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Nominations open for Animal Charity Awards 2015
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The awards celebrate and reward the hard work and dedication of those who go above and beyond in their mission to rescue and re-home animals in need.

Inspirational event celebrates outstanding charities and not-for-profit organisations

Pet insurance provider Petplan has announced that nominations for the Petplan and Association of Dogs and Cats Homes Animal Charity (ADCH) Awards are now open.

The awards celebrate and reward the hard work and dedication of those who go above and beyond in their mission to rescue and rehome animals in need. The three award categories are Animal Charity Volunteer of the Year, Animal Charity Employee of the Year and Animal Charity Team of the Year.

For Petplan, the opening of the nominations also coincide with a £4 million milestone of support to Dogs Trust, where they have helped the UK's largest dog welfare charity to find loving homes for thousands of dogs over the past 10 years.

Petplan's James Branes said: "We are proud to make a difference by supporting the outstanding work of charities like Dogs Trust who play an invaluable role ensuring the welfare of dogs in the UK. Petplan provides much more than comprehensive pet insurance and works closely with over 1,200 animals charities, contributing tore than £2.5 million each year to help them rehome and continually deliver outstanding care to animals in need."

Last year the awards received over 5,500 nominations from charity staff, adopters and volunteers. The organisers hope to exceed that number this year.

Nominations opened on November 3 are will close on February 13, 2015. The awards will be announced at the Bournemouth International Centre on April 22, 2015. For further information and to make a nomination visit http://www.petplan.co.uk/charityawards/ 

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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.