Current Affairs

Jan- 2018 -

8 January

Disney and the Royal family influence 2017’s top pet names

The most popular pet names for new animal companions in the UK are Charlie, Poppy and Bella for the second…

5 January

House fire started after dog turns on hob

A fire was started at a house in Leek, Staffordshire after a Border Collie jumped up and accidentally switched on…

5 January

#Puglife is prompting public to choose unhealthy breeds, say vets

Vets fear that the number of dogs needing invasive surgery to correct painful breed-related deformities will continue to soar as…

4 January

New illegal puppy trade guidelines launched

Independent Vetcare (IVC) are to release guidelines for its 500 practices giving them advice on how to educate clients and…

4 January

Last chance to nominate for this year’s vet awards

Members of the veterinary profession are being encouraged to put forward their colleagues for the Petplan Veterinary Awards in the…

4 January

Vet convicted of harassment

A Nottinghamshire-based veterinary surgeon has been suspended from the Registrar following a harassment conviction. Victor Daniel Pousada Garcia appeared before…

2 January

Arcadia launches brand new website

Arcadia Reptile has launched a brand new educational and product information website, www.arcadiareptile.com. In ‘part one’ of its new website ‘roll out’ the…

2 January