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Scotland to consult on existing ban to tail docking

Scotland to consult on existing ban to tail docking

Stakeholders are calling to a change to the ban which would see a specific exemption for certain working dogs. Consultation...

One dog seized every 10 minutes in the UK

One dog seized every 10 minutes in the UK

The Staffordshire bull terrier is one of the most rehomed and destroyed breeds. Staffies top the list of the most...

Study an important step for dog cancer therapy

Study an important step for dog cancer therapy

Researchers investigated the activation of genetic regulatory mechanisms in canine cell lines. Researchers find similarities between human and canine cells...

Lucky animals saved in Cumbrian floods

Lucky animals saved in Cumbrian floods

Trained specialists from the RSPCA have so far rescued 36 people and 22 animals. Rescue teams contend with extremely dangerous...

Milestone reached for Scottish microchipping law

Milestone reached for Scottish microchipping law

Compulsory dog microchipping is expected to come into force in England, Wales and Scotland in April 2016. New rules to...

Vets aim to develop a novel test for neck pain

Vets aim to develop a novel test for neck pain

Signs of syringomyelia are often very subtle and can vary between dogs, meaning some cases may go undiagnosed. Test could...