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Dogs Trust study on cat-dog introductions
Only 40.2 per cent of owners introduced their puppies to their household cats gradually. ‘Generation Pup’ owners with cats surveyed. ...
Cat survives after gunshot injury
Marco had a gunshot injury in the back of his head and a depression fracture of the parietal bone. Neurology...
RSPCA discourages DIY firework displays
The charity is urging the public to make fireworks less frightening for animals. Charity urges public to consider animals in...
Dog fertility clinic boom risks ‘animal welfare disaster’
"These individuals are taking matters into their own hands, fuelling a potential animal welfare disaster" – Justine Shotton, BVA senior...
BVA signs open letter on firework laws
Letter asks UK Government to follow Scottish government’s lead in review of the sale and use of fireworks. Organisations urge...
Scottish MP launches dog theft consultation
Recent estimates suggest dog theft soared by 170 per cent during lockdown. The public are being asked for their views...
Cats can tell when being spoken to, study finds
Research highlights the importance of one-to-one relationships for cats. Research finds cats more responsive to ‘baby voice’. Researchers from Paris...
Dogs Trust vet team visit Bosnia
Pictured: Michelle in Bosnia. Team shares experience with local vets. Members of Dogs Trust’s veterinary team have recently returned from...
Online retailers crack down on illegal animal mutilations
The BVA found at least one DIY kit being sold on eBay UK for the removal of dew claws in kittens....
Study reveals insights into “parenting” style on dog behaviour
The team found that dogs with authoritative owners were most likely to have secure attachment styles. Dog owners with high...