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Nominate now for young poultry vet of the year
International award in recognition of outstanding contribution

The World Veterinary Poultry Association (WVPA) has opened its nominations for the Young Veterinarian of the Year 2013 Award.

Now in its second year, the winner is open to qualified poultry veterinarians who are under the age of 35 on 1 January 2013.

The winner will receive US$5,000 towards attending international scientific or continued professional education meetings of their choice.

WVPA President Dr Trevor Bagust, said: "WVPA is looking for someone who not only displays a commitment to bird health and customer care, but someone who goes above and beyond and demonstrates a real passion for the poultry industry.”

A panel of global poultry experts will judge the award and will determine the winner by May. The award will be presented at the XVIII Congress of the World Veterinary Poultry Association, Nantes, in August.

Nominees/applicants are asked to write, in 500 words or less, why they believe they should win the award, demonstrating their role and achievements in the industry.

Click here to nominate before the deadline on February 28.

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. 

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BSAVA announces 12th Edition of the Small Animal Formulary

The BSAVA has published an updated edition of its Small Animal Formulary, which includes new drug monographs and emergency drug doses for rabbits, rodents, birds and reptiles.

One of BSAVA's most trusted and widely used clinical resources, this 12th edition of the manual also includes seven new client information leaflets and information on drugs used for the management of urinary incontinence.

Part A of the Formulary, Canine and Feline, sees Fergus Allerton return as Editor-in-Chief, while Part B: Exotic Pets was edited by Joanna Hedley. For more information, visit the BSAVA website.