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Black cats looking for a bit of luck!
Image: Black cat
Some people believe that black cats, like Bertie, are associated with bad luck

Charity seeks homes for cats overlooked because of their coat colour

The Scottish SPCA is seeking new homes for the black cats currently at their centre in Dundee, where staff in the Petterden Centre think the felines may have been left on the shelf because some people believe that black cats are associated with bad luck.

Assistant manager, Dale Christie, said: “Unfortunately our black cats can wait longer for new homes compared to the other felines in our care. We believe that some people think black cats are unlucky, which is a real shame as they are gorgeous cats that will make lovely companions.


“Some of our current black cat residents – Bertie, Claude, Lenny and Buddy – have been with us for nearly two months with no interest. Bertie came into our care through no fault of his own and is finding life a little scary at the moment. We feel he’d be best suited to a home with a patient and understanding owner.

“Buddy came into the centre through unfortunate circumstances. He too is nervous and deserves a gentle and caring owner who can take the time to bring him out of his shell.”

If anyone is interested in offering one the black cats a new home, please call 03000 999 999 or visit the Petterden Centre any day (except Tuesday) 10am-4pm, where they will receive a very warm welcome.

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Webinar to explore AMR in vet dentistry

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 The WSAVA has invited veterinary professionals to a webinar on responsible antibiotic usage in dentistry.

On 19 November 2025, at 1am, Dr J Scott Weese and Dr Brooke Niemiec will share the latest advice for antimicrobial use. They will present research on oral bacterology, and explain how attendees can choose appropriate antibiotics.

The session will cover pre-, intra- and post-operative guidelines, with recommendations for various pathologies.

The webinar is designed to support veterinary professionals to make informed decisions and tackle antimicrobial resistance.

Attendees can register here

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Endorsed by leading veterinary organisations, including the BEVA, BVNA and RCVS Knowledge, the checklist is designed to reduce the environmental footprint of veterinary care, while supporting better animal health outcomes.

The checklist was launched at the World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Paris and will be followed by an internal training and awareness campaign. For more information, visit dechra.com