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The Dogs Trust Honours celebrate the unique bond between person and dog. Can your dog do an amazing trick, has he turned your life around, did he save a life, has he the heart of a lion, or the brain of a canine Einstein?  Dogs Trust wants to hear all about it.
 

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  • Celebrity Canine – for dogs in the public eye
  • Dog Star in the Making – the award for talented pet dogs
 
Award winners and their owners will be invited to attend the glamorous, star-studded Dogs Trust Honours evening at London’s Jasmine Studios on 3rd June 2010. The winning dogs will also be snapped by renowned photographer Dan Burn-Forti for a gallery exhibition on the night.

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Vets launch new podcast for pet owners

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 Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.

The venture, called Vets Talking Pets, provides advice and information on a range of topics, including how to select a suitable pet, where to obtain them and how to get the best out of your vet. Maggie and Vanessa will also discuss sensitive subjects, including end-of-life care, raw food diets and the cost of veterinary care.

The podcast can be found on all the usual podcast sites, including Podbean, Apple, Amazon Music and YouTube. 

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BSAVA announces 12th Edition of the Small Animal Formulary

The BSAVA has published an updated edition of its Small Animal Formulary, which includes new drug monographs and emergency drug doses for rabbits, rodents, birds and reptiles.

One of BSAVA's most trusted and widely used clinical resources, this 12th edition of the manual also includes seven new client information leaflets and information on drugs used for the management of urinary incontinence.

Part A of the Formulary, Canine and Feline, sees Fergus Allerton return as Editor-in-Chief, while Part B: Exotic Pets was edited by Joanna Hedley. For more information, visit the BSAVA website.