“We’re delighted that the Home Secretary has recognised the devastating effects of pet theft and the need for reform” – Ed Hayes, head of public affairs at The Kennel Club.

Team of volunteers from UK and beyond, many of whom were furloughed, put time to good use to trace part of profession’s foundations.

Specialist hospital boosts funds of charity Dogs On The Streets, which helps dogs belonging to the homeless community.

Images of dogs have been projected on to some of London’s most famous landmarks as YuMOVE says thank you to the UK’s canine companions.

Equity firm Silver Lake and Nestlé invest around £3 billion in IVC Evidensia, valuing Europe’s biggest vet group at around £10.7 billion.

Survey run by Veterinary Woman and SPVS highlights impact, with 76% saying they are concerned about impact of menopause on health, life and work.

Downloadable support kit includes video and infographic on how to handle hyperthyroid cats to minimise stress.

“The significance of our finding is unknown at this time, but we feel Vet Times readers should be aware of the emergence of this bacterial species in dogs...” – Carole Hughes, Petbiome.

Business consultancy donates 20 laptops, tablets and PCs to its local parish council for distribution to children trying to learn from home without their own computer.

Top tech prize on offer for winning team in PetsApp pub quiz, which is due to take place on Tuesday (9 February).

“The combined results of this growing evidence base indicate that cats and dogs maintained on nutritionally sound vegan diets suffer no adverse health consequences, and may experience certain benefits, such as reduced obesity, GI and hepatic disease in cats.”

The NHS doctor, television presenter, author and columnist will share insights as part of BSAVA Virtual Congress in March.

“Hanging rhinos upside down actually improved ventilation (albeit to a small degree) over rhinos lying on their sides” – Robin Radcliffe, Cornell University.

Materials from MSD encourage focus on three key areas for improved disease control to aid vet conversations with farmers.

CVS Group employees raise £22,000 for The Cinnamon Trust during 2020, with group matching that total with the same donation to Vetlife.

RCVS Mind Matters Mental Health Research Symposium, titled “Understanding and supporting veterinary mental health”, to be held online on 24 November.

Team of 50-plus receptionists at Westway Veterinary Group celebrate earning fully accredited status with British Veterinary Receptionist Association.

Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health extends its PetNatter programme to help practices engage better with clients.

The Great Weight Debate – a special seminar involving 170 delegates from across the world – finds working together, communication and trust key to solving issue.