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Cambridge University hosts new CPD event
International Fiesta of CPD to be held in December

The Department of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Cambridge is to host an International Fiesta of small animal medicine CPD on 7th December this year.

The event will involve a number of international small animal medicine specialists, including John Bonagura of Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Ian Ramsey of the University of Liverpool.

The day will comprise two streams – feline and canine medicine. Attendees are asked to prioritise a stream, but will be able to move between the two on the day.

Subjects under discussion in the feline stream include:
  • an update on feline asthma
  • controversial thoughts about liver disease
  • management of corneal sequestra
  • cardiovascular disease
  • congestive failure

The canine stream meanwhile will look at a number of issues, including:
  • Addisonian crises
  • diabetic ketoacidosis
  • genetic testing
  • protein losing enteropathies
  • pain assessment for analgesia


To attend the CPD day costs £220 plus VAT. Veterinary graduates are charged £150 plus VAT. 

For more information click here.

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Webinar to explore AMR in vet dentistry

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 The WSAVA has invited veterinary professionals to a webinar on responsible antibiotic usage in dentistry.

On 19 November 2025, at 1am, Dr J Scott Weese and Dr Brooke Niemiec will share the latest advice for antimicrobial use. They will present research on oral bacterology, and explain how attendees can choose appropriate antibiotics.

The session will cover pre-, intra- and post-operative guidelines, with recommendations for various pathologies.

The webinar is designed to support veterinary professionals to make informed decisions and tackle antimicrobial resistance.

Attendees can register here. 

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Dechra launches checklist for veterinary sustainability

Global animal health specialist Dechra has announced the world's first Veterinary Green Theatre Checklist (VGTC) to help make surgery more sustainable.

Endorsed by leading veterinary organisations, including the BEVA, BVNA and RCVS Knowledge, the checklist is designed to reduce the environmental footprint of veterinary care, while supporting better animal health outcomes.

The checklist was launched at the World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Paris and will be followed by an internal training and awareness campaign. For more information, visit dechra.com