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    New research identifies most common causes of death in pet rabbits

    The Royal Veterinary College has published the latest findings from its VetCompass programme, this time identifying the most common medical issues and causes of death in pet rabbits 1 . The research analysed data from 6,349 rabbits that attended 107...

    New treatments for osteoarthritis pain in dogs and cats

    Zoetis has launched two, monthly treatments for osteoarthritis pain: Librela for dogs and Solensia for cats. Zoetis says Librela (bedinvetmab) and Solensia (frunevetmab) work differently from NSAIDs, the current standard of care, by specifically targeting...

    New indications for Baytril in sheep and goats

    Bayer Animal Health has announced changes to the product indications for Baytril 50mg/ml and 100mg/ml Solutions for Injection, which both contain enrofloxacin. Baytril 50mg/ml and 100mg/ml Solutions for Injection, now have licensed indications for...
  • Wiltshire referral centre treats world-first dual penis dog successfully

    Eastcott Veterinary Referrals in Wiltshire reports that it has successfully treated the first reported case of a dog with complete, unilateral urinary tract duplication. The case was seen by Tim Charlesworth, head of surgery, who shared details of...

    New research identifies the most common illnesses suffered by Westies

    The Royal Veterinary College has announced the results of the world's largest study of West Highland White Terriers 1 , which identified both the most common illnesses suffered by the breed and the most common causes of death. The VetCompass study...
  • Landmark disciplinary case against Staffs vet represents victory against pseudoscience

    In a landmark disciplinary case last week, Staffordshire-based veterinary surgeon Roger Meacock MRCVS has undertaken to amend his website after the College alleged it contained content which was either misleading or inaccurate to the point of bringing...

    New review of paracetamol use in dogs

    Veterinary Prescriber has published a critical evidence-based peer-reviewed appraisal of the use of paracetamol in dogs. Paracetamol is one of the most commonly-used drugs worldwide, available to buy over the counter for humans, and for dogs (as Pardale...

    Simparica now licensed for more mites

    Zoetis has announced that Simparica, its once-monthly oral treatment for flea, tick and mite infestations in dogs, is now licensed for Otodectes Cynotis and Demodex Canis in addition to Sarcoptes Scabiei . Launched in 2016, Simparica kills 95% of...

    Zoetis launches Stronghold Plus spot-on for cats

    Zoetis has launched Stronghold Plus (selamectin/sarolaner), a topical combination of parasiticides licensed for the treatment of fleas, ticks, ear mites, lice, GI worms and heartworm in cats. Zoetis says the combined action of selamectin and sarolaner...
  • Two new antibiotics for responsible use in cats and dogs

    Dechra Veterinary Products has launched two new antibiotics with a new tablet technology designed to encourage more responsible use of antibiotics in practice. Metrobactin is the first veterinary licensed metronidazole tablet for the treatment of...

    Nexgard Spectra now indicated for lungworm too

    Merial has announced that Nexgard Spectra has now been licensed to prevent lungworm in dogs, making it the only product which deals with lungworm and ticks (not to mention fleas and roundworm). The company says that until now, veterinary surgeons...

    Zactran now licensed for footrot in sheep

    Merial Animal Health has announced that the European Commission has issued an extension to the marketing authorisation for Zactran for the treatment of infectious pododermatitis (footrot) in sheep associated with virulent Dichelobacter nodosus and Fusobacterium...
  • New injectable vaccine against Bordetella bronchiseptica

    MSD Animal Health has launched Nobivac(r) Respira Bb, a new injectable vaccine against Bordetella bronchiseptica. The new vaccine offers 12 months protection when used as a single-dose booster in dogs previously vaccinated with Nobivac(r) KC. It is...

    Coronavirus advice for vets

    The World Small Animal Veterinary Association has published advice for veterinary professionals about the new coronavirus, COVID-19, including links to advice about protecting clinic staff, and advice to give concerned pet owners. In particular, the...
  • Vet in court over X-ray of employee’s foot

    John Kenward MRCVS, a director of Maidstone practice Pet Emergency Treatment Services, has been given a conditional discharge for allowing an employee to X-ray her own foot after a horse stamped on it. Maidstone Magistrates heard that the employee...

    Elanco launches Credelio oral flea and tick control for cats

    Elanco has announced the launch of Credelio (lotilaner) for cats, the first oral flea and tick treatment to be licensed for cats. In trials, Credelio killed more than 98% of ticks within 24 hours 1 , and more than 99% of fleas within 12 hours with...
  • Seresto now licensed for canine leishmaniosis

    Bayer Animal Health has announced that Seresto, it's flea and tick collar for cats and dogs, has now been granted approval to be used to reduce the risk of canine leishmaniosis via transmission by sand flies for up to 8 months. Canine leishmaniosis...
  • Vet retention fees to rise by shocking 150%

    The RCVS has today announced that retention fees paid by veterinary surgeons are set to rise by 150%, from £340 to £850 per annum. According to the College, the increase in fees is needed primarily to develop its regulatory capacity for paraprofessionals...
  • ** BREAKING NEWS ** Homeopaths march on RCVS Belgravia House

    VetSurgeon.org is hearing early reports of a homeopathic protest march currently taking place in London. The protesters, which VetSurgeon.org understands comprise six veterinary surgeons and 30-40 pet owners, started their march in Parliament Square...

    New study shows owners of short-muzzled dogs are blind to their suffering

    The RVC has published the results of a new study which shows that the owners of short-muzzled or brachycephalic dogs are either unaware of the suffering of these breeds, or deluding themselves 1 . The study, which was conducted in in collaboration...

    308 vets removed from the Register for non-payment of fees

    The RCVS has removed 308 veterinary surgeons from the Register for non-payment of their annual renewal fee. This compared with 339 who were removed for non-payment last year. A list of those who have not paid their fee has now been published and...
  • Early neutering of bitches increases incontinence risk

    The RVC has published a study which shows that the age at which female dogs (bitches) are neutered is associated with early-onset urinary incontinence 1 . The researchers say that urinary incontinence affects around three per cent of bitches in the...
  • World officially mad as vets complain about student vets handling sheep for charitable calendar

    The Royal Veterinary College Principal, Stuart Reid has become embroiled in a row over its students' annual charity calendar, after a veterinary vegan group complained about the month that showed veterinary students handling sheep. The photograph...
  • Female vets ARE discriminated against

    The BVA has published the interim results of a new study which seems to provide the best evidence yet that the veterinary profession still discriminates against female veterinary surgeons. The study also found that those who believe that gender discrimination...

    New wormer for beef and dairy cattle, sheep and goats

    Merial has launched Eprinex Multi 5mg/ml Pour-on for Beef and Dairy Cattle, Sheep and Goats, the first licensed, zero milk withdrawal, pour-on worm control product to be made available to sheep and goat dairy producers. Eprinex Multi contains eprinomectin...