It is essential for sheep health and welfare, that any procedures having the potential to create pain and suffering should be balanced against the need for that procedure. Castration and tail-docking ...

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Veterinary Medicines Regulations update. On 17 November, the final changes to the Veterinary Medicines Regulations (VMRs) will come into force. These were passed in Parliament earlier this year as ...

What's the issue? The veterinary profession is operating in a rapidly changing environment. We've identified a number of major trends including: an expansion in the range of allied professionals; ...

British Veterinary Association is registered in England No 206456 at 7 Mansfield Street, London, W1G 9NQ. VAT registration number GB 232 7441 80 ...

Goat kids are disbudded because horns can cause injury to other goats, other livestock, goat keepers, or attending veterinary surgeons. Horns may also make goats more prone to getting caught in fences ...

Neutering is the best way to prevent unwanted pregnancies, in both cats and dogs. But some owners may be anxious about making this decision on behalf of their pets. They may be concerned about ...

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has launched a new resource to help veterinary professionals support pet owners in ...

The Cabinet Office has published its approach and accompanying guidance from the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) for ...

Phoebe McCarter, Veterinary Advisor in the Field Epidemiology team within Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) and mixed ...

If heatstroke or any other heat-related condition is suspected, take your pets to a cool, well-ventilated place, give it ...

When, who and how to report to the competent authorities if you suspect the illegal importation of pets in Scotland. Veterinary surgeons can often be the first to suspect that an animal may have been ...