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Dog welfare groups and vets have welcomed signs that the popularity of brachycephalic dog breeds is waning.
It follows new data published released by the Royal Kennel Club (RKC), which shows registrations across three key bracychephalic breeds have declined significantly over the past 10 years.
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VN researchers invite input on mental health curriculum
Researchers are recruiting those involved with veterinary nursing education to help shape the future of the mental health in the curriculum. Read More
VN Awareness Month 2026 gets underway
Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month (VNAM) 2026 gets underway today (1 May), which this year follows the presidential theme of 'compassion and empathy'.
Held annually, VNAM is organised by the BVNA to raise awareness of the profession and animal caregivers. Read More
Ammonia levels in urine could signify chronic kidney disease
Dogs with lower UACR may suffer faster...
Dogs Trust unveils major welfare strategy
The charity warns of a "tipping point" as dogs require longer, more specialised support Read More
Report raises concerns about dog breeding rules
Authorities may not be enforcing rules effectively. Read More
Charity highlights plight of working donkeys this Bank Holiday weekend
Research finds many 'beach donkeys' are suffering...
Nominations open for BEVA One To Watch Award 2026
The award is now in its second year. Read More
Fluorescent bands protect Zimbabwe donkeys
The donkeys are now more visible on the roads. Read More
Scientists find genetic links between feline and human cancer
Genetic mutations matched those in human and...
Pigs may offer insight into toxoplasma infection
The parasite is carried by people and animals worldwide. Read More
Defra shares spot-on treatment warning amid call for evidence
The call for evidence closes 11 June 2026. Read More
Land policies should address disease risk, study warns
New model assesses how woodland-planting subsidies might affect deer populations.
Scottish SPCA rescues squirrel kits from a ditch
The native species faces ongoing threats from habitat loss.
Light pollution affecting lizards' physical functions
Urban lizards' gene activity is being disrupted.
Kirsty Young elected as RCVS VN Council chair
The educator will take her three-year post at Royal College Day.
VN researchers invite input on mental health curriculum
SVNs and VN educators could help co-design a webinar.
BVNA to honour 'unsung heroes' of veterinary care
The campaign forms part of Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month 2026
Nominees revealed for new BVA awards
The organisation will present three new awards in June.
Guest speaker for Royal College Day announced
Sir David Spiegelhalter OBE is a renowned statistician and author.
Finalists revealed for Young Vet of the Year 2026
The winner will be announced at the BVA Awards Dinner on 11 June.
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.
Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance
