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Signs of Alzheimer’s found in wild dolphins
Researchers believe humans and dolphins are almost uniquely susceptible to the disease because of alterations in the way insulin works...

Orphaned elephants have less access to mature adults
Orphans in the study primarily spent time with younger individuals. Researchers assess impact of poaching on social behaviour A study...

Recruitment problems at ‘crisis’ level – survey
There were concerns that Brexit would reduce the supply of vets from the EU, compounding the issues with recruitment. SPVS...

BVNA appoints new strategic director
“I have been impressed for many years with the vital role veterinary nurses play within the care team." Robin Millar...

Climate change ‘pushing rare lemur to extinction’
Greater bamboo lemurs spend 95 per cent of their feeding time eating a single species of woody bamboo. Longer dry...

Researchers develop oral gel form of dexmedetomidine
Dogs given the dexmedetomidine gel displayed fewer signs of fear and anxiety than dogs in the placebo group. Treatment reduces...