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RSPCA - 'serious concerns' over footage
Footage of pigs being struck released by Animal Equality

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) have expressed 'serious concerns' after the international animal rights organisation Animal Equality released footage taken at two Norfolk pig farms by undercover investigators. The footage, which has been distributed  online, was stated by Animal Equality to have been taken at The Piggery at Didlington and the Little Thorns Weaner Unit near Swaffham, both of which are owned by the East Anglian Pig (EAP) Company.

The footage, which was been seen by MRCVS.co.uk, has been alleged by the RSPCA to show 'poor handling of sows and younger pigs, inappropriate methods of culling and poor implementation of culling practices, using methods not in line with Pig Veterinary Society guidelines.' Urgent inspections have been conducted at both farms by the charity.

EAP, which has been approved by the Red Tractor Assurance Scheme and the RSPCA's Freedom Food scheme, has announced a full internal investigation. Commenting, a spokesperson said “We totally condemn and do not tolerate any animal mistreatment or malpractice and operate in accordance with Freedom Food, Red Tractor Assurance Scheme and the Pig Veterinary Society policies and guidelines,” and added that “The RSPCA has confirmed there are no grounds for prosecution and are engaged in further meetings with the company during this week."

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Strangles survey seeks views of horse owners

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 With Strangles Awareness Week just around the corner (5-11 May), vets are being encouraged to share a survey about the disease with their horse-owning clients.

The survey, which has been designed by Dechra, aims to raise awareness of Strangles and promote best practices to prevent its transmission. It includes questions about horse owners' experiences of strangles, together with preventative measures and vaccination.

Respondents to the survey will be entered into a prize draw to win two VIP tickets to Your Horse Live 2025. To access the survey, click here 

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Vivienne Mackinnon elected BVA Scottish Branch President

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has elected Vivienne Mackinnon as its new BVA Scottish Branch president.

Dr Mackinnon has over 30 years of experience in veterinary care, encompassing both small animal and mixed practice. She has worked in practices in Scotland, England, New Zealand and Australia, before joining APHA to work in frontline disease control.

In her speech, Dr Mackinnon reflected on the changes in Scotland's veterinary industry and highlighted her commitment to veterinary education.

Dr Mackinnon said: "I look forward to working with colleagues across the veterinary professions to improve animal health and welfare in the country and support veterinary workplaces."