December 2015

The RCVS has made a ÂŁ3,000 donation to the international animal welfare and veterinary care … more

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A veterinary charity is warning against giving animals as gifts this Christmas to avoid fuelling … more

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Zoological Society of London (ZSL) London Zoo’s African hunting dog (Lycaon pictus) pack has more … more

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Further details of UK testing for the mediated colistin resistance (mcr-1) gene in pigs have … more

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The badger culls will continue in 2016 and be extended into other areas, Defra announced today. … more

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An investigation has been launched after an animal shelter volunteer contracted and died from leptospirosis. … more

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Fourth year vet students at Bristol Veterinary School hosted a candlelit carol service for fellow … more

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From 18 December porcine epidemic diarrhoea (PED) will become a notifiable disease in England, at … more

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The nominations deadline for the International Canine Health Awards has been extended to 8 January … more

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A tiger has travelled 250 miles from Chester Zoo to its new home at Paignton … more

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Dogs Trust Newbury is celebrating its own Christmas miracle after three puppies were found alive … more

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Pet owners are being reminded of the dangers chocolate can pose to dogs by veterinary … more

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Dogs Trust has expressed deep regret and disappointment at the Scottish Government’s plans to consult … more

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The Bern Convention on the Conservation of European Wildlife and Natural Habitats standing committee has … more

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Scientists have detected the first plasmid mediated colistin resistance (mcr-1) gene in food and human … more

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The National Sheep Association (NSA) has teamed up with three companies for its membership recruitment … more

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The veterinary profession is being urged to nominate colleagues for this year’s Ceva Animal Welfare … more

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The search is on to find Royal Tunbridge Wells’ “most deserving dog”. The award, launched … more

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Vets4PetS and Companion Care have launched their Vet Report 2015 for pet owners. The report … more

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Dog owners are being given advice on how to keep themselves and their pets safe … more

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