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iPhone App for Dog Owners
‘Staycations’ are all the rage this summer, and a new iPhone app has come to the rescue of thousands of dog owning families who will be faced with the headache of trying to find holidays and day trips where their dog will be welcome too.

The iPhone app, launched by Dog Friendly and the Kennel Club, helps dog owners to find all the dog-friendly restaurants, bars and lodgings in the area where they live or are visiting. The app, which lists more than 10,000 dog friendly places, can be downloaded for £1.79  and also shows dog friendly beaches, suggested days out and veterinary surgeries within the user’s vicinity.
 
Caroline Kisko, Secretary of the Kennel Club which runs openfordogs.org.uk, a website of dog friendly places, said: “If you are one of the many families choosing to stay at home this summer you will resent having to leave your dog behind or pay out for kennelling fees because you are afraid that you won’t be able to find pubs, cafes or accommodation that will accept them.
 
“Thankfully, more and more businesses are catching on to how important it is to welcome the country’s 8 million dog owners and this app contains more than 10,000 places in the UK which will welcome you and your dog with open arms.”
 

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Vets launch new podcast for pet owners

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 Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.

The venture, called Vets Talking Pets, provides advice and information on a range of topics, including how to select a suitable pet, where to obtain them and how to get the best out of your vet. Maggie and Vanessa will also discuss sensitive subjects, including end-of-life care, raw food diets and the cost of veterinary care.

The podcast can be found on all the usual podcast sites, including Podbean, Apple, Amazon Music and YouTube. 

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RCVS Regional Question Time heads to Edinburgh

The RCVS is to bring its Regional Question Time (RQT) to Edinburgh for 2026.

The event will take place at Novotel Edinburgh Park in Edinburgh on Wednesday, 20 May 2026.

It will begin with supper and drinks at 6.30pm, with an evening programme from 7.30pm. This will start with an update on RCVS' activities, followed by questions and answers with representatives.

RCVS is encouraging an 'open dialogue', in which queries can be raised in a friendly, informal environment.

While discussions are expected to be audience-led, the RQT is expected address major issues including the VSA, the CMA's remedy package and the VN Vision project.

Tim Parkin, RCVS president, said: "It's an important time for the professions, and I'm looking forward to meeting colleagues in Scotland as we navigate this period of change together so we can come out stronger."

Tickets can be booked here.