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Multi-million pound deal to boost greyhound welfare

Multi-million pound deal to boost greyhound welfare

The agreement is expected to boost income to the British Greyhound Racing fund to around £10 million a year. Bookmakers...

New study may improve cancer treatment for dogs

New study may improve cancer treatment for dogs

The finding could lead to the development of a non-invasive prognostic test. Finding could be used to assess how best...

Conservation detection dog saving Britain’s hedgehogs

Conservation detection dog saving Britain’s hedgehogs

Henry is one of a group of conservation dogs from Conservation K9 Consultancy. Springer spaniel Henry sniffs-out hedgehogs at risk...

Lifespan ‘may be reduced by up to 2.5 years in overweight dogs’

Lifespan ‘may be reduced by up to 2.5 years in overweight dogs’

“Owners are often unaware that their dog is overweight, and many may not realise the impact that it can have...

Dog breeders urged to use pre-mating health tests

Dog breeders urged to use pre-mating health tests

Popular Labrador crossbreeds were identified as being frequently affected by hip and elbow dysplasia. Test awareness especially low among owners...

New dog boarding laws forcing businesses closure

New dog boarding laws forcing business closure

The new Animal Welfare Regulations 2018 came into force on October 1. Many home boarders have not been able to...