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The public can vote for their favourite of the 30 images.
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Chatter box The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) has updated its online reporting service for dead wild birds.

The new version allows those reporting a dead bird to drop a pin on a map when reporting the location. It also includes a wider range of wild bird species groups to select from when describing the bird.

The online service, which helps APHA to monitor the spread of diseases such as avian influenza, can be accessed here. Chatter box

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Scientists challenge health claims of vegan dog diet study

Reinvestigation of data finds that original conclusion "was not accurate".
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New online course to prevent dog-related offences
New online course to prevent dog-related offences

The course encourages responsible pet ownership.
Big dogs harder to rehome than smaller breeds, says RSPCA
Big dogs harder to rehome than smaller breeds, says RSPCA

 It can take almost twice as long to find larger breeds a home.
Dogs Trust launches this year's National Dog Survey
Dogs Trust launches this year's National Dog Survey

 Owners have until 14 June to give their answers.
New 'life tables' predict life expectancy of cats
New 'life tables' predict life expectancy of cats

 Research from RVC could change how we understand companion cats.
Fundraiser launched for dog with 'severe back deformity'
Fundraiser launched for dog with 'severe back deformity'

Herbert was rescued by RSPCA last month.
PDSA releases results of Big Weigh In 2024
PDSA releases results of Big Weigh In 2024

Almost half of all pets were overweight or obese.
Designer dog breeds at increased risk of ticks
Designer dog breeds at increased risk of ticks

 Dogs with poodle heritage were especially prone to infestation.
Over a third of cat owners unaware of microchip law
Over a third of cat owners unaware of microchip law

Most cats must be microchipped before 10 June 2024.
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NI chief vet urges bluetongue vigilance

Northern Ireland's chief veterinary officer (CVO) has urged farmers to be vigilant for signs of bluetongue, after the Animal and Plant Health Agency warned there was a very high probability of further cases in Great Britain.

There have been 126 confirmed cases of bluetongue virus serotype 3 in England since November 2023, with no cases reported in Northern Ireland. The movement of live ruminants from Great Britain to Northern Ireland is currently suspended.

According to the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA), the virus is most likely to enter Northern Ireland through infected animals or germplasm (semen or ova) being imported.

Brian Dooher, Northern Ireland's CVO, said: "Surveillance for this disease within Northern Ireland has been increased to assist with detection at the earliest opportunity which will facilitate more effective control measures."

Farmers should report any suspicions of the disease to their private veterinary practitioner, the DAERA Helpline on 0300 200 7840 or their local DAERA Direct Veterinary Office.
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