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BritishVets
@BritishVets
British Veterinary Association (BVA) is the voice of vets in the UK. #TeamVet #AnimalHealth #AnimalWelfare Also find us at britishvets.bsky.social
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bva.co.uk
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    BritishVets
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    Apr 8, 2020
    ⚠️ Contrary to some news reports this morning, we're NOT advising that all cats be kept indoors during the #COVID19 pandemic. Only cats from infected or self-isolating households should be kept indoors as a precaution, if possible. Read our statement bva.co.uk/news-and-blog/…
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    Sep 15, 2023
    The tragic incidents that have led the Prime Minister @rishisunak to announce his intention to ban the American XL bully are deeply distressing. He’s absolutely right, action is needed. However, banning this or any other breed of dog is not going to protect the public. 1/4
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    Nov 21, 2021
    As #ImACeleb gears up for tonight, a reminder of huge concern across #TeamVet about treatment of animals year after year. There’s no justification for insects, rats and reptiles suffering in the name of ‘entertainment’ – please join our calls for @ITV to #GetAnimalsOutOfThere
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    Apr 28, 2022
    ❗ Following this morning's announcement, we've issued a statement strongly criticizing the Government’s decision to scrap the planned introduction of #import checks on animals and animal products coming into the UK from 1 July 2022. Read our statement.
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    Vets say government decision to delay import checks requirement by up to 18 months “flies in the...
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    @BritishVets
    Nov 6, 2022
    With #ImACeleb back on TV tonight, we're highlighting #TeamVet's major concerns about the treatment of animals on the show every year. There’s no justification for insects, rats & reptiles suffering for ‘entertainment’– please join us in asking @ITV to #GetAnimalsOutOfThere.
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    Sep 15, 2023
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    The Govt must tackle the root issue by dealing with the unscrupulous breeders, who are putting profit before welfare, and the irresponsible owners whose dogs are dangerously out of control. 3/4
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    @BritishVets
    Aug 16, 2021
    We've written to @BorisJohnson & @DefraGovUK alongside @theRCVS & @bvnauk calling on govt to ensure veterinary teams working with British-led #animalwelfare charities in #Afghanistan are supported as rescue efforts are stepped up. See our joint statement:
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    Joint statement from BVA, BVNA and the RCVS on veterinary teams in Afghanistan
    Alongside the British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) and the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), we have called on the Government to add Afghan veterinarians and veterinary paraprof...
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    @BritishVets
    Jun 13, 2023
    🌡️We're glad this dog was rescued in time. With temperatures hitting 30 C, it could easily have been a tragic outcome. #DogsDieInHotCars Always dial 999 if you see a dog in distress in a car this summer. See more hot weather tips: ow.ly/ci1850OMJPt ow.ly/Ngof50OMJPw
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    ‘Silent killer’: Walking dogs in hot weather could be ‘as deadly as a hot car’ | British Veterinary...
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    Oct 12, 2020
    *NEWS* Vets lament 'severe blow for animal welfare' after a crucial clause that imposes a requirement for agricultural and food imports to the UK to meet domestic standards, was voted down in the House of Commons, this evening. #Agribill bva.co.uk/news-and-blog/…
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    @BritishVets
    Sep 15, 2023
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    It's essential that Govt works with experts in this field to fully understand the wide-reaching consequences of banning XL bullies and puts the right measures in place, otherwise it risks repeating failings and mistakes of the past 32 years. #ReviewTheAct
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    Coalition responds to PM’s announcement on a ban on XL Bullies | British Veterinary Association
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    BritishVets
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    May 12, 2021
    We're thrilled to see the govt #ActionForAnimals plan commit to prohibiting imports into GB of #dogs with cropped ears. A huge win for the #CutTheCrop and #FlopNotCrop campaigns - well done to everyone who has supported calls to end this barbaric practice. bva.co.uk/news-and-blog/…
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    @BritishVets
    Feb 25, 2021
    *NEWS* We've launched a new petition with @theFOALGroup to call on the Government to close all the legal loopholes that allow the cruel and illegal practice of ear cropping to continue. Sign our petition to help #CutTheCrop. #FlopNotCrop 1/2
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    Leading vets back petition calling for an end to cruel ear cropping practice | British Veterinary...
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    Jul 8, 2019
    Actually, this is exactly who we are. We are proud of being an inclusive association that respects and champions diversity and equality across the veterinary professions. Such comments are highly offensive and we cannot condone them at all @VetAnalyst #TimeForChange 🌈
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    @BritishVets
    Nov 22, 2020
    *RT please* We have serious concerns by the use of animals on #ImACeleb-both with their treatment on the show and with this being promoted as acceptable. Join us, @bvnauk & #BVZS in calling on @ITV to #GetAnimalsOutOfThere ow.ly/LO9T50CrdUB
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