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Vet Sustain developing carbon calculator for practices
It is hoped the calculator will be accessible via the Vet Sustain website by 2022.

Calculator uses date entry from a practice's utility records.

The first-ever carbon calculator for veterinary practices could be launched as soon as Spring 2022, the BVA has announced.

The calculator is being developed by social enterprise Vet Sustain in collaboration with the BVNA, BVA, BSAVA and SPVS to provide veterinary practice teams with the ability to work out their carbon emissions. 

It comes amid mounting concerns over the environment and pressing government and corporate targets for reducing carbon emissions. 

“BVA is committed to supporting the veterinary profession to be more sustainable and is proud to be supporting this new resource," commented Justine Shotton, president of the BVA. "The carbon calculator will help veterinary teams to assess their carbon footprint and enable them to identify the ways in which they can practically reduce their impact on the environment."

First developed by Investors in the Environment, the calculator wil use data entry from a practice's utility records. It is hoped that the tool will be accessible via the Vet Sustain website by Spring 2022. 

"This tool will add to the suite of currently available tools such as the Greener Veterinary Practice Checklist and the Investors in the Environment accreditation scheme, which can help veterinary workplaces to operate more sustainably," commented BVA presidnet, Justine Shotton.

"We strongly encourage members of the profession to engage with these tools and look forward to the new carbon calculator.”

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Survey launched to investigate EHV

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 Zoetis has launched a new survey to identify management techniques for Equine Herpes Virus (EHV).

EHV is a contagious, airborne virus that can cause respiratory problems and severe diseases in horses and ponies. It spreads among horses over short distances, direct contact and through shared equipment.

The survey will explore current knowledge and management practices with EHV in the UK. It is quick to complete and participants could win one of 10 equine first aid kits.

Complete the survey here

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The Dog and Cat Welfare During Transport factsheet provides step-by-step guidance for all stages of a journey, from pre-travel checklists to post-travel care.

Brachycephalic breeds or animals prone to travel-related anxiety are given special focus in this guide, which also provides links to IATA container regulation and WSAVA vaccination guidelines.