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Zoetis partners with WSAVA to develop global pain management efforts
"Managing our patients' pain is one of the most important things we do as veterinarians." Dr Shane Ryan, WSAVA president.

Manufacturer to work with Global Pain Council in providing training and advice

The WSAVA has announced that it is partnering with animal health company Zoetis to improve pain management strategies.

The partnership will support WSAVA’s Global Pain Council, which is made up of veterinary professionals from around the world with expertise in companion animal pain management.

The Global Pain Council provides veterinary practices with educational resources and advice in effective pain management. According to a statement from the WSAVA, it aims to increase veterinary professional’s confidence and competence in companion animal pain management through initiatives such its ‘teach the teacher’ training program and its Global Pain Guidelines.

Zoetis has more than 65 years of experience in developing and manufacturing medicines, vaccines, and diagnostic products. Declaring the company’s commitment to help veterinary professionals improve the lives of animals living with pain, Abhay Nayak, sr. vice president and head of corporate strategy, commercial development, and customer experience, said: “We are excited to partner with leaders at WSAVA and the Global Pain Council to extend our reach in providing education and resources to veterinarians worldwide to benefit more pets.”

Dr Shane Ryan, WSAVA president, said: “Managing our patients’ pain is one of the most important things we do as veterinarians. Variations in the provision of effective pain management globally are a serious concern and the Global Pain Council, through its Global Pain Guidelines and other resources, is already providing enormous animal health and welfare benefits.

"Now, with the support of Zoetis, the GPC will be able to achieve even more.  We are very pleased and appreciate the company’s commitment.”

Image (c) WSAVA.

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.