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Arthritis day for dogs and cats
Event hosted at University of Bristol

Raising awareness of arthritis in dogs and cats will be the focus of a free event hosted by the University of Bristol this month.

The talk, called "Arthritis awareness', is being organised by the small animal practice at the university's School of Veterinary Sciences, and will take place at 7:00pm on August 21st 2012.

Dr Jo Murrell and Gwen Covey-Crump from the university's vet school will be giving the talk. They commented: "A balanced diet and weight control are vital in the management of arthritis in pets. In many cases, regular exercise is also important."

The talk will cover details of treatments available, such as acupuncture, join supplement, mobility clinics, medication and physiotherapy.

To book a place, call the practice on 01934 852422

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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New form for online veterinary medicines retailers

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has produced a new online form for retailers wishing to sell veterinary medicines on the internet.

The form replace the previous Word version and is part of the VMD's ongoing commitment to digitise its processes. Anyone retailing prescription medicines online, including POM-V, POM-VPS and NFA-VPS categories, is lawfully required to register with the VMD before trading.

The change only applies to new applicants. Retailers already listed on the VMD's Register of Online Retailers or registered under the Accredited Internet Retailer Scheme (AIRS) do not need to do anything.