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Central Qualifications (CQ) has revealed the winner of its annual Veterinary Nursing Educator of the Year Award.
Laura Lacey, of Coleg Glynllifon, was announced as the winner at CQ's Graduation and Awards ceremony at Central Hall, Westminster on Saturday 28 March. Read More 
CMA publishes final decision on vet market
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published its long-awaited decision report on veterinary services for household pets. Read More
Corneal sequestrum surgery saves cat's sight
An independent referral practice has saved the sight of a young cat diagnosed with corneal sequestrum. Read More
Fluorescent technology helps vets detect tumours in pets
The new technology could support tailored cancer...
Survey shows ethical views inform owner training preferences
The findings could help vets better support clients in managing behaviour. Read More
New insights into 'doodle' crossbreed behaviours
The research challenges widespread assumptions that doodle breeds are easier to train. Read More
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Study highlights safety gains in equine anaesthesia
Overall mortality associated with general...
RSPCA issues statement ahead of Cheltenham Festival
There have been 32 equine deaths over the last decade. Read More
BEVA updates guidelines for equine euthanasia
Decisions will be organised into three defined categories. Read More
Island bird links gut health and immune system
Immune genes influenced which gut microbes thrive.
RUMA Agriculture appoints new chair
James Russell succeeds Cat McLaughlin in the role. Read More
Study highlights environmental risks of isoxazoline
Active ingredients from flea treatment pass into pet faeces. Read More
Public urged to give birds space this summer
The RSPB says ground-nesting birds are at greatest risk of human disturbance.
Government consulting on trail hunting ban
Campaigners say the practice is being used as a 'smokescreen' for illegal hunting with...
Rare monkey gives birth after surgery saves foot
Operation saves monkey's foot from amputation.
CQ unveils VN educator award winner
Laura Lacey accepted her award at the 2026 CQ graduation ceremony.
BVNA and BSAVA commend CMA's VN remedy
CMA suggests vet nurse title should be protected.
VN Educators' Conference 2026 details revealed
Delegates will explore the changing landscape of veterinary healthcare.
RVC to launch foundation year for international students
The pathway will welcome students from different education systems.
BVA shares governance fears for VSA reform
The consultation on the VSA closed on 25 March.
SPVS and VMG consider 'significant' CMA remedies
Vet groups look ahead to remedy rollout.
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.
Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025
