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House dust can predict presence of pets
From the dust samples collected, the researchers were able to confidently predict which homes had pets such as cats and...

Scientists closer to developing universal flu vaccine
Currently the flu vaccine has to be given annualy because it focuses on the mutating part of the virus. Should...

Surrey referral practice partners with the Willows Group
Willows Veterinary Centre has joined forces with Surrey-based North Downs Specialist Referrals (NSDR). The two businesses say their partnership will...

Vets use 3D printing to plan surgeries
This 3D model of a dog’s skull helped a vet determine how much growth on the dog’s jaw would need...

NOAH backs new antibiotic guidelines
New guidelines have been brought in to tackle the growing problem of antibiotic resistance. Fully supports need for responsible prescribing...

First video vet consultation launches in the UK
For the first time in the UK, pet owners will be able to have video consultations with their vets, after...

Where did it all go wrong?
Alarming statistics released by the RCVS and BVA this week raise some troubling questions about why so many young vets...

Most graduates overqualified for their job, study finds
The amount of people graduating from university now vastly outweighs the number of high-skilled jobs. Employers now seek degree for...

Half of recent graduates unsatisfied with career
Vets who have been qualified for five years or more are least optimistic about the future, rating their opportunities for...

Pupil shape helps animals survive
Species with vertically elongated pupils, like domestic cats and foxes, are very likely to be ambush predators. Strong relationship between...