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Catnip may protect cats from mosquitoes
The study suggests that catnip and silver vine could protect felines against mosquitoes. Study reveals insights into why cats go...
Health warning about rising obese pet trend on TikTok
The term ‘chonky’ is a commonly used term on social media which implies that overweight dogs are cute and funny....
Study highlights risks of subcutaneous ureteral bypass placement
Major complications from SUB occurred in 48 per cent of the cats studied. Researchers analyse the medical records of 95...
Study finds adult admissions for dog bites tripled in 20 years
Direct health care costs to the NHS for treatment of dog bites peaked at £71 million in 2017/2018. Researchers say...
New app helps vets double rabies vaccination rates
Vets vaccinated 70 per cent of Blantyre’s dog population in just 11 days. Agile vaccine scheme tackles rabies threat in...
Animal owners urged to prepare for flooding
The RSPCA’ s water rescue team responded to around 250 calls in 2020. RSPCA water rescue teams on standby as...