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Dogs Trust ‘concerned’ over greyhound review

Dogs Trust ‘concerned’ over greyhound review

Dogs Trust are ‘dismayed’ that Defra may only consider minimal changes to improve the 2010 regulations. Charity says Defra has...

Parents 'underestimate risk' of family dog

Parents ‘underestimate risk’ of family dog

"The healthy trust of unfamiliar dogs does not appear to exist toward the family dog." Education needed to prevent children...

Flat-faced cats 'may suffer breathing problems'

Brachycephalic cats ‘may suffer breathing problems’

Facial features like short noses are considered desirable for some pedigree breeds of cat. Concerned owners urged to contact their...

New insights on welfare impact of invisible fences

New insights on welfare impact of invisible fences

"…this new study suggests that with invisible electronic fences, at least, cats can be effectively contained without compromising their quality...

'Tongue worm' reported in imported dogs

‘Tongue worm’ reported in imported dogs

‘Veterinary practitioners should be alert to the possibility of L serrata, particularly in imported dogs.’ Vets advised to be vigilant...

A closer look at the small print

Pet owners are being urged to look more closely at the fine print when choosing a pet insurance policy, as...