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New prescription diet launches
Image: Metabolic Advanced Weight Solution, Hill's Pet Nutrition
Metabolic Advanced Weight Solution arrives

Following its announcement at the recent BSAVA Congress, a new prescription diet tackling pet obesity has been launched by Hills Pet Nutrition.

Pet obesity has been a source of ongoing concern, highlighted by the recent PDSA PAW Report, which found that 18 million UK pets are facing premature deaths due to unsuitable diets.

According to Hill's, the new Prescription Diet Metabolic Advanced Weight Solution works with the unique energy expenditure of each pet, to support not only weight loss but also weight maintenance. This is a departure from traditional dietetic weight loss foods that rely on calorie restriction.

Trials of the new diet reportedly found that 88 per cent of pets lost weight, even when their normal feeding patterns were not changed.

According to the company, the synergistic blend of natural ingredients in the new food increase the pet's ability to burn fat. The diet is also suitable for long-term feeding, and available in dry and wet formulations.

Visit the Hill's Pet Nutrition website for more information.

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 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. 

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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.