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Feedback Sought on Equine Trading Scheme
Consultation launched on voluntary registration scheme for trading horses.

The Equine Disease Coalition has launched a consultation seeking views on a proposal for a voluntary registration scheme for trading horses.

It is hoped that the Voluntary Equine Animals Trading Scheme will raise standards of animal health and welfare in the horse industry, leading to greater assurance when purchasing equines. There is also the implication that it could help improve levels of preparation in case of a major equine disease outbreak in the country.

The EDC was established in 2010 and comprises representatives from the Animal Health Trust, the British Equine Veterinary Association, Cambridge university, Defra, the Horse Trust, the RSPCA and World Horse Welfare.

Keith Meldrum, a veterinary consultant at World Horse Welfare, said: "This is a very exciting project and we are looking forward to receiving some interesting feedback from both traders and the horse owning public."

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Annual submission deadline small pet animal exemptions

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 Companies marketing medicines for small pets exempt from authorisation must submit their annual return to the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) by 30 November 2026.

Submitting this annual return ensures continued compliance with regulatory requirements for products marketed without a full Marketing Authorisation. The exemption specifically applies to products intended for animals, cage birds, terrarium animals, small rodents, ferrets and rabbits.

For further details and submission guidelines, visit the gov.uk website.  

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BVA urges 'continued vigilance' over bluetongue

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has urged vigilance following a concerning rise in Bluetongue (BTV) cases in sheep and cattle.

In a recent statement, the BVA noted that members are reporting more severe clinical signs and higher mortality rates than in previous years.

'We know that farm vets are working hard to support farmers and animals affected by this outbreak, during what is an extremely difficult time for all involved,' they stated. 'Continued vigilance to identify disease early is vital and vaccination remains the best way of protecting animals from this disease.'