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Raccoons solve puzzles for fun, study finds

They completed challenges even without a food reward.
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Chatter box 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. Chatter box

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Equine News
BVNA announces incoming officer team

Steph Worsley 'immensely proud' to take on presidential role.
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Nominations open for 2026 BVNA Awards

The awards recognise the skilled care that individual RVNs and SVNs provide.
Kirsty Young elected as RCVS VN Council chair

The educator will take her three-year post at Royal College Day.
VN researchers invite input on mental health curriculum

SVNs and VN educators could help co-design a webinar.
VN Awareness Month 2026 gets underway

This year's campaign theme is compassion and empathy.
BVNA to honour 'unsung heroes' of veterinary care

The campaign forms part of Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month 2026
BVNA opens applications for Council

RVNs and SVNs invited to put themselves forward.
CQ unveils VN educator award winner

Laura Lacey accepted her award at the 2026 CQ graduation ceremony.
BVNA and BSAVA commend CMA's VN remedy

CMA suggests vet nurse title should be protected.
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Lords Committee opens Pet Parasite Medication inquiry

The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will launch its inquiry into Pet Parasite Medication (PPM) on Wednesday (3 June).

Focusing on treatments containing fipronil and imidacloprid, the inquiry will seek to understand distribution pathways and the impacts of PPM use and non-use on biodiversity and human health. It will also cover current regulation, monitoring, and the potential implications for pets and their owners.

The committee will hear evidence from environmental non-governmental organisations and research institutes. The public can follow the proceedings live on Parliament TV or in person in the Palace of Westminster.

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