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VMD releases details of seizure notice
The products were seized over suspicions they were obtained illegally or were beyond their use-by date
Products seized over suspicions they were obtained illegally

An animal medicines seizure notice has been issued to a Mr Thompson of Maidstone, Kent.

The VMD writes that the following products were seized over suspicions they were obtained illegally or were beyond their use-by date:

1 x Johnsons Fipronil spot-on solution for cats
1 x Meloxydil 1.5mg oral suspension for dogs
1 x Metacam 1.5mg oral suspension for dogs
1 x Frontline spot-on for dogs (Non-UK authorised)
1 x pipette Frontline spot-on for dogs

‘The possession and use of these products are offences under Regulation 7 (Classification, supply and possession of the product) and Regulation 8 (Administration of the product) of the Veterinary Medicines Regulations 2013,’ the VMD said. 

 

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Webinar to explore AMR in vet dentistry

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 The WSAVA has invited veterinary professionals to a webinar on responsible antibiotic usage in dentistry.

On 19 November 2025, at 1am, Dr J Scott Weese and Dr Brooke Niemiec will share the latest advice for antimicrobial use. They will present research on oral bacterology, and explain how attendees can choose appropriate antibiotics.

The session will cover pre-, intra- and post-operative guidelines, with recommendations for various pathologies.

The webinar is designed to support veterinary professionals to make informed decisions and tackle antimicrobial resistance.

Attendees can register here. 

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Dechra launches checklist for veterinary sustainability

Global animal health specialist Dechra has announced the world's first Veterinary Green Theatre Checklist (VGTC) to help make surgery more sustainable.

Endorsed by leading veterinary organisations, including the BEVA, BVNA and RCVS Knowledge, the checklist is designed to reduce the environmental footprint of veterinary care, while supporting better animal health outcomes.

The checklist was launched at the World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Paris and will be followed by an internal training and awareness campaign. For more information, visit dechra.com