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Dog goes to Denmark!
The touching story of Ice, the English Bull Terrier.

When eight year old English Bull Terrier Ice, came to Battersea, she was indeed old, but still lovable.  As her owner was unable to look after her, Ice remained at Battersea for 8 months.  Until Ulla Munch-Peterson from Copenhagen came to her rescue! One of Ulla’s favourite breeds is that of the English Bull Terrier, as they are so rare in Scandinavian country.  After browsing for Bull Terriers on the Internet, Ulla stopped in her tracks when she came across Ice on the charity’s website. She immediately applied to re-home Ice and flew straight to the UK to meet her.  
 
Vicky Snook, Senior Rehomer at Battersea Old Windsor was greatly touched by the lengths Ulla went for to get Ice and commented how Ice had received very little interest over her 8 month stay. So Ulla came at just the right time.
 
Once Ice had gained her Pet Passport, staff from Battersea Old Windsor took Ice to Harwich port in Essex to meet Ulla. Of their first meeting Vicky Snook said:
 “They really hit it off – they look so happy together.”  And so the pair set off by sea to reach Copenhagen and live happily ever after
 
If you can offer a dog or cat a home, whether in the UK or abroad please contact
Battersea Dogs and Cats Home Old Windsor on 01784 432929 or visit www.battersea.org.uk


 

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Greyhound Board announces change to vaccination guidance

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 The Greyhound Board of Great Britain has published new vaccination guidance, with all greyhounds registered from 1 January, 2027 required to have the L4 leptospirosis vaccination, rather than L2.

The change comes in response to the reduced availability of the 'L2' Leptospirosis vaccine across the UK, and aims to support best biosecurity practice across the racing greyhound population.

GBGB veterinary director Simon Gower, said "While rare, Leptospirosis is a serious infectious disease that can affect both dogs and humans, so it is vital that we offer our greyhounds the broadest possible protection.  

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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.