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Fossils’ soft tissues helping scientists to unravel origins of early animals
Scientists unearthed the fossil of an animal known as namacalathus. The soft tissue of which had been remarkably preserved by...
Vets find link between lamb weight and meat quality
Lambs heavier at weaning were found to be the highest quality at market. Discovery could benefit consumers, farmers, and the...
Government updates guidance on dog walking in lockdown
Dog walkers are now permitted to leave the house more than once a day to meet their pet’s exercise needs....
Gene study examines resistance to campylobacter in chickens
All the chickens used in the study were naturally exposed to campylobacter. Researchers investigate the genetic make-up of 3,000 chickens....
US pet food recalled following deaths of 70 dogs
"Multiple product samples were tested…and found to contain very high levels of aflatoxins." – FDA statement. Tests revealed ‘very high...
RSPCA cared for more than 22,000 animals during 2020 pandemic
Several thousand operations were carried out across 2020, including a procedure to remove a hedgehog’s toe. Charity promotes vital work...