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Deadline for Find a Vet update extended
Confirm details by January 31 to remain on database

The deadline for veterinary practices to update their details with the RCVS for the online tool Find a Vet has been extended following feedback from the profession.

An online veterinary practice database, Find a Vet allows users to search for veterinary practices by name, location, postcode or RCVS accreditation. It also finds veterinary nurse training practices and those offering work experience placements to undergraduates.

Initially, the deadline for practices to confirm or update their details with the RCVS was December 13, however remarks from some respondents have prompted the college to extend this deadline to the end of January 2014.

Nicola South, customer experience manager for the college, said: "There has been an excellent response so far with approximately 3,000 of the around 5,000 practice premises on Find a Vet having confirmed their details, so thank you to all those who have contacted us.
 
"However, following comments from many of those who have responded, we have decided to extend the deadline to allow as many practices as possible to remain on Find a Vet, as it is an excellent resource for both members of the public and the profession alike."

Forms for updating Find a Vet details were posted to practices. In order to stay on Find a Vet, practices must return this form by Friday, January 31, 2014.

To request a new form or further information, contact the registration department on 0207 202 0767 or via email

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Greyhound Board announces change to vaccination guidance

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 The Greyhound Board of Great Britain has published new vaccination guidance, with all greyhounds registered from 1 January, 2027 required to have the L4 leptospirosis vaccination, rather than L2.

The change comes in response to the reduced availability of the 'L2' Leptospirosis vaccine across the UK, and aims to support best biosecurity practice across the racing greyhound population.

GBGB veterinary director Simon Gower, said "While rare, Leptospirosis is a serious infectious disease that can affect both dogs and humans, so it is vital that we offer our greyhounds the broadest possible protection.  

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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.