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Raccoons solve puzzles for fun, study finds

They completed challenges even without a food reward.
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Chatter box Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. Chatter box

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Equine News
Avian Influenza Prevention Zones lifted across the UK
Avian Influenza Prevention Zones lifted across the UK

CVO says risk to poultry across country has 'reduced'.
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Calculator to optimise pig and broiler feed
Calculator to optimise pig and broiler feed

Tool will help nutritionists better assess beta-mannan levels.
Feather insights could reduce transmission of Marek's disease
Feather insights could reduce transmission of Marek's disease

"It's important to have multiple strategies available" - Prof. Andrea Wilson.
RSPCA calls for pig welfare consultation
RSPCA calls for pig welfare consultation

More than 22,000 signatures were delivered last July.
Online vet course launched on haemonchosis
Online vet course launched on haemonchosis

The course explores how Barber's pole worm can be controlled in sheep flock.
UK strengthens protections against swine fevers
UK strengthens protections against swine fevers

Defra aims to protect pig sector from ASF and classical swine fever.
BVA calls for ban on cages for laying hens
BVA calls for ban on cages for laying hens

It recommends that enriched cages are phased out.
Study explores best practice for faecal sampling of grazers
Study explores best practice for faecal sampling of grazers

Faecal samples from alpacas and sheep in Wales could protect wildlife worldwide.
Study explores 2022 vesicular disease outbreak
Study explores 2022 vesicular disease outbreak

Seneca Valley virus spread across five pig farms in England.
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Lords Committee opens Pet Parasite Medication inquiry

The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will launch its inquiry into Pet Parasite Medication (PPM) on Wednesday (3 June).

Focusing on treatments containing fipronil and imidacloprid, the inquiry will seek to understand distribution pathways and the impacts of PPM use and non-use on biodiversity and human health. It will also cover current regulation, monitoring, and the potential implications for pets and their owners.

The committee will hear evidence from environmental non-governmental organisations and research institutes. The public can follow the proceedings live on Parliament TV or in person in the Palace of Westminster.

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