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Scientists devise new way to generate canine stem cells

Scientists devise new way to generate canine stem cells

The iPSCs were generated without feeder cells, a process which had not been possible before. The method reprograms the cells...

Charities offer financial support for XL bully neutering

Charities offer financial support for XL bully neutering

The scheme will support owners that are finding the cost of neutering a barrier to exemption. New rules for XL...

Tree surgeon saves cat from 60ft tree

Tree surgeon saves cat from 60ft tree

The RSPCA feared they would be unable to rescue Princess until the next morning, 48 hours after she had gone...

New XL bully rules come into force

New XL bully rules come into force

A judicial review into the ban will be held in January. Restrictions introduced ahead of next month’s ban. XL bully...

Charity seeks cat fosterers to help domestic abuse survivors

Charity seeks cat fosterers to help domestic abuse survivors

Lifeline volunteers fostered 330 cats last year. Cats Protection is looking to grow its Lifeline service. The charity Cats Protection...

Dogs understand pointing better than cats, study finds

Dogs understand pointing better than cats, study finds

Dogs remained motivated throughout the test, while cats became less willing to choose. Cats were also less likely to make...

Popularity of brachycephalic dogs declining, statistics suggest

Popularity of brachycephalic dogs declining, statistics suggest

Thirty-nine per cent fewer English bulldogs were registered this year. The Kennel Club has recorded a 17 per cent decrease...

Government reminds XL bully owners of next deadline

Government urges XL bully owners to prepare for deadline

From 31 December, XL bullies must be muzzled and on a lead when in public. New restrictions come into force...

Battersea collaborates with iCatCare to improve cat welfare

Battersea collaborates with iCatCare to improve cat welfare

The plans will support long term, global cat population management. The CFH programme aims to promote more strategic rehoming. Battersea...

Dog Control Coalition appeals to PM for XL bully ban delay

Dog Control Coalition appeals to PM for XL bully ban delay

The letter says that veterinary practices may be unable to meet demands for neutering. An open letter criticises measures that...