Sustainable Control of Parasites in Sheep group launches a six-step guide on parasite risk assessment, tests and treatments, and best practice.

VetPartners is inviting anyone who wants to assist to complete a short questionnaire before 31 August.

BVA in Northern Ireland had fed into the earlier consultations, and says it is “disappointing” launch document “makes no mention of the role of the veterinary profession” in future policy plans.

Infection couldn’t be ruled out in Jack Russell terrier with consolidated right cranial lung lobe, but thanks to veterinary help and Alpine air, she’s scaled heights to full recovery.

Service had previously been available in high-risk and edge areas, but from autumn will be available to any farm in England keeping livestock susceptible to TB.

Well-known vet and former RCVS president is moving to the newly created role with IVC Evidensia, having been the company’s group referrals director.

SQP regulator Vetpol says its veterinary pharmacy manager course has been a hit with its first graduates, who say it has helped them manage their pharmacies more effectively.

IVC Evidensia has seen a rise in equine vets joining its ranks in the past 18 months, and has collaborated with its equine clinical board to create IVC Evidensia Equine Vets. 

“I was lost for words, and I think the few members of staff that were clocking in for their shifts were also. It was like something from a horror movie” – VN Gemma Ross.

To coincide with human health campaign, Ceva Animal Health is urging practices around the country to offer blood pressure checks to feline patients.

Delicate surgery to remove entire ear canal in cat suffering recurrent infections and polyps in right ear.  

James Russell, on BBC Radio 5 Live this morning (Thursday 19 August), spoke of “triple whammy of Brexit, COVID and the boom in pet ownership putting unprecedented pressure on veterinary services”.

Mabel rushed into Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service, where surgeons used advanced technique to repair a fractured leg.

Animal Courses Direct is the first learning provider to launch a degree-level qualification that allows trainee animal therapists to offer physiotherapy and hydrotherapy treatments for animals.

Paragon Veterinary Referrals in Wakefield, West Yorkshire used its newly expanded cardiology service to save lives of spaniels Merlin, Poppy and Amelia.

Veterinary professionals can pre-register for the mental health and well-being app being produced by the RCVS Mind Matters Initiative ahead of autumn launch.

RCVS, BVA and BVNA presidents have written to prime minister Boris Johnson urging vets and paraprofessionals working with UK charities and NGOs – plus their families – are added to emergency evacuation list.

Bella has made a full recovery after requiring two surgeries at Veterinary Specialists Scotland, where staff worked around the clock to keep her alive.