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Liverpool Uni Awarded Grant
The department of Veterinary Clinical Science at the University of Liverpool has recently been awarded over £6,000 to research the effects of head trauma in dogs.

Head trauma can have a number of long term consequences that impact on quality of life. Dr Peter Smith, specialist in Veterinary Neurology at the University of Liverpool, has recently treated a dog with severe, multiple pituitary hormone deficiencies following head injuries and is concerned that many dogs suffer similar problems, without the underlying problem being identified.
 
Dr Smith, in charge of the study at the University of Liverpool said: “Hormone deficiencies are relatively simple problems to treat and can have a dramatic impact on quality of life. Any animal in which an abnormality is identified will be treated appropriately, coordinated with their own veterinary surgeon.
 
“Thanks to the grant from the Kennel Club Charitable Trust, I am able to get the study off the ground and, depending on the results, we hope to undertake a more extensive investigation into the time course over which hormonal abnormalities develop, and into the relationship between trauma severity and the prevalence of abnormalities.”
 

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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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.