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Skin lesions can be linked to dental disease in dogs
"These three cases highlight that dental issues may manifest externally" – Ian Faux New study suggests dental examination could identify...
Charity calls for Welsh cat microchipping law
Microchipping cats will become mandatory in England next year. Cats Protection has launched a new email campaign. Animal welfare charity...
Cairn terrier at risk from low birth rate
Just 492 cairn terrier puppies were registered in 2022. Number of puppies registered has significantly dropped. The historic cairn terrier...
Public want legislation against puppy smuggling, poll shows
Puppy smuggling can be detrimental to the welfare of imported puppies. Research shows widespread concern about dog imports. A poll...
Owners urged to keep dogs away from blue-green algae
Blue-green algae can contain toxins that are potentially fatal to dogs when ingested. BVA’s advice follows recent reports of algal...
Pet blood donors celebrated with awards
Gru and Mitzy, Feline Blood Donors of the Year. The announcement was made on World Blood Donor Day. The Royal...
Sleep apnoea more common in short-snouted dogs, study finds
Short-snouted dogs, such as pugs, are more likely to suffer sleep apnoea. Brachycephalic dogs had more disordered sleep than long-snouted...
Volunteers rescue pets from flooded Kherson
Buddy was one of the dogs rescued from the city. Hundreds of animals evacuated after dam breached. Volunteers in Ukraine...
Blood donation saves kitten’s life
Hector’s blood transfusion proved life-saving for Finn Transfusion from a local cat saved the abandoned kitten from anaemia. A blood...
Cat owner urges snare ban after pet injured
Harry is recovering at home after surgery. Cat required surgery after receiving life-threatening injuries. A cat owner has called for...