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Report documents shocking growth of captive lion trade

Report documents shocking growth of captive lion trade

South Africa has exported more than 200 live captive-bred tigers in the last five years. Born Free explores key role...

Wildlife Editor
Dogs with noise fear ‘should be pain assessed’

Dogs with noise fear ‘should be pain assessed’

Behavioural signs included shaking, trembling and hiding. Research suggests pain could be a factor in noise sensitivity  Vets should routinely...

World’s last male northern white rhino dies

World’s last male northern white rhino dies

“He was a great ambassador for his species." Sudan was euthanised on welfare grounds aged 45 The world’s last male...

Wildlife Editor
Education key to fight against rabies, study suggests

Education key to fight against rabies, study suggests

The vast majority of rabies deaths are caused by bites from infected dogs. Lessons about the disease could significantly reduce...

Industry Editor
Vet students get creative for science bake off

Vet students get creative for science bake off

Vet students get creative for science bake off Heartworm bake wins ‘grossest cake’ accolade A university cake off that went...

Voting opens for RCVS council elections

Voting opens for RCVS council elections

Eligible veterinary surgeons can now vote in this year’s RCVS Council elections. Four out of the 10 candidates are already...