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Impulse buying ‘fuelling a pet welfare crisis’
Impulse-buying means that millions of pets are not having their basic welfare needs met. PDSA report shows many potential owners...
Kennel Club announces Assured Breeder Scheme updates
The updates include a recommendation of DNA testing for Lafora’s disease in beagles. Existing Assured Breeders have a grace period...
A quarter of owners use pet monitoring devices
Footage of a boxer stealing food from his owner’s fridge. Survey highlights importance of understanding behaviour More than half of...
Lest we forget
Dogs Trust’s chief executive, Owen Sharp, and ‘Peanut’ at the memorial Fallen animals in war remembered Over 16 million animals...
Study reveals new insights into canine mammary cancer
The study found that spaying can increase the risk of more aggressive cancers. Higher serum oestrogen levels linked to improved...
Dogs have hidden coat colours
The chocolate Labrador (left) is an example of the expression of a ‘fault’ allele that is ‘permitted’ by the breed...
Experts warn of the risks of festive weight gain
Only 15% of owners described their pets as overweight or obese. Pet owners urged to ‘watch and weigh’ to avoid...
AI helps diagnose dogs suffering from chronic pain
Pain associated with CM is challenging to confirm Facial changes associated with Chiari-like malformation identified Cavalier King Charles spaniel (CKCS)...
Animals ‘at risk’ from welfare legislation delays
"It’s time for the new Government to prove to the public that it takes animal welfare seriously" – Claire Horton,...
Assured puppy breeder scheme launched in Scotland
Prospective owners should do their research to ensure they are buying a healthy, happy puppy Health test discount incentive for...