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BVD elimination scheme to commence in NI
“The EAA package includes a scheme to incentivise the humane removal of BVD infected animals." Local livestock farmers to receive...
New DNA testing scheme for miniature schnauzers
In miniature schnauzers MAC is usually fatal and occurs at a very young age. Test approved following consultation A new...
RCVS will review homeopathy guidance
"…the College’s current position statement and guidance regarding complementary medicines will both be reviewed and this is now ongoing." Committee...
Study sheds light on Chiari-malformation
New research has identified characteristics that cause Chiari-malformation and Syringomyelia in toy dogs. Researchers use innovative MRI mapping technique New...
Cats may have ‘episodic’ memory like humans
Cats were tested on their ability to remember which bowl they had already eaten out of. (stock photo) Study suggests...
EU Committee to reconsider zinc oxide decision
The NPA estimates that between 70 – 90 per cent of piglet diets contain zinc oxide at therapeutic levels. Announcement...