Veterinary Industry News

Zoetis UK Ltd. announced that the UK’s Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has approved Portela®(relfovetmab injection) for the allevi...

Zoetis Receives Approval for Portela® (relfovetmab injection) in Great Britain

Zoetis

CVS Equine has launched its first-ever Medicines Amnesty, encouraging horse owners across the UK to return unused, part-used and expired vet...

CVS Equine launches first nationwide Medicines Amnesty to support responsible medicine disposal

CVS UK Ltd

Almost one-third of dogs diagnosed with primary portal vein hypoplasia develop urolithiasis, a new study has found, highlighting the importa...

New study highlights risk of urolithiasis in dogs with primary portal vein hypoplasia

BSAVA

By supporting clients through ADOPT-funded on-farm trials, veterinary practices can help answer important farm-level questions, test new app...

Paid to test, learn and advise: Why veterinary practices should explore ADOPT funding

DEFRA

Animal Trust Vets Invests £400,000 in New CT Scanners to Expand Referral Imaging Capacity at Ellesmere Port and Bolton HospitalsAnimal Trus...

New £400k CT investment expands referral imaging access in North West

Animal Trust

Battersea’s latest survey of 50 Local Authorities across the UK found almost nine in ten (87%) stray dogs were unable to be reunited with ...

Microchipping among stray dogs at a 10 year low, Battersea warns

Battersea

Millions of UK pet owners could be feeding their dog or cat a diet that no longer meets their nutritional needs, without realising it, accor...

Britain's pet nutrition blind spot: 1 in 4 haven't checked if their pet's food meets their needs

Pets at Home

Eleven new studies involving the SPILLERSTM brand highlight practical advances in feeding and managing horses to reduce laminitis risk ...

SPILLERS brand showcases pioneering equine nutrition research at European conference

Spillers

A first of its kind forum that brought together veterinary professionals, sustainability leaders and industry partners to explore the close ...

Collaboration is at the heart of sustainable veterinary practice

XLVets

Independent orthopaedic referral practice, Moores Orthopaedic Clinic, has completed the next phase of its development, officially opening a ...

Moores Orthopaedic Clinic expands to support growing demand for specialist orthopaedic care

Companion Consultancy

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VDS launches VetResolve to help practices meet new complaints handling requirements

The Veterinary Defence Society (VDS) is preparing to launch VetResolve, a digital complaints management platform designed specifically ...

Independent and family run veterinary group, Harrison Family Vets has launched a new and market-leading development plan for its care coordi...

Expanding veterinary group says ‘bonjour’ to new career-defining development plan for its care coordinators

Harrison Family Vets

Persistently high levels of cryptosporidiosis in calves¹, increasing antibiotic sales², and concerns over possible resistance³ are reinfo...

High Cryptosporidiosis Burden in Calves Drives 143% Rise in Antibiotic Treatment Use

MSD Animal Health

Favourite feed brand shows its commitment to racing with UK-wide racecourse presence, supporting the long-term sustain...

SPILLERS Brand announces exciting partnership with The Jockey Club

Spillers

Dogs Trust Merseyside is urgently appealing for a loving forever home for Nala, an eight-year-old dog who has now spent an astonishing ...

Nearly Four Years Without a Family, Merseyside Dog is Waiting for Someone to Choose Her

Dogs Trust

Following his inauguration as the 150th President of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and during his opening address, Tim Hutchinson...

Incoming RCVS President sets out how the art of contextualised care is the solution to complex problems facing the professions

RCVS

Advertising may not always be accurate, evidence-based or appropriate for individual animalsThe Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) is en...

VMD advises caution over health claims for tick prevention products promoted on social media

VMD

KRKA UK is inviting entries for its 2026 Veterinary Receptionist Team Hero Awards, celebrating the vital role veterinary receptionists play ...

Entries open for 2026 Veterinary Receptionist Team Hero Awards

Companion Consultancy

The launch of a public consultation on the sale and use of fireworks is being welcomed by a coalition of 19 charities, known as the Firework...

Charities welcome fireworks consultation as concerns continue to increase

Dogs Trust

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has responded to the Welsh Government’s announcement today (20 July) outlining its plans to move ...

Vets in Wales express frustration at last minute changes to animal health scheme transition plan

BVA

While Andy Burnham embarks on a new chapter as Prime Minister, animal welfare enthusiasts are hoping his four-legged companion, Ax...

A Paw-sitive Influence: Dogs Trust Hopes Burnham’s Rescue Dog Axel Inspires a Brighter Future for Dogs

Dogs Trust

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has announced the 2026 recipient of its £15,000 Impact Grant....

RCVS Mind Matters funds research into mental health and trauma support after severe occupational injury

RCVS

A tiny foal who was abandoned without his mother at just two weeks old and required round-the-clock care to survive is now searching for a f...

Orphan foal saved by Norfolk rescue centre is ready for a forever home

World Horse Welfare

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has published new research on the possibility of a future veterinary nurse prescriber role. ...

RCVS publishes new research on a future vet nurse prescriber role

RCVS

The British Veterinary Association has responded to the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) consultation and publication of more d...

BVA responds as CMA opens consultation and publishes detail on order requirements

BVA

The British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Fairless as its new Chief Executive ...

Kevin Fairless appointed as Chief Executive Officer for the BSAVA

BSAVA

CVS’ Pembrokeshire Farm Vets has officially opened a brand-new, purpose-built veterinary practice on the Pembrokeshire County Showground i...

CVS’ Pembrokeshire Farm Vets opens new veterinary practice at Pembrokeshire Showground

CVS UK Ltd

Altano supports Congress accommodation competition and bursaries while VetPartners hosts free networking evening Students and rec...

BEVA introduces bonanza of Congress special offers and competitions for students and new graduates

BEVA

Sheep abortion submissions have increased this year, with diagnostic rates reaching their highest level since 2020, according to data from t...

Sheep Abortion Rates at Highest Level Since 2020 as Vets Urge Vaccination Action

MSD Animal Health

A leading independent farm veterinary practice working across South West England and South Wales has launched a new staff wellbeing initiati...

Tyndale Vets launches new wellness initiative to support its team

XLVets

Independent veterinary group Pennard Vets has joined XLVets as its 71st member, becoming part of the collaborative community of independentl...

Pennard Vets becomes latest member of XLVets

XLVets

A survey conducted by Carus Animal Health at the International Cat Care World Feline Congress 2026 has highlighted concern among veterinary ...

Survey highlights diagnostic challenges in feline gastrointestinal disease

Companion Consultancy

Blaise Vet Specialists in Birmingham brought veterinary care assistants together last month for the hospital’s first CPD stream specifical...

Birmingham Vet Hospital Celebrates First Ever VCA Day

IVC Evidensia UK & IE

Social schedule balances high-energy entertainment with mindful activities, ensuring options for every attendee's preference and pace....

BEVA Unveils Congress Social and Wellbeing Programme

BEVA

Animal health company, Bimeda®, is pleased to announce the launch of BIMACURE, the UK’s first generic intrauterine cefapirin suspension f...

Bimeda® UK Launches New Solution for Treatment of Bovine Endometritis

Companion Consultancy

New research reveals owners instinctively associate love with treats, toys and play, but are far less likely to recognise guidance and prote...

Dog owners misunderstand one of the greatest acts of loving a dog, says Dogs Trust

Dogs Trust

A study funded by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has published its project findings into ment...

RCVS Mind Matters funded study publishes new insights into alcohol use in UK veterinary practice

RCVS

Steve Howard, Chief Veterinary Officer at PDSA, said: "We welcome the publication of the Government's White Paper and the commitment to...

PDSA’s response to the Government White Paper on veterinary regulation

PDSA

CVS’ Severn Edge Veterinary Group is relocating its Bridgnorth veterinary practice to a new, purpose‑built 24‑hour hospital within the...

CVS’ Severn Edge Vets relocates Bridgnorth practice to new purpose built 24 hour hospital

CVS UK Ltd

A young cockapoo from Hampshire is back on her paws after a devastating road traffic accident left her with life‑threatening injuries – ...

Hampshire pup makes miracle recovery after horror road accident

CVS UK Ltd

A THIRD-generation farmer managing a National Trust farm in the Peak District has won the 2026 VetPartners Sustainable Farming Environmental...

Peak District farm wins VetPartners sustainable farming environmental impact award

VetPartners

More than 750 animals helped during pioneering outreach clinics in the eastern Okavango DeltaMore than 750 animals received veterinary care ...

Volunteer vets bring first-ever veterinary outreach to one of Botswana’s most remote regions

VetThing

Petplan, the UK’s leading pet insurer, is bringing viewers back behind the scenes at The Grove Vets in Bristol as Fern Britton: Inside the...

Petplan returns to ITV with second series of Fern Britton: Inside the Vet’s

Petplan

Veterinary Human Factors Live 2026 brought together veterinary professionals from across the UK for a day of connection, collaboration, and ...

Veterinary Human Factors Live 2026 Brings the Profession Together Through Hope, Collaboration and Collective Change

VetLed

With UK properties regularly breaching a dangerous 27°C indoors, a leading veterinary expert is urging pet owners to take immediate action ...

A vet shares 5 easy ways she keeps her home cool and pets safe during a heatwave

VetMedi

Millions of pet owners will benefit from the most significant overhaul of veterinary regulation in six decades, as the government today (Thu...

Cheaper vet fees and new ombudsman in biggest reforms to vet sector in half a century

DEFRA

BSAVA President, Susan Little, on the Government White Paper outlining the Veterinary Surgeons Act Reform"We welcome these proposed reforms ...

The BSAVA welcomes modernisation of veterinary legislation and recognition of veterinary nurses

BSAVA