News - BSAVA

Cute rabbit survey uncovers most popular bunny face

26 September 2019

Experts have found the cutest looking rabbit face using a survey which was created to help them understand why people choose certain breeds of bunny.

UK’s largest VN training provider to move to VetSkill

24 September 2019

The College of Animal Welfare is moving to awarding body VetSkill for all new student veterinary nurses starting from January next year. Existing students will remain on their current programme and will not be transferred. Applications are now open.

New DNA testing scheme for the Saluki

24 September 2019

The Kennel Club has approved a new official DNA testing scheme for neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis (NCL) in the Saluki following consultation with the breed’s health coordinator on behalf of the breed clubs.

The Kitten Checklist has launched to help owners avoid heartache

24 September 2019

The BSAVA and several other animal and veterinary organisations have come together to create The Kitten Checklist, aimed at equipping prospective owners with guidelines on adopting or buying a kitten.

Brexit: Import & Export Update for OVs & Veterinary Businesses

16 September 2019

When the UK leaves the European Union (EU) it is vital that all businesses are prepared for the changes that will be required for importing and exporting goods to and from the UK. Although all of the preparations by Government may not be applicable to some veterinary businesses, it is important to be aware of the information that is available and how to access it so as to make a decision on how relevant it may or may not be to a business. Defra and APHA continue to engage with BSAVA to provide B...

Unknown illness affecting dogs in Norway

10 September 2019

There is a unknown illness affecting dogs in Norway resulting in some fatalities. The Norwegian Food Safety Authority are investigating the cause, but no conclusion has been reached. As long as the situation remains unresolved, we advise all dog owners to take the following precautions.

MMI and BSAVA launch new emotional resilience courses

2 September 2019

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Mind Matters Initiative and the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) are launching new emotional resilience courses, with the first course taking place in November this year.

Brexit: Preparing for Pet Travel over Christmas and New Year

28 August 2019

BSAVA members who are OVs will be aware that if the UK leaves the EU without a deal on 31 October 2019, pet owners need to visit their vet four months before travelling.

BSAVA launches nursing case report development opportunity for BSAVA Congress 2020

22 August 2019

A new initiative at BSAVA Congress 2020 will enable aspiring veterinary nurses to present their interesting or novel cases at BSAVA Congress 2020. Applications are open until 4 November 2019.

WSAVA Targets Global Veterinary Wellness Following Survey Results

20 August 2019

Thousands of veterinary professionals around the world have reported experiencing stress and diminished well-being in an online survey conducted by the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA)

BSAVA Manual of Backyard Poultry Medicine and Surgery

19 August 2019

There has been a substantial increase in the number of people keeping backyard poultry in recent years. Whether to provide a self-sufficient supply of food, or for breeding and exhibition, these birds are frequently considered as pets, and owners expect access to veterinary care of the standard on offer to dogs and cats. The new BSAVA Manual of Backyard Poultry and Surgery aims to help meet this expectation.

New Dna Testing Schemes For The English Setter

15 August 2019

The Kennel Club has approved two new official DNA testing schemes for progressive retinal atrophy (PRA-rcd4) and neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis (NCL) in the English Setter following consultation with the breed’s health coordinator on behalf of the breed clubs.

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