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PDSA asks owners to #WeighUp pets
The charity is encouraging concerned pet owners to visit their vet for advice on pet weight gain or loss.

The vet charity is using National Obesity Awareness Week to highlight pet obesity.

Veterinary charity PDSA has launched a week-long campaign to mark National Obesity Awareness Week (10-16 January), encouraging pet owners to #WeighUp their pets and recognise and tackle any weight issues.

The charity has created a free downloadable resource to help pet owners recognise weight issues, featuring statistics on overweight pets, guidance on how to look and feel pets to determine body weight, and advice on treats, diet, exercise and body condition scoring. 

PDSA's annual Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report, discovered that over 1.4 million pets had gained weight since the beginning of the pandemic, with three in ten pet owners disagreeing that overweight pets are more likely to suffer from serious diseases, indicating a lack of understanding of the severity of the dangers of overweight pets. 

Nina Downing, a veterinary nurse at PDSA, advises pet owners: “I’d encourage anyone who is concerned about their pet’s weight to take action now – the risks of carrying extra pounds are significant, however, making small changes to keep them at a healthy weight can make a huge difference. 

“To help owners spot the signs of weight gain in their pets, we’ve created our handy #WeighUp guide, which makes it easy to review a pet’s shape and breaks down achievable steps to combat any weight-related issues.

“As we enter a new year, many of us will be turning our attention to how we can improve our own health and wellbeing – and we should pay our pets the same care. 

“Long-term, the best thing you can do for your furry friend is to encourage healthy habits, helping them live an active and happy life.”

 

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Survey launched to investigate EHV

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 Zoetis has launched a new survey to identify management techniques for Equine Herpes Virus (EHV).

EHV is a contagious, airborne virus that can cause respiratory problems and severe diseases in horses and ponies. It spreads among horses over short distances, direct contact and through shared equipment.

The survey will explore current knowledge and management practices with EHV in the UK. It is quick to complete and participants could win one of 10 equine first aid kits.

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WSAVA launches pet travel guidance factsheet

A new pet travel guidance factsheet for veterinary professionals and caregivers has been developed by the WSAVA in collaboration with the World Veterinary Association.

The Dog and Cat Welfare During Transport factsheet provides step-by-step guidance for all stages of a journey, from pre-travel checklists to post-travel care.

Brachycephalic breeds or animals prone to travel-related anxiety are given special focus in this guide, which also provides links to IATA container regulation and WSAVA vaccination guidelines.