As National Pet Month gets underway, veterinary experts say that recognising when a pet is overweight is their top issue for concern. More than one in…

Three opossums which went missing after being illegally imported into the UK pose a rabies threat, warn Trading Standards officers. The opossums – marsupials native to…

Comic Relief has apologised over the use of a brachycephalic (flat-faced) breed of dog in its campaign merchandise this year, following complaints by the British Veterinary Association…

The RSPCA says the problem of abandoned exotic pets is a growing concern for animal rescue charities. RSPCA officer Nicola White said: “We are finding that…

Today is the first Dog Theft Awareness Day, organised by the Stolen and Missing Pets Alliance (SAMPA)  and Gareth Johnson MP. Mr Johnson, MP for Dartford, said: “Dog theft…

Pets at Home has sent a clarifying letter to vet practices after cases of cats becoming “seriously unwell” were linked to four products from the company’s…

American research into how ticks survive may pave the way for new approaches in combating the diseases they transmit. Scientists at the University of Maryland School…

Following Pets at Home’s  recall of some of its dry cat food products, Laurent Garosi, European Veterinary Specialist in Neurology at Davies Veterinary Specialists, has shared…

Ceva Animal Health has revealed its shortlist for its annual animal welfare awards. Those in contention are: Chris Laurence Vet of the Year Award Andrew…

Defra has announced new moves on puppy sales to help crack down on puppy farms and ‘back street breeders’. It will be illegal to sell puppies…