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The news that the Welsh Assembly Government will not be carrying forward legislation within this term to tighten controls on dog breeding and bring to an end the practice of puppy farming has been met with grave disappointment by the BVA.
The British Veterinary Association is very disappointed to learn that the Government has no plans to publish a code of practice on the welfare of rabbits.
A recently published report from the PDSA suggests that the health and welfare needs of over ten million cats, dogs and rabbits across the UK are not being properly met.
Dog owners in Scotland who allow their pets to become out of control in a public or private place could be issued with a 'dog control notice' as new legislation comes into force designed to crack down on delinquent dogs and their owners.
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home and its London neighbour, the Royal Hospital Chelsea, home of the famous Chelsea Pensioners are joining forces in an exciting new joint initiative.
Experts from The University of Nottingham are hoping to reduce the infections that often occur in the pinning of broken bones by developing a special collar to counter dangerous microbes. Although specifically made for humans, this could have positive effects for animals also.
