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Pogdogs is a TV favourite for pets
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Pogdogs is the TV show of choice for 17 per cent of dogs.

Survey finds 17 per cent of pets rate the hit Battersea show

Few animal lovers can resist turning over to ITV's Paul O'Grady: For the Love of Dogs, which provides an insight into the goings on at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home. However, it turns out our pets also rate the hit show.

Apparently the average pet spends around 21 hours a week watching TV, and 17 per cent of those favour the programme, known affectionately as pogdogs.

Stories from the show include that of Gizmo, a neglected Lhasa apso who was underweight with matted fur, and even tangled eyelashes. After a trip to the groomers, Gizmo was snapped up by a new family.

Another episode that recently tugged on our heartstrings featured Graham, a skinny 12-year-old mutt that came to Battersea with terrible skin and severe tooth decay, which resulted in him having 24 teeth removed. His sweet and gentle nature quickly won him a new home. 

Image © Jeni Wray

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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UK's BSE risk status downgraded

The WOAH has downgraded the UK's international risk status for BSE to 'negligible'.

Defra says that the UK's improved risk status recognises the reputation for having the highest standards for biosecurity. It adds that it demonstrates decades of rigorous animal control.

Outbreaks of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy, also known as mad cow disease, have previously resulted in bans on Britain's beef exports.

The UK's new status could lead to expanded trade and better confidence in British beef.

Christine Middlemiss, the UK's chief veterinary officer, said: "WOAH's recognition of the UK as negligible risk for BSE is a significant milestone and is a testament to the UK's strong biosecurity measures and the hard work and vigilance of farmers and livestock keepers across the country who have all played their part in managing the spread of this disease.