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Kennel Club responds to comments on brachycephalic dogs
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The Kennel Club Charitable Trust is helping to fund a research project into BOAS led by the University of Cambridge.

Owners urged to do their research

The Kennel Club has responded to the recent open letter calling on UK veterinary surgeons to take action on brachycephalic dogs.

In a statement Caroline Kisko, Kennel Club secretary, highlights a number of breeds recognised by the Kennel Club as at risk of developing brachycephalic constructive airway syndrome (BOAS). She urges puppy buyers to do ‘proper research’ into the health issues in their chosen breed and only go to a responsible breeder who puts dog health and welfare first.

To support breeders to make progress in affected breeds, the Kennel Club Charitable Trust is helping to fund a research project into BOAS led by the University of Cambridge.

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Annual submission deadline small pet animal exemptions

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 Companies marketing medicines for small pets exempt from authorisation must submit their annual return to the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) by 30 November 2026.

Submitting this annual return ensures continued compliance with regulatory requirements for products marketed without a full Marketing Authorisation. The exemption specifically applies to products intended for animals, cage birds, terrarium animals, small rodents, ferrets and rabbits.

For further details and submission guidelines, visit the gov.uk website.  

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In a recent statement, the BVA noted that members are reporting more severe clinical signs and higher mortality rates than in previous years.

'We know that farm vets are working hard to support farmers and animals affected by this outbreak, during what is an extremely difficult time for all involved,' they stated. 'Continued vigilance to identify disease early is vital and vaccination remains the best way of protecting animals from this disease.'