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Guidance on reporting misuse of prescriptions
Each reported case is considered by the VMD. VMD reissues its guidance for confidential reporting Guidance on reporting suspected misuse...

Vets take the lead with microchipping
A recent survey, conducted by NVD®, showed that nearly 50 per cent of owners’ information held was incorrect. Microchip database...

Super-strength antibiotic developed in California
The developments could eradicate the threat of antibiotic-resistant infections for many years. 1,000-fold increase in activity of existing drug, vancomycin...

VMD issues recall alert over cattle insecticide
The VMD has issued a product defect recall alert for Flypor Pour-on Solution for Cattle. Some units leaking small amount...

Veterinary student funding to increase
EMS is an essential and mandatory part of the veterinary degree, but it can be expensive and time-consuming. EMS now...

OIE members adopt first global strategy on animal welfare
The slaughter and killing of farmed reptiles for their skins and meat is one of the topics currently under review....

Petplan to review breeder registration process
Petplan has now launched a review of its registration process, including ‘certification at initial registration and earlier monitoring of applicants...

Battersea chief wins Director of the Year
Claire said she was “thrilled and humbled” but added that the awards are about teams, not just individuals. Claire Horton...

Symposium explores animal welfare and research
The School of Clinical Sciences won first prize for developing a refined method for producing aortic aneurysms in mice. Researchers...

Money Money Money: How much should we let our clients spend?
RSPCA chief veterinary officer James Yeates looks at the ongoing debate surrounding veterinary fees. ...