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RUMA launches companion animal and equine progress report
The report details 12 months of work by the RUMA CA&E Targets and Measures Working Group.

The report details national metrics for measuring antibiotic use in dogs and cats. 

The RUMA Companion Animal and Equine Alliance (RUMA C&E) has released its first Annual Progress Report detailing national metrics for measuring antibiotic use in dogs and cats.

Highlighting 12 months of work by the newly-formed RUMA CA&E Targets and Measures Working Group (T&MWG), the report also identifies four priority areas for tackling antibiotic use in companion animals, including:

  • cat bite acscess
  • kennel cough
  • acute diarrhoea
  • cat flu.

The scenarios are based on areas where there is thought to be the most scope for improving antibiotic stewardship, especially when using the Highest Priority Critically Important Antibiotics.

Established in 2020, the RUMA C&E was formed to define the principles of responsible use of medicines in the companion animal and equine sectors, with a view to positively contributing to the One Health Agenda. With input from stakeholders, including the T&MWG, the report identifies three focus areas for measuring antibiotic use in dogs and cats, namely:

  • reducing the inappropriate use of antibiotics in the companion animal sector at a national and practice level
  • data collection and protocols at a practice level
  • promoting best practice and knowledge exchange.

RUMA CA&E chair Gwyn Jones, said: “These are important building blocks we are putting in place which will provide benchmarks and baselines, and in time, evidence of progress towards achieving the Government’s 20-year vision and five-year national plan for how the UK will contribute to containing and controlling AMR.

“Whilst we acknowledge there are many complex challenges to take into account across the companion animal and equine sectors when it comes to antibiotic stewardship, what is recognised is the opportunity that exists to make a positive impact on AMR and protect the role of antibiotics in both human and animal health for the future.”

The findings of the report will help inform the foundation of ongoing work, including the creation of an Independent Scientific Group (ISC), understanding the capabilities for standardising data and recording drug availability and prevalence data on conditions that require antibiotics.

The full report is available at rumacae.co.uk

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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.