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Survey launched into length of cat-life
UK vets and VNs asked to take part in study

A Swedish study that has shown that the length of cats' lives is increasing has sparked off a similar study in the UK, and organisers are urging vets, vet nurses, breeders and cat owners to take part in a survey to determine whether the trend is reflected in UK cats.

The Swedish study demonstrated that cat longevity increased significantly over seven years - with approximately 66% of cats surviving to 10 years old between 1999-2000, rising to nearly 90% in 2005-2006.

Urinary problems, trauma, neoplasia, infection and cardiovascular problems were the five most common causes of death, and it has been suggested that the rise in longevity is linked to a greater willingness to keep pet cats longer and increasing levels of veterinary care.

In 2012, the study is to be brought up to date, and this time UK feedback is sought to establish whether the trend applies equally to cats living in Britain.

All vets, vet nurses, cats owners and breeders and encouraged to take part in the short online questionnaire, with results due to be published in the summer.


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FIVP announces third series of Practice Matters

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 The Federation of Independent Veterinary practices (FIVP) has announced a third season of its podcast, Practice Matters.

Hosted by Ian Wolstenholme, series three will focus on the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigation, including a discussion about some of the expected impacts on independent veterinary colleagues.

Episode one launches on 13th January with guests Drs David Reader and Scott Summers, who will draw on their research into the CMA investigation and provide insights into themes such as transparency, pricing and consumer trust.

Ian Wolstenholme said: "In its third series, we will try and hone in on what the changes will mean in reality for independent practices with advice and guidance on implementation and delivery, drawing on the experience of our own team and other experts in the profession. Hope you can join us soon!" 

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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