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Scotland begins consultation on tail docking exemption
Views are being sought on a possible change to allow vets to dock the tails of working spaniels and hunt...
Search for missing RSPCA inspector called off
RSPCAInspector Mike Reid has not been seen since Sunday. Mike Reid disappeared while on call during storm Imogen The search...
Takeaways and alcohol fuelling pet obesity crisis
PDSA Pet Fit Club launched in 2005 and has already helped 74 dogs, 32 cats and six rabbits lose a...
Half of dog owners take time off to mourn
Research by Direct Line Pet Insurance has revealed that 49 per cent of dog owners took time off after their...
Video captures emotional reunion thanks to microchip
Together again. Michelle McFetridge and Marley the dog were reunited at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, London. Procedure due to...
Gene therapy used to treat dog blood disorder
The study has ‘set the stage’ for human clinical trials of the treatment. (stock photo) Study offers hope for new...
Stem cell therapy treats chronic oral disease in cats
Vets used stem cell therapy to cure cats suffering from feline chronic gingivostomatitis. Trial offers hope for treatment in humans...
Dog walkers urged to be vigilant around cattle
It is not uncommon for people to come into contact with livestock while out walking their dogs. Two thirds of...
Heroic terrier saves owner’s life
Iain, Jane and Dexter. Raised alarm after owner suffered anaphylactic shock A six-year-old terrier has gone from rescue dog...
RVC hospital awarded Gold Standard for rabbit care
The RVC’s Beaumont Sainsbury Animal Hospital (BSAH) has been awarded the Gold Standard accreditation by the Rabbit Welfare Association Fund...