The European Commission has announced new rules to harmonise the vaccination of animals against the most serious animal diseases as part of efforts to address the largest epidemic of avian flu observed in the EU so far. Avian influenza is a highly contagious viral disease which occurs primarily in poultry and wild water birds. There […]
Germany tightens animal transport rules, urges EU-wide follow-up – EURACTIV.com
Germany will further restrict the transport of live animals to countries outside the EU, but without EU-wide regulation, the Agriculture Ministry’s push could remain ineffective. Read the original German article here. After withdrawing German veterinary certificates for cattle, sheep and goats to be slaughtered and fattened for non-EU states earlier this year, Agriculture Minister Cem […]
The importance of healthy animals for the wellbeing of pet owners – EURACTIV.com
On this World Mental Health Day – and in recognition of the European Care Strategy, which aims to ensure quality, affordable and accessible care services for all1 – we at Zoetis would like to shed some light on the important role that pets can play in the lives, health, and wellbeing of families in Europe. […]