Weight gain in horses more than doubles laminitis risk – study
Findings underscore the importance of regular weight monitoring Weight gain more than doubles the risk of laminitis in horses and…
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New DNA tests to help prevent blindness in border collies
Genetic mutation found to be responsible for severe gonio Scientists have discovered a mutation in the OLFML3 gene which causes…
Study results for Protexin’s new probiotic
“The Pro-Kolin Advanced study represents one of the first of its kind looking at the benefit of a probiotic paste…
Common pesticide ‘to be banned in the EU’
EU states voted for ban amid health and environmental concerns One of the UK’s most-used pesticides, chlorothalonil, is set to…
Reclassification of pregabalin and gabapentin to Schedule 3
Drugs will be subject to prescription writing requirements Pregabalin and gabapentin will be reclassified to Schedule 3 from 1 April…
Trade Bill amendment to protect animal welfare post-Brexit
Amendment protects all legislative protections affecting “human, animal or plant life or health The government has backed an amendment to…
‘Worrying escalation’ of swine dysentery cases, NPA says
Increased biosecurity and monitoring recommended The National Pig Association (NPA) is calling for increased biosecurity on pig farms after four…
Antibiotic-resistant ‘superbug’ gene found in UK dog
‘Surprise’ finding highlights need for routine surveillance Researchers are calling for improved surveillance of ‘last resort’ antimicrobials in companion animals…
Kemin to increase manufacturing capabilities in India
Additional plant capacity will help meet increasing demand for animal protein industry in South Asia Kemin Industries, a global ingredient…
Three Innovation Fellows appointed to lead research on infectious diseases
Three Innovation Fellows have been appointed, including two at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), to undertake studies aimed at producing…