Ukrainian refugees who have will now be able to access free veterinary treatment in 38 European countries through a programmed called Vets for Ukrainian Pets. Launched by animal charity (HSI), the programme will cover the treatment costs of up to five dogs, cats, horses or other pet animals, up to 250 Euros per animal, for acute care and […]
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Growing calls to “make renting with a pet easier” with pet deposit or insurance
The Pet Food Manufacturers Association (PFMA) and welfare charity International Cat Care have joined AdvoCATS’ Heads for Tails! campaign, which aims to make renting with pets easier by allowing landlords to “either request a financially capped pet deposit or a pet damage insurance”. The campaign originated from MP Andrew Rosindell’s 2020 private members bill, dubbed ,which aimed […]
Hearts in his hands: mitral valve repair in the UK
Professor Daniel Brockman is the director of the (RVC) and one of very few people in the world capable of performing mitral valve repair surgery on canine patients. “I began exploring the idea of performing this type of surgery on dogs in the mid-90s,” he recalls. “Mitral valve disease (MVD) is the most prevalent heart […]
Appeal for information on pup found with a broken leg
The RSPCA is appealing for information after a 12-week-old lurcher pup was found dumped with a broken leg which had to be amputated. animal rescue officer Katie Glenn said: “A member of the public found the puppy in a local park – known as Broadway or Norris Green Park – on 30 March. “She had […]
Pet stories children’s writing course launches with award-winning author
An award-winning children’s author is launching a for young people. Pet Time Stories, led by Helen Haraldsen, is aimed at young people aged aged 10 – 15 who have an interest in animals. It runs from 20 April to 25 May 2022. “I’m known for writing animal stories featuring my own pets and ponies and […]