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Frozen Elsa gets fairytale ending
Elsa
Elsa has been adopted by her fosterer, Jim Slater.

Kitten found frozen in Denver has a loving new home

A kitten found with severe hypothermia in Denver has been named after Elsa from the popular Disney film, Frozen. Luckily, Elsa the kitten has got her fairytale ending with a loving new owner.

Elsa was found in freezing cold conditions last month and rescued by a good samaritan. Since being taken to the Dumb Friends League she has made a full recovery.

She stole the heart of her foster carer, Jim Slater, who has now adopted her. "She was by far the sweetest kitten I've ever fostered. She's just amazing," he said.

Jim says Elsa is now a playful, cuddly kitten who has made a new friend in Jim's other cat - an 11-year-old named Blue.

Judi Heady, the rescue centre's director, said: "We're thrilled for Elsa, and for Jim. It's a great fit for both of them."

Jim is also the charity's volunteer of the year. He has donated more than 2,500 hours of his time and fostered no fewer than 70 animals in the two-and-a-half years since he began volunteering.

Image courtesy of the Dumb Friends League

 

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Applications open for MMI research grants

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 RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.

 

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BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.