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How PupAid is changing attitudes to pet selling
Marc Abraham
Marc at No. 10 Downing Street as he hands in PupAid's e-petition, which received over 110,000 signatures.

Marc Abraham: the latest updates on the fight against puppy farming

“We are starting to change the landscape of pet vending,” says Marc Abraham, the vet behind a hugely popular PupAid campaign to ban the sale of puppies and kittens without their mothers being present. Six months on from a House of Commons debate on puppy farming, the fruits of Marc's labour are clear to see...

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New RCVS Academy courses to remove barriers in vet care

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 The RCVS Academy has launched two courses to its new client support series, as it seeks to improve accessibility in veterinary settings.

The courses will help professionals to support assistance dog partnerships and clients with hearing loss.

The Hearing loss and Assistance dogs courses saw RCVS project lead Catherine Hemingway collaborate with the British Deaf Association and Assistance Dogs UK. Vets will gain practical guidance on supporting clients with additional needs.

Each course takes an hour to complete, and can be accessed by RCVS registrants for free. 

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APHA launches free virtual work experience programme

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), in collaboration with Springpod, has launched a free virtual work experience programme, giving young people across the UK the chance to explore careers dedicated to protecting animal and plant health.

The on-demand programme offers a unique insight into career opportunities within APHA, showcasing how students can contribute to tackling some of the UK's most critical biosecurity and environmental challenges.

Designed for students aged 13 and over, the course includes more than 10 hours of engaging content featuring real-life industry insights, scenario-based challenges, and practical guidance on applying for jobs. To register for the course, visit the APHA website.