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Vets pledge to make 2016 a lucky year for primates

Vets pledge to make 2016 a lucky year for primates

Many countries across Europe have already introduced a ban on the keeping of all or some species of primate as...

Exotics Editor
MPs launch animal welfare inquiry

MPs launch animal welfare inquiry

The inquiry will look into whether current legislation is fit for purpose in a time when the sale of domestic...

Industry Editor
Gene therapy used to treat dog blood disorder

Gene therapy used to treat dog blood disorder

The study has ‘set the stage’ for human clinical trials of the treatment. (stock photo) Study offers hope for new...

Ministers discuss dramatic fall in hedgehogs

Ministers discuss dramatic fall in hedgehogs

From left to right: Rory Stewart OBE MP, Liz Truss MP and Oliver Colville MP holding Hedgehog Highway plaques made...

Wildlife Editor
Stem cell therapy treats chronic oral disease in cats

Stem cell therapy treats chronic oral disease in cats

Vets used stem cell therapy to cure cats suffering from feline chronic gingivostomatitis.  Trial offers hope for treatment in humans...

Dog walkers urged to be vigilant around cattle

Dog walkers urged to be vigilant around cattle

It is not uncommon for people to come into contact with livestock while out walking their dogs.
 Two thirds of...