"We've got the vaccine, let's use it." As #bluetongue movement restrictions ease, BVA Scottish Branch Senior Vice President Gareth Hateley spoke to BBC Farming Today to urge farmers to vaccinate their animals against the disease. www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... 🔊 From 10.26

Welcome to #VetSchool! 🎉 Welcome weeks are kicking off at vet schools across the country, and we’ve been on the road visiting many #VetsInTheMaking. If you're a first-year student, make sure you sign up for a year of free membership 👉 ow.ly/EMZ750X0LC7 📸 University of Surrey

Hear directly from Defra at the next session in our 'Reforming the #VeterinarySurgeonsAct' webinar series. 🕖 7pm 📅 Tuesday 30 September 🔗 Register here 👉 ow.ly/FLfw50WVTWv

Congrats to the BVA #YoungVetOfTheYearAward finalists! Early-career vets Jade Urquhart-Gilmore, Leah Hunter & Rosemary Charnley have been named as finalists for this year's prestigious award, sponsored by Zoetis. Read about their inspiring work and achievements ⬇️ www.bva.co.uk/news-and-blo...

Environmental #sustainability is personally important to 93% of vets. #GreenTeamVet Along with Vet Sustain , we've created a handy new resource to help you support your clients to reduce their pet’s carbon pawprint. Take a look ⬇️ www.bva.co.uk/news-and-blo...

Ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections, we've published a new manifesto calling on Scotland’s political parties to prioritise support for veterinary education and legislation on vital animal welfare issues in their party manifestos. Find out more ⬇️ www.bva.co.uk/news-and-blo...

Catch up on your reading with the September issue of In Practice @Vet_Record 👉 ow.ly/cvUH50WWWXn Inside are articles on clinical examinations of ewes & rams, epizootic haemorrhagic disease viruses in deer, and an update on feline soft tissue sarcomas, among other topics.

Spend a day with a vet at @marwellzoo.bsky.social! From rodents to rhinos, there's always someone to look after. #InSafeHands

The programme for #BVACongress at London Vet Show is out! Join us for sessions exploring the potential outcomes & impact of the CMA review, #VeterinarySurgeonsAct reform, artificial intelligence in farm veterinary work, and more. www.bva.co.uk/news-and-blo...

Ahead of the 2026 @SeneddWales elections, we're urging the new Welsh Govt to address vet workforce issues in rural areas by making vets central to delivery of their animal health & welfare policies & incentivising job creation. See our Welsh manifesto asks ⬇️ www.bva.co.uk/news-and-blo...

A new parliamentary report on #biosecurity flags huge concerns over illegal meat imports. We're calling on Govt to urgently develop a national strategy to close border biosecurity gaps & protect the UK from devastating diseases like #AfricanSwineFever. Read more ⬇️ www.bva.co.uk/news-and-blo...

"You’re teaching when you guide a student through a blood draw, explain a diagnosis, or support a colleague through an ethical dilemma." @uclan.ac.uk lecturer Louise Dingley writes how veterinary professionals educate & shape the profession beyond the classroom. www.bva.co.uk/news-and-blo...

Heard the latest episode of the #VRPodcast @Vet_Record? Tune in for a discussion on the recent controversial neutering guidance from #WSAVA, including a perspective from rehoming organisations. Listen on Apple below or Spotify: ow.ly/rp9H50WKi0G podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...

#Bluetongue rules are changing in Wales. Some movement restrictions for BTV-3 vaccinated animals moving from the restricted zone into Wales will be eased from 21 September. Learn more 👇 ruminanthw.org.uk/latest-bluet...

The genetics of obesity- can an old dog teach us new tricks? At this year's #BVACongress Wooldridge Memorial Lecture at London Vet Show, Prof. Giles Yeo will share the results & ramifications of his ground-breaking research into the genetic role of obesity. Find out more: ow.ly/2vZr50WEt3T

Big changes are coming. From the CMA investigation to the reform of the #VeterinarySurgeonsAct, we’re working hard on the issues shaping our profession. Not a BVA member? Join our mailing list to stay up to date with our news, campaigns & lobbying 👉 mybva.bva.co.uk/sign-up-for-...

#DidYouKnow last year we responded to 17 consultations on behalf of our members?   From sustainable farming and licensing of #AnimalWelfare establishments to the CMA investigation, we’ve been working hard to ensure your voice is heard.   Catch up here👉 www.bva.co.uk/take-action/...

“If enacted & enforced as intended, there should be positive animal welfare outcomes." Great to see the Animal Sentience Committee support the #PuppySmugglingBill in their letter to EFRA Committee, with a nod to BVA's campaign on the issue. #CutTheCrop @dannychambers.bsky.social t.co/Li2DhQIovP

The UK #VeterinarySurgeonsAct dates back to 1966 and is no longer fit for purpose. This is your opportunity to get informed and influence what new legislation could look like. Join us at 7pm, Wednesday 3 September for the first in a three-part webinar series. To register 👉 ow.ly/bkws50WILkB

For #WorldPhotographyDay, a BVA HQ staff favourite! Titled 'A Gentle Touch', this incredible photo shows the tiny hand of a ring-tailed lemur gently grasping a vet’s finger while recovering from anaesthesia. #InSafeHands 📸 Sam Price, BVA Veterinary Photographer of the Year 2023 finalist

"Efforts to ease trade shouldn't come at the expense of the UK’s human and animal health & welfare." Following the suspension of extra border checks ahead of the UK-EU deal, we've raised concerns over serious implications for the UK’s biosecurity. ⬇️ www.bva.co.uk/news-and-blo...

Little Yogi had to be extracted from a brick he'd got his head stuck in. The brilliant team at Clyde Vet Group used a combination of muscle relaxant and lubricant to ease him back out safely. Great work from the vet team! 👏 #InSafeHands vettimes.com/news/vets/sm...

Good luck to everyone receiving their #ALevelResults today! 🌟 If your next step is vet school, we’re so excited to welcome you to the profession as you begin your journey as a #VetInTheMaking. #WeAreBVA #ALevels2025

🎓 Huge congratulations to @LivUni Vet School Class of 2025! Welcome you to #TeamVet. If you haven't already, make sure you pre-order your grad gift (personalised scrub hat or BVA beanie!) 👉 www.surveymonkey.com/r/JHB3PSH 📸 Courtesy Alexandra and Norman-Dupuy #WeAreBVA

⚠️ Heatstroke can be fatal for pets, but acting quickly can save lives. Do you know the early signs of heatstroke & what to do in an emergency? [Hint: Use cold water to bring down your pet's body temperature, then head to the nearest vet] bva.co.uk/news-and-blo... @metoffice.gov.uk

"We were looking for practical outcomes to ensure that we’re providing a safe & supportive working environment.” Read on to see how Thrums Vets have benefitted from a #GreatWorkplaces by BVA Silver accreditation. www.bva.co.uk/great-workpl...

From routine checks to surgical emergencies, vet teams in small animal practices are always on their toes. We're pleased to be at Mandeville Veterinary Hospital in Northolt today, taking a peek behind the scene at all that goes into keeping our pets healthy. #InSafeHands #TeamVet

Choosing the right cat food can be confusing - especially with so many marketing claims out there. This #InternationalCatDay, we’re cutting through the noise with expert answers to your most common diet questions. Read our FAQs 👉 ow.ly/5Vp250WBrLH

How many pets come through a vet practice waiting room in just one morning? 🐾 Here’s a peek behind the scenes to see just how busy it gets – and this is just the dogs! #InSafeHands

"We're calling for a holistic, evidence-based approach to parasite control, just like we've done successfully with antibiotics." BVA Sr. Vice President Anna Judson spoke to #BBCFarmingToday on the need for responsible parasiticide use in grazing animals. 🔊 From 09.07 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

🎉 Best of luck to everyone receiving #SQAResults today! Your hard work and dedication have brought you to this point - you should be incredibly proud. If your next step is vet school, we can’t wait to welcome you and share in the excitement during Welcome Week! #TeamVet

*NEWS* Our new policy position on the responsible use of parasiticides in grazing animals calls on vets, SQPs, and livestock & equine owners to take a holistic approach to parasite control to tackle increasing drug resistance & environmental concerns. More info ⬇️ www.bva.co.uk/news-and-blo...

2025. The veterinary voice for animal welfare: reflecting on BVA’s updated Animal Welfare Strategy www.bva.co.uk/news-and-blo... via @britishvets.bsky.social #AnimalWelfare

Planning a trip to @vetshow? Ticket prices will increase at midnight tomorrow. BVA members get 15% off - book now for £322+VAT for access to 17 hours of #CPD, 28 clinical and non-clinical theatres, 450+ expert speakers, networking, and more👉 ow.ly/lUQa50Wxfu3

BVA Past President Malcolm Morley joins Vet Record editor Suzanne Jarvis on the latest episode of the #VRPodcast, reflecting on how personal challenges sparked a drive to represent and advocate for others. Wiley: bvajournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/hub/journal/...

"Our credibility, built on science, collaboration & a commitment to animal health & welfare, ensures that UK veterinary voices are respected on the world stage." Read how BVA champions #AnimalWelfare & shapes policy through global collaboration. www.bva.co.uk/news-and-blo...

📢 Calling all final-year vet students 📢 We know that the transition from student to qualified vet is a significant step. Access the BVA support available to you in your final year and first year qualified, and pre-order your grad gift today 👉 ow.ly/UkSw50Wu4TL #WeAreBVA

Congrats to everyone who graduated from @TheDickVet and welcome to #TeamVet! 🎉 Make sure you pre-order your grad gift (personalised scrub hat or BVA beanie!) 👉https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JHB3PSH) 📸: Thank you to Nicky for sharing your #EdinburghGraduation photos with us #WeAreBVA

⚠️ Take extra precautions when walking your dogs near water bodies this summer to avoid contact with blue-green algae. Blue-green algae can be very toxic for pets, livestock and birds even in small quantities. See a vet immediately in case of any concerns. More info 👇 www.bva.co.uk/news-and-blo...

We've launched a new on-demand library to give BVA members easier access to high-quality #CPD content. The library currently features 28 on-demand recordings, covering a wide range of sessions across our key themes: people, planet and animals. More info👇 www.bva.co.uk/news-and-blo...

Vet school graduations have kicked off 🎉 Congrats to everyone who graduated from @bristoluni.bsky.social last week - welcome to #TeamVet. You can pre-order your personalised scrub hat or BVA beanie - a grad gift from us! surveymonkey.com/r/JHB3PSH #WeAreBVA

Anxious dogs like Rosie need a little extra care and attention. Thankfully, with the wonderful team of vets at Highcliff Vets, she’s #InSafeHands.

In positive news for #AnimalWelfare, the Govt. recently announced a ban on lead ammunition. The use of lead bullets and shots in hunting and sport is a serious and avoidable risk to wildlife, domestic animals, people as well as the environment. www.gov.uk/government/n...

Almost 10 years on since steering the development of BVA's #AnimalWelfare Strategy, Past President Sean Wensley weighs in on the vet profession’s role as animal welfare advocates and explores the strategy's impact in driving meaningful change. www.bva.co.uk/news-and-blo...

We're glad that this German shepherd was rescued in time. A reminder never to leave a pet in a car in this hot weather- even a few minutes can sadly be fatal. Dial 999 if you see a dog in distress in a car. #DogsDieInHotCars #UKheatwave @metoffice.gov.uk www.itv.com/news/meridia...

#Bluetongue poses a significant threat to cattle, sheep, goats & camelids. We're supporting the #DoNotWaitVaccinate campaign in Wales, which encourages farmers to talk to their vet about vaccinating livestock against the virus. #BattleBluetongue

Have you made your nominations for the BVA #WellbeingAwards? The awards, supported by ManyPets, celebrate vet workplaces that embody #GoodVeterinaryWorkplaces values- inclusive, supportive & empowering environments where health & wellbeing come first. ⬇️ bva.co.uk/news-and-blo...

“When I go to vet schools today, I see a different picture on diversity.” - BVA President Liz Mullineaux We were thrilled to host BVLGBT today for their pre #LondonPride2025 brunch - made even more special as it was also a celebration of their 10th birthday! #PrideInLondon

Huge win for #AnimalWelfare! After years of campaigning by BVA & others, we're delighted that the #PuppySmugglingBill has got the MPs' vote. It now heads to @houseoflords.parliament.uk -once passed, it'll help end puppy smuggling & import of pets with harmful mutilations. @dannychambers.bsky.social

Tomorrow MPs will cast their final vote on the #PuppySmugglingBill before it heads to the House of Lords. You can support the Bill's passage through parliament with one last push- simply download & email our template letter to your MP today. ow.ly/ILra50U91M4 #CutTheCrop @dannychambers.bsky.social