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Pet travel rules change
A new passport has been introduced to help prevent forgeries. New regulations aim to crack down on abuse of the...

BVA condemns “heart-breaking” figures for unclaimed dogs
Almost 400 abandoned dogs have been put down in the past four years. One in nine dogs found by local...

VN develops pain assessment tool for cats
Gillian and her team also assessed facial expressions as an indicator of acute pain in cats. Tool based on psychometric...

Dog licensing to change in Northern Ireland
Dog owners will also be required to ensure that their contact information on the microchip databases is kept up to...

Young boy opens rescue shelter in the Philippines
Ken with Blackie, Brownie and White Puppy (Image ©Happy Animals Club). Nine-year-old Ken hopes to save as many strays from euthanasia as...

Paul O’Grady speaks out about puppy farms
In the run up to Christmas, charities are urging people not to buy pets as presents. TV presenter calls for...

Stars gather for Guide Dogs Awards 2014
Classical Brit nominee Camilla Kerslake. Evening celebrates the life-changing work of guide dogs A host of celebrities and over 450...

Scientists restore sight in dogs and mice
After therapy, light sensitivity was restored in the retinas of both dogs and mice. Gene therapy offers hope for humans...

Dog breeding laws set to change in Wales
The Kennel Club raised concerns that local authorities may struggle to inspect premises with their limited resources. Stricter regulations will...

Celebrities doodle bandanas for charity
Stephen Fry’s doodle has proved to be the most popular so far. Pet Blood Bank auction will raise vital funds...