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  Industry

  Distracted dog walkers may be putting wildlife and livestock at risk, study finds

  Written by Charlie King | 11 Sep 2026

  Dog walkers distracted by their phones, conversations or other demands can miss their pets fouling, disturbing wildlife or approaching livestock, according to new research from the University of […]

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  Livestock

  Antibiotics in animal husbandry: Use falls slightly

  Written by Charlie King | 27 Aug 2026

  Trends in Antibiotic Use and Treatment Frequency In total, antibiotic consumption of around 494 tonnes was recorded across all animal categories in 2025. This represents a slight decrease […]

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  Livestock

  Farm dog spread of life-endangering worm disease investigated

  Written by Charlie King | 9 Aug 2026

  A pioneering study led by Aberystwyth University is set to investigate how everyday interactions between people and dogs in rural Wales could be helping a harmful tapeworm spread […]

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  Small Animal

  Shorter strides can be an early warning sign of dementia in senior dogs, just as in people

  Written by Charlie King | 9 Jul 2026

  The onset of dementia often comes with a change in gait: for example, years before they display any loss in memory, patients may start to walk more slowly […]

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  Equine

  Horse owners’ personality and attachment style shape how they interact with and care for their horses

  Written by Charlie King | 2 Jul 2026

  A new study shows that horse owners’ psychological characteristics, including their attachment styles and personality traits, are systematically linked to how frequently they ride, train, and spend quality […]

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  Industry

  From awareness to action: Lord Trees’ challenge to the veterinary profession on AMR

  Written by Elizabeth Ferrar | 1 Jul 2026

  Speaking on behalf of RCVS Knowledge, former RCVS President Lord Alexander ‘Sandy’ Trees called on delegates to help shape a practical, sector-wide plan for responsible antimicrobial use, warning […]