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Brave pensioner plans to abseil 160ft for charity
George Russell
George has been volunteering for his local Cats Protection branch for more than 20 years.
Cat lover George wants to do something extra special for needy pets

A 70-year-old cat lover is planning to abseil 160ft down the Sea Walls of the Avon Gorge to raise money for one of his favourite charities.

Pensioner George Russell will bravely complete his first ever abseil next month for Swindon Cats Protection. He says he is looking forward to seeing spectacular views and hopes people will sponsor him.

"I have never done an abseil before and it sounded like a challenge. I know that some of my colleagues at Cats Protection are going to be facing down their fear of heights when they take part, but I don’t feel scared as I know I’ll be in safe hands.

"I am really looking forward to it and hope I can raise as much as possible for the charity."

George has been volunteering for his local Cats Protection branch for more than 20 years, getting involved in socialising cats, fundraising and cleaning. He and his wife have been cat fosterers and have adopted six rescue cats from the charity.

He said: "Now I want to do something extra special to help raise funds for all the cats that need it."

Cats Protection's regional fundraising manager, Rebecca Worth, said: "We are delighted that George is taking part and hope his enthusiasm will encourage other people to sign up for the challenge."

To sponsor George, visit his JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/George-Russell4/

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Strangles survey seeks views of horse owners

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 With Strangles Awareness Week just around the corner (5-11 May), vets are being encouraged to share a survey about the disease with their horse-owning clients.

The survey, which has been designed by Dechra, aims to raise awareness of Strangles and promote best practices to prevent its transmission. It includes questions about horse owners' experiences of strangles, together with preventative measures and vaccination.

Respondents to the survey will be entered into a prize draw to win two VIP tickets to Your Horse Live 2025. To access the survey, click here 

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Vivienne Mackinnon elected BVA Scottish Branch President

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has elected Vivienne Mackinnon as its new BVA Scottish Branch president.

Dr Mackinnon has over 30 years of experience in veterinary care, encompassing both small animal and mixed practice. She has worked in practices in Scotland, England, New Zealand and Australia, before joining APHA to work in frontline disease control.

In her speech, Dr Mackinnon reflected on the changes in Scotland's veterinary industry and highlighted her commitment to veterinary education.

Dr Mackinnon said: "I look forward to working with colleagues across the veterinary professions to improve animal health and welfare in the country and support veterinary workplaces."