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APGAW supports Puppy Contract
Group urges others to get involved

The Associate Parliamentary Group for Animal Welfare has voiced its support for the BVA AWF/RSPCA Puppy Contract, in its updated report on dog breeding.

The report found that all stakeholders believe a puppy contract is a good tool to use when buying and selling puppies but it would be more useful if there was just one contract promoted and used.

A Healthier Future for Pedigree Dogs – Update Report calls on the Blue Cross, Kennel Club and other breed clubs to support the idea of a single contract by joining the main stakeholders who have already endorsed the proposal.

Many breeders and breed clubs have their own version of a puppy contract but APGAW hopes that a resolution can be found where only a single contract is used and promoted by all stakeholders. The update report will be sent to DEFRA ministers and MPs for consideration.

Tiffany Hemming, BVA AWF Chair of Trustees, commented: “APGAW has set out what needs to happen to make significant improvements to dog welfare and we are delighted that the report recognises the important role of the Puppy Contract and PIP.
 
“We hope the Kennel Club, Blue Cross and breed clubs keep talking to us about endorsing the Puppy Contract and PIP in the future so that we can all speak with one voice to potential puppy buyers about dog health and welfare.”
 
 
 

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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.