British Veterinary Association (BVA)

Are you ready to kickstart your sustainability journey? 🌍 The veterinary profession has a opportunity to not only contribute, but to lead and advocate in the #OneHealth space to ensure the UK reaches net zero and tackles climate change. In our latest blog, we explore the role of veterinary workplaces in environmental sustainability and how our new Net zero report can help inspire change. Read now 👉 https://ow.ly/6u1A50UzoOu #GreenTeamVet Vet Sustain

Congratulations to everyone recognised in the #NewYearsHonoursList for services to vet medicine and animal health and welfare - including former Sheep Veterinary Society President, Amanda Carson, who received an MBE for services to farming and the protection of rare breeds! 👉 https://ow.ly/yMIt50Uzpu8 #TeamVet

🚨 #MetOffice has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice across many parts of the UK ❄️ Salt, grit, antifreeze spills, and prolonged cold weather can pose serious risks to your pets' safety. Check out our top tips to keep your pets safe and warm during this chilly weather 👉 https://lnkd.in/dwE6EVHX #WeatherAware #PetSafety Met Office

📢 Only two weeks remain in the exclusive BVA member window, offering you the chance to secure a fully-funded educational bursary for #BVALive 2025. Along with high quality CPD, you'll get the chance to debate important topics in our buzzing #InteractiveZone and make new connections with other members of #TeamVet. Spaces are limited - register before 17 January 2025 👉 https://ow.ly/FgzC50Uv6LQ

Kick off the #NewYear with a new resolution - to champion #BVA members and the wider #veterinary profession! We're searching for our next Junior Vice President, who will go on to become President in 2026. This role is open to veterinary surgeon BVA members at any stage of their career, and across all disciplines. Interested? Apply by 20 January 2025 👉 https://ow.ly/ulbY50QlnFA

Happy New Year from all of us at #TeamBVA! And a big huge thank you to all members of #TeamVet who worked last night and over Christmas to support their clients and patients over the festive season.

#ICYMI BVA President Elizabeth Mullineaux spoke about the value of vet care and gave advice to pet owners as part of a special #MoneyBox programme for BBC Radio 4 on the cost of owning a pet. Listen now 👉 https://ow.ly/AfPS50UxVoz

Are you looking for ways to keep your pets safe and calm during #fireworks? Remember to move small pets such as rabbits and guinea pigs indoors ahead of #NewYearsEve. Give them lots of bedding to help mask the loud sounds. Read more tips 👉 https://ow.ly/lsQA50UxRjq

Did you take part in the #AntibioticAmnesty? Complete the survey to help RUMA Companion Animal and Equine track how many unused and out-of-date antibiotics have been returned. All vet practices that complete the survey get a chance to win vouchers for a practice pizza party! Respond here 👉 https://ow.ly/op0G50Uw4aF

#Fireworks may look pretty but they can be really distressing for pets and other animals. It can be helpful to close curtains and windows and provide background noise to help mask the loud sounds. You can find more #FireworkSafety tips here 👇