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Holiday paws for thought
Survey reveals women miss pets most when holidaying

A recent survey of more than 1,000 pet owners has put paws for thought on whether dogs really are "man's" best friend.

When asked who they miss most when away on holiday, 37 per cent of women chose their pets over their partners, family or friends.

Not only are pets missed most by their holiday making owners, but the survey also revealed that owners make frequent efforts to stay in touch. Two in five owners have called from holiday to check on their pet, and a surprising 14 per cent have "chatted" to their pet on the phone.

Furthermore, five per cent of owners admitted to having a Skype conversation with their dog.

A small number of people were found to have cut their holiday short because they had been missing their pet so much, meanwhile, more than half of the surveyed pet owners have planned holidays so that they can take their pet with them.

For those pet owners who can't bring themselves to leave their pets at home, Skyscanner, the company behind the survey, has compiled a useful guide to airline pet policies and fees. Click here for more information.

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 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. 

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RCVS annual renewal fee for vets due

RCVS' annual renewal fee for veterinary surgeons is now due. Vets must pay their renewal fee before Wednesday, 1 April 2026.

This year's standard annual fee has increased to 431 from last year's 418. This is an approximately three per cent increase, as approved by RCVS Council and the Privy Council.

Tshidi Gardner, RCVS treasurer, said: "The small fee increase will be used to help deliver both our everyday activities and our new ambitious Strategic Plan, which includes aims such as achieving new legislation, reviewing the Codes of Professional Conduct and supporting guidance, and continuing to support the professions through activities such as the Mind Matters Initiative, RCVS Academy and career development."

A full breakdown of the new fees is on the RCVS website. Information about tax relief is available on the UK government website.