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Call for research on the animal welfare impacts of breeding
Projects can focus on conformation in companion animals, livestock or other species.
Grants of up to £100,000 available for projects that focus on conformation

The Animal Welfare Foundation (AWF) has launched a call for research as part of its work to improve understanding of the impacts of breeding on animal welfare.

Grants of up to £100,000 are available for projects that focus on conformation in companion animals, livestock or other species. The knowledge gathered will form part of the AWF's three-year project on 'breeding for better welfare'.

Applicants are invited to submit proposals for projects lasting between 18-24 months that consider the relevant welfare consequences highlighted by the AWF Delphi project on priority welfare issues in the UK. 

The projects may also explore some of the breeding research gaps identified by BVA policy positions on extreme conformation and UK sustainable animal agriculture. 

AWF chair Chris Laurence said: “Scientific research to find practical solutions to animal welfare issues is at the heart of AWF’s work, and we are delighted to be able to offer funding for new projects this year. We are looking for research proposals that will have a practical impact on the veterinary professions’ work, and wider policymaking, with the overall aim to ensure that animal welfare remains high on the agenda.”

The application process will remain open until 9 am on Wednesday, 16 June, with researchers being asked to submit overview proposals ahead of their full application. For more information, visit: animalwelfarefoundation.org.uk

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Birmingham Dogs Home makes urgent appeal

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 Birmingham Dogs Home has issued an urgent winter appeal as it faces more challenges over the Christmas period.

The rescue centre has seen a dramatic increase in dogs coming into its care, and is currently caring for over 200 dogs. With rising costs and dropping temperatures, the charity is calling for urgent support.

It costs the charity £6,000 per day to continue its work.

Fi Harrison, head of fundraising and communications, said: "It's heart-breaking for our team to see the conditions some dogs arrive in. We really are their last chance and hope of survival."

More information about the appeal can be found here. 

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Avian flu confirmed at premises in Cornwall

A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been detected in commercial poultry at a premises near Rosudgeon, Cornwall.

All poultry on the infected site will be humanely culled, and a 3km protection zone and 10km surveillance zone have been put in place. Poultry and other captive birds in the 3km protection zone must be housed.

The case is the second avian flu case confirmed in commercial poultry this month. The H5N5 strain was detected in a premises near Hornsea, East Riding of Yorkshire, in early November. Before then, the disease had not been confirmed in captive birds in England since February.

The UK chief veterinary officer has urged bird keepers to remain alert and practise robust biosecurity.

A map of the disease control zones can be found here.