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PDSA launches new survey
Call for more vets and VNs to contribute

The People's Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) has called for vets and veterinary nurses to offer their thoughts on various matters of importance in the care of the nation's companion animal pets as a part of the charity's 2012 survey. Last year's survey polled over 11,000 members of the public and 140 vets and VNs, and a spokesperson for the PDSA expressed the hope that more than 500 vets and VNs might contribute this year.

The 2011 PDSA Animal Welfare (PAW) Report found that 89% of pet owners felt that people should be aware of the health and welfare needs of animals which are outlined in the Animal Welfare Act 2006. However, the same poll revealed that only 45% of those polled considered themselves appropriately familiar with these needs.

Commenting, PDSA Senior Vet Nicola Martin said “We're looking for a mix of opinions, what you do you in your practice and what information you think is valuable and asking for opinions on key topical issues such as microchipping, dangerous dogs and pet insurance.”

More information can be found at the PDSA website.

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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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RCVS annual renewal fee for vets due

RCVS' annual renewal fee for veterinary surgeons is now due. Vets must pay their renewal fee before Wednesday, 1 April 2026.

This year's standard annual fee has increased to 431 from last year's 418. This is an approximately three per cent increase, as approved by RCVS Council and the Privy Council.

Tshidi Gardner, RCVS treasurer, said: "The small fee increase will be used to help deliver both our everyday activities and our new ambitious Strategic Plan, which includes aims such as achieving new legislation, reviewing the Codes of Professional Conduct and supporting guidance, and continuing to support the professions through activities such as the Mind Matters Initiative, RCVS Academy and career development."

A full breakdown of the new fees is on the RCVS website. Information about tax relief is available on the UK government website.