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Monty Don to design dog-friendly garden

The garden will be displayed at the Chelsea Flower Show.
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Chatter box The Kennel Club is inviting dog owners to attend a free webinar on gastric dilation-volvulus syndrome, also known as bloat.

Part of its health webinar series, the session will take place from 7pm to 8pm on 12 November. It will explore what scientific research has revealed about causes, symptoms, breed susceptibilities, diagnostic approaches, and treatment options, as well as looking at what future research could uncover.

The talk will be hosted by Mark Dunning, professor of small animal internal medicine at the University of Nottingham, and will include a 30-minute Q&A session.

Places can be booked hereChatter box

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Avian flu confirmed in poultry in Yorkshire
Avian flu confirmed in poultry in Yorkshire

Disease control zones have been put in place.
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Sheep experts issue liver fluke warning
Sheep experts issue liver fluke warning

Occurrences are likely to be more widespread this season.
Bluetongue restricted zone extended into Warwickshire
Bluetongue restricted zone extended into Warwickshire

New cases also detected outside of the zone.
APHA and Pirbright Institute collaborate to improve animal care
APHA and Pirbright Institute collaborate to improve animal care

The teams explored issues including housing, enrichment and care of large animals.
Risk of bluetongue spreading to Ireland has increased, minister says
Risk of bluetongue spreading to Ireland has increased, minister says

Farmers have been urged to be vigilant.
Bluetongue restricted zone extended
Bluetongue restricted zone extended

Nottinghamshire and parts of Leicestershire and Northamptonshire have been added.
New bluetongue case confirmed in Wales
New bluetongue case confirmed in Wales

Animal moved to Anglesey tests positive.
Sheep Veterinary Society appoints new president
Sheep Veterinary Society appoints new president

Kim Hamer takes over the role from Joe Henry.
NI farmers warned of bluetongue risk
NI farmers warned of bluetongue risk

Cases in Wales highlight risk of importing infected animals, minister says.
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FIVP to represent independent practices at London Vet Show

The Federation of Independent Veterinary Practices (FIVP) will be at stand (S05) at this year's London Vet Show.

The not-for-profit organisation will be explaining how its expertise and resources can help independent practices to thrive in a competitive industry. It will also share how it has been representing independent practices in the ongoing CMA investigation.

On Thursday, FIVP member Steve Carter will be available to discuss how veterinary surgeons and nurses can pursue practice ownership.

FIVP will also be offering independent practices three months of free membership if they sign up at the stand.

Rita Dingwall, FIVP business development manager, said: "It's a wonderful opportunity to discuss our representation in the CMA enquiry and connect with like-minded individuals who share our passion for independent practice."

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