Lesley Stubbings, an independent sheep consultant and a key contributor to OvertheCounter, is one of six researchers whose work will be helped by the Animal Welfare…
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The NFU has called for action on the irresponsible use of drones after a case of “sheep worrying” was reported. A Hampshire farmer who thought his…
Defra has extended the avian influenza prevention zone that has been in place since 6th December until 28 February to help protect poultry and captive birds…
The British Equestrian Trade Association has teamed up with the British Horseracing Authority to introduce enhancements to the BHA’s Helmet Bounty Scheme. The safety initiative –…
With heavy snow and rain forecast this winter, vets have are urged owners to take precautionary measures to protect livestock. This follows last year’s British Veterinary…
Dairy farmers can now access an updated, online version of AHDB Dairy’s Heifer Rearing Cost Calculator to work out how much it is costing to rear…
Vets are warning owners not to forget about small pets such as rabbits and guinea pigs that usually live outdoors, yet are vulnerable to cold and…
One in three small animal vets has seen puppies believed to have been illegally imported in the last year, according to new figures from the British…
Mainstream fashion forecasters say that we’ll be in the pink this Spring , writes Carolyn Henderson. We’ll also be sporting navy, ruffles, nautical stripes and sharply-cut…
NADIS has launched a CPD initiative with AMTRA to highlight the threats posed to animal health by anthelmintic resistance. “Anthelmintic resistance is a significant threat facing…