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New clinical support app for small animal practitioners
The app will provide quick access to the latest evidence-based information. ‘VETbytes’ provides easy access to the latest evidence-based information....

Government warned of a possible ‘pet crisis’
"We need the government to determine the impact COVID-19 has had on puppy farming, smuggling and unlawful selling of puppies...

Owners urged to get their guinea pigs neutered
Guinea pigs breed incredibly quickly. RSPCA fears COVID-19 crisis could lead to a rise in unwanted litters. The RSPCA is...

International Cat Day 2020 details released
"The secret to a Happy Cat is understadning eash cat’s needs." Veterinary professionals and specialists will explore ‘what makes a...

Study highlights gap in owner knowledge around welfare needs
Economic factors, time and access to available knowledge can prevent proper pet care. Knowledge not always adequately communicated and understood...

Battersea issues guidance on separation anxiety
"There are steps every owner can start taking now to ease this anxiety" – Ali Taylor, Battersea. Advice to help...

‘Don’t be Dogfished’, pet lovers warned
"We might be in the midst of a pandemic, but these devious sellers will still use every trick in the...

Kennel Club announces collaboration with Dogs New Zealand
The organisations have agreed to operate the Respiratory Function Grading Scheme which assesses dogs for for BOAS. Collaboration will help...

New guidance to help owners ease their pets out of lockdown
"We hope that this information will help vets to support their clients and their pets when faced with potential challenges...

Single “dog year” not equal to seven “human years” – study
The study found that a one-year-old dog is similar to a 30-year-old human. One year old dog is similar to...