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Vets have welcomed the Government consultation on reforming dangerous dogs legislation but called on politicians not to let the issue become a political football during the forthcoming election campaign.
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British Riding Clubs kick off their 2010 Championships this April with the National Animal Feed (NAF) Superflex Novice Indoor Show Jumping and the NAF Magic Winter Dressage Championships.
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Sponsored by Natural Animal Feeds, the Championships will take place at Hartpury College, Gloucestershire over the Easter weekend of 3 and 4 April 2010.
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Healthy Pets Insurance, the leading online pet insurer is backing a recent government report to make microchips compulsory for all dogs in England and Wales. The measures set out by the home secretary, Alan Johnson, are to address the growing concern of dangerous dogs in our communities and “status dogs” being used for intimidation. The RSPCA saw a 12-fold increase in the number of complaints about dog fights between 2004 and 2008. Johnson is expected to give further details of the scheme in a speech on crime and antisocial behaviour. 
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The British Horse Society and the British Equestrian Federation are pleased to announce Barrow Farm Riding and Carriage Driving for the Disabled as the latest riding school to achieve Clubmark accreditation.
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It may seem like a never-ending winter in the UK, but vets are already looking forward to summer and reminding pet owners to find out about the requirements for taking their pets abroad in plenty of time.
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As the Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) reaches its 10th anniversary on 28th February 2010, the British Veterinary Association (BVA) and British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) are advising pet owners to talk to their vets about the vaccinations and other treatments their animals will need to travel overseas and return to the UK.
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In his speech to the British Veterinary Association's London dinner, BVA President Professor Bill Reilly renewed calls on the Government to increase the fees for Official Veterinarians (OVs) – private practice vets who undertake work on behalf of the Government, such as TB testing, vaccinating, and on-farm work in the event of a notifiable disease outbreak.
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Choosing the right insurance for your pet can be a tricky business. With the cost of vet bills rising year by year, owners are taking a huge risk if they do not choose to insure their pet - but with so many options out there, making the right choice for your loved one can be a daunting task for some.
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As your pet grows older, the cost of insuring them and subsequently paying for their treatment rises. You will find that some companies will refuse to insure your pet as they reach old age, and some will limit the form of treatment that they are allowed to receive.
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To help you choose the right insurance policy that is right for you and your pet, we have put together a few guidelines that you can follow...
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The British Horse Society is pleased to announce that its Drawing the Line on Indiscriminate Breeding campaign will be hosted in the Hall of Fame during the Cheltenham festival this March.
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The British Horse Society’s Drawing the Line campaign has so far received some tremendous donations for auction this October, and in light of this, the BHS will be exhibiting some of the donations so far received in the Hall of Fame from 16 – 19 March 2010.
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As Britain’s cold snap returns with certainty each year, many of us pull on our beanie hats, reach for our thermal gloves and wrap ourselves in the thickest scarves made from the softest wool.  With the increasing possibility of snow and ice, we are extra vigilant and avoid icy areas and hold onto rails … but what about our furry friends.
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The return of freezing weather conditions poses serious problems to our beloved pets, and pet owners are encouraged to be extra cautious to the possible dangers caused by freezing weather.
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