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Pets and owners reunited in Whaley Bridge
Missing pet organisation Animal Search UK began numerous trips into the ‘danger zone’ behind police cordons to feed and rescue pets.

Rescue mission works tirelessly to save pets from danger zone

Specialist teams in Whaley Bridge have worked tirelessly with the police to rescue and reunite pets with their owners, following the recent evacuation.

Residents are now returning to the Derbyshire town after nearly a week away from their homes and businesses. Many owners were unable to retrieve their pets when the evacuation order was put in place, after Toddbrook Reservoir’s dam partially collapsed.

Missing pet organisation Animal Search UK began numerous trips into the ‘danger zone’ behind police cordons to feed and rescue pets. Specialist teams went into the area in 15-minute missions, working with Glossop Police, the RSPCA, Pets at Home and residents to reunite hundreds of pets with their owners.

The organisation received nearly 1,000 calls to its 24-hour phone line asking for help or offering assistance.
 
Many animals were left confused and disorientated by their ordeal. One very distressed owner contacted the service as she was at work during the evacuation and was unable to return for her pet cockatiel and hamster, who were left with little food and water.

When the team gained access to her home, Joey the cockatiel had escaped and was flying around frantically. The search team managed to safely capture and reunite him with his owners.

After spending two days in Whaley Bridge, Animal Search UK has left the area confident that the majority of owners have been able to gain access to put out food and/or rescue their pets. Safety measures have been put in place for cats that may have strayed from home.

The organisation commented: ‘It really has been the most overwhelming experience for everyone within the team, the kindness of all the people who have volunteered their help has been truly incredible.’

Any owners that do not know the whereabouts of their pets should contact Animal Search UK via email, or register the animal as missing on their website. The organisation says it can also assist with locating temporary housing for pets.

Images sourced from Animal Search UK

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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.