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BVA launches maternity & paternity guide
Employers and employees to benefit from new guide

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has launched a comprehensive guide on maternity and paternity for employers, employees and locums.

The Guidance on Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Rights includes supporting FAQs, timelines for quick reference, as well as health and safety advice and a template risk assessment form.

The guide follows on changes in legislation and a number of new rules and regulations relating to maternity, paternity and adoption are combined into an easy to read guide with short sections on each topic.

Professor Bill Reilly, a past president of the BVA, chaired the members services sub group which developed the document. He commented: "This Guidance tells everyone in the practice team what they need to know about pregnancy in the workplace.
 
"Developed with the help of human resources and legal experts this Guidance answers common questions, gives a great overview of what should happen when, as well as who has which rights and responsibilities."

He added: "It is specifically tailored to the veterinary environment so vets, vet nurses and practice managers should all find the clear advice useful."

The guide is available to all BVA members here.

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Greyhound Board announces change to vaccination guidance

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 The Greyhound Board of Great Britain has published new vaccination guidance, with all greyhounds registered from 1 January, 2027 required to have the L4 leptospirosis vaccination, rather than L2.

The change comes in response to the reduced availability of the 'L2' Leptospirosis vaccine across the UK, and aims to support best biosecurity practice across the racing greyhound population.

GBGB veterinary director Simon Gower, said "While rare, Leptospirosis is a serious infectious disease that can affect both dogs and humans, so it is vital that we offer our greyhounds the broadest possible protection.  

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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.