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High Level of Trust for Vets
A recent study from Petplan shows 98% trust their vet's advice, while 98% believe their vet provides them with the right level of service and support.

Petplan's Marketing Manager, Alison Andrew said the veterinary industry had the company's backing and their recent survey proves vets also have the support of pet owners. "We work very closely with more than 4,000 veterinary practices in the UK and we know that the animal's health and welfare is at the heart of their decision making process."

"Like any profession whether it is doctors, lawyers or accountants there will always be one or two people who overstep the boundaries but anyone thinking these issues are widespread would be completely wrong. We know this from the greater pool of pet owner's, vets, charities and other key groups in the animal world that we work with, something that the Panorama team cannot do to substantiate their claims."

Working with 9 out of 10 vets in the UK, Andrew says it's an absolute injustice for Panorama to tarnish the entire industry with its claims, when there are thousands of vets that go above and beyond the call of duty every day to provide the best treatment and care for people's pets.

In an earlier survey Petplan found that 40% of pet owners trust their vet more than their GP, further highlighting the disparities between what has been portrayed by Panorama and how pet owners really feel about the veterinary industry.

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Greyhound Board announces change to vaccination guidance

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 The Greyhound Board of Great Britain has published new vaccination guidance, with all greyhounds registered from 1 January, 2027 required to have the L4 leptospirosis vaccination, rather than L2.

The change comes in response to the reduced availability of the 'L2' Leptospirosis vaccine across the UK, and aims to support best biosecurity practice across the racing greyhound population.

GBGB veterinary director Simon Gower, said "While rare, Leptospirosis is a serious infectious disease that can affect both dogs and humans, so it is vital that we offer our greyhounds the broadest possible protection.  

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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.