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Rescue dog voted Britain's sleepiest pet
Hugo
Hugo was found wandering the streets of London.

Hugo likes to relax in the most elegant fashion

An 11-year-old rescue dog has been crowned Britain's sleepiest pet in a photography competition organised by Mattress Online.

The internet retailer urged pet owners to send in pictures of their lazy animals for a chance to win pet shopping vouchers.

King charles/pug cross Hugo was snapped by his owner lying on his back on a blanket at his home in Croydon, South London.

Owner Charlotte Pike, who adopted Hugo earlier this year after he was found wandering the streets, said that he had transformed from a "timid little boy who was scared of his own shadow to being totally bedded in."  

She added: "The photo shows how he likes to relax in the most elegant fashion, taking up all the space and now feels relaxed at home, or anywhere he goes. Every blanket (and some coats) are very much his property. He comes into the office every day to help anyone who is having a bad day by being exceptionally cute and will curl up snoring on them at any opportunity."
 
"We have made it our mission to make sure whatever happened before us is forgotten, and he is going to have the BEST years of his life.
 
"Hugo is such a cheeky dog! This dog has been through a lot but is certainly making the most of his new home! He seems to have fitted in really well, looking extremely comfy! We hope he continues to grow within your family."

Runners up in the competition included seven-month-old Willow - a ragdoll kitten who loves nothing more than curling up on a real mattress for catnaps - and three-month-old Mabel, a little dog who appears very content in her new home.

Image - Mattrressonline.co.uk

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Greyhound Board announces change to vaccination guidance

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 The Greyhound Board of Great Britain has published new vaccination guidance, with all greyhounds registered from 1 January, 2027 required to have the L4 leptospirosis vaccination, rather than L2.

The change comes in response to the reduced availability of the 'L2' Leptospirosis vaccine across the UK, and aims to support best biosecurity practice across the racing greyhound population.

GBGB veterinary director Simon Gower, said "While rare, Leptospirosis is a serious infectious disease that can affect both dogs and humans, so it is vital that we offer our greyhounds the broadest possible protection.  

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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.