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By British Veterinary Association
British Veterinary Association’s Young Vet of the Year 2023 unveiled
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By British Veterinary Association
First BVA Wellbeing Awards winners unveiled
Awards highlight workplaces which ‘go above and beyond’ to support their teams
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By British Veterinary Association
London Vet Show: Experts to unpick complexities of ‘dangerous dogs’ debate
With the Government having announced the details of the XL Bully ban following several tragic incidents of dog aggression, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) is inviting the veterinary profession to discuss the issue of ‘dangerous dogs’ and the likely long-term effectiveness of breed specific legislation at a BVA Congress session during this week’s London Vet Show.
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British Veterinary Association responds to The King’s Speech
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has issued a statement in response to The King’s Speech at the State Opening of Parliament, in which he sets out the Government’s forthcoming parliamentary priorities.
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London Vet Show: Expert panel to discuss dog neutering pros and cons at BVA Congress
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is inviting veterinary professionals to attend a BVA Congress panel discussion at London Vet Show on the risks and benefits of neutering dogs, as new and emerging evidence challenges the status quo on this long-established preventative healthcare procedure.
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By British Veterinary Association
London Vet Show: What are the veterinary profession's challenges and responsibilities to animal athletes?
As new statistics reveal that 81% of vets think the profession should play a greater part in developing and delivering welfare improvements for animals used in sport, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) is encouraging vets to join the debate on animals used in in competitive sport at BVA Congress at this year’s London Vet Show.
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British Veterinary Association backs profession over fees for highly skilled care, but says transparency is key
In its response to the Competition and Markets Authority’s review of vet services, BVA champions the value of veterinary care, and warns of the complex challenges facing the profession, whilst highlighting the need for greater transparency around treatment prices and practice ownership.
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By British Veterinary Association
Taking your dog abroad this summer? Time to get your pooch travel ready
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By Cruelty Free International
Non-animal research methods discussed in Parliament
MPs highlight need for ‘comprehensive review’ and greater collaboration
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By British Veterinary Association
BVA’s charity to invest £70,000 in innovative animal welfare research projects
Animal Welfare Foundation puts out call for researchers to apply for funding
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By British Veterinary Association
British Veterinary Association responds to Government’s proposals to ban primates as pets
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) welcomes the news that the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has launched a new consultation on proposals to ban the keeping of primates as pets.
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By British Veterinary Association
Stay away from blue-green algae and keep your dogs safe
Vets issue a warning to dog owners to help avoid pets being harmed by the toxic bacteria
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By British Veterinary Association
Keep pets safe as temperatures set to rise to 30 degrees
Vets urge pet owners to take precautions to protect animals as heat-health alert issued.
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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
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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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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Ear cropping of dogs rose sharply in 2021, Vet Record study finds
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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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By Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
When times are tough, we must ensure renters with pets have somewhere to go
Battersea’s Pet Friendly Properties campaign is encouraging collaborative solutions to ensure all tenants can access the joys of pet ownership.
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By British Veterinary Association
Vets respond to shocking BBC Panorama investigation: Dogs, Dealers and Organised Crime
New, hard-hitting BBC Panorama and Disclosure investigations have revealed the links between organised crime and the breeding of dogs with extreme features. In light of these investigations, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) is calling for urgent action on better enforcement and regulation of dog breeding and selling.
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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.