Tag: Language

A ‘joy of life’ deaf dog learns sign language at an RSPCA animal center near Swansea. The talented Senior Staffie is a “wonderful example of how resilient animals can be” and “proof that you can teach an old dog new tricks.” Eight-year-old Rocco can read hand signals and body language, and understands basic commands like “sit,” “down,” and “stay,” despite …

These resources will improve personal connections and communication between veterinarians and customers, educate pet owners about the need to prioritize wellness visits, and much more. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has released the Language of Veterinary Care, a suite of comprehensive new online tools designed to help veterinarians effectively communicate the value of animal prevention and the importance of …

This week’s decision by the European Court of Justice that veterinary medicinal products should be labeled in Ireland in both Irish and English has “limited and temporary benefit”. On St. Patrick’s Day, the court issued its first judgment in the Irish language. It found that Irish legislation on the labeling and package leaflet of veterinary medicinal products “did not meet …

An Irish language activist says the government should follow the decision of the European Court of Justice and require veterinary instructions in Irish. The court ruled today that the Ministry of Agriculture should have required bilingual packaging when implementing an EU directive from 2001. The regulation has since been amended to allow the use of English or Irish – but …