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Raft race supports dogs
Event to raise money for Dogs for the Disabled

 An annual raft race in its 37th year has chosen to support Dogs for the Disabled at this year's event, which is to be held on Sunday, June 23.

The race has been held each year since 1976, missing only one event in 2001 due to the foot-and-mouth epidemic.

Over the years the event has raised £600,000 for various charities, and it is hoped that £18,000 will be raised this year for Dogs for the Disabled, a charity that trains assistance dogs.

Organised by the Wellesbourne and Shakespeare Lions clubs, the race will cover seven miles between Wasperton and Stratford, crossing two weirs along the river Avon.

Actor and vice patron of Dogs for the Disabled, Brian Blessed, will be attending to show his support for this year's teams.

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Image: Brian Blessed with Dogs for the Disabled puppy

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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