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By British Veterinary Association
New survey shows concerning rise in dog aggression following pandemic puppy boom
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By British Veterinary Association
Wasting valuable study time? Join BVA Live debate on the introduction of single species training
New statistics from the Voice of the Veterinary Profession survey show that 30% of vets treat only one or two species on a regular basis, prompting the question ‘What if vets trained in only one species group?’. This hypothetical question will form the basis for a hot topic debate at BVA Live at 2.15pm tomorrow afternoon (11 May).
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By British Veterinary Association
BVA Live to host launch of annual PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report
‘State of the nation’s pets’ report reveals 56% of vets say more owners are struggling to afford unexpected vet bills due to cost-of-living crisis
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Role of Artificial Intelligence in vet medicine to be explored at BVA Live
Final ‘hot topic’ session unveiled: expert panel to debate impact of AI technology on the profession.
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By British Veterinary Association
Mild spring weather potentially more dangerous for pets than extreme summer heatwaves, vets warn
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has released new statistics showing that during last year’s record-breaking heatwave, where temperatures soared to in excess of 40C, vets saw fewer cases of heat-related conditions in pets, such as heatstroke, burnt paw pads, sunburn and breathing difficulties, than the hot summer of 2018, which was by comparison significantly cooler.
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New resource to guide pet owners on responsible use of parasiticides
Resource unveiled ahead of dedicated BVA Live session on parasite control for dogs and cats
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Finalists unveiled for BVA’s Veterinary Photographer of the Year 2023 competition
Nine inspiring and creative photos have been chosen as finalists of this year’s BVA Veterinary Photographer of the Year competition for 2023.
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Significant reform of EMS needed: BVA launches new policy position
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is calling for the Extra-mural Studies (EMS) requirement of veterinary education to be reviewed and updated to make it effective, accessible, and sustainable for today’s veterinary students, vet schools and EMS providers.
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By British Veterinary Association
BVA Live: Have your say on the hottest topics facing veterinary professionals today
The British Veterinary Association (BVA), is calling all veterinary professionals to join the debate, as they delve into some of the hottest topics currently facing the profession at BVA Live 2023.
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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.
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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.