Brucella canis is an emerging zoonotic disease in the United Kingdom, presenting significant challenges for veterinary professionals in both diagnosis and clinical management. As those working in practice are at increased risk of occupational exposure, understanding how to recognise, investigate and safely manage affected patients is becoming increasingly important. 

Join this CPD webinar - part of the BVA and In Practice webinar series – to explore the clinical signs of Brucella canis in dogs, the frustrations associated with trying to diagnose it, and to gain practical insights into managing this complex disease in clinical practice. 

What you’ll learn 

Join this session and leave with: 

  • a clear understanding of the clinical signs associated with Brucella canis in dogs 

  • the ability to identify patients at increased risk of carrying Brucella canis 

  • an overview of the diagnostic tests currently available and an understanding of their limitations 

  • practical guidance on interpreting test results and navigating diagnostic challenges 

  • strategies for safely caring for patients with this zoonotic disease while protecting veterinary staff and clients 

Why attend? 

If you're looking to strengthen your approach to diagnosing and managing Brucella canis, this session will provide practical knowledge and guidance that you can apply immediately in practice. 

Meet the speaker 

Katherine Clarke, RCVS & EBVS European Specialist in Small Animal Medicine, graduated from the University of Bristol in 2011. She subsequently worked in a first opinion, small animal practice in Shropshire. During this time, she started her certificate in small animal internal medicine. After three years at this practice, she moved to the Midlands to complete an Internship at Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service, gaining her certificate during this time.  

Katherine joined the team at Davies Veterinary Specialists in May 2018 and completed a 3-year residency programme in small animal medicine in May 2021. She attained the European Diploma in Small Animal Medicine in 2022. As well as being part of the Internal Medicine team at Davies, she is also Infection Control Lead for the hospital. 

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