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Experts raise awareness of rabbit GDV
Vets are being encouraged to use CT for the rapid diagnosis and targeted treatment of GDV. Vets are being encouraged...
New standards proposed for farmed fish welfare
Proposals structures fish health around three main pillars; routine operations, handling and slaughter. Regulator calls for consideration of fish sentience....
New rapid test for difficult-to-diagnose rabbit parasite
E.cuniculi is a microscopic parasite of the nervous system and kidneys that commonly affects rabbits., Horiba’s POCKIT Central analyser can...
Study reveals rabbit breeds most at risk of tear duct inflammation
Lionhead rabbits were among the groups found to be most likely to have dacryocystitis. Researchers investigate the potential risk factors...
Professionals invited to parrot nutrition symposium
The speakers will present different aspects of parrots’ and indoor birds’ health and welfare concerning nutrition and feeding behaviour. Keynote...
Guinea pig awareness week postponed
This years’ GPAW will take place from 26 – 30 September. New dates have been announced. The organisers of Guinea...
Organisers reflect on success of RAW 2022
"We are so grateful to everyone who got behind this year’s campaign" – Charlotte Varley. The ‘Room for Rabbits’ campaign...
Details revealed for Guinea Pig Awareness Week
GPAW organisers are aiming to build the campaign a profile similiar to the widely-known Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW). Free resources...
Rabbit-friendly vet awards return for 2022
Dr Sophie Jenkins (pictured), winner of the 2020 Rabbit Vet of the Year award, has joined the judging panel for...
Giant rabbits ‘bred to be eaten’ rescued from allotment
The biggest rabbit weighed in excess of 8kg. The rabbits are now in the care of the RSPCA. Dozens of...