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Cats may transmit COVID-19 to other cats, study suggests
The findings suggest cats may be capable of becoming infected with the virus when exposed to people or other cats...

‘Covid detection dogs’ trial to get underway
The trial will establish whether the dogs could be used as a potentially new non-invasive, early warning mesaure to detect...

Cats Protection launches hands-free adoption service
Cats Protection has launched a new Hands-Free Homing service for potential pet owners during the coronavirus pandemic. Scheme set to...

Adolescent dogs ‘more likely to ignore commands’
"Many dog owners and professionals have long known or suspected that dog behaviour can become more difficult when they go...

Lyme disease causes potentially treatable condition in cats
Lyme disease is extremely rare in cats and has never before been reported to affect their hearts. Owners urged to...

New DNA testing scheme for the papillon
Von Willebrand disease type 1 has been observed in the papillon. Scheme designed to combat Von Willebrand disease type 1. ...

Researchers discover ‘promising’ new treatment for canine epilepsy
Adding MCT oil to a dried-kibble diet may reduce epileptic seizures and improve a dog’s quality of life. Study highlights...

Potential pet owners warned of online scam
The adverts were posted on pet and general online selling websites, as well as social media. More than £282,000 lost...

‘A dog is for life, not just for lockdown’
Dogs Trust fears there could be a spike in people giving up their dog when life returns to normal. Online...

ADCH launches emergency fund for rescue organisations
The fund will provide one-off grants of up to £10,000. Fund will support activities directly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic....