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Merial acquired by Boehringer Ingelheim
The businesses have combined to form the new Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health Business Unit.
Combined animal health business is the world’s second largest
 
Boehringer Ingelheim has announced its acquisition of Merial, making it the second largest animal health business in the world.

The businesses have combined to form the new Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health Business Unit, which is headed up by Joachim Hasenmaier.

“Our complementary portfolios make these two businesses a perfect fit,” Hasenmaier said. “As one animal health business, Boehringer Ingelheim has the increased expertise and resources to offer more innovation and a broader range of animal health solutions across the Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META) region.

“We are passionate about animal health, and we share a common vision. We recognise the critical importance of serving animal health needs globally, with a focus on prevention. When animals are healthy, humans are healthier too, and we commit to making the industry even better at improving both human and animal health.”

Growth in the META region will be led by Herbert Pohle, the newly appointed head of animal health operations. Pohle is based in the United Arab Emirates and will oversee the company’s integration, growth and development into a robust animal health business in the region, with a mandate to drive market leadership in sales, innovation and customer service.

Pohle said: “This is an exciting time for the Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health business and for the industry in the region. We have a dedicated and strong team throughout the META, and we will work towards improving human and animal health.”

Hasenmaier added: “We will continue to invest in our leadership positions in equine and pets and to strengthen and build in cattle, poultry and other livestock. And we will continue our special focus on prevention as a leader in vaccines and anti-parasitics, while ensuring we address the spectrum of health treatment needs in the region.

“We want to support farmers to raise and care for animals in a healthy, sustainable, and financially viable way that builds confidence with consumers. We want to help pets live longer and better. And we commit to maintaining the excellent service our customers and partners expect throughout the region. As a family-owned business, we can take the long-term perspective to achieve this.”

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Birmingham Dogs Home makes urgent appeal

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 Birmingham Dogs Home has issued an urgent winter appeal as it faces more challenges over the Christmas period.

The rescue centre has seen a dramatic increase in dogs coming into its care, and is currently caring for over 200 dogs. With rising costs and dropping temperatures, the charity is calling for urgent support.

It costs the charity £6,000 per day to continue its work.

Fi Harrison, head of fundraising and communications, said: "It's heart-breaking for our team to see the conditions some dogs arrive in. We really are their last chance and hope of survival."

More information about the appeal can be found here. 

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Avian flu confirmed at premises in Cornwall

A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been detected in commercial poultry at a premises near Rosudgeon, Cornwall.

All poultry on the infected site will be humanely culled, and a 3km protection zone and 10km surveillance zone have been put in place. Poultry and other captive birds in the 3km protection zone must be housed.

The case is the second avian flu case confirmed in commercial poultry this month. The H5N5 strain was detected in a premises near Hornsea, East Riding of Yorkshire, in early November. Before then, the disease had not been confirmed in captive birds in England since February.

The UK chief veterinary officer has urged bird keepers to remain alert and practise robust biosecurity.

A map of the disease control zones can be found here.