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UK's coolest doggle-wearing dog
  Bugsy

Dog with eye condition walks in sun again

Bugsy, from Tividale, West Midlands, has been dubbed the UK's coolest dog, thanks to the pair of "doggles" he wears.

An eye condition known as pannus causes discomfort, redness and pigment changes to Bugsy's eyes when exposed to ultraviolet light.

The condition was preventing him from going on walks on sunny days.

Bugsy's owner, Mr Jones, felt he was really suffering and would restrict their walks to darker hours – which was getting more and more difficult as the summer approached.

So he took Bugsy to White Cross Vets for advice.

Bonnie Leibowitch, the practice's clinic director, said: "Eye drops helped, but Mr Jones wanted to do more."

After considering their options, they decided to try fitting Bugsy with a pair of doggles, which have been a huge success, they say.

"Bugsy can now live a normal life and enjoy a walk whatever the weather so we're delighted with the results.

"Plus," she said, "he looks extremely stylish – he has to be the coolest dog in the 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.