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Bottlenose dolphin population 'stable'
University of Aberdeen finds 'stable or increasing' numbers

Researchers at the University of Aberdeen have concluded that the population of bottlenose dolphins in the North Sea - which is often seen in the Moray Firth - is 'stable or increasing' after the analysis of approximately 20 years of data compiled by studies. Such news will be of great comfort to the local tourism industry, which is estimated to gain approximately £4million annually due to wildlife spotters and tourists drawn to the area in search of the dolphins.

Regular reports on the population's current status are commissioned by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH). Commenting, SNH Policy and Advice Officer Morven Carruthers said that “We can say with some confidence that the population of bottlenose dolphins on the east coast of Scotland is stable or increasing...However, this population is considered vulnerable due to being small and isolated from other populations.”

She also added that "The east coast bottlenose dolphins are a special part of Scotland's nature and wildlife and a major tourist attraction, and it is encouraging to see that the population is currently stable."

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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."