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RSPCA behaved 'unlawfully’ when it seized cat, report concludes
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16-year-old Claude was taken away from his owners after neighbours raised concerns about his appearance.

Animal charity put elderly cat down without owners' consent

The RSPCA ‘behaved unlawfully’ over a cat which was taken away from its family and put down against their wishes, an official report has found.

In 2013, 16-year-old Claude was taken away from his owners after neighbours raised concerns about his appearance. Although his family begged inspectors to let him live, Claude was put down before they had a chance to say goodbye.

Now an official review of the case, obtained by The Times, has revealed that the RSPCA failed to disclose material to the family in the animal cruelty prosecution case that followed. 

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RUMA CA&E extends survey deadline

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 RUMA CA&E has extended the deadline for its online survey into vaccine availability.

Vets, SQPs, retailers and wholesalers will now have until Friday, 26 September at 5pm to submit their response.

The survey aims to further understanding into the vaccine supply challenges faced by the sector. It will also consider the short and long term impacts of disruption issues.

Insights are anonymous, and will be shared with industry stakeholders and government bodies.

The survey can be accessed here. 

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Dechra launches checklist for veterinary sustainability

Global animal health specialist Dechra has announced the world's first Veterinary Green Theatre Checklist (VGTC) to help make surgery more sustainable.

Endorsed by leading veterinary organisations, including the BEVA, BVNA and RCVS Knowledge, the checklist is designed to reduce the environmental footprint of veterinary care, while supporting better animal health outcomes.

The checklist was launched at the World Congress of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Paris and will be followed by an internal training and awareness campaign. For more information, visit dechra.com