Which breed is predisposed to canine leishmaniosis?

In our last poll we asked you the most effective treatment for feline pancreatitis. 54% selected the correct answer which was intravenous fluid support. Congratulations!

This time we’re asking you which breed of dog is predisposed to leishmaniosis. To take part register and select the correct option on the Vetstart homepage.

Larges European award celebrates veterinary innovation

Vets, scientists and veterinary students that are carrying out innovative research that will help to improve dog health have the chance to receive funding and a prestigious award for their work, thanks to the launch of the largest veterinary awards in Europe.

Nominations for the new Kennel Club Charitable Trust Veterinary Awards, underwritten by a major gift from the Vernon and Shirley Hill Family Foundation, are now open and will close on 30th November 2012.

The Awards have been created to recognise innovative researchers, veterinary scientists and students from around the world, who have carried out research that has helped to improve the health and wellbeing of dogs.

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The Kennel Club launch awards to support research into dog health

The awards will be launched at Crufts NEC Birmingham on 11 March. There will be 3 main categories: The Lifetime Achievement Award, The International Prize in Canine Health Award and The Student Inspiration Award. Each award carries a significant amount of funding.

Funding has kindly been provided by the Vernon and Shirley Hill Family Foundation.

Of particular interest to veterinary students is The Student Inspiration Award, a £10 000 prize fund presented to an extraordinary student who demonstrates potential to advance the frontiers of veterinary medicine.

Learn more at Crufts.

The three major issues presented at the BVA Welsh Dinner revolved around the government’s apprehension in carrying out advice from the industry, and a welcome change to tuition fees for Welsh students. Whilst tuition fee funding is welcome news, why is the government ignoring the veterinary community’s advice on TB and poor breeding practice?

Read more for the full BVA release.

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