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Winners of BVA Awards announced
Caroline Gillespie, award winner
Awards presented at Congress last night

The winners of the prestigious BVA awards were announced last night and presented with their awards at BVA Congress, currently taking place at the Merseyside Maritime Museum in Liverpool.

The awards went to:
  • The Trevor Blackburn Award - Professor Brian Perry
In recognition of his outstanding contributions to animal health and welfare in Africa, Asia and Latin America, the impact of his work in fostering the integration of veterinary epidemiology with agricultural economics, and his personal commitment to poverty alleviation by tackling diseases of global significance.

  • The Dalrymple-Champneys Cup and Medal - Professor Michael Thrusfield.
Awarded for his immense contributions to the advancement of knowledge in veterinary science, especially epidemiology.

  • Chiron Award - Professor A R (Bob) Mitchell
In recognition of a truly outstanding contribution to both veterinary and human medical science over a long and distinguished career.

  • Harry Steele-Bodger Memorial Scholarship Travel Award for 2012:
- Caroline Gillespie (University of Cambridge Veterinary School)
Awarded for her study on western performance horses in California

- Emily Jeannes (University of Liverpool Veterinary School)
Awarded for her investigation of Toxocara canis in dogs in Sri Lanka

  • BVA Overseas Travel Award:
- Anna Frykfors von Hekkel (Royal Veterinary College)
For an evaluation of the diet and body condition score of two captive elephant populations in Sri Lanka

- Emily Jeannes (University of Liverpool Veterinary School)
As above, awarded for her investigation of Toxocara canis in dogs in Sri Lanka.

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Congratulations go to all the winners!
 

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FIVP launches CMA remedies survey

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 FIVP has shared a survey, inviting those working in independent practice to share their views on the CMA's proposed remedies.

The Impact Assessment will help inform the group's response to the CMA, as it prepares to submit further evidence to the Inquiry Group. FIVP will also be attending a hearing in November.

Data will be anonymised and used solely for FIVP's response to the CMA. The survey will close on Friday, 31 October 2025. 

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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.