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New EU rules have come into effect today (22 April) covering how British residents can travel to the EU with their pets.
Under the new rules, British residents should no longer use EU pet passports to travel with dogs, cats or ferrets into the EU. Instead, they should obtain an Animal Health Certificate from a vet, which is only valid for a single journey. Read More 
BVNA to honour 'unsung heroes' of veterinary care
The BVNA is set to celebrate the 'unsung heroes' of the veterinary nursing profession as part of its 2026 Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month (VNAM) campaign.
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Naturewatch Foundation awards grants for 2026
Naturewatch Foundation has awarded small organisations across the UK a total of 11,000 in funding to support urgent veterinary care, rehabilitation and rehoming. Read More
Pet appearance prioritised over health, survey finds
Battersea says social media remains an influence.
RVC studies offer insights on canine mitral valve repair
Two complementary studies explore surgical risks and recovery outcomes. Read More
Campaigners protest omission of cats from government welfare strategy
The march brought together Cats Protection supporters, volunteers and staff. Read More
One-eyed pony 'thriving' after emergency treatment
Pirate Pete was found fly-grazing with an...
Vigilance urged after rise in equine influenza cases
Five cases involved infection from recently imported horses. Read More
ECG test could highlight equine exercise arrhythmias
The heart trace would be taken during low-intensity exercise. Read More
Wildlife could provide an early warning system for AMR
Researchers discover drug-resistant bacteria in...
RVC study addresses human and animal mobility loss
Cross-species framework addresses related muscle changes. Read More
Consultation begins on flea and tick treatments
Government could change how medication is sold. Read More
New bird-feeding guidelines set amid disease outbreak
Too much food may increase spread of trichomonosis.
Rabbit Awareness Week marks 20th anniversary
The campaign is refreshing its logo and mascots.
Zoo welcomes endangered giant otter triplets
The birth brings hope for this rapidly declining species.
BVNA to honour 'unsung heroes' of veterinary care
The campaign forms part of Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month 2026
BVNA opens applications for Council
RVNs and SVNs invited to put themselves forward.
CQ unveils VN educator award winner
Laura Lacey accepted her award at the 2026 CQ graduation ceremony.
New EU pet travel rules come into effect
EU pet passports may no longer be valid for travel from GB to the EU.
RCVS launches new workplace mental health course
The course will be introduced at the 2026 VMG Congress.
Oxford Cat Clinic welcomes dogs on 20th anniversary
The Marston branch will now treat dogs and small animals.
Raccoons solve puzzles for fun, study finds
They completed challenges even without a food reward.
Apes engage in imaginative play, just like humans
Study suggests the ability to pretend likely dates back six million years.
Cow stuns scientists by using tools
Veronika taught herself to use a broom to scratch herself.
Vets launch new podcast for pet owners
