The FCI President, Dr. Tamas Jakkel, and Dr. Jane Ladlow of the Animal Health Trust and BOAS Research Group at the University of Cambridge signed the cooperation agreement about the BOAS (Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome). The purpose of this agreement is to improve the health of the brachycephalic breeds, by developing guidelines for the breeders
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Our french colleagues revealed recent statistics about the feline population in France and their representation in veterinary clinics compared to dogs. There are twice as many cats in France as there are dogs, the number is estimated to around 14 million, and the population is increasing by 3% every year; however, feline patients at veterinary
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UEVP and FVE General Assembly The UEVP (Union of European Veterinary Practitioners) General Assembly was held in Brussels, Belgium on 7th November 2019, followed by the FVE (Federation of Veterinarians of Europe) General Assembly on 8th and 9th November. FECAVA was represented by Danny Holmes and Ann Criel. FECAVA represents small animal practitioners across Europe
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FVE (Federation of Veterinarians of Europe) presented the revised European Veterinary Code of Conduct. According to FVE President Rens van Dobbenburgh, standards for the practice of veterinary medicine are necessary for the health and welfare of animals, for public health, and also to ensure public trust in the veterinary profession. The Code aims to serve
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