Staffordshire

The Kennel Club and Weatherbys launch CombiBreed all-in-one tests

Non-profit organisation The Kennel Club and supplier Weatherbys has launched its CombiBreed health tests packages for eight new breeds. The tests have been created to “provide a “simplified process for canine genetic health testing for the benefit of both dog breeders and owners, and help to eradicate some of the…

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Fish4Dogs supports charity dog shows

A series of dog shows in Staffordshire, supported by Fish4Dogs, has raised more than £1,000 for charity. Midfield K9 Academy, run by Lynne Bakker-Collier, staged three events throughout the summer; June, August and September at its training grounds in Oulton, Stone. Fish4Dogs donated goody bags for the winners of all…

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Scarsdale Vets joins Independent Vetcare

Veterinary group Scarsdale Vets has joined Independent Vetcare (IVC), a group focused on investment and innovation in vetcare, which currently has 813 practices in the UK and Ireland. Scarsdale has practices based in and around Derbyshire and Staffordshire, including Pride Referral Hospital. John Turkington, senior partner of Scarsdale said: “Over…

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RCVS suspends Leicester vet for kicking and stamping on dog

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Disciplinary Committee has suspended a Leicester-based veterinary surgeon from the Register for four months, after he was found guilty of kicking and stamping on a dog that had bitten him. The Disciplinary Committee hearing for Jatinder Dhami took place from Tuesday 23 to…

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RVC blood donor awarded Service Animal Award by RSPCA

Romeo, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, has been recognised with the Service Animal Award by the RSPCA in its 2019 Honours List, for its numerous donations to the Royal Veterinary College’s (RVC) Blood Donor Programme. His service was also noted for more than his blood contributions, he is a qualified pet…

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‘Undesirable behaviour’ largest cause of death in dogs under three

New research has found “undesirable behaviour” as the highest cause of death in dogs living in England that die under the age of three. It is estimated that 24% of households in the UK own a dog, however a recent VetCompass study of dogs under the care of primary-care veterinary…

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EUKANUBA survey reveals lifetime of love between owner and dog

A survey conducted by pet food brand EUKANUBA has revealed the lifetime of love owners and dogs share together. With 81% of owners admitting that their dog is an important member of the family, it’s no surprise that canine companions play a pivotal role in lives. Some 38% of owners…

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2019 Veterinary Awards finalists announced

The finalists for the 2019 Petplan Veterinary Awards have been announced, the finalists have been drawn from over 40,000 nominations. The finalists are: Practice Support Staff of the Year Graham Skelton, Orchard House Veterinary Centre, Hexham, Northumberland Sharon Scarratt of Blue House Veterinary Centre, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire Zoe Pickering, Orchard House…

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RCVS Council elects first black council member as junior VP

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Council has elected its first black council member in its 175-year history to be junior vice president of the college for 2019-20. Mandisa Greene, who was first elected to council in 2014 and was re-elected last year, is currently chair of the Practice…

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Misbehaving dogs more likely to die young, research shows

New research has revealed that dogs with ‘undesirable behaviours’, such as aggression, running away, fighting, over-excitability or barking, are more likely to die at a younger age. Such behaviours may reflect poor training by owners or even undiagnosed medical conditions – for example dogs that urinate indoors may be suffering…

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