We received a promotional copy of With the SAS and Other Animals which Glen Cousquer BSc (Hons), BVM&S, CertZooMed, MRCVS kindly reviewed for us

“With the SAS and other animals” provides a fascinating account of a young, Royal Army Veterinary Corps officer’s, six-month tour of duty in the Sultanate of Oman. The significance of this, somewhat unusual, attachment emerges through the author’s biographical account of his contribution to the Dhofar War. The account is colourful, vivid and entertaining, bringing to life the many challenges of this fine example of a “Hearts and Minds” operation.

Andrew Higgin’s account of his experiences as the last of the British Army Training Team’s vets in Dhofar is fascinating on a number of levels. Firstly, it will be of interest to veterinary professionals who have worked and travelled in the developing world. It will be particularly inspiring to young vets in their first year or two of practice, who are wondering where their new qualification, skills and training can take them.

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University launches veterinary research project – infectious diseases in livestock

Nottingham University is furthering a range of charitable medical causes, including the treatment of infectious diseases in livestock and the advancement of vaccination worldwide.

To take part, donate or learn more about Nottingham University’s campaign, please take a look at the Impact microsite.

Verenium and Novus International are teaming up to launch a new suite of late stage enzymes. Enzymes are key in effective animal nutrition during treatment, as well as effective livestock management. The market for enzymes in animal nutrition is swiftly expanding.

Verenium and Novus International will take an equal share in the profit and the new enzyme suite will share the brand of both companies.

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Farmers and others working with livestock are being urged to pick up a free medical contact card at county shows across the UK this summer. The card helps to make GPs and farmers more aware of the threat to human health presented by the animal diseases that can also infect man. Produced by the Women’s [...]