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BSAVA announces new Manual of Guinea Pigs
The manual has been written and edited by leading international experts John Chitty, Deborah Monks, Anna Meredith and Bob Doneley.

It comes in response to the growing popularity of the species.

The BSAVA has announced the publication of the BSAVA Manual of Guinea Pigs.

Developed in response to the growing popularity of guinea pigs and the increasing depth of veterinary knowledge, this brand-new manual provides a comprehensive and practical guide to their care.

The manual has been written and edited by leading international experts John Chitty, Deborah Monks, Anna Meredith and Bob Doneley, providing an invaluable resource for the entire veterinary team.

John Chitty, editor of the manual, said: “Guinea pig ownership has evolved significantly in recent years, with many owners deeply committed to providing the very best care. This manual delivers the essential knowledge needed to meet those expectations. If you see guinea pigs in your practice, you’ll find this resource invaluable.”

The manual opens with a discussion on the fundamental needs of guinea pigs, offering guidance on adapting routine examinations, basic techniques, and diagnostic processes for this species.

Further chapters explore anaesthesia and analgesia, nursing care and hospital management, diagnostic imaging, and both soft and hard tissue surgery.

The final section focuses on the management of diseases and disorders across all body systems. It also includes three appendices providing a step-by-step guide to investigating thin and anorexic guinea pigs, a formulary of drugs with does and usage notes, and a guide to toxic plants and substances.

The BSAVA Manual of Guinea Pigs is available from the BSAVA Store, with a digital version accessible via the BSAVA Library.

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FIVP announces third series of Practice Matters

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 The Federation of Independent Veterinary Practices (FIVP) has announced a third season of its podcast, Practice Matters.

Hosted by Ian Wolstenholme, series three will focus on the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigation, including a discussion about some of the expected impacts on independent veterinary colleagues.

Episode one launches on 13th January with guests Drs David Reader and Scott Summers, who will draw on their research into the CMA investigation and provide insights into themes such as transparency, pricing and consumer trust.

Ian Wolstenholme said: "In its third series, we will try and hone in on what the changes will mean in reality for independent practices with advice and guidance on implementation and delivery, drawing on the experience of our own team and other experts in the profession. Hope you can join us soon!" 

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Forming part of a wider, collaborative initiative, the results will help identify the types of data available so that challenges with data collection can be better understood and addressed.

Anyone working in the UK farming sector, including vets and farmers,is encouraged to complete the survey, which is available at app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk