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BSAVA publishes new edition of veterinary nursing textbook
The BSAVA Textbook of Veterinary Nursing is tailored to meet the needs of veterinary nurse students.
Book includes three new chapters and an appendix on veterinary terminology. 

The BSAVA has announced the publication of a new Textbook of Veterinary Nursing.

This sixth edition of the book sees Barbara Cooper, Elizabeth Mullineaux and Lynn Turner reprise their roles as editors, working with new and returning authors to update the core text.

It includes a new appendix on veterinary terminology, a thorough index, and three new chapters: nursing interventions in hospitalised animals; nurse-led clinics; and managing the hospital ward and basic patient care.

“The range of skills expected from the registered veterinary nurse (RVN) is highlighted by the length and breadth of this completely updated textbook,” said BSAVA senior vice president, Sue Paterson.

The Textbook of Veterinary Nursing is tailored to meet the needs of veterinary nurse students undertaking their Level 3 Diploma or Degree in Veterinary Nursing, as well as recently qualified veterinary nurses working in practice.

The sixth edition introduces the full range of veterinary nursing skills, theory and knowledge that students and recent graduates are expected to demonstrate.

Each chapter starts by listing learning objectives and ends with self-assessment questions, as well as providing key references, further reading and useful websites. A new appendix on veterinary terminology and a thorough index help make this an accessible resource.

The BSAVA Textbook of Veterinary Nursing, sixth edition is available to buy from the BSAVA website or by phone on 01452 726700 (£65.00; BSAVA members: £45.00).

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. 

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NSA webinar explores sheep tailing and castration

The National Sheep Association (NSA) is to host a free webinar on the castration and tail docking of lambs.

The webinar, 'Understanding the tailing and castration consultation: A guide for sheep farmers', will be hosted online on Monday, 2 March 2026 at 7.30pm.

It comes during a government consultation into the methods used for these procedures. Farmers are encouraged to engage before the consultation period closes on Monday, 9 March 2026.

The webinar offers clear and actionable guidance to support farmers to contribute meaningfully to the consultation and prepare for potential changes.

On the panel will be former SVS president Kate Hovers, farmer and vet Ann Van Eetvelt and SRUC professor in Animal Health and Veterinary Sciences Cathy Dwyer. Each panel member will utilise their own specialism and expertise to evaluate risks and outcomes to sheep farming.

Find out more about the webinar on the NSA website.