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Peacock tries to squeeze through cat flap
Felix the peacock
Confused Felix got in a bit of a flap!

Hunt is on for owner of missing bird

The hunt is on for the owner of a peacock who tried to squeeze through a cat flap in Aberdeenshire.

The Scottish SPCA were alerted when the bird was found outside a house near Ordhead, Inverurie, last Monday (18 May).

The peacock, who has been named Felix, is now in the care of the Scottish SPCA's animal rescue and rehoming centre in Drumoak.

Animal rescue officer Helen Bisset said:  "I was able to catch Felix without any trouble. He has some feathers missing from his head and neck so I think he has been in a tussle with another peacock recently.

"Felix was pecking at the windows of the house and then tried to put his head through the cat flap. At this stage we're not sure how he came to be there. It's possible he has strayed from home or he may have been abandoned. We're sure he does have an owner though as people do keep peacocks as pets.

"If no one comes forward for this cheeky boy we'll find him a suitable new home."

The Scottish SPCA say that anyone who recognises Felix should contact their Aberdeenshire centre on 03000 999 999 

Image (C) Scottish SPCA

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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.