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Rise in demand for sheep fly strike products
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Recent hot weather may lead to increased demand for sheep fly strike products.
VMD issues advice to vets in light of potential supply problems

In light of the recent spell of hot weather in the UK, the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) says there may be an increased demand for UK-authorised sheep fly strike products.

The directorate says it has contacted marketing authorisation holders to confirm the availability of relevant veterinary medicines for the treatment and prevention of fly strike.

While the supply of certain veterinary medicines may be intermittent over the coming months, the VMD says alternative products are available.

Veterinary surgeons are advised to contact the relevant marketing authorisation for more information about obtaining products.

To deal with supply problems, under the prescribing cascade vets are able to use veterinary medicines authorised in the UK for another species or different condition in the same species.

Or, if this is not possible, the vet may use a UK-authorised human product without prior notification to the VMD.

In the absence of a suitable human product authorised in the UK, veterinary surgeons may apply to import an EU-authorised veterinary medicines, or if this is not possible, a veterinary medicine authorised outside of the UK may be used, once an import certificate has been obtained.

Veterinary surgeons may also prescribe a "special" - a medicine prepared extemporaneously.

The VMD states that these options should only be explored when attempts to obtain and use UK-authorised products have failed.

Should veterinary surgeons become aware of any alternative EU-authorised products, import certificate applications can be submitted to the VMD online: http://www.vmd.defra.gov.uk/sis/default.aspx/

Guidance on the use of the cascade can be found on the VMD website: http://www.vmd.defra.gov.uk/pdf/vmgn/VMGNote13.pdf

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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.