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Alpaca blood donation event held in Derby

Alpaca blood donation event held in Derby

Plasma can be a lifeline for baby alpacas if they are unable to get enough colostrum in the first few...

Vets urged to join fight against brachycephalism

Vets urged to join fight against brachycephalism

‘Vets Against Brachycephalism’ aims to show the strength of feeling from vets and scientists that breeding brachycephalic animals on welfare...

Slaughterhouse CCTV law laid before parliament

Slaughterhouse CCTV law laid before parliament

“We commend the Government’s commitment to provide Official Veterinarians with unrestricted access to the footage." Legislation to come into force...

Scientists find potential toxoplasmosis drug target

Scientists find potential toxoplasmosis drug target

Toxoplasmosis can be transmitted through soil, undercooked meat or from contact with cat faeces. Study reveals enzyme that is crucial...

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Report highlights scale of dog attacks on livestock

Report highlights scale of dog attacks on livestock

Since September 2013, there have been 1705 recorded incidents of livestock worrying. Working Group identifies challenges faced by police forces ...

Gove announces review of farm inspections

Gove announces review of farm inspections

Under the current inspection regime, farmers can be visited by as many as five different bodies. Review will seek opportunities...