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Pets make you healthier, survey reveals
children in park with dog
The survey revealed that children also benefit from a healthier and happier lifestyle when living in a household with a pet.

National Pet Show survey reveals that living with an animal is good for you

Ninety-eight per cent of pet owners say that owning a pet reduces stress levels and gives them a healthier lifestyle, a survey by the National Pet Show has revealed.

Out of 321 respondents, 96 per cent said that they feel that children also benefit from a healthier and happier lifestyle when living in a household with a pet.

Noel Fitzpatrick, who stars in the Channel 4 series The Supervet, said: "I firmly believe that the essence of unconditional love shared between a pet and their guardian represents the very best of the human condition, so the results of this research do not surprise me.

“When you see the family of a pet in the presence of their animal, their entire vivacity changes, they ‘light up’.

“As a vet, I have dedicated my life to exploring all of the options available for the animals I treat. As well as forming wonderful relationships with the animals themselves, the relationships with the pet’s families are truly outstanding. Meeting people who would do everything they can to save their pets from pain or harm is the most remarkable part of the job.”

The National Pet Show, which is entirely dedicated to the nation's passion for pets, is taking place for the first time at the NEC, Birmingham on Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, 21 September.  For more information visit www.thenationalpetshow.com.

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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.