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Dog that killed owner ‘had probably consumed cocaine’

Dog that killed owner ‘had probably consumed cocaine’

Mario Perivoitos died in March after receiving serious injuries from his Staffordshire Bull terrier, Major. Inquest hears that dog’s urine...

Scientists explore genetic predisposition to obesity

Scientists explore genetic predisposition to obesity

Dr Raffan hopes that future research will improve the satiety of diets, allowing dogs to feel ‘full’ without the potential...

Dog breeding defects a top concern for vets

Dog breeding defects a top concern for vets

Around two-thirds of companion animal vets cited breeding and hereditary defects as a major issue. Owners urged to talk to...

Scotland announces bill to raise animal cruelty sentences

Scotland announces bill to raise animal cruelty sentences

Scotland has one of the lowest animal cruelty prison sentences in the whole of Europe. Announcement could have major implications...

Black cats looking for a bit of luck! 

Black cats looking for a bit of luck! 

Some people believe that black cats, like Bertie, are associated with bad luck Charity seeks homes for cats overlooked because...

BHWT to go ‘cupcake crazy’ for annual fundraiser

BHWT to go ‘cupcake crazy’ for annual fundraiser

The British Hen Welfare Trust is calling on supporters old and new to get baking in the name of hen...

Appeal launched to replace stolen animal ambulance

Appeal launched to replace stolen animal ambulance

Mayhew’s animal ambulance (pictured) was stolen in July. Funds will buy larger, safer and completely electric vehicle Animal welfare charity...

Game of Thrones actor makes heartfelt plea to fans

Game of Thrones actor makes heartfelt plea to fans

Dog rescue groups have reported a massive increase in huskies since Game of Thrones premiered in 2011. Spike in husky...

Figures show sharp rise in reported cat thefts

Figures show sharp rise in reported cat thefts

The Bengal was the most frequently stolen breed of cat, along with the domestic shorthair. Bengal and domestic shorthair most...

Rabies vaccination programme gets underway in Kabul

Rabies vaccination programme gets underway in Kabul

Dr Mohammadzai DVM (right) during the first day of the vaccination programme. Local vets working to end the culling of...