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New research shows strip grazing can help restrict weight gain

New research shows strip grazing can help restrict weight gain

These challenging times are affecting every aspect of our lives, including, for many of us, how we manage our horses….

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New JSAP study shows ionised hypercalcaemia is unaccompanied by total hypercalcaemia in about one third of dogs

New JSAP study shows ionised hypercalcaemia is unaccompanied by total hypercalcaemia in about one third of dogs

A new study, published in the latest issue of the Journal of Small Animal Practice (JSAP), found that relying on…

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Call for Applications for 2020 VMG Research Grants

Call for Applications for 2020 VMG Research Grants

Applications for the 2020  Veterinary Management Group (VMG) Research Grants are now open. Practice staff, managers, clinicians and researchers are invited…

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University of South Australia research reveals dogs, cats and lizards are a vital lifeline for the elderly.

University of South Australia research reveals dogs, cats and lizards are a vital lifeline for the elderly.

South Australian researchers are finding pets can help prevent suicide among people over 60 years with the presence of a…

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New JSAP study shows that ureter injuries during neutering can be successfully treated if non-specific clinical signs are correctly recognised

New JSAP study shows that ureter injuries during neutering can be successfully treated if non-specific clinical signs are correctly recognised

Ovariohysterectomy is a common procedure for cats and dogs but ureter injury is a potential complication. A new study, published…

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57% of horse owners keep bute in first aid box, new survey shows

57% of horse owners keep bute in first aid box, new survey shows

A recent survey by Vita Animal Health has found that most horse owners have a first aid box, with the…

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Propose partnership to your boss, not your true love this leap year, says XLVets

Propose partnership to your boss, not your true love this leap year, says XLVets

XLVets is encouraging female vets to consider using the 29th Feb to make a partnership proposal to their boss, rather…

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New JSAP study highlights cleaning shortfalls in practice

New JSAP study highlights cleaning shortfalls in practice

A new study, published in the latest issue of the Journal of Small Animal Practice (JSAP), found that key surfaces…

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Plowright Prize offers £75,000 to individual working in infectious disease

Plowright Prize offers £75,000 to individual working in infectious disease

A new award recognising individuals who have made significant contributions to the eradication of infectious diseases has been launched by…

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Cat neutering could be the answer to tackling animal hoarding, says a new study

Cat neutering could be the answer to tackling animal hoarding, says a new study

Cat hoarding can be prevented with the right care and population control, according to experts from the University of Nottingham…

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New dog, old tricks? Stray dogs can understand human cues

New dog, old tricks? Stray dogs can understand human cues

A new study shows that untrained stray dogs respond to gestures from people, suggesting that understanding between humans and dogs…

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New JSAP study identifies early-age neutering as a major risk factor for early-onset urinary incontinence in UK bitches

New JSAP study identifies early-age neutering as a major risk factor for early-onset urinary incontinence in UK bitches

A recent study, published in the latest issue of the Journal of Small Animal Practice (JSAP), has identified neutering itself…

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