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ZSL Whipsnade to run Vets in Action week for children
Children with an interest in zoo veterinary work will be able to learn about the variety of tasks that the role includes.

Unique experience gives insight into zoo veterinary work

ZSL Whipsnade Zoo is planning to hold a Vets in Action week this February half-term, inviting aspiring young veterinary surgeons to take part in a fun, hands-on experience managed by zoo staff.

This unique role-playing experience provides children with an opportunity to learn about the role of zoo veterinary staff, as well as what a day working in a zoo veterinary clinic is like.

At the zoo’s specially created ‘animal hospital’, children will learn about various exotic animals and how to care for them. They will then be given the chance to carry out various veterinary treatments and examinations on soft toys.

A number of demonstrations and family activities are also available throughout the week, which will provide further insight into the zoo’s 2,500 animals.

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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New form for online veterinary medicines retailers

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has produced a new online form for retailers wishing to sell veterinary medicines on the internet.

The form replace the previous Word version and is part of the VMD's ongoing commitment to digitise its processes. Anyone retailing prescription medicines online, including POM-V, POM-VPS and NFA-VPS categories, is lawfully required to register with the VMD before trading.

The change only applies to new applicants. Retailers already listed on the VMD's Register of Online Retailers or registered under the Accredited Internet Retailer Scheme (AIRS) do not need to do anything.