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RSPCA seeks to monitor live exports
Permission to attend port of Dover not yet granted

The RSPCA has called for public support for its bid to be granted permission to monitor live exports from the port of Dover in Kent.

Live exports resumed from the port in May, having sailed from Ramsgate for the past year, but the charity's inspectors have not been granted permission to enter the port.

Reportedly the charity has applied for permission to monitor exports from Dover but is yet to receive a response.

Gavin Grant, RSPCA chief executive, said: "Like Ramsgate, Dover does not have facilities at or near the port to deal with emergencies…

"Unfortunately, the animal transport industry has frequently shown violations of UK and EU regulations and RSPCA presence would bolster public confidence and ensure animal welfare issues are being fully addressed within the port environment."

The charity is appealing for public support in persuading the Dover Harbour Board to grant RSPCA inspectors permission to monitor exports.

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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