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The Federation of Independent Veterinary Practices (FIVP) has called on the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) to urgently review its proposed remedies for the veterinary sector. Read More 
Report highlights welfare enforcement failings
The animal welfare enforcement system in England and Wales is failing due to inconsistent, under-resourced systems, despite strong laws, a new report has found.
Published by the All-Parliamentary Group for Animal Welfare (APGAW), the report proposes a four-stage... Read More
Animal Welfare Strategy welcomed by charities
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has shared the government's Animal Welfare Strategy, which it says will protect and support the lives of pets, farmed animals and wild animals. Read More
Charity covers ex-police dog's treatment costs
Hopi's police service meant her owners could not...
Carbon footprint of dog food revealed by study
Wet, raw, and meat-rich products had the highest greenhouse gas emissions. Read More
Most dogs exposed to e-cigarettes develop few symptoms - study
Researchers say exposure can be treated 'conservatively' with symptomatic treatment. Read More
Major rescue operation saves mules in rural Wales
The complex mission was coordinated by The Donkey...
Charity backs plan to tackle live horse exports
World Horse Welfare welcomes Government's animal welfare strategy. Read More
RCVS makes £4,000 donation to World Horse Welfare
The donation will support vital research into equine welfare. Read More
RUMA CA&E shares fourth Annual Progress Report
Report reveals 'encouraging' trends for...
Vets prescribing metronidazole against AMR guidelines, study finds
Findings suggest it is being prescribed beyond its antimicrobial properties. Read More
RSPB shares winter avian flu fears
It reports a significant rise in avian flu among waterfowl. Read More
Rare footage captures joey emerging from pouch
Endangered Goodfellow's tree kangaroo born to mum Kitawa.
Conservationists step closer to saving endangered amphibian
Study reveals how a deadly fungus is silently devastating the Darwin's frog.
Emergency appeal for orangutan vet teams
The species has been greatly impacted by flooding in Sumatra.
MMI awards more funding for VN mental health
The £40,000 research grant will integrate mental health into VN education.
Nominations open for VN Educator of the Year Awards 2026
The awards celebrate inspiring teachers of vet nursing students.
BVNA celebrates inspiring individuals at awards ceremony
BVNA celebrates inspiring individuals at awards ceremony.
FIVP calls for urgent review of CMA remedies
Independent practices fear for the future of their businesses.
BVA urges cautious approach to AI implementation
Professionals are encouraged to stay open minded
VMD introduces new packaging surveillance scheme
New 'streamlined' regulation will launch on 2 February 2026.
London Zoo primates open Christmas stockings
The gorilla troop and monkeys received presents from zookeepers.
London Zoo opens spa-inspired capybara home
Gizmo and Kiwi have explored their new luxury enclosure.
London Zoo's gorillas get Halloween pumpkin treat
Baby Venus tried her first ever pumpkin.
FIVP announces third series of Practice Matters 
