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RCVS Academy launches survey
The online survey will be open for responses until Monday 21 November.
Academy seeks views on future content.

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Academy, the RCVS' digital learning platform, is seeking opinions from veterinary professionals on future content.

In order to develop the content the Academy provides, and tailor it to the needs of the professions, the RCVS has released a survey to gather the professions' thoughts and suggestions.

Open until 9am on Monday 21 November, the survey asks veterinary professionals what their preferred types of learning content are, such as scenarios, quizzes or interactive lessons.

RCVS Academy manager Jennifer Ayers said: “As a free learning resource that brings together expertise from the College and beyond, we are eager to continue expanding and improving the Academy. 

“In order to do so effectively, we need to have a better understanding of what vets and vet nurses Are looking for. If you are able to spare 5 minutes to complete the survey, you can help ensure we are delivering learning and development to best support you.”

Respondents will also be asked whether they would like further courses on the following topics; The Codes of Professional Conduct, client communication, supporting students and new graduates, concerns and disciplinary, animal welfare issues, ethical challenges, delegation, mental health and wellbeing, Practice Standards Scheme, leadership and coaching and sustainability. 

Any questions about the RCVS Academy should be sent to academy@rcvs.org.uk – feedback on the Academy is also encouraged. 

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Birmingham Dogs Home makes urgent appeal

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 Birmingham Dogs Home has issued an urgent winter appeal as it faces more challenges over the Christmas period.

The rescue centre has seen a dramatic increase in dogs coming into its care, and is currently caring for over 200 dogs. With rising costs and dropping temperatures, the charity is calling for urgent support.

It costs the charity £6,000 per day to continue its work.

Fi Harrison, head of fundraising and communications, said: "It's heart-breaking for our team to see the conditions some dogs arrive in. We really are their last chance and hope of survival."

More information about the appeal can be found here. 

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Avian flu confirmed at premises in Cornwall

A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been detected in commercial poultry at a premises near Rosudgeon, Cornwall.

All poultry on the infected site will be humanely culled, and a 3km protection zone and 10km surveillance zone have been put in place. Poultry and other captive birds in the 3km protection zone must be housed.

The case is the second avian flu case confirmed in commercial poultry this month. The H5N5 strain was detected in a premises near Hornsea, East Riding of Yorkshire, in early November. Before then, the disease had not been confirmed in captive birds in England since February.

The UK chief veterinary officer has urged bird keepers to remain alert and practise robust biosecurity.

A map of the disease control zones can be found here.