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Collaboration to promote best practice in reproduction control
Dr Siraya Chunekamrai, WSAVA president.
Virbac announces support for WSAVA's Reproduction Control Committee.

Global animal health firm Virbac has announced its support for the World Small Animal Veterinary Association's (WSAVA) initiative to promote global best practice in reproduction control.

Through the WSAVA's recently-created Reproduction Control Committee, the association aims to give veterinary surgeons across the world access to the latest resources and knowledge in this rapidly evolving area of companion animal medicine.

It is chaired by Professor Stefano Romagnoli, a European Veterinary Specialist in Animal Reproduction at the University of Padua in Italy, and will be comprised of a team of reproduction experts from across the globe.

Building on the development of WSAVA Global Guidelines in key areas of veterinary practice, one of the Reproduction Committee's first tasks will be to produce a set of guidelines for this important area of veterinary medicine. 

Dr Siraya Chunekamrai, WSAVA president, said: “Giving advice on reproduction and carrying out spaying and neutering procedures can form a large part of a general clinician’s work, with many of our members also involved in large-scale spay-neuter programs. 

“Our Reproduction Control Committee is helping them to make science-based choices for the management of reproduction, while safeguarding animal welfare and supporting the human-companion animal bond."

She added: “We are delighted to welcome Virbac, both as a supporter of the Reproduction Control Committee and as a WSAVA Partner, helping us to deliver our mission to advance the health and welfare of companion animals worldwide.”

Sebastien Huron, chief executive officer of Virbac Group, commented: “At Virbac, we have the conviction that our pets should no longer be castrated only for convenience reasons. Fifteen years ago, surgery was the most common option to control reproduction. Today, easy to implement and reversible alternatives that preserve the integrity of the body and well-being of our pets exist. 

“It is therefore our duty to inform all veterinarians and dogs and cats owners about the available options, to ensure a sound knowledge and tailor made reproduction control of each pet. We are delighted to be associated with this Reproduction Control Committee and to be a partner of WSAVA, in support of our purpose: Advancing the health of animals with those who care for them so we can all live better together!”

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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.