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Gut bacteria transplants could ease inflammatory conditions in dogs
Early results from the study suggests that this treatment gives temporary improvement.
The results of a study exploring this are currently being analysed.

Researchers at the University of Edinburgh's Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies are investigating whether gut bacteria transplants could help to manage inflammatory gut conditions in dogs.

The potential of managing chronic gut conditions with beneficial gut bacteria in faeces from healthy dogs transplanted into affected dogs is being examined and studied as a potential treatment for alleviating long-term illness.

Dr Silke Salavati commented on the research: “Transplantation of faecal microbiota holds much promise to address chronic gut conditions, both as a novel treatment to ease the condition in affected dogs and also as an alternative to the long-term use of antibiotics and probiotics.”

In the first study of this potential treatment, an enema was prepared using the stool of healthy dogs, and was administered to dogs affected by chronic inflammatory enteropathy.

These dogs were then monitored for changes to the composition of microbiological organisms in their gut by analysing their faeces, and the early results of this suggests that this treatment gives temporary improvement.

The results of a separate research project are also currently being analysed, which is exploring the potential for altering the gut bacteria of healthy dogs by managing the types of fibre in their diet.

In this study, dogs were fed one of three different types of fibre twice per day for three weeks, and had their stool analysed once per week to monitor the composition and diversity of microorganisms and other substances in the gut, to discover the impact of diet on this.

Complementing the transplantation study, findings from this study could establish whether the composition of bacteria in the guts of donor dogs could be managed to create bespoke transplants for dogs with chronic inflammatory enteropathy.

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Webinar to explore history of KC breed registers

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 A free webinar exploring the development of the Kennel Club's registration system and the evolution of closed breed registers has been announced.

Hosted by Dr Alison Skipper, veterinary and research advisor at the Kennel Club, the webinar will delve into the development of the registry and how the changing landscape of scientific knowledge has shaped breeding practices. It will also look at what this means for the future of pedigree dogs.

The session will culminate with a look at The Kennel Club's ongoing and future engagement in this area, with a chance for attendees to put forward their thoughts and questions for discussion.

This event takes place on Microsoft Teams on Tuesday, 10 June at 7pm. To learn more, visit events.teams.microsoft.com  

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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.