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Single-dose ear drops receive EU marketing authorisation
Bayer's Neptra ear drops solution for dogs has received marketing authorisation for use in Europe.

Product treats susceptible strains of common pathogens found in canine otitis externa

A new veterinary-administered product that treats canine otitis externa with a single dose is set to hit the UK market early next year.

Bayer Animal Health’s Neptra ear drops solution for dogs has received marketing authorisation for use in Europe and will be available in early 2020.

The product is approved for the treatment of acute canine otitis externa, or acute exacerbations of recurrent otitis caused by mixed infections of susceptible strains of bacteria sensitive to florfenicol and fungi sensitive to terbinafine.

Mario Andreoli, head of marketing at Bayer Animal Health, said: “Otitis externa is a common disease in dogs and a leading cause why owners take their dog to a veterinarian. Neptra offers a key advantage, unlike competing products, it requires just one dose, administered by the veterinarian in the practice.”

Bayer said that the product requires no at-home applications by the dog owner, keeping the treatment in the hands of the veterinary surgeon and allowing full control over compliance.

Andreoli continued: “With Neptra we provide a high-quality veterinary treatment that is convenient for the dog owner and ensures the well-being of dogs with a proper, effective application.”

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RUMA CA&E extends survey deadline

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 RUMA CA&E has extended the deadline for its online survey into vaccine availability.

Vets, SQPs, retailers and wholesalers will now have until Friday, 26 September at 5pm to submit their response.

The survey aims to further understanding into the vaccine supply challenges faced by the sector. It will also consider the short and long term impacts of disruption issues.

Insights are anonymous, and will be shared with industry stakeholders and government bodies.

The survey can be accessed here

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BSAVA publishes Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice

The BSAVA has added a small animal nutrition advice booklet to its series of BSAVA guides.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice offers a resource for veterinary professionals to provide appropriate nutrition for animals. As well as maintaining the wellbeing of healthy pets, the guide explores how nutritional requirements change in times of illness and disease.

The guide is divided into five sections, which explore the importance of nutritional assessment; diet types; feeding at different life stages; feeding for specific situations; and feeding for specific diseases. Online resources are also in the BSAVA Library including client handouts and videos.

It is designed to be suitable for referencing, in-depth case planning and team training sessions.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice can be purchased online from the BSAVA store.