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By British Veterinary Association
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BVA welcomes introduction of compulsory microchipping of cats in England
BVA has welcomed new legislation laid in Parliament yesterday (13 March) to introduce compulsory cat microchipping in England, but reiterated concerns that the move may exacerbate ongoing issues with access to database records.
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Public urged to follow new flat-faced dog national plan to protect canine welfare
The Brachycephalic Working Group (BWG), a national group of the UK’s leading dog health and welfare organisations, has launched a new three-point plan that calls on the public to play their part in protecting the health of flat-faced dogs.
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By British Veterinary Association
Vets raise concerns as 1 in 5 pets not receiving veterinary treatment in time due to cost-of-living crisis
As Crufts, the annual international dog show, kicks off this weekend, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) is highlighting the importance of taking simple and affordable preventive steps to keep dogs and other pets healthy, to help minimise medical problems from escalating.
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British Veterinary Association responds to Northern Ireland Protocol announcement
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Social media influencer Cat the Vet joins judging panel of BVA Veterinary Photographer of the Year
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has today announced that vet and social media influencer Cat Henstridge, known by her thousands of followers as ‘Cat the Vet’, is joining the judging panel of this year’s BVA Veterinary Photographer of the Year competition, sponsored by iM3 Dental*.
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By British Veterinary Association
#TimeForChange: BVA urges vet teams to talk about pay
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is urging veterinary employers and employees to get better at tackling one of the UK’s most famously awkward conversations – pay – using a new member resource, launched today (17 February). The guide, Talking about pay in the veterinary professions, is designed to support veterinary workplaces in improving pay transparency and facilitating effective conversations about pay for the whole team.
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British Veterinary Association issues statement following Nicola Sturgeon’s resignation
The Scotland Branch of the British Veterinary Association (BVA) has issued a statement following the resignation of Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon yesterday (15 February).
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BVA launches policy position as new research reveals eight in ten vets concerned the needs of non-traditional pets not being met
Eight in ten (81%) vets are concerned the needs of non-traditional pets such as reptiles, amphibians, birds or other “exotic” animals are not being met, with many citing owners being unable to properly care for them as one of the top reasons for welfare issues.

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By British Veterinary Association
BVA welcomes new phase of bovine TB cattle vaccine trials
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed the launch of the second phase of field trials for a cattle BCG vaccine and skin test in England as an important step in the collaborative efforts by the veterinary profession, the scientific community, government and industry to tackle bovine TB.
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Join the Animal Welfare Foundation’s annual Discussion Forum as the charity celebrates 40 years
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Snap happy vets urged to get cameras at the ready as BVA’s 2023 Veterinary Photographer of the Year competition opens
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By British Veterinary Association
British Veterinary Association welcomes continuation of Northern Ireland veterinary medicine supply
Access to veterinary medicines in Northern Ireland (NI) has recently been a serious concern. Up to 51% of medicines supplied to NI were at risk of being discontinued from 1 January 2023 when new EU rules, outlined in the Northern Ireland Protocol, were due to come into effect.
Life has changed over the past 60 years. Veterinary care has too. Partner content
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By Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
Life has changed over the past 60 years. Veterinary care has too.
The veterinary professions are currently governed by legislation that is nearly 60 years old and no longer fit for purpose. In this article Melissa Donald, President of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, the regulator of the veterinary professions, writes about the College’s campaign for fresh legislation that will help govern the profession now and into the future.
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By British Veterinary Association
Starting the year with a bang? Top tips from vets for keeping pets safe during New Year fireworks
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By British Veterinary Association
Vets warn pet owners to protect animals from toxic grit and other winter hazards as temperatures plunge
As temperatures plunge across the UK, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) has issued a warning to animal owners to take measures to protect pets from a range of winter hazards which could lead to serious illness. Extended exposure to extremely cold weather and accidental ingestion of toxic grit and antifreeze are amongst the most concerning.
Why Future-Proofing Britain’s Veterinary Sector is Key to Animal Health and Welfare Partner content
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By British Veterinary Association
Why Future-Proofing Britain’s Veterinary Sector is Key to Animal Health and Welfare
From pet owners to farmers, people rely on the nation’s vets to ensure the health and welfare of their animals. But how can we create a veterinary sector that can meet growing need in an ever-changing world? The House sat down with Malcolm Morley, President of the British Veterinary Association, to discover how Britain’s vets are modernising, and to explore what government can do to help.
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By British Veterinary Association
Pet proof your Christmas and stay off Santa Paw’s naughty list
Animal lovers are being encouraged to keep their pets safe this festive season by pet proofing their Christmas, ensuring anything which may be mistaken for a tasty treat is out of paw’s reach. The warning comes as new research from the British Veterinary Association (BVA) reveals four in five companion animal vets saw at least one case of toxic ingestion over the 2021 Christmas period.
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By British Veterinary Association
British Veterinary Association urges cross-party collaboration on crucial animal welfare issues at Westminster event
Speaking to MPs and peers at an event in the Houses of Parliament today (Wednesday 2 November), British Veterinary Association (BVA) President Malcolm Morley urged for cross-party collaboration to put pressure on the Government to honour its commitment to deliver the long overdue Animal Welfare (Kept Animals) Bill.
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By British Veterinary Association
BVA calls on new Prime Minister to keep animal welfare high on the Government agenda
Responding to the news that Rishi Sunak MP has been selected as the new leader of the Conservative Party and UK Prime Minister, British Veterinary Association President Malcolm Morley, said:
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By British Veterinary Association
Leading veterinary organisations urge Prime Minister to help stranded group of at-risk Afghan vets and their families with safe passage to the UK
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), the British Veterinary Association (BVA) and the British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) have written a third joint letter to the Prime Minister today requesting urgent government support for the resettlement of an at-risk group of Afghan veterinary surgeons and support staff, and their families, in the UK.
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By British Veterinary Association
BVA urges Government to extend energy bill support for veterinary practices to avoid animal welfare crisis
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is urgently calling on the Government to extend the GB Energy Bill Relief and consider more support for already under-pressure veterinary practices to avoid serious implications for UK food safety and an animal welfare crisis.
Animal matters in post-pandemic Britain Partner content
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By British Veterinary Association
Animal matters in post-pandemic Britain
The coming years are likely to be tough on our animals and the people who care for them – so how can we safeguard welfare in the face of brutal challenges? PoliticsHome speaks to Dr Justine Shotton, President of the British Veterinary Association.
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By Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
RCVS introduces landmark sustainability project with veterinary stakeholder workshop
The RCVS has marked the initiation of its Practice Standards Scheme (PSS) sustainability project with an introductory workshop, which took place on Monday 18 October 2021.
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By Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
Further information revealed about RCVS Workforce Summit in November
The RCVS has revealed further details about the Workforce Summit it will be convening in November 2021, which will be powered by its ViVet initiative, to consider how best to respond to the ongoing concerns over staffing shortages and lack of additional capacity to meet demand for veterinary services.