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Dogs Trust seeking applications for research funding
Dogs Trust is hoping to secure better dog welfare for years to come through its Canine Welfare Grants Committee.

Funding awarded to projects which improve dog welfare

Dogs Trust has put out a call for preliminary applications from researchers working towards projects which will positively impact dog welfare.

As part of the Dogs Trust Canine Welfare Grant (CWG) programme, the charity is welcoming grant applications from students, post-graduates, practicing veterinary surgeons and behaviourists associated with an academic institution.

Applicants are asked to focus on the following subject areas:

  • the genetic basis of disease or welfare issues in dogs
  • canine behaviour
  • healthy ageing in dogs
  • epidemiology of disease
  • the welfare of dogs suffering from chronic disease, including the effects of obesity.

Dogs Trust veterinary director Paula Boyden said: “Applications for projects can cover an enormous range of topics, so long as the focus remains on improving our understanding of dog welfare. In the past, we have seen research that has looked into the health risks of breeding dogs with short muzzles and another led to the discovery of a genetic variant that predisposes some dogs to the agonising condition Syringomyelia.

“The applications we receive will go through a rigorous two stage assessment process. We accept projects with timeframes of between approximately one and three years, depending on the subject area.”

The deadline for preliminary applications is 25 March. To find out more please visit the Dogs Trust website or email cwg@dogstrust.org.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.