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Dogs Trust launches this year's National Dog Survey
The survey has been held annually since 2021.
Owners have until 14 June to give their answers.

The charity Dogs Trust is asking dog owners across the UK to take part in this year’s National Dog Survey.

The survey asks owners about their relationship with their dog, their dog's care and training, and any support networks that they call on when help is needed. The results of the annual survey will inform the services and support the charity offers to dog owners.

Last year, 244,478 owners completed the survey, providing information on 348,533 dogs. The results led to Dogs Trust launching its Behaviour Support Line, which offers free advice about dog training and behaviour.

The 2023 survey also provided evidence of the pandemic puppy boom, revealing a large rise in the number of dogs aged one and two years old.  

Owen Sharp, chief executive of Dogs Trust, said: “The National Dog Survey is the largest dog census in the UK, and around a quarter of a million owners responded last year. But, with over a third of UK households now owning a dog, we want to hear from even more this year so we can gain as many insights as possible about dog ownership in the UK, helping us to shape our support for dog owners and improve dog welfare.

“Dogs Trust has been around for over 130 years and in that time so much has changed when it comes to dog ownership. The insights gained from this year’s survey will ensure Dogs Trust can continue to adapt the way we support dogs and their owners, helping them to live the best lives possible together.”

The survey, which is open until 14 June 2024, can be completed on the Dogs Trust website.

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Practices urged to audit neutering data

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 RCVS Knowledge has called on vet practices to audit their post-operative neutering outcomes.

It follows the release of the 2024 NASAN benchmarking report, which collates data from neutering procedures performed on dogs, cats and rabbits.

The benchmarking report enables practices in the UK and Ireland to compare their post-operative outcomes to the national average. This includes the rate of patients lost to follow-up, which in 2024 increased to 23 per cent.

Anyone from the practice can submit the data using a free template. The deadline for next report is February 2026.

Visit the RCVS Knowledge website to complete an audit. 

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RCVS pays tribute to well-loved equine vet

The RCVS and the Riding Establishments Subcommittee has paid tribute to well-loved veterinary surgeon and riding establishment inspector, Rebecca Hamilton-Fletcher MRCVS.

Linda Belton MRCVS, RCVS President, said: "I, along with my colleagues on the RESC, RCVS Council, RCVS Standards Committee, as well as RCVS staff, was very saddened to hear of the sudden death of Rebecca, or Becca as we knew her, last week.

"She was a true advocate for equine welfare and in her many years on the RESC worked to continually improve the quality and consistency of riding establishment inspections, all in the interests of enhanced horse welfare and rider safety."