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WSAVA Awards
Left to right: WSAVA President Jolle Kirpensteijn, Dr Jan Rothuizen  and Dr Hein Meyer
At the opening ceremony of its 2010 congress in Geneva last month, the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) announced the winners of this year's awards, which recognise ground-breaking research and global achievement in the clinical care of companion  animals.

WSAVA president Jolle Kirpensteijn said: "The WSAVA is delighted to recognise the pioneering work of this year's award winners. They have made significant contributions to improving the care of companion animals in their specialist areas and, on behalf of the WSAVA, I congratulate them. We are also grateful that some of them were able to join us at the 2010 Congress to give lectures on their latest research, which were enthusiastically received by delegates.”

The winners are detailed below:

WSAVA Hill's Excellence in Veterinary Healthcare Award
This award was made to Jan Rothuizen, head of the clinical sciences department at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at Utrecht University. He was judged to have made an outstanding contribution to the promotion of companion animal healthcare and the family pet/veterinary bond. Dr Rothuizen has been instrumental in defining WSAVA standards for the clinical and histological diagnosis of canine and feline liver disease and is leading international projects to collect and analyse DNA from purebred dogs to identify genetic markers, help reduce the high level of inherited canine disease and improve the mechanisms and pathways of the pathology.

Left to right: WSAVA President Jolle Kirpensteijn, Prof Peter Muir and Dr Hein Meyer
WSAVA Hill’s Pet Mobility Award   
This award, recognising the outstanding work of a clinical researcher in the field of canine and feline orthopaedics, was made to Peter Muir, professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA. The award was made in view of Professor Muir's work to improve global understanding of the causes of cruciate ruptures in dogs, which was judged to have contributed significantly to the well-being of dogs and to have enriched the human-animal bond worldwide.

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Vets launch new podcast for pet owners

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 Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.

The venture, called Vets Talking Pets, provides advice and information on a range of topics, including how to select a suitable pet, where to obtain them and how to get the best out of your vet. Maggie and Vanessa will also discuss sensitive subjects, including end-of-life care, raw food diets and the cost of veterinary care.

The podcast can be found on all the usual podcast sites, including Podbean, Apple, Amazon Music and YouTube. 

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BSAVA announces 12th Edition of the Small Animal Formulary

The BSAVA has published an updated edition of its Small Animal Formulary, which includes new drug monographs and emergency drug doses for rabbits, rodents, birds and reptiles.

One of BSAVA's most trusted and widely used clinical resources, this 12th edition of the manual also includes seven new client information leaflets and information on drugs used for the management of urinary incontinence.

Part A of the Formulary, Canine and Feline, sees Fergus Allerton return as Editor-in-Chief, while Part B: Exotic Pets was edited by Joanna Hedley. For more information, visit the BSAVA website.