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Search is on for famous Indian tiger
Forest officials, NGOs and local people are joining in the search. (stock photo)

Jai has been missing for three months

Wildlife officials are concerned about the whereabouts of India's most famous tiger, Jai, who has not been seen for three months.

It is thought the seven-year-old tiger was last seen on 18 April at the Umred Karhandla wildlife sanctuary, where he usually lives.

A major search has been launched in the western state of Maharashtra.

Forestry rangers are said to have become worried about Jai when his electronic collar stopped transmitting his location.

For the past two weeks, forest officials, NGOs and local people have been scouring the forests in hopes of finding Jai. The state government is offering 50,000 rupees as a reward for finding the 250kg big cat.

Jai's disappearance has prompted speculation that he may have been killed by poachers or wounded in a fight with another tiger. But recently a huge footprint has been found alongside some smaller ones in the forests of Umrer block, 60km south of Nagpur city, according to Telegraph India.

The footprint is well within the tiger's range and coincides with 10 cattle deaths nearby over the past few days. Although this is said to be the longest Jai has been missing, the discovery has rekindled hopes he will be found.

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FIVP launches CMA remedies survey

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 FIVP has shared a survey, inviting those working in independent practice to share their views on the CMA's proposed remedies.

The Impact Assessment will help inform the group's response to the CMA, as it prepares to submit further evidence to the Inquiry Group. FIVP will also be attending a hearing in November.

Data will be anonymised and used solely for FIVP's response to the CMA. The survey will close on Friday, 31 October 2025. 

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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.