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RSPCA warns of scam phone numbers
The RSPCA receives a call to its cruelty line every 27 seconds. Members of the public being charged premium rates...
Concerns over social media data use in research
“Researchers may be using information that has been willingly shared in the public domain but this doesn’t give them carte...
Vets discuss access to medicines post-Brexit
“It is vital that Brexit negotiations ensure ongoing access to all existing and new veterinary medicines licensed through the EU...
Research offers new hope for antibiotic resistance
Scientists say their findings could reverse the rising tide of antibiotic resistance. Findings could ‘turn back the rising tide’ of...
Huge rise in veterinary certifications predicted
Chief veterinary officer Nigel Gibbens spoke at the Official Veterinarian Conference 2017. BVA calls for major review of third-country certification...
Report notes fall in European antibiotic sales for animals
Between 2011 and 2015, the sales of antibiotics to treat animals fell by 13.4 per cent. Picture across Europe still...
New insights on homeopathy efficacy
Homeopathy was invented around 1796 and debates on its use have raged for decades. RVC team says biases can lead...
Norbook recalls pain relief treatment
Norbrook has issued a recall for Meloxaid oral suspension for dogs and cats. Manufacturer confirms increase of pH in certain...
Kennel Club hosts Breed Health Symposium
The results are already making a difference to the participating breeds, including the Swedish Vallhund and Lhasa apso. Experts present...
Majority of vets threatened by clients
Companion animal vets or those working in a mixed practice are more likely to have experienced difficult clients. Abusive behaviour...