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Collaborative work leads to bird feed developments
Wild and zoo birds will benefit from the development. Two UK organisations have conducted research into bird nutrition The Royal...

TB movement restrictions stepped up
TB partial de-restrictions will no longer be permitted from October 2014. Restrictions during TB breakdowns will apply to all cattle on...

Cat owners Skype their pets
Men are more likely to Skype their cat than women. Survey finds more than a third of owners Skype with...

Defra considers method-of-slaughter labelling
Defra says there will not be a ban on religious slaughter. BVA president "encouraged" by response to humane slaughter petition...

Cat owners are urged to microchip their pets
Microchipping ensures that owners can be located if the cat is found far from its home. Animal charities urge owners...

RCVS Council members divided over delegations
Mark Elliott said the council "must be able to challenge decisions made by smaller groups." Councillor raises concerns over the...