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Goats can follow the direction of human voice, study finds

Researchers highlight the role of domestication in the emergence of this ability.
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Chatter box A nationwide roadshow offering free, personalised parasite risk assessments and flea and tick checks will be visiting popular dog events across the UK.

The All About Dogs shows in Norfolk and Knebworth, will be among the first events to host MSD Animal Health's Big Parasite Check campaign, which aims to address common misconceptions and highlight the importance of year-round parasite protection.

A total of six dog-friendly events will feature the free clinics from summer through to winter. Full roadshow dates and locations are available on The Big Parasite Check map or through your local MSD Animal Health Representative.  Chatter box

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Equine News
BVNA announces next Advisory Board Members

Wendy Nevins and Lyndsay Hughes join the board.
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Veterinary Receptionist Team Hero Awards open for entries

The awards celebrate individual receptionists and full reception teams.
RCVS considers new vet nurse prescriber role

 Panel agrees VNs effective at small animal vaccine consult.
BVNA urges government to keep animal welfare a priority

 Sarah Holliday responds to appointment of new environment secretary.
BVNA announces incoming officer team

 Steph Worsley 'immensely proud' to take on presidential role.
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.
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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.'
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