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Petition launched to ban import of young puppies

Petition launched to ban import of young puppies

A petition to ban the import of young puppies has received more than 32,000 signatures. Campaign follows death of puppy...

Dog Assistance in Disability achieves re-accreditation

Dog Assistance in Disability achieves re-accreditation

Dog A.I.D provides assistance dog training to people over 15 years old with physical disabilities. Organisation will remain a member...

Clinicians sought for research into kidney injury following general anaesthesia

Clinicians sought for research into kidney injury following general anaesthesia

The team analysed the medical records of 12 dogs that presented for acute kidney injury. Vets with similar experiences in...

Lockdown sees surge in online searches for French bulldogs

Lockdown sees surge in online searches for French bulldogs

Brachycephalic dog breeds are already facing a serious health and welfare crisis. Rise prompts Brachycephalic Working Group to issue warning...

New partnership to support abandoned animals in Edinburgh

New partnership to support abandoned animals in Edinburgh

Through the partnership, Petplan will offer four weeks free pet insurance to rehomed animals. PetPlan and Edinburgh Dog and Cat...

Novel motion capture technology could help vets diagnose lameness

Novel motion capture technology could help vets diagnose lameness

The dogs wore special ‘doggie motion’ capture suits. Method creates digital images of dogs without expensive equipment. Researchers at the...