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GPS recorders attached to dog collars for tick study

GPS recorders attached to dog collars for tick study

The University of Bristol study has looked at the link between tick bites and dog walking in parks. Research maps...

Increase in Staffies at rescue centres

Increase in Staffies at rescue centres

Battersea Dogs and Cats Home has reported an increase in the number of Staffies it has taken into its care. An...

Top dog welfare priorities identified

Top dog welfare priorities identified

A panel of seven experts rated 25 welfare issues based on their urgency and manageability. Experts help to create a...

Dog food claims lack evidence says BVA

Dog food claims lack evidence says BVA

  The British Veterinary Association has criticised a Channel 5 documentary which made claims about dog food. Biggest problem is...

Children's authors back Kennel Club initiative

Children’s authors back Kennel Club initiative

As part of National Literacy Week, children’s authors have backed the Kennel Club Bark and Read scheme. Reading to dogs scheme...

Dog attacks need investigating, says behaviourist

Dog attacks need investigating, says behaviourist

Behaviourist Debbie says dog professionals are concerned about the impacts of poor breeding and ownership. Study aims to gather more...

Fears over dog smuggling into the UK rise

Fears over dog smuggling into the UK rise

The BSAVA recently called for frontline veterinary staff to be vaccinated against rabies. Illegal landings triple since changes to Pet Travel...

New feline viruses found in wild and domestic cats

New feline viruses found in wild and domestic cats

Scientists say the newly discovered viruses could be linked to cancers in domestic cats. US researchers identify new cancer-causing viruses...

Dog food documentary is "extremely offensive" says industry chief

Dog food documentary is “extremely offensive” says industry chief

Dog food has come under the spotlight in a Channel 5 programme which airs tonight. Pet Food Manufacturers Association says programme...

Warning after dogs become ill on Isle of Man

Warning after dogs become ill on Isle of Man

Some of the deposits that have washed up at Port Erin on the Isle of Man "Keep dogs on lead"...