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Chester Zoo confirms death of black jaguar
"Goshi was a firm favourite with visitors, members and staff alike" - Chester Zoo spokesperson.

Goshi, who had been at the zoo since 2013, passed away suddenly. 

(Chester Zoo has sadly confirmed the sudden death of Goshi, a female jaguar.

Goshi was almost 10 years old, and had come into the care of the zoo in 2013. 

Announcing her death, a spokesperson from Chester Zoo said: “We very much wish we had different news to share with you but it’s with a huge amount of sadness that we can confirm the death of female jaguar, Goshi, who passed away suddenly overnight on Tuesday (1 March 2022).



“The news has come as a shock to all those who have cared for her since she arrived at the zoo back in 2013 and an investigative post-mortem will be carried out to try to help us to establish exactly what happened.”

Goshi, a black jaguar, lived in the zoo's Spirit of the Jaguar enclosure, and was very popular with visitors. 



“Goshi, who was nearly 10 years old, was a firm favourite with visitors, members and staff alike, with many often left in awe by her striking appearance and graceful presence,” Chester Zoo continued. 

“She will be dearly missed by everyone.

“Male jaguar, Napo, remains in good health and our expert carnivore team will, of course, continue to monitor him closely.”

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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Lords Committee opens Pet Parasite Medication inquiry

The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will launch its inquiry into Pet Parasite Medication (PPM) on Wednesday (3 June).

Focusing on treatments containing fipronil and imidacloprid, the inquiry will seek to understand distribution pathways and the impacts of PPM use and non-use on biodiversity and human health. It will also cover current regulation, monitoring, and the potential implications for pets and their owners.

The committee will hear evidence from environmental non-governmental organisations and research institutes. The public can follow the proceedings live on Parliament TV or in person in the Palace of Westminster.