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Petition launched to improve welfare

Charity address pet rabbit welfare issues

A rabbit and rodent re-homing charity based in West Yorkshire has created an e-petition in an attempt to address the welfare issues facing domestic rabbits.

The charity, CampNibble, is calling for the government to introduce a code of practice for domestic rabbit welfare, as exists for dogs and cats.

Despite being the third most popular pet in the UK, rabbits have recently been recognised by the RSPCA as being the most neglected and misunderstood pets.

Whilst trustee of the charity, Hannah Potts, says the e-petition alone will not solve this problem, it is a significant step towards improving welfare.

It is hoped the petition will raise awareness of the welfare issues facing pet rabbits, whilst demonstrating the high level of public support surrounding these issues.

The charity has already reportedly had lots of feedback from people admitting they were unaware of rabbit welfare issues prior to hearing about the petition.

So far, the petition has 4,000 signatures, and needs to achieve 100,000 before the issue will be brought before the government.

Click here to view the e-petition or visit the charity's website for further information.

 

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. 

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NSA webinar explores sheep tailing and castration

The National Sheep Association (NSA) is to host a free webinar on the castration and tail docking of lambs.

The webinar, 'Understanding the tailing and castration consultation: A guide for sheep farmers', will be hosted online on Monday, 2 March 2026 at 7.30pm.

It comes during a government consultation into the methods used for these procedures. Farmers are encouraged to engage before the consultation period closes on Monday, 9 March 2026.

The webinar offers clear and actionable guidance to support farmers to contribute meaningfully to the consultation and prepare for potential changes.

On the panel will be former SVS president Kate Hovers, farmer and vet Ann Van Eetvelt and SRUC professor in Animal Health and Veterinary Sciences Cathy Dwyer. Each panel member will utilise their own specialism and expertise to evaluate risks and outcomes to sheep farming.

Find out more about the webinar on the NSA website.