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Defra extends avian flu prevention zone

Defra extends avian flu prevention zone

The prevention zone makes it a legal requirement for all bird keepers in England to follow strict biosecurity measures. Decision...

Scottish vets report sharp rise in Maedi Visna cases

Scottish vets report sharp rise in Maedi Visna cases

MV is a difficult disease to diagnose in flocks, owing to the variety of clinical signs. Farmers urged to be...

Thousands of cats still not being microchipped - RSPCA

Thousands of cats still not being microchipped – RSPCA

The RSPCA is calling on pet owners to get their cats microchipped. Out-of-date contact details rendering many chips useless  Thousands...

New modified live vaccine for PRRS

New modified live vaccine for PRRS

Zoetis said the vaccine is safe to be used as the earliest protection in pigets. Vaccine is safe to use...

Petition launched to save greyhounds from Macau racetrack

Petition launched to save greyhounds from Macau racetrack

Animal rights group Anima has called on the government of Macau to release the greyhounds into its care.  Controversial stadium...

Orang-utans use plants to relieve body pains

Orang-utans use plants to relieve body pains

Researchers observed orang-utans using the Dracaena cantleyi plant to self-medicate. Study provides first evidence of self-medication in great apes A...

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