A GLOBAL animal health specialist has unveiled the Veterinary Green Theatre Checklist which is designed to promote sustainability. The initiative, from Dechra, has been adapted from the Intercollegiate Green Theatre Checklist in human medicine and was unveiled at the recent World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Paris.

A CHARITY which trains dogs to save lives perform by detecting human disease is celebrating the arrival of a very special new litter. Medical Detection Dogs has welcomed four golden retriever labrador cross puppies and is now urgently seeking volunteers to help socialise the future lifesavers. With the right care and training, the dogs could one day help detect serious illnesses such as bowel cancer and Parkinson’s faster and less invasively than other methods.

SPONSORED CONTENT The innovative EVA 23B vacuum autoclave from Eschmann is a must for every veterinary practice. Designed for ease of use, dependability and longevity, it offers both ‘B’ and ‘N’ type cycles with a pre-heat setting that minimises cycle times for optimal workflow efficiency. It is also available with the comprehensive Care & Cover package, helping to optimise efficiency and longevity. It’s also the top choice of autoclave for veterinary practices nationwide. Bu

FIRST opinion companion animal practices run by CVS are improving the use of a wide range of veterinary diagnostic equipment as part of a new clinical improvement project. CVS has invested £122 million in its sites, facilities, equipment and technology since the start of 2023.

RESEARCHERS at The Pirbright Institute have shown that a needle-free solid dose vaccine can protect pigs against porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV) - marking the first time the technology has been proven to work in any species. PRRSV is one of the most economically damaging diseases in pig farming worldwide, with losses estimated to exceed $664 million annually in the USA alone. Current vaccines are not always fully protective.

CEVA Animal Health has joined forces with a cat welfare charity to release a second season of free online training videos.   The company, which will once again team up with International Cat Care (iCatCare), is putting out the videos as part of its FELIWAY Cat Handling Programme. Designed to educate vet professionals about gentle cat handling to reduce fear and stress and enhance feline welfare, season two follows on from the success of the first series.

THE Pet Vet has raised £16,000 in aid of a charity which trains assistance dogs for people affected by a wide range of conditions including MS, Cerebral Palsy and fibromyalgia. As well as disability assistance dogs, Support Dogs also trains autism assistance dogs and epilepsy seizure alert dogs. A total of £8,000 has been raised by The Pet Vet over six months, through in-surgery initiatives and colleague’s individual fundraising activities nationwide. It then matched the amou

ENDELL Equine Hospital has launched a new service which offers a comprehensive and specialist-led approach to the diagnosis, treatment and management of complex equine medical conditions. The Equine Internal Medicine Service is spearheaded by Dr Sonia Gonzalez-Medina, a board-certified American specialist in large animal internal medicine, whose extensive international experience and clinical knowledge bring an added level of excellence to the hospital.

KIN Vet Community has announced a new addition to its network of practices across the south and east of England. The Elizabeth Smith Veterinary Practice at Upper Caldecote, near Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, will join the ranks of the vet-led collective, representing its first presence in the county.

THE VITAL role played by veterinary receptionists and the issues they face when navigating discussions about end-of-life care for pets is being highlighted. The British Veterinary Receptionist Association (BVRA) is meeting in Solihull on September 26, just days before Veterinary Receptionist Appreciation Day on October 1. During the event, Dignipets will be operating a stand with a focus on the pressures faced by receptionists when supporting clients, especially around sensit

PET owners are being invited to honour their lost companions and unite for National Pet Memorial Day. The event, organised by The...

A VETERINARY group has raised more than £85,000 for the Hearing Dogs for Deaf People charity. CVS partnered with the assistance dogs...

One of the world’s leading veterinary imaging pioneers will present the latest advancements to its cutting-edge motion correction...

PIONEERING veterinary diagnostics company MI:RNA has recruited leading industry experts to support the advancement of its diagnostic technology.  They will serve on the firm’s first clinical advisory board (CAB) and will share their expertise while playing a vital role in the company’s development. This will include the launch of the company’s first early diagnosis product for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), one of the most common heart diseases in cats. 

Cats with dementia have brain changes similar to those of people with Alzheimer’s disease, offering a valuable model for studying the condition in humans, a study says. Scientists discovered a build-up of the toxic protein amyloid-beta in the brains of cats with the condition - one of the defining features of Alzheimer’s disease.

HARRISON Family Vets has become the official shirt sponsor of Stoke City Football Club’s famous club mascots - a pair of hippos...

A SUCCESSFUL trial by The Pet Vet of its ‘first opinion plus’ service has led to its rollout across the company’s 12 surgeries. The move...

HT Vista - creators of a pioneering non-invasive, AI-powered cancer detection scanner for lumps and bumps in dogs - has launched a new...

A NEW award has been launched by CVS Group to boost understanding of the supply of veterinary medicines. The accredited VetSkill Level 4...

CEVA Animal Health, the world’s fifth-largest animal health company, has unveiled its new global headquarters in Libourne, France. The...