Does my pet need antibiotics?
In 2018 FECAVA Working Group on Hygiene and the Use of Antimicrobials in Veterinary Practice produced a poster in collaboration with the Bella Moss Foundation: FECAVA Advice to Companion Animal […]
New videos on responsible antimicrobial usage by Bella Moss Foundation
The Bella Moss Foundation is a charity that promotes prudent antimicrobial use and hygiene in human and veterinary medicine. It was set up in 2005 by Jill Moss, following the […]
Animal Welfare Organizations and Vets in the Netherlands call for Emergency Action: Don’t buy flat faced dogs
In a joint campaign animal welfare organisations and vets are launching a large consumer-oriented campaign, calling people to refrain from buying an flat faced dog that does not meet the […]
FECAVA Infographics on heatstroke
As extreme summer temperatures hit across Europe, FECAVA produced an Infographic to inform pet owners to prevent and recognize signs of a life-threatening situation – heatstroke. HEATSTROKE IN DOGS Definition: Heatstroke […]
EMA launches a central source of information on veterinary medicines in EU/EEA
EMA – European Medicines Agency established a centralized webpage – The Union Product Database which serves as a single source of information on all authorised veterinary medicines and their availability […]
Welfare friendly examination procedure of dogs and cats without the owner
Many veterinarians are required to conduct clinical examinations on their patients without the presence of the owners due to numerous Covid restrictions. Understandably, this can be stressful for both the […]
Don’t Forget to Give your Pet plenty of WAVES this Summer!
That is the message from Veterinary Ireland to all pet owners during this hot Summer weather. “WAVES” explains Peter Bishton, Veterinary Ireland’s deputy chief executive, “stands for WAter, VEntilation and […]
Noise reactivity
Introduction Anxiety disorders, fear, and phobias are among the most common behavioral problems of companion animals. These problems include generalized anxiety, separation-related problems, and phobias of specific stimuli such as […]
Is your pet afraid of loud noises during the festive season?
FECAVA Animal Behaviour and Welfare Working Group prepared an infographic for pet owners on noise fear during the festive season. Download it in your language: ENGLISH BOSNIAN CROATIAN CZECH DUTCH […]
FECAVA Summer Advice for responsible pet owners
Your pet should always have access to fresh drinking water and shade. Know the signs of overheating/heatstroke in pets (heavy panting, excessive drooling, dry, bright red gums, labored and […]