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Kennel Club prepares breed health survey

Kennel Club prepares breed health survey

The 2014 Pedigree Breed Health Survey will provide a wide-ranging insight into dog breed health. Breed experts are called upon...

French bulldog no longer a high profile breed

French bulldog no longer a high profile breed

After a number of health initiatives, the French bulldog has been removed from the Kennel Club’s high profile list. Health...

Paws for thought for heroic Guide Dogs

Paws for thought for heroic Guide Dogs

Britain’s Got Talent winners Ashleigh and Pudsey were among those attending the event. Dogs dress up as superheroes to take...

Blue Peter welcomes trainee guide dog pup

Blue Peter welcomes trainee guide dog pup

The name and sex of Blue Peter’s new guide dog puppy will be revealed this week. Children’s TV show celebrates...

World's oldest cat dies aged 24

World’s oldest cat dies aged 24

Poppy has passed away aged 24. Elderly feline lived through five Prime Ministers The world’s oldest feline has passed away...

Anaesthesia for geriatric cats and dogs

Age is not a contradiction for anaesthesia…...

Pet obesity: evolution of the veterinary nurse’s role

Nursing clinics are a valuable source of education for pet owners…...

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Epilepsy in the dog: a case study

A case study of epilepsy in the dog – the most common neurological condition seen in first opinion practice…  ...

Fifty-three per cent of Rottweilers affected by elbow disease

Fifty-three per cent of Rottweilers affected by elbow disease

Fifty-three per cent of Rottweilers had elbow scores of more than zero. Kennel Club releases annual dog health report The...

Cat owners are urged to microchip their pets

Cat owners are urged to microchip their pets

Microchipping ensures that owners can be located if the cat is found far from its home. Animal charities urge owners...