EAZWV: Update on the activities of the European Association of Zoo and Wildlife Veterinarians
On June 11, 2026, a report by EAZWV (European Association of Zoo and Wildlife Veterinarians) was presented during the UEVP General Assembly in Rovaniemi. The report was presented by Sanna Hellström, and a representative of the association also participated in the discussion.
EAZWV was founded in 1996 and today unites veterinarians working in zoos, wildlife rehabilitation centers, scientific in...
Athina Trachili - General Secretary UEVP (Greece): Why are "exotic" animal diseases increasingly threatening Europe?
On June 11, 2026, during the UEVP General Assembly in Rovaniemi, Athina Trachili (Greece) delivered a report on the topic "Why exotic diseases are becoming challenging for Europe?". She spoke in detail about the reasons for the spread of transboundary animal diseases in Europe and shared the experience of Greece, which faced large-scale outbreaks in 2024.
Climate change
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FECAVA: Medicated feed for pets - risks, challenges and the position of the European Federation
The PO "Society of Veterinary Business Owners" has the status of observer in FECAVA (Federation of European Companion Animal Veterinary Associations) - a European federation uniting national associations of small animal veterinarians. Thanks to this status, each member of our Association has the opportunity to enjoy full membership rights in FECAVA, in particular, to participate in scientific ev...
On June 11, 2026, during the UEVP General Assembly in Rovaniemi, the Finnish experience in organizing veterinary services at the municipal level was presented and the new animal welfare law, which significantly changes approaches to dog breeding, was discussed. The information was presented within the agenda items dedicated to the veterinary crisis preparedness model and the regulation of dog breeding.
Municipal cooperation and emergency response system.
In Finland, a significant part of e...
A single digital space instead of disparate chats and mail - European experience in organizing the work of a veterinary association. Julien Le Tual (SNVEL, France).
On June 11, 2026, during a working meeting within the framework of European veterinary events, Julien Le Tual (SNVEL, France) presented practical experience in implementing a single digital platform for the work of a professional veterinary organization. A problem faced by almost all organizations.
The meeting participants drew a...
