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Animals for scientific procedures consultation
Welfare organisation responds to Home Office proposals

The Kennel Club has submitted its formal response to the Home Office's consultation on animals for scientific procedures.

Following a recent EU Directive, the sale of cosmetic products containing ingredients tested on animals has been banned across all European Union member states.

As a result the UK's Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act (ASPA) is under revision to incorporate the directive, and is welcoming feedback.

The Kennel Club's submissions respond to both the draft code for the care and accommodation of animals and the proposed statistic changes regarding scientific procedures on living animals.

Caroline Kisko, the Kennel Club secretary, said: "The draft code for care and accommodation and the proposed changes to the statistics are clear in outlining the new requirements demanded of all in the usage of animals in scientific procedures."

She added that the organisation welcomes the recent total ban on the sale of cosmetic products that contain ingredients tested on animals.

"This [ban] reflects the '3R principles' of replacement, reduction and refinement, which the Kennel Club greatly supports and hopes will help with achieving both the short and long-term reduction in animals being used in scientific experiments."

Click here to view the response on accommodation, and here to view the response on procedures.

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Survey launched to investigate EHV

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 Zoetis has launched a new survey to identify management techniques for Equine Herpes Virus (EHV).

EHV is a contagious, airborne virus that can cause respiratory problems and severe diseases in horses and ponies. It spreads among horses over short distances, direct contact and through shared equipment.

The survey will explore current knowledge and management practices with EHV in the UK. It is quick to complete and participants could win one of 10 equine first aid kits.

Complete the survey here. 

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WSAVA launches pet travel guidance factsheet

A new pet travel guidance factsheet for veterinary professionals and caregivers has been developed by the WSAVA in collaboration with the World Veterinary Association.

The Dog and Cat Welfare During Transport factsheet provides step-by-step guidance for all stages of a journey, from pre-travel checklists to post-travel care.

Brachycephalic breeds or animals prone to travel-related anxiety are given special focus in this guide, which also provides links to IATA container regulation and WSAVA vaccination guidelines.