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WSAVA Welcomes New President at World Congress

The World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) will introduce its new President, Dr Peter Ihrke, Professor of Dermatology at the University of California School of Veterinary Medicine, at this year's World Congress in Birmingham. The event takes place between 11-15 April.

Dr Ihrke originally graduated from and completed a Residency in Dermatology at the University of Pennsylvania. He is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Dermatology (ACVD). In addition to his role at the University of California, he is an Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology at Stanford University School of Medicine.

An umbrella organisation focused on enhancing the clinical care of companion animals around the world, the WSAVA represents 180,000 veterinarians globally through 92 member associations, including the BSAVA. It is expanding rapidly, having welcomed 13 new member associations during 2011. These included The American Veterinary Medical Association and The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association. The Society of Japanese Companion Animal Practitioners and The Japanese Board of Veterinary Practitioners also joined long-standing WSAVA member, The Japan Small Animal Veterinary Association in membership.

During WSAVA/FECAVA/BSAVA Congress, the WSAVA’s Executive Board, headed by Peter Ihrke, and its key committees will meet to drive forward initiatives in areas including the development of global CE programmes; the creation of tools to enable common approaches and standards of care and promoting the importance of veterinary medicine within the global matrix of One Health.
He comments: “I’m honoured and delighted to take up the presidency of the WSAVA at this exciting time. The global ‘connectivity' offered by the WSAVA gives us a great base from which to improve companion care around the world. We’re looking forward to meeting our global colleagues at World Congress and continuing our important work to drive the profession forward and to strengthen the human/animal bond.”

Virbac launches broad spectrum wormer for dogs, Endogard

Virbac Animal Health has increased its parasite control range with the launch of a broad spectrum wormer for dogs called Endogard™.

Based on proven actives Praziquantel, Pyrantel and Febantel, Endogard offers treatment against most types of intestinal worms found commonly in dogs. It is presented in two tablet sizes for easy dosage.

Ms Victoria Hudson, Product Manager for Endo and Ectoparasiticides, explained. “While we’re known for developing innovative products which help practices generate additional revenue streams, we can also support them by offering cost effective and proven products for routine use.  Endogard is a perfect example. The efficacy of its active ingredients is well established; it’s simple for owners to administer and it’s also affordable which will bring them back to the practice.”

National Pet Month 2012: Your pets and you: a winning team

From 7 April – 7 May, National Pet Month will be encouraging people to team up with their pets to get happy and healthy.

During the month, thousands of people will be celebrating happy times with their pets at hundreds of events up and down the country. While many of these events will raise funds for local animal charities, National Pet Month is not just about fund raising. It is also all about raising awareness of how pets make people’s lives happier and healthier, and how we can repay the pets we love by looking after them responsibly.

Details of how to join in and become a supporter are on our website www.nationalpetmonth.org.uk. You can set up an event yourself, or enter one of the National Pet Month competitions, or just check out the website to see what’s happening in your area.

Phil Sketchley, chairman of NPM said:
“Keep in touch with what’s on in your area by looking on our website. We are also planning some great competitions too.
National Pet Month is an opportunity for us all to learn more about responsible pet care so we can enjoy our pets and make a winning team for many years to come. By following our 10 top tips, our animals will enjoy healthier and longer lives,”.