VMD approves Numelvi tablets for treating canine allergic pruritus
A newly approved option for managing allergic pruritus in dogs is set to enter UK practice, followin...
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Imported dogs may act as “reservoirs” for zoonotic disease, review warns
Veterinary teams in the UK may be underestimating the zoonotic risks associated with imported dogs, ...
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New study validates simple urine ELISA test to measure serotonin metabolite in dogs
A new study, funded by BSAVA PetSavers and published in theJournal of Small Animal Practice, has suc...
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Novel kidney fats in cats could help explain kidney disease
A team from the University of Nottingham has identified unusual fat deposits in feline kidneys that ...
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CPD on Brucella canis in the UK: Practical guidance for teams
With Brucella canis continuing to present difficult conversations and clinical dilemmas in UK practi...
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Study suggests urinary microbiome shifts in cats with feline idiopathic cystitis
FIC is typically considered non-infectious, yet interest in the “urobiome” has grown as clinicians l...
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Feline tumour malignancy odds increase 8% per year, study suggests
As more cats live into older age and owners pursue advanced diagnostics, understanding tumour patter...
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29% of raw pet foods on sale in the UK fail to comply with legislation
Raw dog and cat food continues to be a common client talking point — but new UK surveillance data su...
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Cytology is essential for new antibiotic-free otitis externa treatment 'DuOtic'
Dechra’s antibiotic-free, long-acting ear gel DuOtic is expected to launch in the UK in March — so i...
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New research helps to reduce feeding tube complications in dogs and cats
Feeding tubes are commonly used in veterinary medicine, with nasoesophageal (a tube passed through t...
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New study suggests how to cut contamination in veterinary practices
A study published in the Journal of Small Animal Practice has found that environmental contamination...
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Virbac launches Canixin L, a two-serovar canine leptospirosis vaccine
Just months after MSD discontinued Lepto2, Virbac have released an alternative leptospirosis vaccine...
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At-home testing may be suitable for Cushing’s diagnosis, new study suggests
Diagnosing Cushing’s syndrome in dogs is a familiar challenge in practice. The process can be expens...
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Online event: explore diarrhoea management in puppies and kittens with the Purina Institute
Puppies and kittens with diarrhoea are common presentations in practice. However, growing evidence s...
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'Public attitudes towards crossbreeding remain divided' in new research from the RVC
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed that the UK public has divided att...
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Study confirms most dogs exposed to e-cigarette liquid have only mild signs
Exposure to electronic cigarettes and e-liquids is a growing concern in small animal practice, parti...
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Pet Blood Bank stocks 'critically low' ahead of Christmas
Pet Blood Bank UK has issued an urgent call for canine blood donors as their supplies run 'criticall...
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New treatment option for dogs with common heart condition launched at the Royal Veterinary College
The RVC is the first centre worldwide to offer TEER, open-heart surgery and medical treatment for th...
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BSAVA to champion clinical research at BVA Live 2026
This collaboration will showcase excellence in veterinary research, with selected abstracts showcase...
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Study reveals need for cultural change and increased safety focus in companion animal veterinary practices
A major new study, led by Dr John Tulloch at the University of Liverpool and in collaboration with C...
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Free innate health assessment tool for vets and dog breeders launched
PetProov has announced the launch of the innate health assessment (IHA), a free, 10-point welfare fr...
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800% rise in rise in flat-faced dogs requiring vital surgeries
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed an 800% increase in surgeries to m...
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New enzyme treatment for severe canine spinal cord injury achieves exceptional success
Dogs with severe intervertebral disc disease can now be treated with a new enzyme injection at the Q...
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Survey reveals 62% of canine lumps go undiagnosed in veterinary practices
A major new survey of more than 240 veterinary professionals has revealed a concerning gap in the di...
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New surgical option for canine heart disease
The development, in collaboration with the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), marks a significant advan...
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Nominations open for the 2026 BSAVA Awards
For 64 years, the BSAVA awards have acknowledged the unsung heroes within the veterinary profession,...
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Inadequate regulation of the UK puppy trade harms animal welfare, public health, and the environment
A new study published in Animal Welfare, the journal of the Universities Federation for Animal Welfa...
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Dogue de Bordeaux and Flat Coated Retriever breeds at greatest risk for canine haemangiosarcoma
Researchers at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) have revealed the frequency and risk factors for c...
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Veterinary associations asking vets to avoid spot-on parasiticides in water-loving pets
As increasing evidence suggests substances commonly found in animal parasiticides like flea treatmen...
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Veterinary Osteoarthritis Alliance lecture to take place at London Vet Show
The sessions on Nupsala’s stand (stand H10) are part of an ongoing partnership between the company a...
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