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RSPCA to continue helping animals despite COVID-19
"We're having to change the way we work, but please be assured we're doing everything we can to make sure that we get help to the animals most in need." Chris Sherwood.

Reassures pet owners on safety measures

The RSPCA has said that it is continuing to rescue and rehome animals despite the COVID-19 outbreak and has put contingency plans in place in preparation for the weeks and months ahead.

Chief executive, Chris Sherwood, said: "Thanks to our amazing, dedicated and professional team of staff and volunteers, the RSPCA is still rescuing and rehoming animals in these difficult times.

"We're having to change the way we work, but please be assured we're doing everything we can to make sure that we get help to the animals most in need.

"There is a great deal of anxiety, worry and concern at the moment. Being around animals can bring great pleasure, companionship and mental health benefits, so we hope people will draw comfort from spending time with their pets and watching wildlife to help them through the weeks and months ahead."

The RSPCA declared that its national animal centres and hospitals are still working to help and rehome animals, but are restricting public access and implementing extra hygiene measures to protect staff and clients.

Frontline officers are regularly hand washing before and after handling animals, as well as avoiding entering premises and asking people to bring animals to the door where possible.

Much of the RSPCA’s work, including clinics, rehoming centres, charity shops and the 24-hour rescue line relies on volunteers. It confirmed that there may be changes to services due to lower staff numbers than normal and asked for the public’s patience and understanding during this time.

Mr Sherwood concluded: "I would ask for people to bear with us over the coming weeks. It's great to see communities rallying around to support each other during this time and it would be good to see that community spirit extend to local RSPCA animal centres, branches and hospitals."

For more information please visit www.rspca.org.uk

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Vets to run marathon for World Animal Protection

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 Two recently graduated veterinary surgeons will be running the London Marathon in April to raise money for the charity World Animal Protection.

Alex Bartlett and Maeve O'Neill plan to run the race together if they are given the same start times.

Dr O'Neill said: "You're always limited in what you can do to help animals, so it is nice to raise money for a charity that helps animals around the world."

Dr Bartlett added: "I have never run a marathon before and am excited to run my first one for such a good cause!"

Both Dr Bartlett and Dr O'Neill have fundraising pages online. 

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BSAVA releases new Guide to Procedures

The British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) has published a new edition of its Guide to Procedures for Small Animal Practice.

It has added four new procedures; cystostomy tube placement, endotracheal intubation, point-of-care ultrasound and wet-to-dry dressings.

BSAVA says that it is an essential step-by-step guide to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures performed in practice. The textbook includes new images and illustrations, as well as high-definition videos for use prior to procedures.

Nick Bexfield and Julia Riggs, editors of the new edition, said: "We have built upon the success of the previous editions by responding to the feedback received from the BSAVA readership, and hope this new guide helps to further increase the confidence and accuracy with which these procedures are performed."

Print copies are available in the BSAVA store, with a digital version in the BSAVA library.