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Nationwide appeal to help pet rescue charities
#RescueYourRescue aims to deliver vital funds to more than 100 pet rescue charities across the UK.
#RescueYourRescue to provide urgent help to shelters affected by COVID-19. 

An emergency fundraiser to help pet rescue charities affected by COVID-19 has been launched by Lintbells in collaboration with broadcasting legend, Peter Purves.

The #RescueYourRescue campaign aims to deliver vital funds to more than 100 pet rescue charities across the UK, many of which are facing closure as a result of the ongoing pandemic.

Organisers say the lost revenue normally raised through adoption fees, centre visits, charity shop sales and fundraising events has left the future of these charities 'hanging in the balance'.

“Pet rescue charities across the country support the welfare of animals that need our help the most,” explained Peter Purves. “In these difficult circumstances, I’m appealing for animal lovers to work together to support these brilliant centres and the crucial work that they do.”

A rapid response is needed to protect the health and welfare of rescue animals across the nation. Recent reports suggest that animal shelters are suspending the intake of animals, which could lead to pets being mistreated or abandoned.

“We are a local independent branch of the RSPCA so we have to raise our own funds to keep our animal centre running and look after the animals in our care,” commented RSPCA fundraising manager, Lauren Moore.

“This is normally done through our fundraising events and income from our charity shops, but with the current COVID-19 crisis we have had to close our shops and cancel planned events and activities which has had a devastating effect on our funds. We’ve also been forced to close our animal centre and have cancelled any potential adoptions.”

The campaign aims to raise £250,000, and animal lovers who can afford help are urged to donate a minimum of £2.00.

“Every donation makes a difference, so please give what you can and help spread the word by engaging with the campaign on social media using #RescueYourRescue,” Peter Purves added.

For more information about the campaign and to make a donation visit https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/page/RescueYourRescue.

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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.