BSAVA Congress 2021 is taking place this year from 25 to 27 March. To tell us all about it, we are joined by Julian Hoad, chairman of the delegate experience committee.

This week's Vet Times podcast is brought to you by Vets Now, the UK's leading provider of emergency and critical care.

Hyperthyroidism can affect 10% of cats aged above 10, and is the most common endocrinopathy in cats. In this podcast, Sarah Caney discusses management options and the important role owners can play.

Independent feline consultant Andy Sparkes discusses how cats can be encouraged to drink more fluids – in particular the role of nutrient-enriched water supplements, such as Pro Plan Hydra Care.

Nicola Menzies-Gow returns to discuss how vets can involve owners in ongoing management of equine laminitis and spotting the signs in the first place.

In this podcast, brought to you in association with Zoetis – the manufacturer of Equip EHV1,4 – we ask Richard Newton the questions you have always wanted to know about equine herpes virus (EHV) disease, the syndromes and the role of vaccination.

Otitis externa is one of the most common conditions seen in veterinary practice, in particular in dogs. In this podcast, Hannah Lipscomb discusses its principal causes and factors, cytology culture and sensitivity results, treatment challenges and severe otitis externa.

Hany Elsheikha discusses the impact of infestation on pet health, plus how to improve compliance – including all-year-round – in this Vet Times Podcast.

Vet Times talks to chief executive officer of Compassion in World Farming and a commentator on the effects of industrial farming, Philip Lymbery.

In this sponsored podcast, brought to you in association with MSD Animal Health, makers of Bravecto, we speak to Richard Wall and Ian Wright about flea prevalence, and new data that offers vets fresh information about how to prevent it.

Cardiology has seen many innovations in the past decade. Luca Ferasin explains the importance of first opinion practitioners, referral vets and owners working together on these cases.

Orthopaedic surgeon Brian Beale discusses his findings around the effectiveness of marine-based fatty acid compound PCSO-524 in the treatment of canine osteoarthritis.

This podcast addresses the obstacles veterinary professionals can face in having conversations about pet nutrition with their clients.

Starting conversations with owners about obesity in their pets can be difficult, but it is necessary, as weight problems among companion animals continue to rise.

The diagnosis and management of chronic pain in companion animals is an important topic in veterinary medicine, as it can have a major impact on animals’ well-being and quality of life.

Join us as we talk with Dr Sue Paterson, senior-vice president of the European Society of Veterinary Dermatology and former BSAVA president, to discuss how lockdown may have created an opportunity for vets to re-evaluate treatment for this common and frustrating condition.

In this Vet Times podcast, we find out more about the condition with RCVS specialist in feline medicine Sarah Caney, including advice on screening, diagnosis and management.

In this podcast, sponsored by Purina Petcare, we’re joined by Andy Sparkes to talk about the important welfare issues around feline relinquishment, particularly as a result of the owner’s allergy to their cat.

Neptra is licenced for cases of acute canine otitis externa that involve mixed infections of Staphylococcus pseudintermedius and Malassezia pachydermatis.

Nicola Menzies-Gow outlines the three types of laminitis – sepsis-associated, endocrinopathic and supporting limb – but explains how the clinical signs remain unchanged.

Tick-borne disease is a growing risk to the UK and its pets and owners. Ian Wright joins Paul Imrie to discuss the significant changes in the numbers and species of ticks and pathogens.

Ferran Valls Sanchez joins Paul Imrie to discuss prevention, treatment and prognosis of gastrointestinal disease in companion animals, among other important topics.

James Westgate talks all things health and wellness with the team behind WellVet – a not-for-profit social enterprise created to help veterinary professionals live happier and healthier in mind, body and soul.

Phil Elkins talks to Paul Imrie the practical support vets can provide their clients to help them decide whether to vaccinate their herds.

In this podcast, sponsored by Purina Petcare, Ebenezer Satyaraj tells us about a significant new product breakthrough in the management of feline allergens.

Locoregional anaesthesia use in veterinary medicine has evolved greatly in the past few decades, with benefits lying in focusing on the specific target nerve responsible for pain. Diego Rodrigo Mocholi, from the RVC, joins us to discuss this interesting topic.

An acute seasonal disease in outside-kept cows, summer mastitis may have different transmission routes, but it has the same clinical signs. Jenny Allan discusses this variation, including treatment and prevention strategies.

Cats, like many of us, are living to an older age – which can present a unique set of challenges to veterinary practitioners. In this podcast, vet Sam Taylor discusses some of the health issues frequently seen in senior patients and how to help owners manage them.

Equine sedation and general anaesthesia is sometimes required in field situations. Aoife Ryan joins this Vet Times Podcast to discuss the pharmacology of commonly used drugs in such situations.

Vets see osteoarthritis patients daily, and a range of management options are available. Ross Allan, RCVS advanced practitioner in small animal surgery, draws together important management considerations in this Vet Times Podcast.

Equine internal medicine specialist Karin Kruger rejoins the Vet Times Podcast to discuss classifying gastrointestinal disorders, the three pillars of successful management, treatment options and advice to give horse-owning clients.

Fleas are still a major parasite concern for pet owners, and still transmitting diseases that are dangerous to humans. Ian Wright joins us once more, this time to discuss fleas and related issues.

Few days pass without vets seeing a case of ear disease. Veterinary dermatology specialist Ariane Neuber joins us to discuss otitis externa, including causes, cytology, therapy and products.

Monthly preventive deworming in cats and dogs has been a source of debate inside and outside the veterinary profession. Ian Wright, head of ESCCAP UK and Ireland, joins us to discuss endoparasitology topics.

CIRD complex, historically termed “kennel cough”, is a relatively common presentation in UK primary care veterinary practice. Jenny Stavisky discusses its prevalence, presentation and prevention in this Vet Times Podcast.

Older animals presenting with renal disease often do so because of other clinical issues. Simon Tappin, head of internal medicine at Dick White Referrals, talks us through some of the diagnostic challenges.

Ophthalmic conditions can account for between 5% and 10% of companion animal consultations. Mike Rhodes, an RCVS and European specialist in veterinary ophthalmology, provides advice to general practitioners and discusses types, prevalence and treatment options.

With pets, like their owners, now living to an older age, more of them will be impacted by chronic pain issues. Pain management expert Karen Walsh talks to Veterinary Times editor Paul Imrie these problems in companion animals.

Tom Jackson and the 2019-2020 AVS UK & Ireland president discuss recommendations that came out of the Graduate Outcomes Project, which cover day one competences, the Professional Development Phase, EMS and clinical education for general practice.