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'Genius canine' study explores dogs' learning ability

Six border collies to take part in live experiments
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Chatter box MSD Animal Health has announced three new research bursaries for veterinary surgeons in the areas of swine, poultry and aquaculture. The bursaries, worth up to £4,000, add to MSD's existing bursaries in ruminant and companion animal research.

Projects are expected to be completed within one to two years, and the proposals will be judged by university academics to ensure that assessment remains independent. Full project design and application guidelines, including the specific disease/subject areas, can be found on MSD Animal Health's website. Chatter box

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MPs to address concerns over puppy smuggling

Evidence session to explore how heightened demand for pets may have encouraged crime.
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RSPCA launches campaign as it prepares for 'toughest Christmas yet'
RSPCA launches campaign as it prepares for 'toughest Christmas yet'

Supporters urged to donate to help animal rescue teams
Novel cat genome identifies link to feline dwarfism
Novel cat genome identifies link to feline dwarfism

 Study could lead to earlier disease detection.
Pesticides found in flea treatments are contaminating English rivers, study finds
Pesticides found in flea treatments are contaminating English rivers, study finds

 Some concentrations found far exceeded accepted safe limits
Warning as kitten prices soar during COVID-19
Warning as kitten prices soar during COVID-19

 Buyers urged to think carefully when using online adverts.
Vets save cocker spaniel after it eats a face mask
Vets save cocker spaniel after it eats a face mask

Dog given emergency surgery to clear intestinal blockage
Study reveals link between immune system genes and diabetes in certain dog breeds
Study reveals link between immune system genes and diabetes in certain dog breeds

Findings published during Pet Diabetes Awareness Month
Chief Vet urges public to be wary of deceitful pet sellers this Christmas
Chief Vet urges public to be wary of deceitful pet sellers this Christmas

 Government publishes awareness video as part of Petfished campaign
National study seeking owners who have acquired a puppy since 2019
National study seeking owners who have acquired a puppy since 2019

Survey explores impact of lockdown on puppy buying
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VMD and VPS announce joint open information day

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) and the Veterinary Products Committee (VPC) have announced a joint open information day covering topics such as veterinary medicines regulations, antimicrobial resistance, scientific advice and novel therapies.

Taking place on Wednesday 18 November, the virtual event will take the form of a series of pre-recorded webinars and a 'Slido' Q&A session. Links to the webinars and full instructions on how to use Slido will be available on gov.uk on 18 November. To join the mailing list for the event, email director.support@vmd.gov.uk
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