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Bristol Cats study calls for participants
Long-term study to investigate cat behaviour, welfare and health

Researchers in the University of Bristol's Bristol Cats study have called for veterinary practices to raise awareness of the program after they were able to secure additional funding to allow the study to continue through 2012. The study was launched in June 2010 in Bristol and was subsequently expanded to the UK as a whole in March 2011.

With over 1000 cats and kittens already enrolled and hopes of recruiting 1000 more, the study aims to collect information from the owners of cats and kittens via regular online or postal questionnaires to help shed light on common diseases and behaviour patterns. Should further funding become available, it is hoped that the study can expand to cover the entire lifetimes of the subjects.

Veterinary practices are encouraged to e-mail the study's organisers to request a supply of flyers and posters with which to raise awareness amongst cat-owners. The study's website can be found here.

Anyone who would like to discuss the study further is invited to contact:

Dr Jane Murray,
Cats Protection Research Fellow,
FREEPOST RSHR-AGRJ-UABZ,
Bristol Cats,
University of Bristol

Langford House, Langford,
BRISTOL,
BS40 5DU

Tel: 07827 981412

Email: cat-study@bristol.ac.uk

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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.