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Cambridge University hosts new CPD event
International Fiesta of CPD to be held in December

The Department of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Cambridge is to host an International Fiesta of small animal medicine CPD on 7th December this year.

The event will involve a number of international small animal medicine specialists, including John Bonagura of Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Ian Ramsey of the University of Liverpool.

The day will comprise two streams – feline and canine medicine. Attendees are asked to prioritise a stream, but will be able to move between the two on the day.

Subjects under discussion in the feline stream include:
  • an update on feline asthma
  • controversial thoughts about liver disease
  • management of corneal sequestra
  • cardiovascular disease
  • congestive failure

The canine stream meanwhile will look at a number of issues, including:
  • Addisonian crises
  • diabetic ketoacidosis
  • genetic testing
  • protein losing enteropathies
  • pain assessment for analgesia


To attend the CPD day costs £220 plus VAT. Veterinary graduates are charged £150 plus VAT. 

For more information click here.

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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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Dechra launches checklist for veterinary sustainability

Global animal health specialist Dechra has announced the world's first Veterinary Green Theatre Checklist (VGTC) to help make surgery more sustainable.

Endorsed by leading veterinary organisations, including the BEVA, BVNA and RCVS Knowledge, the checklist is designed to reduce the environmental footprint of veterinary care, while supporting better animal health outcomes.

The checklist was launched at the World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Paris and will be followed by an internal training and awareness campaign. For more information, visit dechra.com