When, who and how to report to the competent authorities if you suspect the illegal importation of pets in England and Wales Veterinary surgeons can often be the first to suspect that an animal may ...

Great Workplaces by BVA is an innovative accreditation scheme designed to recognise and reward positive workplace culture across both clinical and non-clinical veterinary workplaces. By focusing on ...

Any movement of livestock will have an impact on their health and welfare. The distances that livestock keepers move animals vary widely, from local area movements (for example to pastures, markets, ...

The BVA Ionising Radiations guide is easy to use and written by vets who are radiation protection advisors (RPA). This is the third edition of the guide, which explains the key changes that are now in ...

Why should I get my dog's elbows screened? Many breeds of dog are at risk of developing a condition known as elbow dysplasia. Elbow dysplasia is a common inherited orthopaedic problem in dogs where ...

For 10 years, our Voice of the Veterinary Profession survey has been critical for raising awareness and bringing about change on the issues that matter most to BVA members. Voice gathers invaluable ...

We believe every veterinary workplace should be 100% free from abuse, but the reality is that 57% of vets in clinical practice were intimidated by clients last year and 48% were abused online. Our ...

We’ve joined forces with BSAVA and BVZS to spread the word on the importance of providing companionship for pet rabbits. We’re also doing our own bit of myth busting by encouraging owners not to house ...

The BVA Outstanding Service Award (Chiron Award) is presented for outstanding contributions to veterinary science, or for outstanding services to the veterinary profession, judged in either case as ...

It is essential for sheep health and welfare, that any procedures having the potential to create pain and suffering should be balanced against the need for that procedure. Castration and tail-docking ...

Recent advances in surgery and pharmaceuticals have greatly increased the treatment options available to vets. In addition, euthanasia of an animal is an important part of veterinary work. Both of ...

Why should I get my dog's hips screened? Many breeds of dog are at risk of developing a condition known as hip dysplasia. Hip dysplasia is a common inherited problem that means one or both of the hip ...