Urgent news from Dogs Trust

Dublin City Council has recently banned 11 breeds of dog, including Rottweilers, Bull Terriers and German Shepherds, from all their houses, flats and estates. Existing tenants are being given a chance to re-home their animals, but if alternative accommodation cannot be found, then the dogs will be destroyed. It also seems likely that these breeds will be banned from public parks – which means dog owners living in private accommodation will also be affected.

A petition to reverse the decision has been organised, so please sign the petition online today by clicking this petition link

As we all know, this action will do nothing to either educate the public, or tackle the problem of aggressive dogs. Over 35,000 have signed already so please help send a signal to legislators everywhere that dog owners will unite to oppose ill-informed and cruel laws that punish innocent dogs.

Myxomatosis: protect your bunny

The Blue Cross is urging rabbit owners to help protect their pets against killer disease myxomatosis following a recent outbreak across Britain. Make sure your rabbit has been vaccinated against the disease and look out for symptoms including sore, puffy eyes and breathing difficulties. See your vet as soon as possible with any concerns.

Dick Voigt, Blue Cross Director of Veterinary Services said: "Serious conditions in rabbits,
such as myxomatosis and flystrike, are often preventable. We strongly advise all rabbit owners to make sure their pets are fully vaccinated and that rabbits and their living areas are cleaned regularly."

Myxomatosis arrived in Britain during the 1950s, killing millions of wild rabbits. It is carried by fleas and mosquitoes that bite and can transfer the disease between wild and domestic rabbits. Cats and dogs can carry infected fleas so indoor rabbits are also at risk.

Forthcoming Events
Discover Dogs Earls Court, November 10th – 11th Discover Dogs is the ideal place to learn more about the joys of canine companionship, providing a fun, interactive experience dedicated to every aspect of canine care, promoting responsible dog ownership and showcasing the diversity and talents of man's best friend.

Discover Dogs 2006 will feature over 180 different breeds along with a wide range of entertaining displays and competitions, from the Scruffts Family Crossbreed of the Year Competition to Rescue Dog Agility and the annual search for the Kennel Club's very own Companion Dog of the Year.

8th December
National Cat Club Show – Olympia, London

Is your dog one in a million?
Of course he is!

But did you know that over 1 million dogs in the UK have arthritis?

An arthritis assessment can help you find out if your dog is a sufferer:

• Does your dog have difficulty standing up after a period of rest, or sleep?
• Does your dog seem to have ‘slowed down’ and become less keen to exercise?
• Does your dog have difficulty jumping up, getting into the car, or climbing stairs?
• Has your dog been showing signs of lameness?

The HIP HIP HURRAY canine arthritis awareness campaign aims to get Britain’s dogs back on their feet! Just like human sufferers of osteoarthritis, dogs experience pain, stiffness and lack of mobility. Caring pet owners often attribute these symptoms to old age as many dogs suffer in silence.
FREE CANINE ARTHRITIS CHECK
Throughout September hundreds of vet practices all over the country will be supporting the HIP HIP HURRAY campaign. If your vet is a participating practice, why not make an appointment? One call could help change your dogs life! If your dog is diagnosed with arthritis you will be eligible to receive a £5 voucher that can be redeemed against the cost of future treatment. Visit www.dogarthritischeck.com for more information

Feline Advisory Bureau was founded in 1958

when little was really known about cats or their veterinary needs.
fab gathered information from a variety of sources and funded vets to specialise in feline care and so had a major influence on early advances in veterinary treatment.
That work, and influence, continues to this day, not only in the treatment of disease but in establishing standards for boarding catteries and providing information, both specific and general, to cat lovers everywhere.
fab has a comprehensive website really worth visiting if you own or are thinking of owning a cat with information on virtually every aspect of cat care and behaviour.
fab also organises regular conferences, open days and meetings throughout the UK.

Visit the fab website at www.fabcats.org

Please get in touch

Let us know about any of your pet-related events and we will do our best to publicise them

We would also love to hear from any animal charities if you want to publicise your charity or tell us about special pets needing a new home