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Over 100 dogs removed in rescue centre raid
Humberside Police said it could not confirm any further details as the investigation is ongoing. (Stock photo)
Investigations into Lincolnshire business ongoing

A major raid by Humberside Police and the RSPCA has seen more than 100 dogs removed from a rescue centre in North Lincolnshire.

The dogs were taken from 4 Paws Veterinary Clinic on Habrough Road, South Killingholme, BBC News reported. A number of cats were also removed from the site.

According to its sign, 4 Paws offers boarding kennels as well as a ‘second chance rescue’.

Chief inspector Ian Briggs from the RSPCA’s special operations unit told the BBC: “The animals are all being moved into a safe secure environment where they will be cared for, treated for any ailments and monitored for any infectious diseases.

“They will remain in the care of the RSPCA and the Dogs Trust throughout the investigation.”

While no arrests have been made, Mr Briggs said a number of people are “helping us with our inquiries and have been taken away by the police.”

He added: “We’re investigating everything about this organisation. The operation has been built over the last few weeks. It involves information coming in from concerned members of the public.”

Mr Briggs reportedly advised anyone who has acquired animals from 4 Paws, or who has dogs in its kennels, to contact the RSPCA.

Inspector Tim Harvey of Humberside Police told BBC News: “We and our colleagues at the RSPCA are currently carrying out an intel-led operation at an animal rescue organisation in Killingholme.

“At this stage, we cannot confirm any further details, as the investigation is ongoing.”

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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.