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Jungle cat handed in to RSPCA hospital

Jungle cat handed in to RSPCA hospital

Jungle cats are commonly found living in the wild in India, Pakistan and Bangladesh. Animal thought to have been kept...

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Experts in disagreement over exotic pets

Experts in disagreement over exotic pets

Governments of several countries are exploring the regulation, or even banning, of exotic pet keeping. Scientists debate ethical issues of...

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Petition calling for pet primate ban handed to Defra

Petition calling for pet primate ban handed to Defra

It is estimated that 5,000 primates are being kept as pets in the UK. MPs, vets and charities urge Gove...

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Mobile zoos to face new regulations

Mobile zoos to face new regulations

The RSPCA said it is particularly worried about the use of animals such as meerkats, raccoons and raccoon dogs at...

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Housing zebrafish in groups reduces anxiety, study finds

Housing zebrafish in groups reduces anxiety, study finds

Zebrafish housed in groups returned to normal faster than individuals or pairs. Researchers compare recovery from procedures like anaesthesia Zebrafish...

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Responsible exotic pet ownership

Responsible exotic pet ownership

Molly Varga at BVNA Congress. An ethical issue for veterinary professionals "In many cases, I feel as if I should be...

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