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Animal Disease in Scotland

The Scottish Government has commissioned a review of how information on disease spread is gathered and monitored.

This review aims to ensure swift action in the event of an infectious outbreak. It will be carried out by a panel chaired by John Kinnaird, former President of NFUScotland, and assisted by David Mitchell, Chairman of the Scottish Agricultural Organisation Society Ltd (SAOS). Its membership will be formed from expert staff from the Scottish Agricultural College, the Moredun Institute and the Scottish Government. Organisations and individuals with an interest in animal disease surveillance will be invited to provide information and comments during the review process. A report is expected to be delivered to Ministers by late 2010.

The Scottish Government has also published its Exotic Animal Disease Contingency Framework Plan, consolidating previous plans for avian influenza and FMD, and has separately published a template to help farmers produce site specific contingency plans for exotic animal diseases for pig and poultry businesses with associated advice to ensure the industry is fully prepared should an outbreak of disease occur.

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Webinar to explore AMR in vet dentistry

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 The WSAVA has invited veterinary professionals to a webinar on responsible antibiotic usage in dentistry.

On 19 November 2025, at 1am, Dr J Scott Weese and Dr Brooke Niemiec will share the latest advice for antimicrobial use. They will present research on oral bacterology, and explain how attendees can choose appropriate antibiotics.

The session will cover pre-, intra- and post-operative guidelines, with recommendations for various pathologies.

The webinar is designed to support veterinary professionals to make informed decisions and tackle antimicrobial resistance.

Attendees can register here. 

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Dechra launches checklist for veterinary sustainability

Global animal health specialist Dechra has announced the world's first Veterinary Green Theatre Checklist (VGTC) to help make surgery more sustainable.

Endorsed by leading veterinary organisations, including the BEVA, BVNA and RCVS Knowledge, the checklist is designed to reduce the environmental footprint of veterinary care, while supporting better animal health outcomes.

The checklist was launched at the World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Paris and will be followed by an internal training and awareness campaign. For more information, visit dechra.com