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Blue Cross names new veterinary services director
Dr Paul Manktelow has a wealth of experience across the veterinary, business and media sectors.
Dr Paul Manktelow joins the charity in its 125th year.

Animal charity Blue Cross has named Dr Paul Manktelow as its new director of veterinary services.

A graduate of the Glasgow Vet School, Dr Manktelow has a wealth of experience across the veterinary, business and media sectors. He also has an MSC in Wild Animal Health from the RVC and an Executive MBA from London South Bank University. 

Before joining Blue Cross, Dr Manktelow was principal of vet services at the PDSA, responsible for operational delivery and strategic service planning across their hospital network. He is also a TV personality, public speaker and presenter of the lifestyle podcast, 'The Consult Room'.

Commenting on his appointment, Dr Manktelow said: “I am really excited to be joining Blue Cross in this symbolic year which sees the charity celebrating its 125th anniversary.
 
“The profession is facing significant challenges and yet the demand for charitable veterinary care has never been greater. I’m passionate about people and eager to support the clinical teams whilst we work together to develop innovative and sustainable ways in which we can meet this societal demand for pets in need. 
 
Blue Cross is a unique welfare charity in that it helps pet owners across a number of areas, and I’m excited to scope out opportunities to collaborate and add veterinary expertise to these vital services.”

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. 

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BSAVA announces 12th Edition of the Small Animal Formulary

The BSAVA has published an updated edition of its Small Animal Formulary, which includes new drug monographs and emergency drug doses for rabbits, rodents, birds and reptiles.

One of BSAVA's most trusted and widely used clinical resources, this 12th edition of the manual also includes seven new client information leaflets and information on drugs used for the management of urinary incontinence.

Part A of the Formulary, Canine and Feline, sees Fergus Allerton return as Editor-in-Chief, while Part B: Exotic Pets was edited by Joanna Hedley. For more information, visit the BSAVA website.