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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

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Small Animal News
Chimpanzees drum distinct rhythms, study finds

Human musicality may have come from our ancestry.
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Entries open for RSPCA Young Photographer Awards

Nominations close on 13 August 2025.
Study sheds light on 'mean girl' lemurs

Findings may help researchers understand aggression in humans.
Animals enjoy Easter treats at London Zoo

 Lions, meerkats and lemurs tuck into their favourite snacks.
Voting opens for RSPCA photo competition

 Children and young people have been snapping pics of pets and wildlife.
Comedy Wildlife Awards open for entries

The competition is open to novices, amateurs and professionals.
Peeing contagious for chimpanzees, study finds

When one chimp urinates, others are likely to follow.
Christmas comes early at London Zoo

 Squirrel monkeys and lion cubs tuck into festive treats.
Bury St Edmunds voted UK's most dog-friendly town

 The town has been recognised in the DogFriendly Awards.
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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.
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