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News Archive

The Scottish SPCA is encouraging veterinary practices to opt into its new fostering programme, by agreeing to register foster animals when approached by one of the foster carers.

The programme goes live in August 2021, and will help to rehabilitate animals under the Scottish SPCA's care until they are able to be properly re-homed. The programme will help the animals to receive care and attention in a stable and happy home environment, as some animals do not cope with a rescue and re-homing centre environment as well as others.

Specific information for veterinary practices on the new programme can be found at www.scottishspca.org/veterinarysurgeons

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Statue unveiled of 'the world's therapy dog'

Max the spaniel provided hope to people around the globe during lockdown.

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Goldfish rescued from 7ft deep well

The RSPCA came to the rescue of the lonely fish.

Cats Protection rescues a cat and her kittens found nesting in a tree

Feline family were being watched over by a friendly tom cat.

Larry the Downing Street cat celebrates ten years at Number 10

Beloved Battersea rescue cat has fans across the globe.

Orphaned otter cubs found wandering streets of Inverkeithing

Scottish SPCA cares for cubs at National Wildlife Rescue Centre.

Iguana escapes fire by jumping on fireman's helmet

Pet was carried to safety by startled crew member

Mars Comedy Pet Photographer of the year revealed

Elke Vogelsang scooped first prize for a hilarious photo of rescue dog Noodles.

Dormouse rescued after getting stuck in garden bird feeder

Homeowner baffled upon finding sleeping creature in their garden

'Genius canine' study explores dogs' learning ability

Six border collies to take part in live experiments

Endangered tiger cubs take first steps outside
27th July 2021

NOAH welcomes National Food Strategy
27th July 2021

Vets sought for canine epidemic prevention study
27th July 2021

Report warns of behaviour problems in pets
26th July 2021

New summer camp for recently-qualified vets
26th July 2021

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Webinar provides insight into old age pets

A new webinar providing insights into the BSAVA PetSavers Old Age Pets citizen science project is now available free of charge to its members via the BSAVA Library

The webinar presents an exclusive insight into the research process and progression of the study, which aims to help veterinary professionals and owners provide the best care for their senior dogs.

It also discusses the study's research methods, the researchers' personal interests in this area of study, and how they envisage the findings being used to create a guidance tool to improve discussions between vets and owners about their ageing dogs.