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RCVS makes Christmas donation to StreetVet
The charity has been providing free veterinary care since 2016.
The charity provides vet care for pets of people experiencing homelessness. 

StreetVet has been announced as the recipient of this year’s Christmas donation from the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS).

The charity was chosen to receive the £4,000 donations by RCVS president Linda Belton.

Dr Belton explained: “The charity’s work providing free veterinary care for animals whose owners are experiencing homelessness is just one example of how the veterinary professions positively impact not only animals but also people, whether through individuals or wider society.

“Our connection with society at large is often overlooked and the collective veterinary voice has a lot to offer.”

StreetVet was launched in 2016. Since then, it has helped care for more than 2,500 pets, from providing essentials such as vaccinations to performing surgeries.

Jade Statt, co-founder and clinical director for StreetVet, said: “We are absolutely delighted to hear that StreetVet has been selected as the RCVS president’s charity this Christmas.

“The demand for our support continues to rise and these crucial funds will help us to continue delivering our free veterinary care services to the pets and their owners that need it most.

“The support we get from the veterinary profession as a whole – in funds, expertise, procedures, and volunteer hours – is truly incredible and StreetVet would not exist without it. Thank you all so much.”

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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.