SEEVAD is organising its second scientific symposium at Vetagro-Sup, the prestigious Veterinary School of Lyon; deeply involved in behavioural issues and at the international intersection of veterinarian exchanges. Internationally recognised scientific speakers will present on a diverse range of topics…
Can you love cats too much?
A study into cat ownership looks at whether people who own an excessive number of cats are on the slippery slope to becoming animal hoarders. The research investigated whether owners of 20 or more cats were more likely to share…
BBSRC Annual Focus in Responsive mode: Welfare of managed animals (including livestock and companion animals)
The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) has issued a call for its welfare of managed animals strategic priority area to encourage the research community in this area to submit to their responsive mode deadline on 9 Janaury 2013.…
Crucial Review on “Shock Collars” For Pets
The arguments for and against the use of Electric Pulse Training Aids (EPTAs) on pets have been published in a report led by Professor Daniel Mills from the University of Lincoln. The review by the Companion Animal Welfare Council (CAWC)…
Are you Working in the Fields of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Welfare? Here is a Funding Opportunity for You!
PetPlan currently has an open call for their pump-priming grant scheme which aims to fund initial research in the fields of veterinary medicine and animal welfare. Up to £10,000 is available for projects with a maximum duration of 12 months The…