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New Year Honours 2013
Services to animal welfare awarded

Her Majesty The Queen has awarded BEMs, MBEs and OBEs for the New Year Honours 2013.

Among the honours are those recognised for their services to animal welfare and the veterinary industry.

Those honoured include:

Dr Robert Hubrecht, deputy scientific director at the Universities Federation for Animal Welfare, for his services to animal welfare.

Mrs Jean Bradford, founder of the South Devon Seabird Trust, for her services to animal welfare.

Mrs Cecilia Fernie, founder of Greyhound Rescue, Fife, for her services to animal welfare.

Mrs Dorothy Fisher, RSPCA fundraiser, for her services to animal welfare and the community in Cornwall.

Miss Vivienne Heys, departmental superintendent at the Royal Veterinary College, for her services to higher education and animal health.

From the diplomatic service and overseas list:

Captain Martyn Thompson, of the Royal Army Veterinary Corps, and Ms Janette Salter, founder of the Kathmandu Animal Treatment Centre in Nepal.

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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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BSAVA publishes fifth Manual of Canine and Feline Neurology

The BSAVA has published the fifth edition of its BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Neurology.

The new edition has been reviewed and updated, including new developments in diagnostics, therapeutic approaches and clinical decision-making. It is structured to support clinicians through diagnosis, treatment and long-term management.

The guide features five new chapters covering acute myelopathies, chronic myelopathies, emergency protocols, neurotoxicology and neuro-oncology.

It also includes over 100 videos, including demonstrations of neurological examinations, clinical presentations and diagnostic procedures.

Nicola Lloyd, publishing manager, said: "Whether you're a general practitioner seeking practical guidance, or a specialist aiming to refine your expertise, this edition remains an indispensable reference for anyone involved in the care of neurologically compromised dogs and cats."