New licensing and inspection regime will crack down on unethical breeding practices and improve standards of animal care and welfare – with BVA calling other UK nations to follow suit.
The two-year-old crossbreed has made a full recovery after clinicians at Davies Veterinary Specialists performed “delicate” surgery to repair a vertebral fracture and dislocation.
UCAS data has indicated an increase in both initial admissions and overall applications in 2024, although the full picture is unlikely to emerge for some time.
Academics at the University of Surrey say there is a “profound and enduring impact” based on the levels of bacterial diversity found during the first few weeks of life.
An upbeat forecast for the UK veterinary sector has been echoed by global forecasts that the value of pet services could top half a trillion dollars within six years.
With cases now recorded close to the Channel coast on the continent, the latest Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB)-led webinar on the virus heard a renewed plea for vigilance.
Officials say the new resources have been developed with the input of both clinicians and pet owners, with one saying she would be “very at ease” if they were used at her future consultations.
Politicians, government scientists and academics were invited to support the “dreams” of dozens of youngsters as they got an insight into life as a vet.
Although parts of the case connected to the care of an American bulldog that later died were proven, a disciplinary committee ruled they did not fall far below acceptable standards.
A vet and academic believes an emerging discipline that explores more of the social aspects of veterinary medicine can help students prepare for life in practice.
The analysis, commissioned by the RCVS and British Veterinary Chronic Illness Support, found workers with multiple conditions or mental health challenges, plus those who identify as neurodivergent, were at greater risk of being targeted.
