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Orangutans learn bed-making from watching their mothers

Primates watch others and then practice constructions, study finds.
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Chatter box 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.  Chatter box

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Equine News
Vets collaborate for giraffe's dental examination
Vets collaborate for giraffe's dental examination

Edinburgh Zoo's giraffe had unusual swelling on its face.
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Major zoos announce cryobanking collaboration
Major zoos announce cryobanking collaboration

The alliance will focus on sharing best practices and expertise.
Farmland birds declining in England, RSPB reveals
Farmland birds declining in England, RSPB reveals

 The charity calls on the government to better support farmers tackling declines.
EEHV vaccine for Asian elephants has trial breakthrough
EEHV vaccine for Asian elephants has trial breakthrough

 The vaccine could save the lives of young elephants.
Tributes paid to conservationist Jane Goodall
Tributes paid to conservationist Jane Goodall

 The animal rights campaigner has died at the age of 91.
RZSS criticises Defra transfer 'red tape'
RZSS criticises Defra transfer 'red tape'

Legislation has restricted vital conservation efforts.
Developments made with grey squirrel contraception
Developments made with grey squirrel contraception

Grey squirrels pose a threat to endangered red squirrels.
Silverback gorilla receives health check at London Zoo
Silverback gorilla receives health check at London Zoo

 Kiburi had a CT scan and full cardiology exam.
Wildlife crime 'must be taken seriously'
Wildlife crime 'must be taken seriously'

Report reveals incidents are being systemically overlooked.
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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."

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