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Animal welfare sector facing crisis, warns Dogs Trust
“Dog owners have told us they’re going to struggle this Christmas, and many more are really worried about what 2023...

Dog owners urged to be vigilant over festive treats
The Kennel Club is urging owners to remain vigilant this December to avoid an unnecessary veterinary bill. New research shows...

Study uncovers genetic drivers of dog behavioural diversity
"One of the most surprising findings was that many of the genomic changes that define the major dog lineages can...

Participants sought for BOAS study
The group is investigating the extent different dog breeds may be affected by breathing problems. Researchers are seeking brachycephalic dogs...

Dogs Trust seeks participants for fireworks study
"There are indications that dogs may be sensitive to sounds that humans can’t hear, so we are interested to find...

Kennel Club announces Breed Watch review
The scheme acts as an ‘early warning system’ to identify points of concern for individual dog breeds. The review will...

BVA warns pet owners of winter hazards
"When it’s cold for us, it’s cold for our pets, which is why it’s important to take extra precautions" –...

RUMA launches companion animal and equine progress report
The report details 12 months of work by the RUMA CA&E Targets and Measures Working Group. The report details national metrics...

Genome sequencing reveals insights into atopic dermatitis
Researchers identified connections between atopic dermatitis and severla regions of the genome. Links found between canine and human risk factors....

RSPCA launches Christmas advert
The advert stars canine supawstar Baby and his RSPCA rescuer Julie. Festive video invites people to ‘mend broken hearts’. The...