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Chatter box RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. Chatter box

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BVA publishes guide to pet diet conversations

New resource helps answer common client questions.
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Vets use expanding tube to repair dog's damaged throat
Vets use expanding tube to repair dog's damaged throat

B-tubes avoid multiple operations and enable pets to be treated at home.
RVC celebrates life-saving blood donor pets
RVC celebrates life-saving blood donor pets

 It has named its canine and feline 'Blood Donor of the Year' winners.
Finalists revealed for National Cat Awards 2025
Finalists revealed for National Cat Awards 2025

 The winners will be announced in September.
RVC confirms benefits of pimobendan for heart disease
RVC confirms benefits of pimobendan for heart disease

 Pimobendan produced positive outcomes for dogs with heart disease.
RVC study reveals causes of canine diarrhoea
RVC study reveals causes of canine diarrhoea

Scavenging, digestive disease and gastroenteritis were the most common causes.
New charity alliance to help homeless pet owners
New charity alliance to help homeless pet owners

StreetVet teams up with Battersea to expand its outreach programme.
Telehealth beneficial for feline arthritis, study finds
Telehealth beneficial for feline arthritis, study finds

 Researchers study how video calls can improve care.
Fostering up 170 per cent, Scottish SPCA reports
Fostering up 170 per cent, Scottish SPCA reports

The charity placed 178 animals in temporary homes between January and March.
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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.
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