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RSPCA announces new pledges
Long-term welfare efforts announced

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) has announced 5 long-term objectives for reforms to the nation's animal welfare standards. The RSPCA have committed themselves to:
  • Increasing the proportion of UK farm animals reared in higher welfare systems.
  • Ending the overpopulation of companion animals and tackle related issues.
  • Reducing the number of exotic animals kept as pets and increase their humane care.
  • Ending euthanasia of any rehomeable animal.
  • Reducing the number of animals in the UK who undergo severe suffering when used in experiments.
Commenting on the announcement, new Chief Executive Gavin Grant said “These pledges are bold but they’re achievable...Whether it’s just spending an extra few pence on higher welfare food, or giving an animal a loving new home, everyone can play their part.”

More information on the pledges is available at the RSPCA's pledges website

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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