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Charity lends a paw to former police dog
Eight-year-old Nipper thriving after emergency surgery.
Eight-year-old Nipper thriving after emergency surgery.
First lab-made vaccine for Barber's Pole worm developed
Previous vaccines involved harvesting worms from slaughtered sheep.
Previous vaccines involved harvesting worms from slaughtered sheep.
Novel cancer treatment shows promise for cats and humans
The drug targets the transcription factor STAT 3.
The drug targets the transcription factor STAT 3.
NatureScot seeking new beaver release sites
The Beaver Strategy aims to increase the range of Scotland's beavers.
The Beaver Strategy aims to increase the range of Scotland's beavers.
RCVS issues update to accreditation process
The update will ensure educational standards are aligned with the CertAVP.
The update will ensure educational standards are aligned with the CertAVP.
Guinea Pig Awareness Week to return in October
This year's theme is 'Comfort, Care and Companionship'.
This year's theme is 'Comfort, Care and Companionship'.
Two new roles on BEVA Nurse Committee
The BEVA has opened two new roles on its Nurse Committee.
There is one role available for a full member (for three years) and one role for a student member (until they qualify).
Members must attend all meetings, occurring four times a year. They will assist the committee in understanding the field, identifying issues and engaging with external parties.
More details can be found here.
There is one role available for a full member (for three years) and one role for a student member (until they qualify).
Members must attend all meetings, occurring four times a year. They will assist the committee in understanding the field, identifying issues and engaging with external parties.
More details can be found here.
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WSAVA launches pet travel guidance factsheet
A new pet travel guidance factsheet for veterinary professionals and caregivers has been developed by the WSAVA in collaboration with the World Veterinary Association.
The Dog and Cat Welfare During Transport factsheet provides step-by-step guidance for all stages of a journey, from pre-travel checklists to post-travel care.
Brachycephalic breeds or animals prone to travel-related anxiety are given special focus in this guide, which also provides links to IATA container regulation and WSAVA vaccination guidelines.
A new pet travel guidance factsheet for veterinary professionals and caregivers has been developed by the WSAVA in collaboration with the World Veterinary Association.
The Dog and Cat Welfare During Transport factsheet provides step-by-step guidance for all stages of a journey, from pre-travel checklists to post-travel care.
Brachycephalic breeds or animals prone to travel-related anxiety are given special focus in this guide, which also provides links to IATA container regulation and WSAVA vaccination guidelines.
