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28th July 2017

Scottish government announces plan to save Britain's pollinators

A ten-year plan to halt the decline of bee and butterfly populations has been announced by the Scottish government.

The Pollinator Strategy calls for: the restoration and creation of flower rich habitats; greater use of green urban infrastructures, such as rooftop gardens; the development and use of pollinator-friendly pest control, and new research into the impact of climate change on bee and butterfly numbers.

The development has been led by Scottish Natural Heritage together with a range of environmental and land management organisations.

27th July 2017

RCVS extends and expands Ethics Review Panel trial

The RCVS Ethics Review Panel has been extended a further year with an expanded remit to cover a wider range of applications.

The panel was established last year on a trial basis as a way to offer an ethical review process for practice-based research projects.

Due to popular demand, the panel will shortly be considering applications for equine and farm-based research and will be recruiting new panel members to cover these areas.

24th July 2017

Equine Infectious Anaemia confirmed in Spain and Macedonia

The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) has confirmed Equine Infectious Anaemia in Spain and Macedonia.

The disease has been confirmed in two animals in Spain. In Macedonia, there have been three clinical cases, with one dying and five others destroyed among a total of 10.

According to the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA), there are no details confirming the breed/type/use of animals and whether there are clear links to other recent cases in other European countries.

BEVA will update its members when further information becomes available.

12th July 2017

Classroom pets on the decline

New research has found there are fewer pets in UK classrooms than in previous generations - despite 88 per cent of parents believing it significantly helps a child's social skills and development.

More than half of the parents surveyed by Pets at Home (51 per cent) had a class pet as a child, compared to 46 per cent of children today.

The survey also found that non-traditional animals such as chickens, tadpoles, caterpillars and stick insects are becoming increasingly popular alternatives as classroom pets.

10th July 2017

AWF seeks trustees to join its board

The Animal Welfare Foundation (AWF) are seeking trustees to help drive the charity's mission to improve the welfare of animals through veterinary science, education and debate.

AWF trustees are responsible for facilitating the achievement of the charity's mission, providing strategic direction and safeguarding AWF's brand and reputation.

Trustees are expected to attend at least two meetings a year, during their three-year term, as well as the AWF's annual discussion forum in Westminster. Visit www.bva-awf.org.uk/trustee-vacancy for more information and how to apply.

5th July 2017

App to engage new audiences with wildlife

A free app that enables sightings of Britain's mammals to be recorded on the move has been launched by wildlife charity, People's Trust for Endangered Species (PTES).

The new app has been launched as part of PTES Mammals on the Road Survey, which encourages members of the public to record sightings of Britain's mammals - dead or alive - during car journeys of 20 miles or more.

The charity hopes the app will engage new audiences with wildlife conservation, in addition to the many volunteers who take part each year by logging sightings online or via a survey pack.

3rd July 2017

Sea Life Centre hails birth of rare gentoo penguin

A rare gentoo penguin has been born at the National Sea Life Centre, Birmingham, following a global breeding programme aimed at increasing the declining population.

The chick, which has yet to be named, is being cared for by its parents, who are from opposite ends of the planet. Dad, Pablo, is a four-year-old gentoo from New Zealand while Mum, Arabel, is six and comes all the way from Canada.

Penguin experts at the centre say that the baby is doing well and will continue to eat mum's regurgitated food until it's old enough to begin learning how to swim and feed.

27th June 2017

Working animals abroad to benefit from charity tea party

Dog owners are being urged to put their baking skills to good use to raise funds for sick and injured animals working abroad.

The SPANA World Tea Party takes place on Saturday 8 July. As well as the exclusive dog-friendly 'Pupcakes', SPANA's fundraising pack also includes recipe ideas and tips for humans to host their own traditional British afternoon tea party.

Money raised from the event will provide free veterinary treatment to working animals in developing countries.

23rd June 2017

Thousands take part in annual bee count

Over 280,000 bees have been recorded so far in this year's Great British Bee Count, with more than 15,000 people taking part. One nature lover in Surrey even spotted and photographed a rare long-horned bee, which is a UK priority species for conservation. Verified sightings will be shared with academic researchers and ecologists.

To take part, download the app from: https://www.foe.co.uk/bee-count

Photo Chris Brown

19th June 2017

Koala joey begins to emerge

Edinburgh Zoo's koala joey began to emerge from its pouch just in time for Father's Day, keepers have said. Now around five months old, the joey is almost too big for its mother's pouch and a hand or nose can often be seen poking out. Koalas stay in the pouch for the first six or seven months of life, then when they can no longer fit, the mother will carry them on her back for the next few months until they become independent. As this is a critical stage for the joey, Edinburgh Zoo is asking visitors to be extra quiet around Koala Territory.

Image: Goonaroo, father of new koala joey at Edinburgh Zoo. Credit: Katie Paton, RZSS

14th June 2017

Voting now open for BVNA Council

BVNA members have an opportunity to vote in six new council members for 2017/2018. Eight RVNs are standing for election this year: Veronica Brandel, Emily Cooper-Doig, Jo Hinde, Gareth McCormack, Josephine Oakden, Gemma Reeve, Tom Reilly and Jade Simmons. Simon Johnson is standing as student council member nominee.

Only six of the candidates will be elected to council following an online vote by RVN and student members. The successful candidates will be ratified at the council's AGM in Telford on 8 October.

Voting is open until 16 July. View the candidates' manifestos and vote: www.bvna.org.uk

13th June 2017

Five dogs stolen in the UK every day, research finds

New research by Direct Line Pet Insurance has revealed that five dogs are reported or stolen every day in the UK.

The analysis of thefts reported to UK police forces found there were 1,774 dogs stolen in 2016 - an increase of 19 per cent compared to 2014, when 1,491 thefts were reported.

The study also found that over the last three years, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier has been the most stolen breed of dog, with 634 thefts reported to police forces across the country between 2014 and 2016.

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