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UK's coolest doggle-wearing dog
  Bugsy

Dog with eye condition walks in sun again

Bugsy, from Tividale, West Midlands, has been dubbed the UK's coolest dog, thanks to the pair of "doggles" he wears.

An eye condition known as pannus causes discomfort, redness and pigment changes to Bugsy's eyes when exposed to ultraviolet light.

The condition was preventing him from going on walks on sunny days.

Bugsy's owner, Mr Jones, felt he was really suffering and would restrict their walks to darker hours – which was getting more and more difficult as the summer approached.

So he took Bugsy to White Cross Vets for advice.

Bonnie Leibowitch, the practice's clinic director, said: "Eye drops helped, but Mr Jones wanted to do more."

After considering their options, they decided to try fitting Bugsy with a pair of doggles, which have been a huge success, they say.

"Bugsy can now live a normal life and enjoy a walk whatever the weather so we're delighted with the results.

"Plus," she said, "he looks extremely stylish – he has to be the coolest dog in the UK!"

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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Lords Committee opens Pet Parasite Medication inquiry

The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee will launch its inquiry into Pet Parasite Medication (PPM) on Wednesday (3 June).

Focusing on treatments containing fipronil and imidacloprid, the inquiry will seek to understand distribution pathways and the impacts of PPM use and non-use on biodiversity and human health. It will also cover current regulation, monitoring, and the potential implications for pets and their owners.

The committee will hear evidence from environmental non-governmental organisations and research institutes. The public can follow the proceedings live on Parliament TV or in person in the Palace of Westminster.