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Pets at Home Group hires new veterinary officer
Gudrun Ravetz has been appointed to the role of veterinary officer of Pets at Home Group.
A former president of the BVA has been appointed to the role.

Pets at Home have announced the appointment of Gudrun Ravetz to the role of veterinary officer of Pets at Home Group.

Ravetz, formerly president of both the BVA and the Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons, has over twenty-years experience in the sector after graduating as a veterinary surgeon in 2002.

The new role has been created to help deliver the Pets at Home pet care strategy with a focus on pet welfare and clinical expertise.

Louise Stonier, chief operating officer of Vets4Pets, said: “I’m delighted to announce Gudrun’s new role today. She has an impressive track record of supporting and advocating for the UK’s vet community and brings her strong network and proven expertise to the role.”

As part of her new job, Ravetz will also become chair of the company’s pet welfare committee. She will be responsible for overseeing products and services, risk management, and pet welfare messaging.

Responding to the announcement, Ravetz said: “I’m excited to have the opportunity to take a leading role in shaping the future of clinical expertise and pet welfare within the business, and to also join the Pet Welfare Committee, which will help to showcase our progress and identify how we can best share our knowledge on some of the most important issues affecting pets and vets.”

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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.