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New BSAVA guidance on pet vaccinations
The guidance forms part of a suite of COVID-19 tools the BSAVA has produced for the profession.
Guidance to help vets assess risk during COVID-19 pandemic.

New guidance to help veterinary professionals weigh up the risk of pet vaccination during the COVID-19 lockdown has been published by the BSAVA.

The evidence-based guidance, entitled 'Should I vaccinate this pet?', is designed to be read in conjunction with the advice issued by the BVA and the RCVS over the Easter weekend.

It forms part of a suite of tools that the BSAVA has produced for the profession, allowing vets to assess the risk of pet vaccination while applying their clinical and professional judgement.

BSAVA president, Sue Paterson said: “I am proud that the Guidance was principally produced by BSAVA volunteers who generously donated their free time to it, much of which was over the Easter weekend. In line with BSAVA’s core ethos, the Guidance is ‘By the profession for the profession’.”

The guidance was produced in consultation with specialists in internal medicine, advanced practitioners in primary care practice, primary care vets on the front line, exotic specialists and advanced practitioners in exotic primary care practice and shelter medicine vets.

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FIVP launches CMA remedies survey

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 FIVP has shared a survey, inviting those working in independent practice to share their views on the CMA's proposed remedies.

The Impact Assessment will help inform the group's response to the CMA, as it prepares to submit further evidence to the Inquiry Group. FIVP will also be attending a hearing in November.

Data will be anonymised and used solely for FIVP's response to the CMA. The survey will close on Friday, 31 October 2025. 

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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.