Your data on MRCVSonline
The nature of the services provided by Vision Media means that we might obtain certain information about you.
Please read our Data Protection and Privacy Policy for details.

In addition, (with your consent) some parts of our website may store a 'cookie' in your browser for the purposes of
functionality or performance monitoring.
Click here to manage your settings.
Search Our Jobs
Reviewed
Entries open for RSPCA Young Photographer Awards

Nominations close on 13 August 2025.
Click here for more quirkiness
News Story 1
Chatter box RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. Chatter box

Click here for more...
One Health News
Study highlights risks of evolving swine flu viruses
Study highlights risks of evolving swine flu viruses

The findings raise the critical need for pandemic preparedness.
click here for more...
RUMA Agriculture launches vaccine availability survey
RUMA Agriculture launches vaccine availability survey

It warns vaccine shortages could increase antibiotic use.
Treaty recognises animal health in pandemic plans
Treaty recognises animal health in pandemic plans

The Pandemic Agreement includes a One Health approach.
RUMA CA&E releases Antibiotic Amnesty 2024 results
RUMA CA&E releases Antibiotic Amnesty 2024 results

The results were shared at this year's BSAVA Congress.
Obesity gene found in Labradors and humans
Obesity gene found in Labradors and humans

The gene could support obesity research across species.
Pathologists call for more training for vet professionals
Pathologists call for more training for vet professionals

Enhanced surveillance training could help tackle antimicrobial resistance.
BEVA launches antimicrobial monitoring campaign
BEVA launches antimicrobial monitoring campaign

MonitorME will collect data from equine practices across the UK.
Avian Influenza Prevention Zone in place across England
Avian Influenza Prevention Zone in place across England

All bird keepers must conduct enhanced biosecurity.
Avian Influenza Prevention Zone announced for Northern Ireland
Avian Influenza Prevention Zone announced for Northern Ireland

It follows the first notifiable cases in the country since 2023.
Twitter

News Shorts
UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.
Return to