Veterinary digital services company, VisioCare, has released the preliminary results of some research which appears to show that poodle cross puppies are at greater risk of dental problems The company says that of the 249 responses to its Puppy Tooth Census received so far (of which 40% were from vets, 21% vet nurses, 2% other … Read more
The past year, 2021, has definitely been very dedicated to the cat and its allergic conditions. Unlike for human and canine atopic dermatitis (CAD), a very low number of publications were published regarding the immunopathogenesis of feline allergic syndrome. For that reason, it is always exciting when new investigations are developed and questions regarding the … Read more
A new testing service for Johne’s disease in herds has been launched by PBD Biotech. The company said the service, which uses the Actiphage diagnostic test, will allow farmers to find out if they have Mycobacterium avium subspecies paratuberculosis (MAP) – the bacteria that causes the disease – in bulk milk or blood samples within … Read more
The BVA has expressed serious concerns that the UK Government is considering whether to impose a fourth delay to post-Brexit border checks on goods entering Great Britain from the EU. The Financial Times reported earlier this week (29 March) that senior government officials are “sympathetic” to the idea of imposing further delays to the checks, … Read more
Take control with Mirataz Mirataz contains mirtazapine and is the first and only licensed veterinary transdermal ointment for body weight gain in cats experiencing poor appetite and weight loss resulting from chronic medical conditions. The active ingredient, mirtazapine, addresses reduced appetite and induces significant weight gain in as little as 14 days1. This can allow … Read more
As more dogs fall ill in several Florida counties, animal services and city officials are warning dog parents to be cautious of an infectious respiratory disease. The disease spreading across south Florida is highly contagious, and many dogs have already been affected. Promoting awareness of Canine Infection Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC) can help slow the … Read more