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Canine TV habits vary by personality, study finds

Dogs were most likely to react to on-screen animals.
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Chatter box 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.

Complete the survey here. Chatter box

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One Health News
Cats develop dementia similarly to humans, study finds
Cats develop dementia similarly to humans, study finds

Researchers have described the finding as 'the perfect natural model for Alzheimer's'.
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Call for research into antibiotic resistance in environment
Call for research into antibiotic resistance in environment

Researchers warn of consequences to human health.
BVA calls for 'holistic approach' to drug resistance
BVA calls for 'holistic approach' to drug resistance

A new policy position calls for more targeted parasiticide use in grazing animals.
Lancet report makes One Health recommendations
Lancet report makes One Health recommendations

Experts reveal insights into the interconnectedness of health challenges.
VMD launches world-first AMR surveillance study
VMD launches world-first AMR surveillance study

It will examine AMR bacteria transmission among domestic pets.
RUMA CA&E launches vaccine availability survey
RUMA CA&E launches vaccine availability survey

The group is seeking solutions for small animals and horses.
Government to address flea and tick treatments in waterways
Government to address flea and tick treatments in waterways

Defra has unveiled a plan to prevent medicine entering rivers and lakes.
Trained dogs identify odour of Parkinson's disease
Trained dogs identify odour of Parkinson's disease

The discovery could lead to faster, non-invasive diagnosis of the condition.
Turtle study findings could tackle cancer in humans
Turtle study findings could tackle cancer in humans

Cancer was found to be extremely rare in turtles.
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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.
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