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Call for research on the animal welfare impacts of breeding
Projects can focus on conformation in companion animals, livestock or other species.
Grants of up to £100,000 available for projects that focus on conformation

The Animal Welfare Foundation (AWF) has launched a call for research as part of its work to improve understanding of the impacts of breeding on animal welfare.

Grants of up to £100,000 are available for projects that focus on conformation in companion animals, livestock or other species. The knowledge gathered will form part of the AWF's three-year project on 'breeding for better welfare'.

Applicants are invited to submit proposals for projects lasting between 18-24 months that consider the relevant welfare consequences highlighted by the AWF Delphi project on priority welfare issues in the UK. 

The projects may also explore some of the breeding research gaps identified by BVA policy positions on extreme conformation and UK sustainable animal agriculture. 

AWF chair Chris Laurence said: “Scientific research to find practical solutions to animal welfare issues is at the heart of AWF’s work, and we are delighted to be able to offer funding for new projects this year. We are looking for research proposals that will have a practical impact on the veterinary professions’ work, and wider policymaking, with the overall aim to ensure that animal welfare remains high on the agenda.”

The application process will remain open until 9 am on Wednesday, 16 June, with researchers being asked to submit overview proposals ahead of their full application. For more information, visit: animalwelfarefoundation.org.uk

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Applications open for MMI research grants

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 RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.

 

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BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.