Agri-Business
BVA to host virtual day of learning for vets
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) and Scottish SPCA are joining forces to offer vets a day of virtual and interactive...
BVA
Rural Life
Vets warn pet owners to keep them away from kebab skewers and corn cobs
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is advising anyone having a barbecue this bank holiday weekend to keep kebab skewers and...
N.Ireland
Vets overlooked in Northern Ireland’s future farming policy, says BVA
Northern Ireland's Future Agricultural Policy Framework Portfolio misses an opportunity to capitalise on the expertise of local vets, the British...
Agri-Business
Vet practices managing triple whammy of Brexit, Covid and pet boom
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is asking people to think long and hard before taking on a new pet as...
Agri Politics
BVA welcomes new standards for animal welfare transport
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed the government’s new measures to improve welfare conditions of farm animals during transit....
Rural Life
Pet owners urged to consult vets well in advance before bringing pets abroad
Pet owners wishing to take their dogs, cats or ferrets abroad with them this year should consult a vet well...
N.Ireland
UK vets report steep increase in intimidation levels during Covid-19
Vets across the UK experienced an alarming increase in levels of intimidation from animal owners over the past year, according...
Agri-Business
BVA calls for action to be taken on illegal canine fertility clinics
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has called for urgent enforcement action to clamp down on illegal activities in canine fertility...
Agri Politics
Annual vet visits will be a 'crucial first step' in improving animal welfare - BVA
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has responded positively to the government’s update to the Agricultural Transition Plan with regards to...
Rural Life
Veterinary bodies continue call for repeal of breed-specific legislation on Dangerous Dogs Act
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) and the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) are continuing their call for a repeal...
Agri Politics
Vets question animal welfare safeguards in light of Australia trade deal
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has questioned how the government will protect the UK’s high animal health and welfare standards,...
Agri Politics
BVA welcomes new laws to crackdown on puppy smuggling
New legislation to crackdown on illegal puppy smuggling and to pave the way for a ban on the import of...
Agri-Business
Romain Pizzi elected as new president for BVA Scottish branch
Wildlife vet and recognised specialist, Romain Pizzi, has been elected as president for the British Veterinary Association (BVA) Scottish branch,...
Agri Politics
'This is a huge victory for animal welfare' - BVA
Campaigners are celebrating today after the government committed to taking action to curb the growing number of dogs with cropped...
Environment
BVA join vets across the globe to support action on climate change
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has joined 21 veterinary associations across the globe in endorsing the World Veterinary Association’s (WVA)...
Rural Life
BVA warns the public of the impact litter has on animal health
As many people make plans to reunite with friends and family at outdoor events, vets are reminding the public to...
Agri Politics
Vets in Scotland launch 12 pledges ahead of parliament election
A group of leading Scottish vets is calling on all candidates in the upcoming parliamentary elections to sign up to...
Rural Life
BVA warns pet owners to keep chocolate out of reach of pets this Easter
Pet owners should keep sweet treats away from furry companions over the Easter weekend, to avoid chocolate poisoning, and an...
