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NSA launches hotline for sheep worrying
New hotline will record incidents

The National Sheep Association (NSA) has launched a new hotline to record incidents where sheep are worried by dogs. The service will be open to all UK sheep producers whether they are affiliated with the NSA or not, and incidents can be categorised by geographical area and the seriousness of the case.

It is hoped that the hotline can help provide information on sheep worrying across the UK, which can then be used to campaign for improvements in responsible dog behaviour and increasing awareness of the issue. It is also hoped that the initiative will be able to raise awareness of the risks of tapeworm infection, which is a serious problem owing to the prevalence of ineffective worming of dogs.

Commenting on the announcement, Chief Executive of the NSA Phil Stocker said “We hope this new service will provide valuable information to benefit sheep producers. Sheep worrying and dog attacks appear to be on the increase and we are aware that many cases go unreported. It is important to create a picture of what is really happening and use this to raise awareness among dog owners and authorities.”

“I would urge any farmer to phone the NSA on 01684 892661 in full confidence and report any cases of sheep worrying they experience.” he added.

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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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RCVS pays tribute to well-loved equine vet

The RCVS and the Riding Establishments Subcommittee has paid tribute to well-loved veterinary surgeon and riding establishment inspector, Rebecca Hamilton-Fletcher MRCVS.

Linda Belton MRCVS, RCVS President, said: "I, along with my colleagues on the RESC, RCVS Council, RCVS Standards Committee, as well as RCVS staff, was very saddened to hear of the sudden death of Rebecca, or Becca as we knew her, last week.

"She was a true advocate for equine welfare and in her many years on the RESC worked to continually improve the quality and consistency of riding establishment inspections, all in the interests of enhanced horse welfare and rider safety."