Rural Life
Veterinary bodies continue call for repeal of breed-specific legislation on Dangerous Dogs Act
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) and the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) are continuing their call for a repeal...
BVA
Agri Politics
Vets question animal welfare safeguards in light of Australia trade deal
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has questioned how the government will protect the UK’s high animal health and welfare standards,...
Agri Politics
BVA welcomes new laws to crackdown on puppy smuggling
New legislation to crackdown on illegal puppy smuggling and to pave the way for a ban on the import of...
Agri-Business
Romain Pizzi elected as new president for BVA Scottish branch
Wildlife vet and recognised specialist, Romain Pizzi, has been elected as president for the British Veterinary Association (BVA) Scottish branch,...
Agri Politics
'This is a huge victory for animal welfare' - BVA
Campaigners are celebrating today after the government committed to taking action to curb the growing number of dogs with cropped...
Environment
BVA join vets across the globe to support action on climate change
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has joined 21 veterinary associations across the globe in endorsing the World Veterinary Association’s (WVA)...
Rural Life
BVA warns the public of the impact litter has on animal health
As many people make plans to reunite with friends and family at outdoor events, vets are reminding the public to...
Agri Politics
Vets in Scotland launch 12 pledges ahead of parliament election
A group of leading Scottish vets is calling on all candidates in the upcoming parliamentary elections to sign up to...
Rural Life
BVA warns pet owners to keep chocolate out of reach of pets this Easter
Pet owners should keep sweet treats away from furry companions over the Easter weekend, to avoid chocolate poisoning, and an...
Rural Life
Award-winning wildlife photojournalist to join judges for annual BVA competition
Internationally acclaimed wildlife photojournalist Aaron Gekoski has been named fifth judge as part of a panel, for the 2021 British...
Agri-Business
BVA welcomes new strategy on #VetDiversity
Diversity and inclusion must be embraced by the veterinary professions, said the British Veterinary Association (BVA) as it welcomed the...
N.Ireland
Little elected as new president of NIVA and BVA NI branch
The Northern Ireland branch of the British Veterinary Association (BVA) and the North of Ireland Veterinary Association (NIVA) have jointly...
Agri Politics
BVA calls for government to improve the welfare of animals at slaughter
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed the review of the ‘Welfare of Animals at the Time of Killing [England]...
Beef
BVA welcomes new bovine TB plans but sounds note of caution over scientific evidence
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has welcomed the government’s latest plans to eradicate bovine tuberculosis (bTB) in England by 2038,...
Agri Politics
Voting for 4 new BVA regional representatives opens today
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has opened voting today (Monday, January 18), for four new regional representatives to be the...
Rural Life
BVA issues pet safety warning after temperatures plunge
With freezing temperatures and icy conditions forecast in many parts of the country, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) is advising...
Agri-Business
BVA calls for animal owners to respect vets during lockdown period
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has renewed its call for animal owners to respect their veterinary teams as practices adjust...
Rural Life
BVA issues warning to pet owners about potential poisoning hazards
Vets are advising pet owners to be extra careful in keeping chocolate, mince pies, puddings and festive decorations well out...
