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Flocks infected with MV have doubled
New figures revealed by SAC and AHVLA survey

The number of flocks infected with maedi visna (MV) virus has doubled in a 15-year period, a survey conducted by SAC and the Animal Health and Veterinary Laboratories Agency has revealed.

The number of infected flocks has increased from 1.4 per cent to 2.8 per cent, and the number of infected sheep has quadrupled, with the level of infection within infected flocks rising from 13 per cent to 24 per cent.

The survey is the first to look at the level of MV infection in the UK since 1995, and it also shows the economic effects taking their toll on infected flocks.

Catriona Ritche, a vet with SAC, said that while the number has risen, there is still a low level of MV infection in Great Britain, compared to other countries.

She commented: “Undoubtedly the existence over the last three decades of the MV accreditation scheme has helped keep the infection levels in Britain’s flock at a relatively low level, especially as many pedigree, terminal sire flocks are accredited free of infection. However, flock owners should not be complacent. As this survey shows, levels of MV are rising.”

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RUMA CA&E extends survey deadline

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 RUMA CA&E has extended the deadline for its online survey into vaccine availability.

Vets, SQPs, retailers and wholesalers will now have until Friday, 26 September at 5pm to submit their response.

The survey aims to further understanding into the vaccine supply challenges faced by the sector. It will also consider the short and long term impacts of disruption issues.

Insights are anonymous, and will be shared with industry stakeholders and government bodies.

The survey can be accessed here

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BSAVA publishes Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice

The BSAVA has added a small animal nutrition advice booklet to its series of BSAVA guides.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice offers a resource for veterinary professionals to provide appropriate nutrition for animals. As well as maintaining the wellbeing of healthy pets, the guide explores how nutritional requirements change in times of illness and disease.

The guide is divided into five sections, which explore the importance of nutritional assessment; diet types; feeding at different life stages; feeding for specific situations; and feeding for specific diseases. Online resources are also in the BSAVA Library including client handouts and videos.

It is designed to be suitable for referencing, in-depth case planning and team training sessions.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice can be purchased online from the BSAVA store.