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Canine Swimathon raise £7.5K
Six swimming dogs who took part in a sponsored swimathon have raised more than £7,500 for the Animal Health Trust (AHT).

Joined by members of the AHT’s small animal Hydrotherapy Unit, the 12-strong team took it in turns swimming for a total of 12 hours.
 
The aim of the Paddling Paws swimathon was to raise funds to help buy a water treadmill. The treadmill will enable the AHT’s Hydrotherapy unit to treat many more dogs and cats. It will not only help to lessen pain and stiffness, it will also enable the unit to treat a wider range of painful conditions.
 
Jo Handley-Howard, Head of Hydrotherapy at the AHT, said: “The swimathon went very well, although I think it was much harder than any of us expected. Our six swimming dogs were absolute stars and I’m sure many of them finished with more energy than we did!
 
“We’re now a step closer to raising the money we need to buy a water treadmill and I’d personally like to thank everyone who sponsored us. Your support will help us to help many more dogs and cats, so thank you.”
 
The AHT needs to raise an additional £20,000 in order to buy a water treadmill for the Unit.  Anyone wishing to donate to the appeal can still do so by clicking here.

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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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.