Veterinary News Headlines

    New sub-Cert level special interest courses

    Improve International has announced that it is to launch new 'mini-modular' courses in dentistry, oncology, neurology and ultrasound for those practitioners that want to develop a more in-depth knowledge than they would gain from a one-day course without...

    Wales Veterinary Science Centre officially opens for business

    The Welsh Government Deputy Minister for Farming and Food, Rebecca Evans, has officially opened the new Wales Veterinary Science Centre. The centre, which is located on the site of the former Animal and Plant Health Agency's (APHA) Veterinary Investigation...

    Centaur launches practice-branded health chews

    Centaur Services has launched a range of health supplement soft chews for cats and dogs which can be ordered in custom, practice-branded packaging. Centaur says the practice branding is designed to reinforce client relationships by encouraging clients...
  • First licensed TMPS antibiotic for rabbits

    Virbac has launched Sulfatrim, the first veterinary-licensed Trimethoprim and Sulfamethoxazole (TMPS) oral antibiotic for use in rabbits, pigeons and bearded dragons. Kate Woolley MRCVS, Product Manager, said: "Until now, no similar veterinary-licensed...

    Free diagnostic test for oedema disease in pigs

    Hysolv Animal Health UK has announced that it is offering a free diagnostic test which allows vets to identify the E. coli sub-types that produce the Shiga toxin associated with oedema disease in pigs. The test, known as STEC-Check and worth £150...

    Henry Schein takes a majority stake in Kruuse

    Kruuse has announced that it has entered into an agreement with Henry Schein Inc ., under which the American supplier of veterinary, dental and medical healthcare products and services will acquire a majority shareholding in the company. Under the...

    SPVS survey shows vets charging more for unroutine procedures

    The Society for Practising Veterinary Surgeons (SPVS) has published its 2015 Fee Survey, which has revealed an increasing divergence between fees charged for routine and unroutine procedures in small animal practice. SPVS says that small animal practices...

    RCVS seeks visionaries to spell out their ideas for the future

    Vet Futures, the joint initiative by the RCVS and BVA to stimulate debate about the future of the profession, is running an essay competition with a prize of an all-expenses-paid trip to the London Vet Show (London Olympia, 19th-20th November). ...

    Jersey vet's enthusiasm wins an Ipad for veterinary nurse

    Gardner Llewlyn Veterinary Recruitment and VetSurgeon.org / VetNurse.co.uk have announced the winners of a competition in which people were invited to nominate nurses for a special thanks for the work they do. 67 entries from veterinary surgeons,...

    RSA's referral policy fiasco rumbles on as RCVS Specialists voice their alarm

    A group of some of the best-known referral practices in the country has issued a formal response to the recent announcement by pet insurance underwriter RSA that it is building a network of preferred referral practices to direct its clients to. Whilst...

    RCVS launches consultation on veterinary nurse day-one clinical skills

    The RCVS has announced the launch of a consultation on the new proposed list of 'day-one' clinical skills needed by veterinary nurses when they first enter practice. The College says it welcomes comments on the new list from veterinary nurses, veterinary...

    Zoetis launches meloxicam NSAID for horses

    Zoetis has announced the launch of Contacera (meloxicam) 15mg/ml oral suspension, a non-steriodal anti-inflammatory preparation for horses. According to the company, meloxicam has been shown to hold advantages over Phenylbutazone for the alleviation...

    Vetsonic launches tablet version of Arthriaid

    Vetsonic has announced the launch of a tablet form of Arthriaid Omega. Designed to support joint health, the nutraceutical product contains glucosamine, chondroitin, omega 3 fatty acids, MSM, manganese sulphate plus vitamins C and E. This new tablet...

    Vets given more time to apply for AP status

    The RCVS has announced that those veterinary surgeons who wish to gain the middle tier RCVS Advanced Practitioner status will have extra time to do so this year. The status, which was launched last August, recognises those veterinary surgeons who...

    New stool designed to help vets' operating posture

    Spanish company Vital Dinamic has announced the launch of SD VET, a new stool designed to reduce the physical stress from prolonged standing whilst operating. The stool is based on a multi-directional rocking design which gives the surgeon a wide...

    Antimicrobial copper surfaces gaining ground in infection control

    The Copper Development Association (CDA) reports that a Harare veterinary practice has become the first in Zimbabwe to add copper touch surfaces to its suite of infection prevention measures. 24 Hour Veterinary Practice opted to replace frequently...

    RCVS extends opening hours for professional advice

    The RCVS has announced that its Professional Standards Advice Team, which offers advice about the Code of Professional Conduct and its supporting guidance, is now trialling extended hours and remaining open until 7pm Monday to Friday. The trial will...

    New 'Fast-Track' Postgrad Medicine and Surgery Certificate Programmes

    Improve International has launched 'Fast-Track' Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) Programmes, designed for veterinary surgeons who wish to take an immersive approach to study and complete the taught components in either its Small Animal Medicine or Small...
  • RSA clarifies position over referral claims

    RSA Insurance Group, which underwrites pet insurance on behalf of MORE TH>N, Tesco Bank, M&S, John Lewis, Argos and Homebase, has clarified recently announced changes to its policy conditions concerning cases which need to be referred for specialist...
  • 76% of vets may be missing the cause of feline diabetes

    Royal Veterinary College research, published in the journal PLOS ONE, has revealed that 1 in 4 cases of Diabetes Mellitus in domestic cats are caused by excess secretion of pituitary growth hormone. According to the researchers, this is much more...

    New sterile skin adhesive with 18 month shelf life

    Scrubs Etc Limited has announced the launch of Steribond, a new skin adhesive notable for the fact that it is sterile and can be stored at ambient temperature for up to 18 months. The product has so far only been launched to a limited number of people...

    Petplan launches claim-based summer safety campaign

    Petplan has teamed up with Battersea Dogs & Cats Home to launch Summer Safety, a pet owner education campaign based on insurance claims received by the company. The company reports that last year, 83% of all heat stroke claims occurred in the summer...

    RCVS recruiting for new Practice Standards Scheme Assessors

    The RCVS has launched the recruitment process for new Practice Standards Scheme (PSS) Assessors, ahead of the Scheme's relaunch in November this year. The College is looking to recruit 18 experienced veterinary surgeons as Assessors who will work...

    New neurology referral service for the North West

    Northwest Surgeons, the Cheshire-based referral centre which is now part of Pets at Home, has announced the expansion of its clinical specialisms into the field of neurology, with the appointment of Dr Lorenzo Golini. Dr Golini underwent residency...

    New treatment for bacterial infections in cattle and pigs

    Bayer Animal Health has announced the launch of Ceffect (cefquinome), for the treatment of bacterial infections in cattle and pigs caused by Gram-positive and Gram-negative micro-organisms sensitive to cefquinome. Ceffect is available as a 25mg/ml...