Bill which could help end puppy smuggling, ban imports of animals with mutilations, and reduce the risk of some diseases ...

When, who and how to report to the competent authorities if you suspect the illegal importation of pets in Scotland Veterinary surgeons can often be the first to suspect that an animal may have been ...

Neutering is the best way to prevent unwanted pregnancies, in both cats and dogs. But some owners may be anxious about making this decision on behalf of their pets. They may be concerned about ...

to prevent livestock and horses from moving into dangerous areas; to protect the public by preventing animals from straying on to roads and potentially causing an accident; to manage grass quality and ...

Whistleblowing is the commonly used term for reporting on or exposing malpractice in the workplace – this could be something improper, illegal or negligent. The vast majority of veterinary surgeons ...

Council has agreed to proceed with governance reform recommendations outlined in RCVS’s consultation ‘Ensuring good ...

Goat kids are disbudded because horns can cause injury to other goats, other livestock, goat keepers, or attending veterinary surgeons. Horns may also make goats more prone to getting caught in fences ...

BVA recognises the importance of markets, informed and concerned consumers, and socially responsible retailers and caterers in creating demand and financial viability for higher standards of animal ...

In our next Q&A, BVA Young Vet of the Year finalist Rose Thompson-Turcotte shares the inspiration behind her career in veterinary medicine and reflects on what it means to be a finalist for this ...

In our upcoming Q&A series, we’ll be introducing our BVA Young Vet of the Year 2024 finalists. Kicking off the series, Clio Rudgard-Redsell shares insights into her career journey to date and her ...

Dr James Bevan, Medical Doctor and Public Health Registrar who previously worked as a corporate sustainability consultant, shares his views on the need for sustainable healthcare, and why a One Health ...

John Harvey and Dr Peter Alexander from the University of Edinburgh share insights from their research into the complex topic of animal by-products in pet food and its environmental implications.