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Scotland introduces ‘mixed bag’ of animal welfare measures

Scotland introduces ‘mixed bag’ of animal welfare measures

The measures include new legislation permitting vets to shorten the tails of spaniels and hunt point retrievers. BVA disappointed over...

Vets raise concern over online animal trade

Vets raise concern over online animal trade

The scale of online advertising for pets has risen significantly in recent years. Letter calls for better regulation Some of...

New DNA testing scheme for vizslas

New DNA testing scheme for vizslas

The breed’s popularity has risen steadily over the years, and the population is now more than double what it was...

First veterinary monoclonal antibody receives EU approval

First veterinary monoclonal antibody receives EU approval

Cytopoint (lokivetmab) is used to treat the clinical signs associated with atopic dermatitis in dogs. Cytopoint provides relief from atopic...

Largest dog breed study yet offers new insights

Largest dog breed study yet offers new insights

The research suggests dogs were first selected and bred for performing certain tasks, such as herding goats or cattle. New...

Vets warned against rise in pets with fleas

Vets warned against rise in pets with fleas

‘Veterinary professionals must be prepared to see increasing numbers of pets infested with fleas, with increased numbers of fleas per...