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Nominations for veterinary awards closing soon
2013 Petplan Veterinary Awards close on January 31st

Often referred to as the 'Vet Oscars', this annual awards ceremony recognises members of the profession who continually go above and beyond in caring for animals.

The event is now in its 14th year, with a glittering awards ceremony being held in Birmingham on 4th April. Awards categories include: Practice of the Year, Vet of the Year, Vet Nurse of the Year, Practice Manager of the Year, and Support Staff of the Year.

Simon Masding, Petplan's head of Sales and Partnerships said:

"Petplan knows that the veterinary profession is full of brilliant vets, nurses, practice managers and support staff.

"The Petplan Veterinary Awards are a wonderful opportunity to put standout stars forward for recognition, and demonstrate to your clients and industry that your staff are spectacular.

"As well as the feel-good factor, there's a commercial benefit to being nominated too, one previous winner saw a 30% growth in their business as a result of winning, so if you would like to be in with a chance of winning you have just one month left to encourage your clients and staff to nominate."

Petplan has worked with the veterinary profession for over 35 years, and hosts these industry awards to recognise the dedication and hard work of the veterinary community.

Nominations will be judged by a panel of people from the veterinary industry, including previous winners and presidents of veterinary and nursing associations. Nominations can be made through Petplan's website, closing on the 31st January.

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Animal Medicines Amnesty returns this November

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 Veterinary practices are being urged to help owners safely dispose of any unused and expired pet medicines - not just antibiotics - during November's Animal Medicines Amnesty.

Organised by the Responsible Use of Medicines Alliance Companion Animal and Equine (RUMA CA&E), the initative is supported by a range of cross-sector organisations.

Practices are encouraged to use the campaign to engage the whole practice team and raise awareness of the safe disposal of medicines with clients. Learn how your practice can get involved at rumacae.org.uk 

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Bluetongue RZ extended across Scotland

The Scottish Government has announced an extension to a Bluetongue Restricted Zone that is in place in south-west Scotland.

From 3 October, the Restricted Zone will be extended to cover the whole of Scotland. The Animal, Plant and Health Agency (APHA) says this is in response to further disease spread, as well as simplify trading conditions ahead of the autumn.

Since the whole country will share a disease status, it will no longer be necessary to have a movement license to move susceptible livestock around the country. Restrictions on germinal products remain.

As of 1 October 2026, there were 1,979 cases of BTV-3 in England, 389 cases in Wales and 40 cases in Scotland.