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Charity creates a 'sensory environment' for Bonfire Night
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With fireworks going off for hours on end, Bonfire Night is potentially one of the scariest nights of the year for many pets.
Kennels and cattery transformed to help soothe pets
 
Battersea Dogs and Cats Home is set to transform its cattery and kennels this Bonfire Night, in a bid to calm its frightened residents.

With fireworks going off for hours on end, Bonfire Night is potentially one of the scariest nights of the year for many pets.

The charity will create a sensory environment with lights and music. Special radios that play clinically tested calming music have been purchased for the kennels, to complement soothing night lights.

All kennel and cattery windows will also be covered to block out the flashing lights from fireworks.

Cats will have cosy pens, warm beds and curtains to hide away. Special scents will also be sprayed in their areas to keep them relaxed.

A rise in the number of lost dogs and cats is often seen around the 5 November. Battersea is advising owners to get their pets microchipped and to follow its lead in creating a safe haven for pets during the celebrations.

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FIVP launches CMA remedies survey

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 FIVP has shared a survey, inviting those working in independent practice to share their views on the CMA's proposed remedies.

The Impact Assessment will help inform the group's response to the CMA, as it prepares to submit further evidence to the Inquiry Group. FIVP will also be attending a hearing in November.

Data will be anonymised and used solely for FIVP's response to the CMA. The survey will close on Friday, 31 October 2025. 

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CMA to host webinar exploring provisional decisions

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is to host a webinar for veterinary professionals to explain the details of its provisional decisions, released on 15 October 2025.

The webinar will take place on Wednesday, 29 October 2025 from 1.00pm to 2.00pm.

Officials will discuss the changes which those in practice may need to make if the provisional remedies go ahead. They will also share what happens next with the investigation.

The CMA will be answering questions from the main parties of the investigation, as well as other questions submitted ahead of the webinar.

Attendees can register here before Wednesday, 29 October at 11am. Questions must be submitted before 10am on 27 October.

A recording of the webinar will be accessible after the event.