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Finalists for Dogs Trust Honours Announced
Jasmine with her devoted dog Treacle who has been nominated for the Dogged Devotion Award. Jasmine is currently waiting for a kidney transplant and has dialysis every night and is also tube fed during the night. Treacle is a friend and companion for Jasmine and helps her through her treatment.
Dogs Trust has announced its four-legged Finalists for the 2010 Dogs Trust Honours – the doggy version of the Pride of Britain awards.

16 devoted dogs have been shortlisted from over 300 nominations received from across the UK. The amazing stories include a dog who helps her seven year old owner get through her daily dialysis treatment, a doggy star of the West End stage and a fundraising pooch who has raised £32,000 for charity through asking members of the public to ‘Pay for a Pat’.
 
Dogs Trust Chief Executive, Clarissa Baldwin, comments: “British dog lovers have been truly amazing in nominating man’s best friend for the 2010 Dogs Trust Honours. All sorts of canines are represented and all have truly wonderful stories – the judging panel and I will have a hard job choosing our winners. The awards ceremony is set to be a memorable and emotional evening which will touch even the hardest of hearts. We are providing tissues for all the guests!”
 
To see a full list of finalists please click here.

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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.