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BSAVA, CSAVA and USAVA help Ukrainians to attend EuroCongress
"We hope this initiative goes a small way to helping Ukrainian vets to retain and advance their veterinary learning" - Dr Krista Arnold, BSAVA.
Working together, the organisations are waiving fees and offering accommodation. 

The Czech, Ukrainian and British Small Animal Veterinary Associations (CSAVA, USAVA, BSAVA) have created a joint initiative to support Ukrainian veterinary surgeons who wish to attend EuroCongress 2022, taking place from 8 – 11 June 2022.

EuroCongress, taking place in Prague this year, is hosted by the Federation of European Companion Veterinary Associations (FECAVA), and provides veterinary professionals to share learning and professional development. 

Ondra Cita, CSAVA president, said: “We greatly appreciate the creation of this joint initiative, which aims to provide moral and professional support to Ukrainian veterinary colleagues. 

“We believe that their arrival in Prague and participation in the  EuroCongress  will be more than symbolic. We will be happy if it allows them to feel free and dignified, despite the incomprehensible aggression and war in their country.”

Ukrainian veterinary surgeons who would like to attend will have the attendance fee waived by the CSAVA, whether they remain in Ukraine or have had to flee. Virtual attendance is also an option, and is free-of-cost for Ukrainians. 

A travel fund has been provide by the BSAVA, with up to £10,000 available to support Ukrainian veterinary surgeons who would like to attend the event in person. 

Private accommodation with Czech colleagues will be provided where possible, and when not possible, the Ukrainian veterinary surgeons will be offered a free room in a nominated EuroCongress hotel. 

USAVA president Dr Vladlen Ushakov commented: “The war did not force us to lay down our hands.

“Despite many veterinarians losing their homes and clinics, they have not lost their qualifications and professional desire to develop further.” 

Dr Natalia Ignatenko, USAVA representative at FECAVA, added: “Veterinarians working in Ukraine and Ukrainian colleagues who are now in Europe are sincerely grateful to the CSAVA, the BSAVA, and FECAVA for the unique opportunity to participate in the FECAVA EuroCongress in Prague. 

“We appreciate this important display of solidarity and moral support.”

Any Ukrainian veterinary professionals wishing to attend the congress – virtually or in person – will need to email FECAVA at fecava2022@guarant.cz with FECAVA – Ukraine as the subject line. Delegates have until 10 May 2022 to register. 

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Webinar to explore history of KC breed registers

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 A free webinar exploring the development of the Kennel Club's registration system and the evolution of closed breed registers has been announced.

Hosted by Dr Alison Skipper, veterinary and research advisor at the Kennel Club, the webinar will delve into the development of the registry and how the changing landscape of scientific knowledge has shaped breeding practices. It will also look at what this means for the future of pedigree dogs.

The session will culminate with a look at The Kennel Club's ongoing and future engagement in this area, with a chance for attendees to put forward their thoughts and questions for discussion.

This event takes place on Microsoft Teams on Tuesday, 10 June at 7pm. To learn more, visit events.teams.microsoft.com  

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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.