This comprehensive good practice guide on veterinary medicines has been produced with the support of the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). Created: 2007 Publisher: BVA Number of pages: 40 Format ...

The BVA Ionising Radiations guide is easy to use and written by vets who are radiation protection advisors (RPA). This is the third edition of the guide, which explains the key changes that are now in ...

Sustainable aquaculture can be defined as aquaculture carried out in a way that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability to meet the needs of the future. With wild stocks of ...

Neutering is the best way to prevent unwanted pregnancies, in both cats and dogs. But some owners may be anxious about making this decision on behalf of their pets. They may be concerned about ...

The Dangerous Dogs Act (1991) was introduced in the UK following a series of serious, and in some cases fatal, dog attacks on humans. The Act has been widely discredited for failing to address the ...

It is essential for sheep health and welfare, that any procedures having the potential to create pain and suffering should be balanced against the need for that procedure. Castration and tail-docking ...

BVA recognises the importance of markets, informed and concerned consumers, and socially responsible retailers and caterers in creating demand and financial viability for higher standards of animal ...

The racing pigeon season is from April to September with young birds bred in the current calendar year flying between July and September. This guide provides advice on handling stray racing pigeons ...

When, who and how to report to the competent authorities if you suspect the illegal importation of pets in England and Wales Veterinary surgeons can often be the first to suspect that an animal may ...

On 17 November, the final changes to the Veterinary Medicines Regulations (VMRs) will come into force. These were passed in Parliament earlier this year as part of the Veterinary Medicines (Amendment ...

Any movement of livestock will have an impact on their health and welfare. The distances that livestock keepers move animals vary widely, from local area movements (for example to pastures, markets, ...

Initial Emergency Treatment (IET) is the preliminary assessment and care of sick and injured animals. This guide outlines the arrangement between BVA and RSPCA for payment for IET of sick or injured ...