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Newborn okapi named after Meghan Markle
17th January 2018
Newborn okapi named after Meghan Markle
An endangered okapi recently born at London Zoo has been named Meghan - after Prince Harry's fiance Meghan Markle - in celebration of the upcoming royal wedding. Okapis are classed as endangered in the wild, having suffered ongoing declines since 1995. Zookeeper Gemma Metcalf said: "We're very pleased with how mother and baby are doing. Oni is being very attentive, making sure she regularly licks her clean and keeping a watchful eye over Meghan as she sleeps." Image ZSL London Zoo
Aspiring vets head to ZSL London Zoo
11th January 2018
Aspiring vets head to ZSL London Zoo
Children are being invited to step into the role of a zoo vet at London Zoo next month, as part of an award-winning role play experience. Vets in Action will take place from 10-18 February, when young aspiring vets will take part in interactive family events at the zoo's animal hospital. On the first day they will be prepped with hairnets and masks before joining the veterinary team at a specially recreated vet centre. The children will help to examine, x-ray and carry out treatments on toys. For more information, visit www.zsl.org

Image (c) ZSL London Zoo
University of Liverpool to assess feline ageing
9th January 2018
University of Liverpool to assess feline ageing
A pioneering study that aims to improve understanding of the ageing process in cats has been launched at the University of Liverpool.

The Cat Prospective Ageing and Welfare Study (CatPAWS) will undertake extensive and best practice examinations of cats between seven and 10 years of age.

Researchers hope to assess the many interconnecting factors associated with feline ageing and take steps towards prolonging and improving quality of life.
Limited edition cat prints raise over 3K for charity
3rd January 2018
Limited edition cat prints raise over 3K for charity
Cats Protection has received donations of more than 3,600 from the sales of limited edition cat prints. Comedian Bob Mortimer inspired, personalised and signed the prints, which feature made up cat names. Proving extremely popular, many sold out within minutes of going on sale and a portion of each sale has been donated to the charity, reaching 3,211 in total. In addition, a one-of-a-kind print was donated and sold for 412.
Michael Kors to stop using fur
20th December 2017
Michael Kors to stop using fur
Global luxury fashion company, Michael Kors, is set to phase out animal fur in its products by the end of 2018. The move also applies to the Jimmy Choo collection, which was acquired by Michael Kors Holdings this year.

Designer Michael Kors said: "Due to technological advances in fabrications, we now have the ability to create a luxe aesthetic using non-animal fur. We will showcase these new techniques in our upcoming runway show in February."
Giraffe Conservation Foundation named BVNA's charity of the year
13th December 2017
Giraffe Conservation Foundation named BVNA's charity of the year
BVNA president Wendy Nevins has named The Giraffe Conservation Foundation as the association's charity of the year for 2017/2018.

The Giraffe Conservation Foundation dedicates its work to a sustainable future for wild giraffe populations. Wendy Nevins said: 'I have chosen the Giraffe Conservation Foundation for the BVNA Charity of the Year because I have always thought Giraffes were magnificent animals.

'I also think it is important that we look at the wider issue of conservation and education across all species.'
#Vets4Vultures exceeds fundraising target
8th December 2017
#Vets4Vultures exceeds fundraising target
Wildlife Vets International has more than doubled its target to support bird of prey conservation projects in Bulgaria, India and South Africa.

The charity was tasked to raise 3,000 in online donations via the hashtag #Vets4Vultures between Tuesday, 28 November and Tuesday 5 December 2017.

To date, the charity has raised 6,616 and has thanked the veterinary profession for backing its efforts to conserve vultures and other birds of prey. Donations can still be made at https://secure.thebiggive.org.uk/projects/view/28285
First company in Asia commits to sourcing cage-free eggs
30th November 2017
First company in Asia commits to sourcing cage-free eggs
A hospitality company in Singapore has become the first Asian company to commit to sourcing 100 per cent cage-free eggs in its supply chain. The Lo & Behold Group, which owns and operates bars, restaurants and a boutique hotel, is working with the Humane Society International to improve animal welfare. The company will use only cage-free eggs by 2020.
Saddle Research Trust confirms 2018 conference
28th November 2017
Saddle Research Trust confirms 2018 conference
The third Saddle Research Trust International Conference will take place on 8 December 2018 at the University of Nottingham, it has been confirmed.

Entitled "Horse, rider, saddlery interactions: Welfare & performance", the programme will focus on the latest research, from new techniques in equine pain recognition to rider posture and equine biomechanics.

For more details visit www.eventbrite.co.uk
ICatCare produces free antifreeze poster
23rd November 2017
ICatCare produces free antifreeze poster
International Cat Care has produced a free-to-download poster warning of the dangers of antifreeze to cats. The charity hopes that it will be used to raise awareness of the issue and provide advice on keeping cats safe.

The poster can be downloaded at: https://icatcare.org/sites/default/files/PDF/antifreeze-campaign-poster.pdf
Outreach work in Mongolia aims to learn about Pallas's cat
17th November 2017
Outreach work in Mongolia aims to learn about Pallas's cat
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) is supporting work in Mongolia to help improve understanding of the Pallas's cat (Otocolobus manul). The society is working with local communities to raise awareness and learn more about how people interact with the cats. The aim is to gather knowledge on the species and the threats it faces, to inform global conservation efforts.
Critically endangered boar arrives at Edinburgh Zoo
15th November 2017
Critically endangered boar arrives at Edinburgh Zoo
A male Visayan warty pig has joined the collection at Edinburgh Zoo. The critically endangered boar, named Jacques, arrived from Touroparc Zoo in France and has joined Edinburgh's existing females, Evie and Mina. The zoo is part of the European Endangered Species Breeding programme for Visayan warty pigs. The long-term aim is to reintroduce it to the islands where it has become locally extinct.
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