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Feedback Sought on Bone Spavin
A survey has been launched into how equine vets treat bone spavin.

Members of the RVC are currently conducting a survey into how equine practitioners in the UK diagnose, treat and follow-up osteoarthritis of the distal tarsal joints (bone spavin) in their patients.

David M. Bolt, Dr. med. Vet., MS, FHEA, DACVS, DECVS, MRCVS and Vicky Simon Bsc have  created the five-minute survey and equine vets across the country are urged to take part.

Bone spavin is a consistently common reason for hind limb lameness in both competitive and domestic horses. It is hoped that the results of this study will increase understanding of the condition.

To complete the survey, click here. 

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Submissions open for BSAVA Clinical Research Abstracts 2026

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 The BSAVA has opened submissions for the BSAVA Clinical Research Abstracts 2026.

It is an opportunity for applicants to present new research on any veterinary subject, such as the preliminary results of a study, discussion of a new technique or a description of an interesting case.

They must be based on high-quality clinical research conducted in industry, practice or academia, and summarised in 250 words.

Applications are welcome from vets, vet nurses, practice managers, and students.

Submissions are open until 6 March 2026. 

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Survey seeks ruminant sector views on antimicrobial stewardship

A new survey is seeking views of people working in the UK ruminant sector on how to tackle the challenge of demonstrating responsible antibiotic stewardship.

Forming part of a wider, collaborative initiative, the results will help identify the types of data available so that challenges with data collection can be better understood and addressed.

Anyone working in the UK farming sector, including vets and farmers,is encouraged to complete the survey, which is available at app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk