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Defra announces review of bTB strategy
Recent figures from Defra show that the number of cattle slaughtered due to bTB crossed the 40,000 barrier. Review will...
Some cats may respond quietly to catnip – study
The typical response to catnip is rolling around, rubbing the face on the catnip, sniffing, licking and drooling. Research challenges...
Curb rise in non-stun slaughter, says Lord Trees
EU law dictates that all animals must be stunned before slaughter, but exceptions apply for the Muslim and Jewish faiths....
World’s first human case of avian flu H7N4
"Travellers to the Mainland or other affected areas must avoid visiting wet markets, live poultry markets or farms." (Stock photo)...
New DNA tests for Spanish water dogs
“We would encourage breeders of Spanish water dogs to use these DNA tests in order to protect and improve the...
Wales considers options for wild animal circus ban
‘Although there are no circuses based in Wales, they do visit and it is important the welfare needs of their...
