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Third party puppy sales set to be banned
The legislation is planned to come into force on the 6 April 2020. ‘Lucy’s Law’ legislation also aims to deter...
Weather conditions could explain drop in Alabama rot cases
Alabama rot was first detected in the UK in 2012 but a definitive cause has not yet been identified. Figures...
New figures show dog theft is on the rise
The Staffordshire bull terrier was the most stolen breed in 2018. Staffies, crossbreeds and chihuahuas most commonly-stolen breeds The number...
DNA testing scheme for miniature poodles approved
OC in miniature poodles is characterised by abnormalities in cartilage and bone development. Scheme tests for osteochondrodysplasia A new DNA...
‘Cocktail party’ effect also applies to dogs – study
Dogs responded to their own name when it was spoken at the same volume or louder than background noise. Dogs...
New webinars on preventative rabbit healthcare
The webinars have been designed to be accessible and engaging to all vets and nurses, regardless of experience. Webinars cover...
Homemade cat food recipes ‘could be harmful’
Many recipes had less than 50 per cent of the recommended allowances of several essential nutrients. US study finds majority...
Dogs in hot cars calls reach three-year high
"Vets all too often see the unfortunate and sometimes tragic consequences of dogs being left on their own in hot...
Hampshire vets to offer novel liver shunt procedure
‘The novel aspects of this technique lead to relatively low complication with high success rates’ – SCVS. Technique developed at...
Dogs Trust gets two awards for communications work
The Parliamentary Charity Awards recognise charities that lead their field in communicating with parliamentarians. (Stock photo) MPs nominate best campaigns...