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Vets lobby over compulsory microchip scanning
A number of owner-led campaigns for compulsory scanning have been growing momentum. Letter calls on ministers to oppose measure on...

RSPCA launches new strategy for animal welfare
The strategy aims to bring about an end to the illegal selling of puppies and kittens in the UK. Strategy...

Pyrenean sheepdog (smooth face) recognised by The Kennel Club
The Pyrenean sheepdog (pictured) is a small breed of herding dog from the Pyrenees region of France. Herding dog joins...

Three new cases of Alabama rot confirmed
Labrador retriever Molly was successfully treated for Alabama rot after contracting the disease just before Christmas. Outbreaks identified in Herefordshire,...

Vet charity tackles surge in global rabies cases across pandemic
"We’ve reduced the incidence of human rabies deaths across all our project sites. We’re protecting dogs and we’re protecting children."...

Dogs Trust scoops award for puppy smuggling campaign
The Puppy Smuggling Taskforce calls on MPs to support Dogs Trust in its efforts to prevent the illegal importation of...

Catnip may protect cats from mosquitoes
The study suggests that catnip and silver vine could protect felines against mosquitoes. Study reveals insights into why cats go...

Health warning about rising obese pet trend on TikTok
The term ‘chonky’ is a commonly used term on social media which implies that overweight dogs are cute and funny....

Study highlights risks of subcutaneous ureteral bypass placement
Major complications from SUB occurred in 48 per cent of the cats studied. Researchers analyse the medical records of 95...

Study finds adult admissions for dog bites tripled in 20 years
Direct health care costs to the NHS for treatment of dog bites peaked at £71 million in 2017/2018. Researchers say...