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PTSD a problem in dogs too

There has been much discussion about the levels of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in troops returning from combat zones. Veterinary opinion now holds that a similar condition occurs in dogs returning from duties too.…

By: David Watson
Published: 13 Aug 2010
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Obesity in dogs - the domino effect

Research suggests that one in three cancer deaths in humans and dogs could be prevented by reducing omega-6 fatty acids and cutting calories. Meanwhile, the PDSA says the percentage of overweight UK dogs has risen from 21% to 35% in 4 years.…

By: David Watson
Published: 28 Jul 2010
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BBC Panorama programme exposes more than Medivet

Since the screening of the BBC's Panorama programme, ‘It Shouldn't happen at a Vets', there seems to have been a deafening hush ... except for the sound of Teflon coating being applied to establishment statements and stable doors being bolted at Medivet…

By: David Watson
Published: 25 Jul 2010
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Pups asked to sign up for study to boost pet health

THOUSANDS of Labrador retriever owners in the UK are being asked to help find out how a dog's life style affects its health.…

By: David Watson
Published: 20 Jul 2010
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Take Me to Your Leader...

One of the bonuses of modern-day journalism, especially that based upon the electronic media, is the serendipitous nature of the material that enters one's portals, so to speak.…

By: David Watson
Published: 01 Jul 2010
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New tool in global fight against rabies

A new online Blueprint for Canine Rabies Elimination and Human Rabies Prevention has been launched in an effort to help countries find and implement realistic solutions to reduce the burden of rabies throughout their territory.…

By: David Watson
Published: 27 Jun 2010
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