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The BCVA's bull pre-breeding examination certificate
Colin Penny,
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Colin Penny
Division of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, University of Edinburgh, Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, Easter Bush Veterinary Centre, Roslin, Midothian, EH25 9RG
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Colin Penny
Division of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, University of Edinburgh, Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, Easter Bush Veterinary Centre, Roslin, Midothian, EH25 9RG
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