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Study suggests the ability to pretend likely dates back six million years.
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Chatter box The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. Chatter box

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RVC to launch foundation year for international students
RVC to launch foundation year for international students

The pathway will welcome students from different education systems.
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BVA shares governance fears for VSA reform
BVA shares governance fears for VSA reform

The consultation on the VSA closed on 25 March.
SPVS and VMG consider 'significant' CMA remedies
SPVS and VMG consider 'significant' CMA remedies

Vet groups look ahead to remedy rollout.
FIVP 'disappointed' in CMA's medicines approach
FIVP 'disappointed' in CMA's medicines approach

CMA proceeds with controversial pharmacy remedy.
RCVS and BVA respond to CMA's final report
RCVS and BVA respond to CMA's final report

RCVS will have an enhanced compliance role under CMA proposals.
CMA publishes final decision on vet market
CMA publishes final decision on vet market

Changes will come into force as soon as September 2026.
Practices 'in limbo' amid IVC Evidensia legal threat
Practices 'in limbo' amid IVC Evidensia legal threat

The group claimed wordmark over 'Pet Health Club' a year ago.
Cattle vet elected as RCVS junior vice-president
Cattle vet elected as RCVS junior vice-president

David Barrett will take up the role at RCVS' Annual General Meeting.
Survey seeks vet views on client communication
Survey seeks vet views on client communication

The study aims to discover how greater transparency can improve communication.
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Applications open for BEVA Back in the Saddle

The British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) has opened applications for its 'Back in the Saddle' coaching programme.

The online scheme offers structured group coaching for members wanting to reflect on their career path and regain clarity. Members may be returning to work after leave, uncertain about next steps or reassessing direction.

Attendees will benefit from impartial guidance and practical tools to support their professional development. Members are encouraged to take a 'proactive, future-focused approach' to their careers.

The sessions, taking place on Wednesdays from 7.30pm-9pm, are open to BEVA members with more than five years' experience. The first session takes place on Wednesday, 3 June 2026.

Applications will close on Wednesday, 27 May 2026.
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