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New DNA testing scheme for one of Britain’s rarest dogs
Otterhound breed numbers are very low. Scheme tests for Glanzmann’s thrombasthenia in the otterhound. A new DNA testing scheme for...
RSPCA Cymru dealing with over 50 incidents a day during lockdown
"Animal cruelty has not stopped for the coronavirus. There are still countless animals across the country in urgent need of...
Separation anxiety a ‘ticking time bomb’, warns Dogs Trust
"Just make sure that you factor time apart from your dog each day to help them be able to cope...
Pet cats in New York test positive for COVID-19
The pet cats lived in two separate areas of New York State. Felines are the first pets in the US...
App to help owners monitor congestive heart failure in their pets
"Having a means of remote monitoring is more important than ever." Tool generates data that can be shared remotely with...
BSAVA issues guidance on neutering during lockdown
The guidance is designed to help vets when risk-assessing the need for neutering. Advice supplements advice issued by the RCVS...
RSPCA to begin rehoming again
There have been more than a million visits to the RSPCA’s rehoming pages in recent weeks. Move follows staggering rise...
New challenge to support homeless people and their pets
The challenge is suited to all ages and abilities. Street Paws campaign aims to fill the fundraising gap left by...
New BSAVA guidance on pet vaccinations
The guidance forms part of a suite of COVID-19 tools the BSAVA has produced for the profession. Guidance to help...
Guide Dogs launches COVID-19 information line
"Something I have taken for granted all my life is being able to ask someone if I can take their...