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Chatter box The Responsible Use of Medicines Alliance - Companion Animal and Equine (RUMA - CA&E) has launched a survey which seeks to measure the success of this year's Antibiotic Amnesty campaign.

Its results will help the group to calculate how many unused or out-of-date antibiotics were returned as part of the campaign throughout November. Practices are also asked how they engaged with clients to raise awareness of the issue.

Participating practices can enter a prize draw to win up to 100 in vouchers for taking part. Further prizes from BSAVA and Webinar Vet will be available for practices with the best input.

The survey takes a few minutes to complete and will be running throughout December. It can be accessed via this link. Chatter box

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Small Animal News
Christmas comes early at London Zoo

Squirrel monkeys and lion cubs tuck into festive treats.
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Bury St Edmunds voted UK's most dog-friendly town

The town has been recognised in the DogFriendly Awards.
Many owners think their pet has seen a ghost, survey finds

New survey by Blue Cross reveals supernatural beliefs.
Monty Don to design dog-friendly garden

 The garden will be displayed at the Chelsea Flower Show.
Comedy Wildlife Photography Award 2024 finalists revealed

 Votes are open for the Affinity People's Choice.
Donkey sanctuary goes viral with sock appeal

The socks help protect the donkeys from insect bites.
London Zoo animals receive summer treats

Blood lollies, mealworm beach balls and seafood buckets were on the menu.
London Zoo penguin chicks take to water for first time

 The chicks have been hand-reared by keepers.
Edinburgh Zoo names newborn monkeys after Taylor Swift

 The cotton-top tamarins were born on 4 June.
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Bluetongue cases lead to restricted zone extension

Following the detection of new cases of bluetongue virus serotype 3 (BTV-3), the restricted zone has been extended to include additional parts of Hampshire, Wiltshire, Oxfordshire and North Yorkshire, as well as Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole and part of Dorset.

The zone now covers 28 counties and unitary authorities in England. As of 16 December, 185 cases of BTV-3 have been confirmed in England and Wales during the current vector period.

Bluetongue is a notifiable disease. Suspected cases must be reported on 03000 200 301 in England or 03003 038 268 in Wales. In Scotland, suspected cases should be reported to the local field services office. Suspected cases in Northern Ireland should be reported to the DAERA Helpline on 0300 200 7840 or by contacting the local DAERA Direct Veterinary Office.

A map of the area where movement restrictions apply can be found here.
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