[unable to retrieve full-text content]An extinct dolphin species likely from the Oligocene has been discovered. The fossil is one of the few fossil dolphins from the equator, and is a reminder that Oligocene cetaceans may have ranged widely in tropical waters....
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Vets commend Government on new puppy welfare plans
22 December 2017
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With responsible breeding and pet ownership among vets' priorities, BVA welcomes the Government's proposed legislation to crack down on unscrupulous breeders
The Government today (22 December) announced that legislation to crack down on unscrupulous breeders and illegal puppy smuggling could be introduced in early 2018.
The proposals under consideration include compulsory licensing for anyone...
Vets welcome Scottish Government’s action on aquaculture
19 December 2017
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A new Strategic framework for fish health will ensure sustainable Scottish aquaculture
...Vets welcome Scottish Government’s action on aquaculture
19 December 2017
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A new Strategic framework for fish health will ensure sustainable Scottish aquaculture
BVA and the Fish Veterinary Society (FVS) welcome the new Scottish Government Strategic Framework for Fish Health, as work begins on measures to improve the health of farmed fish.
Ronnie Soutar, FVS President, will represent the two veterinary organisations at the first meeting...
Vets warn pet owners of edible Christmas hazards
18 December 2017
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Chocolate poisoning remains the top cause of toxic ingestion in dogs over Christmas, followed by raisin or sultana poisoning.
81% of vets across the UK saw at least one case of toxic ingestion in pets during the 2016 festive period, reveal findings from a survey released today, prompting the British Veterinary Association (BVA) to...
Rejection of animal sentience from Brexit Bill risks UK short-fall on high animal welfare standards
17 November 2017
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Recognising animals as sentient beings capable of feelings such as pain and contentment is a founding principle of animal welfare science
MPs have voted to reject the inclusion of a crucial clause that would transfer the recognition of animal sentience into UK law post Brexit in an eight-hour parliamentary debate on the EU (Withdrawal)...