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Dog welfare manifesto launches ahead of Scottish elections
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The manifesto highlights the need for a ban on electronic training device. 
Calls for Scottish Government to review dog breeding regulations

A package of policy measures for dog welfare is to be launched ahead of the 2016 Scottish Parliament election in May.

Produced by the Kennel Club and Scottish Kennel Club, the ‘A Dog’s Life’ manifesto follows the success of the first ever dog-specific manifesto in the lead-up to the 2015 UK General Election.

It calls for the Scottish Government to recognise the Kennel Club Assured Breeder Scheme and to review regulations on dog breeders.

It also highlights the need for a ban on electronic training devices and to further develop the law on tail docking.

The manifesto will launch at Scottish Parliament on Thursday, 25 February. Representatives from the Kennel Club and Scottish Kennel Club will join SMPs Richard Lochhead, Claudia Beamish and Sir Jamie McGrigor.

“The Kennel Club and Scottish Kennel Club are very much looking forward to our guest speakers highlighting their respective parties’ manifesto pledges relating to the welfare of dogs,” said Kennel Club secretary Caroline Kisko.

“Once again our manifesto focuses on our vision for legislative change which would do more to protect dogs at every stage of life; from breeding and acquisition to dog training, responsible dog ownership and everyday living.”

Among other welfare measures, the manifesto calls for the Scottish Government to review the use of dogs as a second species for toxicity testing in human drug development.

It also urges the Home Office to investigate all serious and fatal dog bite incidents using the services of a suitable behaviourist. 

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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BSAVA publishes fifth Manual of Canine and Feline Neurology

The BSAVA has published the fifth edition of its BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Neurology.

The new edition has been reviewed and updated, including new developments in diagnostics, therapeutic approaches and clinical decision-making. It is structured to support clinicians through diagnosis, treatment and long-term management.

The guide features five new chapters covering acute myelopathies, chronic myelopathies, emergency protocols, neurotoxicology and neuro-oncology.

It also includes over 100 videos, including demonstrations of neurological examinations, clinical presentations and diagnostic procedures.

Nicola Lloyd, publishing manager, said: "Whether you're a general practitioner seeking practical guidance, or a specialist aiming to refine your expertise, this edition remains an indispensable reference for anyone involved in the care of neurologically compromised dogs and cats."