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Millions of pets left alone for over five hours

Millions of pets left alone for over five hours

1.8 million pets are routinely left at home alone for five hours or more on a typical weekday. Report reveals...

War hero dog gets animal’s Victoria Cross

War hero dog gets animal’s Victoria Cross

Chips received the Dickin Medal for his part in ‘Operation Husky’ on 10 July 1943. Chips saved his platoon when...

Wearable device identifies early signs of lameness

Wearable device identifies early signs of lameness

Just 20 per cent of farmers can spot and treat the early signs of lameness in sheep. Smart technology gathers...

Vets wear bright colours to fight #BlueMonday

Vets wear bright colours to fight #BlueMonday

Blooming Monday encourages people to don brightly coloured clothing to cheer up Blue Monday. Blooming Monday campaign tackles ‘most depressing...

Industry Editor
Clouded leopard escaped from private property

Clouded leopard escaped from private property

A clouded leopard, similar to the one pictured, went missing from a property in Cornwall. Animal has been recaptured but...

Wildlife Editor
Avian flu detected in 17 wild birds

Avian flu detected in 17 wild birds

Avian influenza has been detected in 17 wild birds in Dorset.

 Virus closely related to European strain  Defra has confirmed...