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Practices needed for FeLV/FIV Prevalence Study
Call for feedback for national survey

A new national survey has been launched to determine the prevalence and risk factors associated with FeLV and FIV infection in the UK. It has been 23 years since the prevalence of FeLV and FIV were last determined in pet cat populations in the UK, and more up-to-date information is urgently needed.

The prevalence of each virus will be determined at both national and local levels, and the risk factors for infection assessed.

This study is unique in that the prevalence of FeLV and FIV will be determined by the results obtained from the routine testing of cats in practices, rather than results obtained from samples submitted only to external laboratories. This approach is more likely to reflect the true prevalence of infection as it is anticipated that data from a wider range of practices and animals will be captured. The findings will be made readily accessible to UK veterinary surgeons to enable rational testing and vaccination strategies to be devised at practice level.

The study aims to collect data from up to 10,000 cats, which would make this the largest study carried out in the UK to date. To date, over 170 practices have registered but more from Scotland, Northern England and Northern Ireland are needed.

The study will run until November 30th 2012. For more information, please contact Dr Libby Graham.

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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.