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Following the success of the campaign in England and Wales, we have confirmed a similar scheme will launch in Scotland to provide dog owners with the opportunity to have their dog microchipped for free in the run up to the change in law.

Violence towards animals and violence towards people are often interconnected problems, and as such, this phenomenon has been termed the Link. Violence towards animals is a strong predictor that the abuser may inflict violence on people. However, it must not be assumed this is always the case. Professionals treating an animal or a human patient/client who has been subjected to abuse are uniquely situated to act in the role of ‘first responders’ when they suspect or recognize animal abuse, human abuse, or family violence. To more fully understand the Link the authors introduce Bronfenbrenner’s bioecological systems model through which to examine the complexity of the problem. Using data from earlier studies in which they interviewed police officers, other law enforcers, veterinarians, social workers, and community and family members, the authors discuss the correlation between animal cruelty and family violence. Furthermore, they examine how Bronfenbrenner’s bioecological systems model has the potential to better support animal and human health and welfare professionals in the identification of strategies for animals and humans caught in abusive settings. The authors recommend that these professionals become familiar with the bioecological systems model, which will enable them to better understand the psychological problems of animal cruelty and family violence and the different bioecological contributing factors. The authors emphasize transdisciplinary collaboration as vital in the recognition, prevention, and protection of animal and human victims trapped in family violence.

[...]to our earlier correspondence (VR, June 23, 2012, vol 170, p 652), we are pleased to announce the inaugural meeting of the Association of Charity Vets at the School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, University of Nottingham on Saturday, February 2, 2013.

There is an abundance of differential tables, and I particularly like the diagnostic decision trees, such as those in the chapter on skin disorders.