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Amanda Holden becomes Battersea Ambassador

Actress pledges continued support for world-famous charity

British actress Amanda Holden has become an Ambassador for Battersea Dogs and Cats Home.

Owner of a Yorkie-Russell cross called Rudie and cat Muffy, Amanda visited the iconic south London rescue centre on Monday, 30 September.

She becomes Battersea’s fourth Ambassador, joining television personality Paul O’Grady OBE, international supermodel David Gandy and children’s author Dame Jacqueline Wilson.

Having previously hosted Battersea’s annual Collars and Coats Gala Ball, Amanda is a strong advocate for rescue dogs and cats and the work that Battersea does.

She will host the fundraiser again this year, alongside fellow Ambassador Paul O’Grady OBE, on Thursday, 7 November.

Amanda said: “I’ve always loved Battersea and have been a proud sponsor for many years. My visits to the Home remind me what a truly inspirational place it is.”

“To see how many abandoned and neglected dogs and cats find their way to Battersea every year and seeing the brilliant work that dedicated staff and volunteers do in caring for, and rehoming them is incredibly heart-warming.”

Battersea’s Chief Executive, Claire Horton, said: “We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome Amanda as a Battersea Ambassador. Her continued support and her unquestionable love for animals makes her a perfect advocate for the Home.”

Amanda visits the Home whilst the charity remembers its pioneering founding lady, Mrs Mary Tealby, who established Britain’s first dogs home in 1860.

Amanda added: “It’s such a huge honour to be at the Home and to be asked to be an Ambassador. I want to do all that I can to ensure Mary Tealby’s vision of caring for stray dogs and cats is carried on into the future for another 153 years and more. Every dog and cat deserves to live in a warm, loving home.”

Image courtesy of Battersea Dogs & Cats Home

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.