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Chatter box The Federation of Independent Veterinary Practices (FIVP) has announced that its podcast, FIVP Practice Matters, will be returning for a second series next year.

The bi-weekly podcast will return on Tuesday, 14 January 2025 with an episode on sustainability with Alison Lambert. The second series will include a range of new and familiar guests sharing veterinary initiatives and news from independent practices.

The podcast is available on Spotify and will now also be released on Apple Podcasts. More details about FIVP and the podcast can be found on its websiteChatter 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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Further cases of H5N1 confirmed in Norfolk

APHA has officially confirmed that two more cases of H5N1 have been found on premises in Norfolk.

Testing confirmed that highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 was present at premises near Attleborough, as well as premises near Hingham in South Norfolk. The case near Hingham follows a slaughter on suspicion which was declared on 23 December.

A 3km Protection Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone have been implemented at each premises, and all the poultry on each premises will be humanely culled.

A third case has also been identified near Beverley in East Riding of Yorkshire.

APHA is reminding bird keepers to remain vigilant and follow biosecurity measures to prevent more outbreaks. Details on the current disease control zones and biosecurity guidance can be found on the APHA website.

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