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Defra consults on pet travel rules
Since pet travel rules changed in January 2012, many veterinary and animal welfare organisations have voiced concerns about disease risk...
Outdated microchip information costing lives
“The figures published today by Dogs Trust are astounding. It’s sad to think that so many pets are put to...
Educate children on animal welfare, petition urges
‘I think that introducing these issues as an actual part of the curriculum is necessary, not just a mention during...
Arthritis cases soaring, pet insurer says
Pet insurer Animal Friends says cases of arthritis in dogs rose by 312 per cent between 2012 and 2015, and...
Academic claims cats are ‘devastating’ bird populations
Dr Marra’s book is based on a series of studies on cat predation. New book calls on owners to keep...
Syringomyelia affects ‘one in 60’ Cavaliers
Seventy-two per cent of affected dogs were recorded as showing pain. The dogs would often yelp or scream when they...
Proposals to update licensing rules win support
Sixty-four per cent agreed that those who breed three or more litters a year should require a licence. Defra published...
Study provides evidence that dogs are our ancient hunting companions
Perri’s research provides the best evidence yet that dogs are our ancient hunting companions. Japanese burial records show hunting dogs...
Pathological fractures in Bengal kittens prompt call for dietary advice
Vets are being urged to make clients aware of the importance of complete, well-balanced diets for pets, particularly those that...
Evidence-based corporate social responsibility – a new ethic for veterinary practices?
Animal ethics specialist Siobhan Mullan looks at corporate social responsibility and why it should be adopted by veterinary practices. ...