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Scientists explore impact of DNA tests on canine disease
Scientists conclude that dog breeders ‘appear to be incorporating the results of DNA tests into their selection strategies’. ‘Sizeable’ decline...

AVS EMS grant winners announced
An AVS/BVA survey found that cost was the biggest limitation for vet students whilst completing their EMS. Winners receive £200...

Millions of pets facing an unhappy life – report
More than two million dogs are left alone for five hours or more on a typical weekday. 1.4 million dogs...

Still a long way to go
A combined BVA / Dogs Trust news release last week reported that French bulldogs and pugs top the list of dog...

Periodontal disease – understanding, planning, prevention
Periodontal disease is the most common infectious disease encountered by a small animal practitioner, yet it is often overlooked. Studies...

Overweight horses are becoming ‘the new normal’ – BEVA
Studies suggest there are high levels of obesity in leisure horses and unaffiliated competition horses. Vets and owners urged to...