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Antimicrobial resistance highlighted in animation
Jill Moss, founder of the Bella Moss Foundation, with her dog Bella.

Animation educates pet owners on safe antibiotic use.

A new animation has been released to teach pet owners about responsible use of antibiotics in pets.

Released to coincide with World Antibiotic Awareness Week (WAAW), which takes place annually between 18-24 November, the animation explains antimicrobial resistance, and how pet owners can use antibiotics safely.

Created by the Bella Moss Foundation in collaboration with the National Office of Animal Health (NOAH), the animation supports the WAAW campaign and encourage the public to consult their veterinary surgeon and understand that antibiotics are not always the most effective treatment.

The animation shares key messages to help combat antibiotic resistance, including 'always give antibiotics exactly as directed', 'never save them for future use and never share them with others', 'always give the right dose' and 'take your pet's unused antibiotics back to your vet for safe disposal'. 

Dr Tim Nuttall, senior lecturer at the University of Edinburgh and Bella Moss Foundation clinical adviser, said: It is important to realise that humans and companion animals, such as dogs and horses, are often in close contact and bacteria can be transferred in both directions. We also use similar (if not the same) antibiotics. 

“Therefore, the one health initiative recognises that veterinary and medical healthcare are intimately related, and progress needs cooperation. We all have a role in preserving the efficacy of antibiotics for the future. 

“Medical professionals and vets need to reduce, refine, and replace their antibiotic use. This ensures that they are only used in patients that need them. 

“Medical patients and animal owners can help by reducing the demand for antibiotics, accepting other treatments for themselves and their pets, and, when antibiotics are necessary, making sure that the instructions are followed and that the course is completed.”

Entitled 'Proper use of antibiotics', the animation is available to watch here.

 

Image (C) The Bella Moss Foundation

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Applications open for MMI research grants

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 RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.

 

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BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.