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Vets express concern over dachshund Crufts win

Vets express concern over dachshund Crufts win

Dachshunds are fast becoming the UK’s most fashionable dog breed, but many prospective owners are unaware of their associated health...

BVA reiterates call for tighter restrictions on pet travel

BVA reiterates call for tighter restrictions on pet travel

The Government has "no immediate plans" to change its recommendations on pet travel. Association appeals to government to reexamine the...

Wales to improve dog breeding standards

Wales to improve dog breeding standards

The ban of third party sales of dogs is also supported in the review. Environment minister commits to improvements following...

Dogs Trust seeking research funding applications

Dogs Trust seeking research funding applications

Dogs Trust is hoping to secure better dog welfare for years to come through its Canine Welfare Grants Committee. Funding...

New study to investigate whether dogs can detect cancer in each other

New study to investigate whether dogs can detect cancer in each other

Medical Detection Dogs are hopeful that this trial will also help in the training of future detection dogs. Charity aims...

Government launches new ‘Petfished’ campaign

Government launches new ‘Petfished’ campaign

The ‘petfished’ campaign hopes to educate potential pet buyers on the tactics that deceitful sellers use to trick buyers. Public...

UK dog vomiting officially an outbreak confirms SAVSNET

UK dog vomiting officially an outbreak confirms SAVSNET

Dogs usually make a full recovery with routine symptomatic therapy. New data shows pattern of disease is beyond expectations An...

Dog with rare condition causing ‘wobbly’ walk looking for forever home

Dog with rare condition causing ‘wobbly’ walk looking for forever home

Winston was brought in to RSPCA Essex South, Southend and District Branch as a stray. One-year-old Staffie hops and skips...

Lack of council resources affecting animal welfare, charity warns

Lack of council resources affecting animal welfare, charity warns

The Blue Cross says that local authority cuts are likely to have had a signifcant impact on officers to enforce...

Researchers invent new health tracker for pets

Researchers invent new health tracker for pets

The sensor could help turn findings from sniffer dogs into measurable data. Sensor can detect vital signs through fur and...