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Concerns over racing greyhounds during heatwave
Campaigners said racing dogs in hot weather contradicts advice being given to dog owners about caring for their pets in...
Dogs Trust issues ‘pink pug’ warning
Traditionally, pugs are bred in four colours, apricot, silver, black and fawn (pictured). Public urged to research before they buy...
New DNA test for goniodysgenesis
Dogs at greatest risk of developing Primary Closed Angle Glaucoma have severe goniodysgensis. Test detects condition in border collies A...
Fire survivor bulldog entered into pet awards
Leo was treated for burns to his stomach, testicles and legs. Two-year-old Leo defied expectations to recover from extensive burns...
Study links behaviour issues with early death
Aggression was the most common undesirable behaviour leading to death (54 per cent). A third of dog deaths under three...
Staffies ‘will not be added to banned breed list’
Animal rights group PETA recently called for Staffies and American bulldogs to be added to the banned list. Parliamentary debate...
Pet owners warned of toxic algae
Two dogs have already died after ingesting the algae earlier this summer. Hot spell leads to surge in blue-green substance...
Paws on the ground
Street Paws is an initiative set up by practice manager Michelle Southern. Here Michelle talks about what inspired her to...
Critical care of the hospitalised patient in general practice
Laura Cole highlights aspects of the 'Kirby's Rule of 20' checklist – a useful guide to assess and recognise changes...
RHDV vaccine recalled due to product defect
Incorrect storage during shipment prompts recall The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has announced a recall of certain batches of Filavac...