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Government proposes ban on primates as pets

Government proposes ban on primates as pets

The new proposals would ensure that all primates in England are kept to zoo-level standards. The new ban will ensure...

Exotics Editor
Bovine TB in decline, stats reveal

Bovine TB in decline, stats reveal

In England, cattle slaughtered due to a TB incident is at its lowest level since 2008. TB-infected cattle slaughtered in...

Nearly a third of young pet owners worry about costs

Nearly a third of young pet owners worry about costs

Young pet owners may be disproportionately affected by rising costs. Survey sparks warnings of potential animal welfare emergency. The latest...

Industry Editor
Charity calls for Welsh cat microchipping law

Charity calls for Welsh cat microchipping law

Microchipping cats will become mandatory in England next year. Cats Protection has launched a new email campaign. Animal welfare charity...

Fewer seabirds return to Scotland after flu outbreak

Fewer seabirds return to Scotland after flu outbreak

Researchers are continuing to count and monitor the activities of the birds. NatureScot has ‘cautious optimism’ as species slowly return....

Wildlife Editor
MMI releases details of mental health symposium

MMI releases details of mental health symposium

Dr Leah Quinlivan is a research fellow and psychologist at the University of Manchester. Veterinary mental health researchers from UK...