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New centre to offer a refuge for reptiles
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“Whilst rehoming is central to the NCRW’s existence, it will also provide a gold standard for reptile welfare."
National Centre for Reptile Welfare will open mid-2017

A new centre for excellence in reptile welfare is set to open in Kent later on this year, offering refuge and care to reptiles and amphibians, and aiming to find ideal new homes for them.

The National Centre for Reptile Welfare (NCRW) will be able to rehome reptiles from anywhere in the UK, with animals being moved in and out of the centre through an established logistics network, according to the Pet Gazette. The move was announced by the Pet Charity and Hadlow College and will be developed in partnership with the Pet Industry Federation and the Reptile and Exotic Pet Trade Association.

Tim Wass MBE, chair of the Pet Charity, is quoted by the Pet Gazette as saying: “Reptiles are now the fourth largest group of pet animals in the UK after dogs, cats and fish. As with the keeping of any animals, there is always a need for rehoming and rehabilitation.

“The Pet Charity has a wonderful opportunity to pioneer this exciting new project and to be part of a solution which matches up new owners with unwanted reptiles.”

Chris Newman, trustee of the charity and project co-ordinator, added: “I have for many years felt that a centre which provides a rehoming service for reptiles is long overdue, and I am delighted to be in a position to see such a project come to fruition.

“Whilst rehoming is central to the NCRW’s existence, it will also provide a gold standard for reptile welfare, something which is fundamental to the project, given the centre’s partnership with educating the next generation of animal management graduates.”

The project was introduced to the public at Hadlow College lambing weekend on 11-12 March and will be fully launched in mid-2017.

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Webinar to explore history of KC breed registers

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 A free webinar exploring the development of the Kennel Club's registration system and the evolution of closed breed registers has been announced.

Hosted by Dr Alison Skipper, veterinary and research advisor at the Kennel Club, the webinar will delve into the development of the registry and how the changing landscape of scientific knowledge has shaped breeding practices. It will also look at what this means for the future of pedigree dogs.

The session will culminate with a look at The Kennel Club's ongoing and future engagement in this area, with a chance for attendees to put forward their thoughts and questions for discussion.

This event takes place on Microsoft Teams on Tuesday, 10 June at 7pm. To learn more, visit events.teams.microsoft.com  

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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.