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XL Bully Ban: The facts PDSA Vet explains what the Government announcement means to owners and the general public
On 15 September 2023, Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, announced plans for the ‘American XL Bully’ dogs to be added to the banned breed list.
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Our response to the CMA investigation and Defra proposals to reform veterinary practice
News reports suggest that vets will have to publish price lists for common treatments and disclose if they are independent or part of a chain under plans for a major overhaul of the industry.
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Celebrity canines and their owner make history after raising over £100k for vet charity in six weeks
Kerry Irving, owner of social media stars, Max, Paddy and Harry, breaks PDSA’s fundraising records.
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Removal of 3rd party public liability insurance for XL Bully dogs
Owners of XL Bully dogs may be concerned to hear the news that public liability insurance will no longer be available from 1 July through the Dogs Trust Companion Club scheme. However, it’s important that owners do not panic.
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RAF Police Dogs to be honoured with ‘animals’ OBE
Alfie and AJ awarded PDSA Order of Merit for exceptional contribution to society
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Derby Pet Hospital receives funding boost
A new £800 ultrasonic cleaner is now in use at the hospital at City Gate, London Road, thanks to funding from players of People’s Postcode Lottery.
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Scottish search dog honoured
A three-year-old Labrador from Selkirk is being honoured by vet charity PDSA after successfully finding a critically injured missing woman in blizzard conditions.
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Dog gets wobbles after wolfing down 22 hair bobbles
A tiny Yorkshire Terrier from Edinburgh landed himself a stretch in a charity pet hospital after vets discovered his secret passion for eating elastic hair bobbles.
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Aberdeen dog disappears after firework fright
Bobby, a Border Collie from Sheddocksley in Aberdeen, ended up missing for over 24 hours after being spooked by fireworks when out walking.
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Greedy Hooch undergoes emergency op after swallowing corn husk
Pet owners warned about dangers of discarded foods
