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The reality of the risks posed by African swine fever and how vets can help
30 Jul 2019 | Chrstine Middlemiss | Disease
UK Chief Vet Christine Middlemiss highlights the risks posed by African swine fever.
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Continued vigilance and joint working are our best defence against Bluetongue
17 Jun 2019 | John Fishwick | Disease
BVA Senior Vice President John Fishwick warns against complacency in relation to the infectious diseases currently spreading through Europe, especially bluetongue
Alabama Rot: An update
31 May 2019 | David Walker | Disease
David Walker, Head of Medicine at Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists, gives an update on Cutaneous and renal glomerular vasculopathy (CRGV), sometimes called Alabama Rot, the disease characterised by sores or lesions usually on the bottom part of a dog’s legs.
Looking for disease threats – APHA’s role
30 May 2019 | Fin Twomey | Disease
Fin Tworney, Head of the Surveillance Intelligence Unit at the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), explains how APHA works to spot new and emerging disease and encourages vets to get involved.
Considering the wider determinants of welfare – a comprehensive approach to the welfare of livestock during transport
12 Feb 2019 | John Fishwick | Disease
With growing media interest and political appetite to make improvements to animal transportation, BVA Senior Vice President, John Fishwick, unpacks why it is important to holistically consider the impact of all aspects of transport on animal welfare.
CHS month: So, your client has been sold a pup?
24 Jan 2019 | Pauline Tolhurst | Disease
Pauline Tolhurst – passionate Labrador owner and small animal vet – explains why the Schemes are so important and why it is vital that every hip and elbow radiograph is submitted.
CHS month: Crossbreeds and non-breeding dogs can benefit too
10 Jan 2019 | Daniella Dos Santos | Disease
BVA Junior Vice President, Daniella Dos Santos explains why the Canine Health Schemes are relevant for all dogs.
CHS month: What exactly is the BVA KC ISDS Eye Examination Scheme?
07 Jan 2019 | Peter Bedford | Disease
To ensure that your dog has healthy eyes, particularly for breeding purposes, a routine examination for the presence of inherited problems is necessary - but what exactly does that entail?
What’s coming up for #teamvet in 2019?
04 Jan 2019 | Simon Doherty | Disease
Ringing in the New Year allows us to reflect and look ahead to the next 12 months. BVA President Simon Doherty catches a breath and looks back on the past year’s highlights at BVA.
CHS month: The workings of the Hip and Elbow Dysplasia Schemes
03 Jan 2019 | Jerry V. Davies | Disease
In a series of blogs, Chief Scrutineer, Dr Jerry V. Davies, will outline the workings of the Canine Health Schemes, how they can help you as a breeder or owner, and how the schemes can provide useful health information for your pet dog.
African swine fever: An update
20 Dec 2018 | Duncan Berkshire | Disease
African swine fever (ASF) is a devastating and often fatal disease which has been spreading in parts of eastern and central Europe since 2007. Duncan Berkshire, President of the Pig Veterinary Society, gives a update on the current situation.
Veterinary Diagnostic Practice and the challenge of Antimicrobial Resistance
19 Nov 2018 | Kristen K. Reyher, Henry Buller, Ray Chan and Alison Bard | Disease
Will a better understanding of veterinary diagnostic practices, and of the possible role of rapid and innovative diagnostic technology help in the drive to reduce the overall use of antimicrobials in livestock farming, and thus help decrease antimicrobial resistance amongst both animal and human pathogens?
Breeding change – vets and vet nurses tackling root cause animal welfare problems
26 Oct 2018 | Sean Wensley | Disease
For as long as humans have used animals - for transport, food, sport, companionship and more - we have recognised the benefits of breeding from the best suited naturally occurring individuals. Sean Wensley discusses how far is too far.
Extreme conformation - How vets can play their part
23 Oct 2018 | Hayley Atkin | Disease
As we launch our overarching position on extreme conformation, BVA Policy Officer, Hayley Atkin, explores how vets can play their part to work towards healthier future generations of animals.
The challenges and opportunities of the farm practice in 2020
19 Oct 2018 | Pete Orpin | Disease
Farm practice has undergone a quiet revolution in the last 2-5 years. Here, Pete Orpin explains what the big challenges are, and what opportunities they represent.
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