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Britain's pet owners braved the July heat to show their local pet shops some love
Saturday 11th July may have been one of the hottest days of the year thus far, but that did not stop pet owners across the UK from stepping out to support their local independent pet shop for National Pet Shop Day 2026.
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Bluetongue virus (BTV): clear advice on insecticides, OP dips and midge control
The Sustainable Control of Parasites in Sheep (SCOPS) and Control of Worms Sustainably (COWS) urge livestock farmers to think twice before applying dips, insecticides or repellents to their livestock in the hope of preventing infection with bluetongue...
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Independent veterinary group marks five years with 10 practices and ambitious expansion plans
Independent veterinary group Harrison Family Vets is celebrating its fifth anniversary after opening 10 practices, creating 118 jobs and treating more than 63,000 pets.
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Webinar Urges Action as Sheep Abortion Diagnoses Rise 45% Ahead of Tupping
Sheep farmers are being urged to act early this summer to protect next season’s lamb crop, with new data highlighting the ongoing burden of infectious abortion diseases in UK flocks.
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BSAVA PetSavers opens applications for PhD to develop Ageing Feline Toolkit
BSAVA PetSavers has opened applications for a PhD studentship to support the development of a new Ageing Feline Toolkit, helping owners recognise when age-related changes in their cats may require veterinary attention.
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RCVS news: RCVS improves access to its services with launch of new CRM and online portal
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has recently upgraded its customer relationship management (CRM) system to improve how it stores information about veterinary professionals and practices, how veterinary professionals can view and update...
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EU reset: Policy makers must be mindful of journey time motion, says NSA
Closer regulatory alignment with Europe must recognise the unique nature of UK sheep production and the importance of practical, science-led animal welfare policy, says the National Sheep Association (NSA).
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CVS Equine launches first nationwide Medicines Amnesty to support responsible medicine disposal
CVS Equine has launched its first-ever Medicines Amnesty, encouraging horse owners across the UK to return unused, part-used and expired veterinary medicines to their local CVS Equine practice for safe and responsible disposal.
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Two cats found abandoned in box at layby join forces to rear kittens
Eight cats found abandoned inside an ottoman were brought to Battersea’s Old Windsor Centre, after being found by good samaritans at the side of the road in a layby.
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SPILLERS brand showcases pioneering equine nutrition research at European conference
Eleven new studies involving the SPILLERSTM brand highlight practical advances in feeding and managing horses to reduce laminitis risk and improve understanding of the equine microbiome.
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