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Petsavers – Pancreatic islet microenvironment – an unexplored therapeutic target

14 January 2022

Valeria Bergomi investigated the islet microenvironment in canine and feline diabetes mellitus as a BSAVA PetSavers-funded Master’s Degree by Research at the University of Cambridge under the supervision of Kate Hughes, and with support from Lucy Davison. Read on to find out what their research revealed.

RCVS reintroduces remote prescribing temporary measures

22 December 2021

In light of additional pressures on practices caused by high levels of Covid-19 infection, stricter rules on isolation and the threat of the Omicron variant, the Standards Committee of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons decided to reintroduce the temporary dispensation allowing remote prescribing with immediate effect.

Study investigates safety of early postoperative hydrotherapy for dogs following thoracolumbar hemilaminectomy

15 December 2021

A study published in the latest issue of the Journal of Small Animal Practice (JSAP) found that early hydrotherapy may be associated with an increased risk of postoperative complications following surgical treatment for thoracolumbar intervertebral disc extrusion (IVDE).

Feeder Rodent Product Recall

13 December 2021

Salmonella has been found in supplies of some frozen feeder rodents (mice) used as food for animals therefore, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a product recall (9th December 2021).

Avian Influenza Update

9 December 2021

The UK is now experiencing the largest ever UK outbreak of avian influenza with 40 confirmed cases (prior to this the largest number of cases was 26 cases in 2020/2021 and 13 cases in 2016/2017).

BSAVA publishes new sustainability collection

6 December 2021

The BSAVA has added a new sustainability collection to the BSAVA Library, which brings together a selection of BSAVA resources to help highlight and inspire veterinary professionals as to why sustainability really matters and how they can make a difference.

Cat microchipping to be made mandatory

6 December 2021

Under the new plans, all keepers must ensure their pet is microchipped before they reach the age of 20 weeks and their contact details stored and kept up to date in a pet microchipping database. Owners found not to have microchipped their cat will have 21 days to have one implanted, or may face a fine of up to £500.

PetSavers – Understanding the stability of thyroxine in feline blood samples

3 December 2021

Tim Williams and Nick Bexfield received BSAVA PetSavers funding for the student research project (SRP) entitled 'A study to determine the effects of time and storage conditions on the stability of total serum thyroxine in feline blood'. Student Rory Scrace describes the project and its findings.

PetSavers – Launch of brand new BSAVA PetSavers Research Fellowship to support early-career veterinary researchers

2 December 2021

BSAVA PetSavers have launched a new Research Fellowship which will provide a grant of up to £35,000 for work in companion animal clinical research to be spent over a maximum of two years.

New Avian Influenza guidance issued for vets dealing with wild birds and backyard poultry

2 December 2021

New guidance is being issued today (2 December) for veterinary professionals who see wild birds and backyard poultry in practice, against the backdrop of several outbreaks of Avian Influenza across the UK in recent weeks.

BSAVA PetSavers announce new Research Fellowship

1 December 2021

BSAVA PetSavers have today launched a new Research Fellowship which will provide a grant of up to £35,000 for work in companion animal research to be spent over a maximum of two years.

BSAVA PetSavers Old Age Pets project calls on Veterinary Professionals to take part in survey

25 November 2021

BSAVA PetSavers Old Age Pets project is looking for Veterinary Surgeons, Vet Nurses and Vet Physiotherapists who currently conduct, or have recently conducted, consultations on senior dog preventative healthcare treatment, to take part in a survey to help shape the development of a guidance tool to support the care of senior dogs.

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