The number of people killed by dog bites has almost tripled since the introduction of the Dangerous Dogs Act in 1991, prompting campaigners to call for a change in the law to target behaviour rather than breed. In the ten years before the act, 11 people were killed, but in the 26 years since there have been 73 deaths —…
Serious animal and human bites can get infected if they’re not checked and treated quickly. People and animals have a lot of bacteria in their mouths, which can cause an infection if a bite breaks the skin. These infections are rarely serious if treated quickly, but occasionally they can spread to the blood or other parts of the body. Serious…
A 14 year old boy has been arrested and charged following the theft of Mela, a Jack Russell pup. Mela was snatched from a young boy in Crewe, Cheshire. The teenage ran off with the young boy giving chase. The story was shared widely on social media, with CCTV footage of the incident, and Mela was eventually found in Wales…
In the event of a “No Deal” Brexit, DEFRA have laid down some new guidelines. The current rules will change if the UK becomes an “unlisted” country. They are advising that you contact your vet at least 4 months before travel for the latest advice. For full details, visit https://www.gov.uk/guidance/pet-travel-to-europe-after-brexit