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Nominations for veterinary awards closing soon
2013 Petplan Veterinary Awards close on January 31st

Often referred to as the 'Vet Oscars', this annual awards ceremony recognises members of the profession who continually go above and beyond in caring for animals.

The event is now in its 14th year, with a glittering awards ceremony being held in Birmingham on 4th April. Awards categories include: Practice of the Year, Vet of the Year, Vet Nurse of the Year, Practice Manager of the Year, and Support Staff of the Year.

Simon Masding, Petplan's head of Sales and Partnerships said:

"Petplan knows that the veterinary profession is full of brilliant vets, nurses, practice managers and support staff.

"The Petplan Veterinary Awards are a wonderful opportunity to put standout stars forward for recognition, and demonstrate to your clients and industry that your staff are spectacular.

"As well as the feel-good factor, there's a commercial benefit to being nominated too, one previous winner saw a 30% growth in their business as a result of winning, so if you would like to be in with a chance of winning you have just one month left to encourage your clients and staff to nominate."

Petplan has worked with the veterinary profession for over 35 years, and hosts these industry awards to recognise the dedication and hard work of the veterinary community.

Nominations will be judged by a panel of people from the veterinary industry, including previous winners and presidents of veterinary and nursing associations. Nominations can be made through Petplan's website, closing on the 31st January.

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Birmingham Dogs Home makes urgent appeal

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 Birmingham Dogs Home has issued an urgent winter appeal as it faces more challenges over the Christmas period.

The rescue centre has seen a dramatic increase in dogs coming into its care, and is currently caring for over 200 dogs. With rising costs and dropping temperatures, the charity is calling for urgent support.

It costs the charity £6,000 per day to continue its work.

Fi Harrison, head of fundraising and communications, said: "It's heart-breaking for our team to see the conditions some dogs arrive in. We really are their last chance and hope of survival."

More information about the appeal can be found here

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Avian flu confirmed at premises in Cornwall

A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been detected in commercial poultry at a premises near Rosudgeon, Cornwall.

All poultry on the infected site will be humanely culled, and a 3km protection zone and 10km surveillance zone have been put in place. Poultry and other captive birds in the 3km protection zone must be housed.

The case is the second avian flu case confirmed in commercial poultry this month. The H5N5 strain was detected in a premises near Hornsea, East Riding of Yorkshire, in early November. Before then, the disease had not been confirmed in captive birds in England since February.

The UK chief veterinary officer has urged bird keepers to remain alert and practise robust biosecurity.

A map of the disease control zones can be found here.