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Opening our minds on welfare – a science-based approach

Often, when people are asked to think about animal welfare, images of animal suffering  can commonly be what people conjure...

Hayley Walters
New insights on welfare impact of invisible fences

New insights on welfare impact of invisible fences

"…this new study suggests that with invisible electronic fences, at least, cats can be effectively contained without compromising their quality...

'Tongue worm' reported in imported dogs

‘Tongue worm’ reported in imported dogs

‘Veterinary practitioners should be alert to the possibility of L serrata, particularly in imported dogs.’ Vets advised to be vigilant...

Scottish government to introduce animals in circuses bill

Scottish government to introduce animals in circuses bill

The bill will put in place enforcement provisions and sanctions for non-compliance with the ban. Bill will ban the use...

Wildlife Editor

BEVA launches new website for working parents

BEVA has launched a new website for equine professionals who are juggling work with parenthood. MumsVet is described by its...

Industry Editor
Hedgehogs facing 'major threat' from HS2 lorry park

Hedgehogs facing ‘major threat’ from HS2 lorry park

While HS2 have acknowledged their proposal poses a risk to hedgehogs, they are not considering alternative locations. Ecologists to make...

Wildlife Editor