Sheep Veterinary Society
We aim to promote the prevention of disease and the welfare of sheep by providing a forum for discussion, distribution of research results and provision of advice on veterinary matters relating to sheep.
BLUETONGUE Hub
Latest information, webinars and updates on Bluetongue.
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Scanning and lambing are stressful, busy times for vets and farmers, even more so when things go wrong. At these times it is still imperative to use evidence to guide our thinking and actions. The Bluetongue (BTV) and Schmallenberg (SBV) viruses have dominated so much of our thoughts and conversations in the last few months. Even so, where they are suspected, testing for these viruses is essential, not only for national surveillance purposes, but also for animal health and welfare.
This study is a repeat of a survey we ran at the University of Nottingham School of Veterinary Science and Medicine during the initial outbreak of Schmallenberg virus in Europe in 2012/13 and again during the outbreaks in 2017 and 2023. The 2017 study is available at this url (open access): https://bvajournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1136/vr.104866 .
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If you enter your postcode in the search box you will be offered a list of your nearest vets and their practise details in approximate distance order.
Upcoming Events
External Events, Webinars
Find out how you can calculate the cost of vaccinating your livestock against bluetongue virus and how much it could save you.
We will demonstrate the new interactive calculators that we have developed to help you estimate the cost of vaccinating your sheep and cattle, and how much it could save you e.g. through improved productivity, fertility and mortality.
External Events
To be held at the Wales Veterinary Science Centre, and local farms.