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Raptor wildlife casualties in general practice 

Despite falconry being very popular in the UK, the specialist nature of the clinical work means very few practices have...

Tom Dutton
Dogs trained to detect malaria from socks

Dogs trained to detect malaria from socks

Dogs were able to identify 70 per cent of the malaria-infected samples (Stock photo). Sniffer dogs could help prevent disease...

New test detects Johne’s disease in day-old calves

New test detects Johne’s disease in day-old calves

The trial proves that early detection of live MAP infection is possible. Researchers assess effectiveness of new Actiphage system  Researchers...

Australian war dog receives PDSA Dickin Medal

Australian war dog receives PDSA Dickin Medal

The PDSA Dickin Medal was presented to Kuga’s canine colleague, Odin. Belgian Malinois Kuga recognised for actions in Afghanistan  A...

VNonline Editor
First ethical elephant tours begin in Vietnam

First ethical elephant tours begin in Vietnam

Visitors to Yok Don National Park can now observe elephants roaming in their natural environment. Elephants now free to roam...

Wildlife Editor
Hedgehog charity issues bonfire night reminder

Hedgehog charity issues bonfire night reminder

Always check bonfires for hedgehogs and other wildlife before lighting. Public urged not to build bonfires in advance  The British...