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Owners urged to 'do their research' when re-homing horses

Owners urged to ‘do their research’ when re-homing horses

Horse owners are being urged to ‘do their research’ in order to safeguard their animal’s future welfare. Opportunities for horses...

Equine Editor
Hong Kong to phase out ivory trade

Hong Kong to phase out ivory trade

"History has shown that legal ivory sales only serve to provide a cover for illegal trade, which fuels the rampant...

Wildlife Editor
Avian influenza case officially confirmed

Avian influenza case officially confirmed

Tests have identified a ‘very mild strain’ of the H5N1 virus at a poultry farm in Fife. Mild strain found...

Scotland doubles dog fouling fines

Scotland doubles dog fouling fines

The fine for dogs owners who fail to pick up after their pets has doubled to £80 in Scotland. Consultation...

Vitamin D linked to reproductive success

Vitamin D linked to reproductive success

The study was carried out on wild sheep on the remote Scottish island of St Kilda. Improves fertility in wild...

Wildlife Editor
Colistin use in animals to be reviewed

Colistin use in animals to be reviewed

EMA says it will review its 2013 guidance, particularly relating to the use of colistin in pigs. EMA asked to...