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Thousands mourn heroic French police dog
French national police said assault and explosives dogs are 'indispensable' for these types of operation (Image: Police Nationale/Twitter).
Diesel was killed in a counter-terror operation in Paris
 
The death of a French police dog called Diesel during counter-terror operations in Paris has prompted an outpouring of tributes online.

French national police raided a flat in Saint Denis yesterday (18 November), as part of a major operation to find the alleged mastermind behind Friday's gun and bomb attacks in the capital, which killed 129 people

Following the raid, in which five police officers were injured, police confirmed on Twitter that Diesel, a seven-year-old assault dog, had been 'killed by terrorists'.

The tweet sparked a massive reaction online and has now been retweeted 15,000 times. Yesterday the hashtags 'JeSuisChien' (I am dog) and 'JeSuisDiesel' (I am Diesel) were trending on Twitter. It is a play on the use of 'JeSuisCharlie', which was used to show support for victims of the January attack on Charlie Hebdo magazine.

Thousands of people posted tributes to Diesel on Twitter (Image: Twitter).
Many people posted tributes to Diesel and the work of police dogs. One user wrote: 'He died defending the colours of France', while another posted: 'Not all heroes are human. Forever grateful for the men/women & animals who give their lives to protect us #JeSuisChien'.

It is reported that Diesel was sent into the property first to assess the level of risk. During the operation, a woman blew herself up while another suspect was shot dead.

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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.