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Second avian flu outbreak in Suffolk

Second avian flu outbreak in Suffolk

England, Wales and Scotland recently announced new avian influenza prevention zones. (stock photo) Culling of 55,000 birds undertaken to contain...

EHV-1 neurological case in Worcestershire

EHV-1 neurological case in Worcestershire

‘The AHT are in regular contact with the veterinary surgeons involved, providing advice on outbreak management and diagnostic surveillance to...

Equine Editor
Fitness tracker reveals sleep patterns of elephants

Fitness tracker reveals sleep patterns of elephants

The elephants in the study slept two hours a day on average. Study may aid development of better conservation strategies ...

Wildlife Editor
BSL to be considered for reform

BSL to be considered for reform

The legislation, which bans the pit bull terrier, Japanese tosa, fila Braziliero and dogo Argentino, has been broadly criticised. Law...

Hunters using tag data to track endangered animals

Hunters using tag data to track endangered animals

Sharks tagged during a conservation programme were found and then killed by people who had managed to access their tagging...

Wildlife Editor
BHA issues reminder on administration of corticosteroids

BHA issues reminder on administration of corticosteroids

Vets are being urged to draw their attention to published advice regarding the administration of corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are prohibited substances...

Equine Editor