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London Zoo prepares for new male squirrel monkey

Females given mirror enrichment ahead of new arrival

To celebrate the imminent arrival of a new male squirrel monkey, keepers at London Zoo have provided their female monkeys with a mirror.

According to keepers, the mirror forms part of the monkeys' varied enrichment programme and encourages their natural curiosity by giving them something new to investigate.

There will soon be another addition to the zoo's "Meet the Monkeys" enclosure, as a male called Eubie is set to join the girls.

Squirrel monkeys are classed as threatened in the wild due to their use in biomedical research and as pets, bait and food.

London Zoo is involved in breeding programmes which aim to boost numbers of this primate species, and their squirrel monkeys are part of the European Endangered Species Programme.

Squirrel monkey keeper Kathryn Sanders, said: "We’re all excited about the arrival of Eubie at ZSL London Zoo – and none more so than the squirrel monkey girls.
 
"The mirror is a great enrichment for them, they spend lots of time trying to suss it out as it’s something different to investigate – and of course they can make sure they’re looking good too!"

Image courtesy of ZSL London Zoo

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Greyhound Board announces change to vaccination guidance

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 The Greyhound Board of Great Britain has published new vaccination guidance, with all greyhounds registered from 1 January, 2027 required to have the L4 leptospirosis vaccination, rather than L2.

The change comes in response to the reduced availability of the 'L2' Leptospirosis vaccine across the UK, and aims to support best biosecurity practice across the racing greyhound population.

GBGB veterinary director Simon Gower, said "While rare, Leptospirosis is a serious infectious disease that can affect both dogs and humans, so it is vital that we offer our greyhounds the broadest possible protection.  

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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.