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Doggy Art Show - for Dogs!
An art gallery staged a dog-themed art show - and invited the dogs to see.

An art gallery in Didsbury has set a precedent for art exhibitions, opening its doors to dozens of dogs for their very own show.

Queenston Arthouse invited all shapes and sizes of dog to come along for a one-off afternoon of dog-themed art and pampering.

The Gallery owner, Laura Mayall, was looking for a way to unite the community and enjoy some art. She explained: "People are a bit threatened by galleries and a bit threatened by art, and I wanted to make it easier for people."

Her inspiration came from a chance encounter on holiday. When staying at a hotel in Boston, she stumbled across a Wednesday night 'Yappy Hour', where people and their pets come to drink cocktails. The dogs were allowed to run around in the yard and were given doggy cocktails themselves.

Laura, herself an owner of eight dogs, decided to use a similar theme when planning a series of light-hearted summer events at her gallery.

Confessing to some fears over the behaviour of the dogs, she was delighted when "there weren't any fights. There was a great dane in the pond, we had a sausage dog called Max, a bichon frise, schnauzers and staffies. It was a great mix of dogs."

She added: "It's not just about paintings. It's about food and drink, music and dogs - the good things in life."

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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.