Vendors - making sure that hutches for sale can sufficiently house two or more rabbits and meet the minimum recommended measurements for suitable shelter. UK Governments - stipulating that vendors ...

As new guidance on prescription requirements for antimicrobial drugs comes into force, we've created some useful resources to help our members inform their clients. This includes a poster and leaflet ...

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 ...

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

On 17 November, the final changes to the Veterinary Medicines Regulations (VMRs) will come into force. These were passed in Parliament earlier this year as part of the Veterinary Medicines (Amendment ...

The Animal & Plant Health Agency has produced the following posters to help veterinary professionals recognise the signs of Bluetongue virus (BTV-3) in sheep and cattle.

There are a number of issues associated with the disbudding of goat kids. The need to achieve an effective block of 4 nerves places a real risk of a toxic local anaesthetic overdose in a high-risk ...

Kate Oppenheimer Kate graduated from the RVC in 2012 and began her career in mixed practice. In 2018, she moved into small animal practice and completed a PGCert in Small Animal Medicine the following ...

Providing you with professional resources, exclusive to members As a member you have free access to BVA guides, templates, resources, and posters to help keep you informed and up to date with a wide ...

BVA is a key stakeholder on animal health and welfare, public health, and other veterinary matters. We work with our members and specialist divisions to respond to consultations from government ...

Responsibility for health and safety on farms is the landowner’s, but there are steps that vets can take to protect themselves in the event of protester activity. This short guide covers planning ...

Thanks to everyone who participated in the BVA Congress session, in association with MSD Animal Health, on Friday 18 November at London Vet Show 2022. Discussions centred around how to effectively ...