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Initiative to tackle growing problem of unowned cats
There are an estimated 300 million unwanted cats worldwide, and the figure is rising. iCatCare launches free virtual library of...
Blind therapy cat wins Blue Cross Medal
Carrots with his owner Katie Lloyd. Carrots has been comforting patients at the Marie Curie Hospice in Bradford. A blind...
Military dog Kuno awarded for bravery
Kuno has received the PDSA Dickin Medal for bravery and devotion to duty. Belgian shepherd suffered life-changing injuries while on...
Low cholesterol linked to mortality in cats and dogs, study suggests
"These findings suggest that low cholesterol levels are associated with mortality in canine and feline patients" – Steven Epstein. Researchers...
Vets identify gene responsible for feline tooth resorption
The discovery follows an analysis of genetic material recovered from the teeth of 11 cats. Blocking activity of the MMP9...
MPs to address concerns over puppy smuggling
Prices for some of the UK’s most popular dog breeeds reached record levels during the coronavirus lockdown earlier this year....
RSPCA launches campaign as it prepares for ‘toughest Christmas yet’
The Join the Christmas Rescue campaign aims to provide support for the RSPCA’s frontline workers across this busy period. Supporters...
Novel cat genome identifies link to feline dwarfism
Scientists applied the new model to the genomes of 54 domestic cats. Study could lead to earlier disease detection and...
Pesticides found in flea treatments are contaminating English rivers, study finds
The study outlines a number of steps that can be taken to reduce the impact of flea treatments on the...
Warning as kitten prices soar during COVID-19
"We’re asking buyers to think very carefully when using online adverts to find a new kitten" – Jacqui Cuff, Cats Protection....