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Think Again Lovebirds
Lovebirds are very pretty birds but they also require a lot of time and care.
Thinking of buying your special one a pair of lovebirds this Valentine’s Day?  Though lovebirds sound romantic, there’s much more work in caring for them than you first imagined.

Lovebirds are active, cheerful and beautifully decorative. These petite 'pocket' parrots are very intriguing, however, these birds are pets for enthusiasts and they are a long term commitment.

Lisa Jarvis, Lantra’s Industry Partnership Manager said: “Lovebirds can live up to 20 years, so you need to be sure that you can commit for that long before buying these pets. The most time-consuming part of caring for lovebirds is the effort required to tame them, a delicate process that needs to be fulfilled so you and your lovebirds have a long and happy life together.”

So if the demands of caring for lovebirds just aren’t right for you or your special one, perhaps a donation to a bird charity such as the RSPB or a trip to a bird sanctuary this Valentine's Day might be the perfect gift instead!

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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New guidance for antibiotic use in rabbits

New best practice guidance on the responsible use of antibiotics in rabbits has been published by the BSAVA in collaboration with the Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund (RWA&F).

The guidance is free and has been produced to help veterinary practitioners select the most appropriate antibiotic for rabbits. It covers active substance, dose and route of administration all of which are crucial factors when treating rabbits owing to the risk of enterotoxaemia.

For more information and to access the guide, visit the BSAVALibrary.