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Cat Given Artificial Knee
     
Missy the cat should now hopefully be able to function as any other cat.
A pet from Guildford has now become the first cat to receive an artifical knee.

After being run over by car, Missy the cat was found lying injured in a bush two days later with a dislocated knee and her other hind leg broken in eight places.

Vets thought she may have to be put to sleep, but pioneering new surgery allowed them to rebuild her limbs and fit a special metal joint that could act as an artificial knee.

The three-inch long steel knee replacement implant was custom-designed especially for Missy, so that it exactly matched her measurements both in terms of her bones and her knee joint’s range of motion.

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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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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.