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Dogs not as intelligent as first thought – study
The researchers focussed on physical cognition, sensory cognition, social cognition, spatial cognition and self-awareness. Scientists review evidence on the cognitive...
New-look resource for puppy buyers
The Puppy Contract provides advice on whether a puppy is a right choice for the individual or family. The Puppy...
New star rating system for animal businesses
The new regulations will also see a ban on licensed sellers from dealing in puppies and kittens under the age...
Quiz aims to improve pet ownership skills
More than five million pet owners undertook no research at all before getting their pet. Big Pet Quiz 2018 offers...
New study sheds light on seizures in dogs
Pugs, basset hounds, boxers, beagles and dogue de Bordeaux had an increased risk of seizures. Big data highlights risk factors...
Met Police close ‘Croydon cat killer’ investigation
In three cases where CCTV footage was obtained, the footage showed foxes carrying bodies or body parts of cats. Officers...
Vets and nurses concerned over bTB spread in hunting hounds
Vets and nurses criticised Defra for failing to put in place ongoing formal or statutory testing for the Kimblewick hounds....
Research sheds new light on Alabama rot
The study found that English springer spaniels have increased odds of contracting CRVG. Gundogs identified as more at risk than...
AHT research preventing blindness in dogs
Clover’s eyesight was saved thanks to the AHT’s DNA test for primary open angle glaucoma. Figures show profound effect of...
Vets urged to remain vigilant with angiostrongylosis
Positive cases of A. vasorum in dogs and foxes have risen from 12 in the years 2002-2006 to 426 from...
