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RSPCA appoints new chief executive
Jeremy Cooper
Mr. Cooper has over thirty years' experience in the retail, commercial and not-for-profit sector.
Animal welfare charity appoints Jeremy Cooper

On Monday 4 April, current RSPCA director of corporate development, Jeremy Cooper, will become the chief executive of Britain’s biggest animal welfare charity.

Mr Cooper, a lifelong dog owner and animal lover, spent nearly three years as the chief executive of RSPCA Assured - formerly known as Freedom Food. He also has over thirty years' experience in the retail, commercial and not-for-profit sector.

He said: “I want to continue the process of ensuring the RSPCA is a modern, outward looking organisation with a clear purpose and built on strong values.”

“We’ve been around nearly 190 years already, and I want to tap into the talent and passion already within the Society to ensure we can carry on for as long as cruelty to animals exists.”

Jeremy Cooper, who grew up on a dairy farm and served in the Royal Air Force for nearly ten years, has a long history with animals, and considers his Airedale Terrier “the most important part of the family”.

RSPCA chairman Daphne Harris said: “I am delighted to have someone of Jeremy’s calibre accept the role of chief executive and hopefully lead the RSPCA into a strong and successful era”.

The RSPCA’s acting chief executive David Canavan will continue in his role as RSPCA trustee and society vice-chairman when Jeremy Cooper takes over.

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.