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Holiday paws for thought
Survey reveals women miss pets most when holidaying

A recent survey of more than 1,000 pet owners has put paws for thought on whether dogs really are "man's" best friend.

When asked who they miss most when away on holiday, 37 per cent of women chose their pets over their partners, family or friends.

Not only are pets missed most by their holiday making owners, but the survey also revealed that owners make frequent efforts to stay in touch. Two in five owners have called from holiday to check on their pet, and a surprising 14 per cent have "chatted" to their pet on the phone.

Furthermore, five per cent of owners admitted to having a Skype conversation with their dog.

A small number of people were found to have cut their holiday short because they had been missing their pet so much, meanwhile, more than half of the surveyed pet owners have planned holidays so that they can take their pet with them.

For those pet owners who can't bring themselves to leave their pets at home, Skyscanner, the company behind the survey, has compiled a useful guide to airline pet policies and fees. Click here for more information.

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Applications open for MMI research grants

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 RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.

 

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News Shorts
BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.