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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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Equine News
Zoo welfare overhaul 'doesn't go far enough', says RSPCA
Zoo welfare overhaul 'doesn't go far enough', says RSPCA

Charity welcomes new rules, but expressed concern for some animals.
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Zoo's sun bear in remission from cancer
Zoo's sun bear in remission from cancer

Babu received a terminal diagnosis of lymphoma last year.
Chaffinch numbers continue to decline, bird survey finds
Chaffinch numbers continue to decline, bird survey finds

 Turtle doves, willow tits and yellowhammers have also declined.
Bear family rescued from residential home
Bear family rescued from residential home

 Aram, Nairi and their daughter, Lola, endured years of unimaginable suffering.
Rare male fossa moves to Chester Zoo
Rare male fossa moves to Chester Zoo

 Zaza has been matched with Shala as part of a conservation scheme.
New project to eradicate mink in Outer Hebrides
New project to eradicate mink in Outer Hebrides

The invasive species threatens local bird populations.
Adder distribution in Scotland reduced, study finds
Adder distribution in Scotland reduced, study finds

The findings have raised concern about adder conservation.
Gardeners urged to share sightings of blackbirds
Gardeners urged to share sightings of blackbirds

 The popular songbird is in rapid decline.
Colourful birds thrive in cities, study finds
Colourful birds thrive in cities, study finds

Urbanisation has caused a decline in biodiversity.
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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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