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Colossal pet cat given up to Cats Protection
Chunky the cat
Chunky weighs more than double the healthy weight of an adult cat.
Struggling owners give up pet cat that reached more than double its ideal weight
 
A six-year-old male cat has been given up by its owners, who were unable to help him to lose weight and no longer felt they could look after him.
 
Chunky (pictured) weighed a colossal 10.7kg when he was bought to Cats Protection’s Cornwall Adoption Centre in April.
 
The guideline weight for a healthy adult cat is between four and five kilos, meaning Chunky was more than double his ideal weight.
 
In this condition, Chunky was at significant risk of health problems such as diabetes and arthritis.
 
With the help of Cats Protection, however, he has begun a gradual weight loss plan. It is hoped the adoption centre will find Chunky a new home with owners who will be able to help him to continue his weight loss.
 
Mark Magee, manager of Cats Protection's Cornwall Adoption Centre, said: “[Chunky] has been making good progress and currently weighs 10kg. We are now looking to find him a home in the Cornwall area where his new owners will help Chunky towards his ideal target weight, with the centre on hand to provide advice.”   
 
A Cats Protection survey, taken by 1,120 cat owners indicates that 23 per cent of cats are regarded to be overweight by their owners. The charity has provided the following simple steps for cat owners to help their pet to achieve a healthy weight:
 
  • Seek advice from a vet
  • Choose a reputable cat food, and stick to the manufacturer's recommended feeding amount
  • Avoid feeding cheese, chocolate, crisps and other "human" food. A small               amount of boiled fish or boneless chicken can be offered as an occasional special treat.

 If you could offer Chunky, or any of the other cats at Cats Protection Cornwall Adoption Centre a new home, then please contact the centre by email or by calling 01872 870575.

Image courtesey of Cats Protection.

 

 

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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.