Tail docking is the removal of a dog’s tail in part or whole for cosmetic reasons or to prevent possible injury. It is an outdated practice that involves cutting or crushing muscle, nerves, and bone ...

The BVA Research Travel Scholarship (Harry Steele-Bodger Memorial Travel Scholarship) was established in September 1953 to honour the memory of Henry W Steele-Bodger, President of the Association from ...

Veterinary waste consists of both hazardous and non-hazardous waste, all which must be segregated, classified, described, packaged, labelled, and disposed of in line with regulatory requirements.

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has maintained the highest Investors in the Environment (iiE) ‘Green’ level ...

Pet owners are increasingly opting for non-traditional diets for their cats and dogs. Our latest BVA Voice of the Veterinary Profession research showed 94% of companion animal vets have clients who ...

Following the launch of our online FAQs, 'How can I reduce my pet's environmental impact?', we've developed a range of member resources to help you share this new tool with your clients and support ...

Vets have a vital role to play in helping to make their workplaces and communities more environmentally friendly. They bring a great mix of experience and knowledge to conversations around ...

Antimicrobials (or antibiotics) are essential in veterinary and human medicine to treat disease. We need to safeguard the use of existing antimicrobials and develop new ones. Antimicrobial resistance ...

Veterinary medicine is considered to be highly competitive, and the course is regularly touted as being one of the hardest to secure a place on. However, BVA, the Association of Veterinary Students, ...

Whether you’re at school and planning your career path or considering changing your career later in the life, training to be a vet can be hugely rewarding. Veterinary degrees usually contain a mix of ...

The British Veterinary Association (BVA), which represents more than 19,000 vets across the UK, has responded to the ...

According to BVA's Voice of the Veterinary Profession survey, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a top three concern for vets, with almost half (49%) of vets listing it as the most pressing animal ...