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Video captures emotional reunion thanks to microchip
Together again. Michelle McFetridge and Marley the dog were reunited at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, London.

Procedure due to be enforced in April

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home ended a 66-day separation for Michelle McFetridge and her Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Marley.

Cameras captured the moment Michelle was reunited with her rescue dog, more than two months after she lost grip of one-year-old Marley’s lead. He ran across the road, narrowly missing a car and disappeared.

Despite putting up posters, contacting local dog wardens and filing a lost report, Battersea were able to identify Marley with his microchip.

Michelle said: “I was so shocked when I got the call from Battersea, because I honestly thought I was never going to see Marley again.

“It’s so important to get your dog microchipped and it really is the best chance you have of being reunited with your dog.”

One of 3000 dogs to arrive at Battersea last year, and with only 41 per cent of dogs having a microchip at the centre, many dogs were not reunited with their owners.

A compulsory microchipping law will be enforced on 6 April 2016, and Battersea are helping owners avoid fines by offering free microchipping.

Steve Craddock, Battersea’s intake manager, said “Michelle was like any other devoted owner who had never stopped looking for their dog. We are delighted to have reunited them and were also very moved in witnessing this very heart-warming reunion.”

Image (C) 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.