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Lion escape at China zoo
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Lions escape after keeper forgets to lock the doors

 A zoo in China's Chongqing city has had to be evacuated after two lions escaped from their enclosure, which was left open by the zoo keeper. The keeper caused panic after forgetting to lock the doors to the enclosure after cleaning it, allowing the big cats to break free.

The Chongqing Zoo, located in south-west China was forced into lockdown just after 8am on Tuesday, as armed police and wildlife experts searched for the animals.

The lioness was found after an hour of freedom, but the wily male lion managed to elude capture for nearly four hours.

A zoo spokesman said: "We found the female first and subdued her with a tranquilliser gun but the male took longer to find and bring back," said a zoo spokesman.

"They both recovered quickly and are no worse off for their adventure," he added.

Apologising to the locals and customers, an official said: "You can't blame the lions. It was human error and they naturally took advantage of it." 

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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.