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Science Digest: What influences dog owners’ decisions to seek veterinary care?
...of information on dog health by owners were their own knowledge (74%), their local veterinary practice (61%), and internet searches (49%). Owners who used the internet to search for information... -
BSAVA PetSavers awards funding for master’s degree by research
...these species.” The next grant call for the master’s degree by research opens on 1st August 2026. To find out more about the research that BSAVA PetSavers funds, visit the... -
BVA and BSAVA update neutering guidance for dogs and cats
...lifestyle when making decisions for or against the procedure. The advice follows the publication of an updated policy position, which draws together insights from current research on neutering to consider... -
BSAVA announce award winners for 2026
...reasoning across multiple disciplines in referral small animal practice. BSAVA PetSavers Annual Research Award – Sze Lynn Yuen MA VetMB MRCVS Presented for the most valuable peer-reviewed research paper published... -
Study highlights high early mortality but potential for treatment to increase short-term survival for Pugs with protein-losing enteropathy
Pugs with protein-losing enteropathy have high early mortality, but potential for treatment to improve short-term survival, according to new research published in the Journal of Small Animal Practice. While previous... -
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Projects funded in 2025
...abnormality and primary glaucoma Clinical Research Project Grant: £20,000 Institution: University of Cambridge Lead researcher: Katherine Stanbury Aim: To identify genetic variants strongly associated with glaucoma and/or PLA which will... -
Flow cytometric analysis of Ki-67 expression in canine cutaneous mast cell tumours and its prognostic value
...of Ki-67 index. This clinical challenge motivated our project: to explore whether flow cytometry on fine needle aspirates could be used to assess key prognostic biomarkers, particularly Ki-67 expression, in... -
Science Digest: What factors predispose cats to squamous cell carcinoma?
...however, comparative research between these sites has been limited.1 Determining which cats are more susceptible to SCCs at particular anatomical sites would allow more targeted clinical vigilance and inform diagnostic... -
Risk of Cranial Cruciate Ligament Disease is highest in dogs that undergo early gonadectomy, study shows
Gonadectomy before 2.9 years of age in female dogs and 2.2 years in males is associated with a substantially increased risk of Cranial Cruciate Ligament Disease, according to new research... -
Enhanced cleaning protocols and staff training cut contamination in veterinary practices by over 70%, study shows
Veterinary practices can greatly reduce contamination levels through a combination of optimised cleaning protocols, staff training, and routine hygiene monitoring, according to new research published in the Journal of Small... -
Science Digest: How have referral soft tissue surgical procedures in UK cats and dogs changed over a ten-year period?
A better understanding and prediction of future surgical requirements and clinical needs are essential for effective strategic planning for the veterinary profession and practices. New research has assessed changes in... -
Defra survey: The Use and Abuse of Animals by Perpetrators of Domestic Abuse
...and practice to reduce harm to both people and pets. The research project will support the Government’s ambition to halve violence against women and girls within a decade. The research... -
Early bird tickets now available for Vets Cymru 2026
...from Aberystwyth University Research, Richard Pizzey from the Welsh Government, as well as Joe Angell and Shaun McKane, among others. Delegates can also network with industry representatives in the small... -
Focussing on feline brain health
...clinical context. PetSavers’ Dr Sarah Williams closed the session emphasizing the importance of funding veterinary research. She described several successful research projects supported by the charity, including Alzheimer’s Disease-like changes... -
Response to CMA client research
...response to the CMA’s consumer research report is available here. Further information regarding the context for this research, the research summary and Report are available as follows: Research background and... -
A look back on 2025 – Julian Hoad, BSAVA President
...will continue this proactive engagement as the CMA’s work progresses into next year. On the scientific front, we were delighted to host our Clinical Research Abstract (CRAs) award winners for... -
CMA publishes client research
...plan calculator. The context for this research, the research summary and Report are available as follows: Research background and summary (PDF, 163KB) (16.12.25) Consumer research final report (PDF, 1.6MB) (16.12.25)... -
Submissions open for the BSAVA Clinical Research Abstracts 2026
Submissions have opened today (15th December) for the BSAVA’s Clinical Research Abstracts, taking place at BVA Live 2026 in Birmingham. Providing an opportunity to present new research to the veterinary... -
What was popular in JSAP this year? – 2025 Round Up
...the need for further research, especially on at-risk groups and sick cats, before advocating biotic supplementation. Prognostic factors and long-term outcome in dogs diagnosed with primary and secondary immune thrombocytopenia...