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Endangered elephant recovery will 'take decades'

Endangered elephant recovery will ‘take decades’

The worryingly slow population growth rates are three times those reported for congeneric species, savanna elephants. Slow intrinsic growth rate...

Wildlife Editor
Institutions launch colic awareness campaign

Institutions launch colic awareness campaign

Over 90 per cent of horse owners do not feel confident in spotting the early signs of colic. New research...

Equine Editor
Over a quarter 'never restrain dogs in the car'

Over a quarter ‘never restrain dogs in the car’

According to Rule 57 of the Highway Code, drivers must make sure dogs and other animals are suitably restrained to...

Feline wellbeing enhanced by food puzzles, study finds

Feline wellbeing enhanced by food puzzles, study finds

The effect of food puzzles on cats is a relatively new area of study. Experts review existing evidence Obesity, aggression...

'Thousands' of primates kept as pets, charities say

‘Thousands’ of primates kept as pets, charities say

"Primates are long-lived, intelligent and socially complex animals whose needs and welfare requirements are extraordinarily difficult to meet in captivity...

Exotics Editor
Cancer fought using immune system cycles

Cancer fought using immune system cycles

The Biotempus team realised administering treatment at the wrong time could reduce its efficacy. (stock photo) Medical trial in Ohio...