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Data for all English springer spaniels
All owners urged to complete breed health survey

Breed health coordinators from English springer spaniel clubs across the UK have launched a survey to highlight any health problems in the breed.

The survey, which is live between May 1 and July 31, 2013, is aimed at giving a better picture of the breed's health and temperament, as well as putting any problems in context.

According to the clubs, English Springer Spaniels are not known to suffer from any widespread health problems and are generally long-lived – providing they are well-exercised and fed a health, balanced diet.

Therefore, coordinators are hoping to reach as many English springer spaniel owners as possible across the UK, whether theirs has been diagnosed with health conditions or not, and whether theirs is Kennel Club registered or not.

Owners whose dog has died since January 2008 may also complete the survey, which takes just a few minutes per dog.

The population of English springer spaniels is estimated to be around 250,000, making them the third most popular breed in the UK.

Supported by the Kennel Club, the survey will provide an ongoing facility for English springer spaniel owners and researchers once the data has been collated and published.

Click here to complete the survey or phone 020 8427 3396 to request a copy.

The survey can otherwise be downloaded and sent back via email, or to English Springer Spaniel 2013 Health Survey, 51 Vernon Drive, Middlesex, HA7 2BP.

All information received will be treated in strict confidence, yet owners must agree to having the data published anonymously.

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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.