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New DNA testing scheme for Lhasa Apsos
Results of the test will be included on the dog’s registration details.

Test will maintain health of the breed

The Kennel Club has announced a new DNA testing scheme for progressive retinal atrophy (GPRA) in Lhasa Apsos.

The announcement follows consultation with the breed health coordinator on behalf of the breed clubs and will help breeders make informed decisions when it comes to breeding healthy dogs.

“This new test will protect and maintain the health of the breed, and with that potential puppy buyers will be aware of the issues that could affect their chosen breed,” said Kennel Club secretary, Caroline Kisko.

“We are constantly reviewing DNA testing schemes across all breeds, with the help of breed clubs across the country, to make sure that pedigree dogs can continue to be a healthy as possible."

Results of the test will be included on the dog’s registration details, triggering the publication of the results in the next available Breeds Records Supplement.

The Kennel Club states that results will appear on any new registration certificate issued for the dog and on the registration certificates of any future progeny of the dog, as well as on the Health Test Results Finder on the Kennel Club website. 

It adds: 'Results for dogs already tested can also be recorded, but owners will need to submit copies of the DNA certificates themselves. If the owner includes the original registration certificate for the dog (not a copy) then a new registration certificate will be issued, with the DNA result on it, free of charge.'

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RCVS Knowledge appoints Veterinary Evidence editor-in-chief

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 RCVS Knowledge has welcomed Professor Peter Cockcroft as editor-in-chief for Veterinary Evidence.

A world-renowned expert in evidence-based veterinary medicine, Prof Cockcroft will lead the strategic development and editorial quality of the open-access journal. He was previously in the role from 2017-2020.

Katie Mantell, CEO of RCVS Knowledge, said: "We are excited about the extensive knowledge of evidence-based veterinary medicine and clinical veterinary research that Peter brings, and we look forward to working with him over this next phase of the journal's development." 

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CVS Group hit by cyber attack

CVS Group, which owns more than 450 veterinary practices in the UK, has been hit by a cyber attack.

In a statement, the group said the incident involved unauthorised external access to a limited number of its IT systems. As soon as the attack was discovered, the group took its IT systems temporarily offline, causing 'considerable operational disruption'.

It has warned that the security steps taken and ongoing plans to move its operational systems and IT infrastructure to the Cloud are likely to have an ongoing impact over a number of weeks.

Due to the risk that personal information was accessed, CVS has informed the Information Commissioner's Office. The company is working with third party consultants to investigate the incident.