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Petition launched to tackle puppy farming
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TV vet Marc Abraham introduces Where's Mum campaign

Pup Aid founder and TV vet Marc Abraham has launched an e-petition to help ban the practice of puppy and kitten farming in the UK.

The petition calls for a ban on the sale of puppies and kittens without the mother being present, and for urgent action to be taken to raise public awareness of the issue.

The cause has already received massive support, with celebrities including Brian May, Ricky Gervais, Liam Gallagher, Joanna Page and Meg Mathews getting involved. Marc says: "Everyday another celebrity comes along asking what they can do to help."

Marc launched Pup Aid - a community interest company - in 2010, having seen an influx of puppies coming into emergency vet clinics suffering from parvovirus, leaving their owners with vets bills of up to £2000.

Upon further investigation, Marc found that the animals were coming from a local puppy farm. He said: "I found that these people were really good at coming up with answers people would believe.

Feeling frustrated at how difficult puppy and kitten farming is to police, Marc launched Pup Aid, which aims to empower the public with knowledge, and he soon discovered the value of the media in raising awareness.

Explaining the focus of the e-petition and Pup Aid, Marc says: "Stop the supply, stop the demand and you stop puppy farming."

As well as a campaign, Pup Aid is also a free annual event, taking place this year at Primrose Hill in London on September 7. As well as music, food, fun and celebrity judges, the event includes a parade of ex-breeding bitches who are currently undergoing rehabilitation.

After launching three weeks ago, the petition has already received 30,000 signatures, but needs 100,000 before the issue can be brought before parliament.

For more information, visit the Pup Aid website, or click here to sign the petition.

 

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Greyhound Board announces change to vaccination guidance

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 The Greyhound Board of Great Britain has published new vaccination guidance, with all greyhounds registered from 1 January, 2027 required to have the L4 leptospirosis vaccination, rather than L2.

The change comes in response to the reduced availability of the 'L2' Leptospirosis vaccine across the UK, and aims to support best biosecurity practice across the racing greyhound population.

GBGB veterinary director Simon Gower, said "While rare, Leptospirosis is a serious infectious disease that can affect both dogs and humans, so it is vital that we offer our greyhounds the broadest possible protection.  

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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.