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Kennel Club permits inter-variety matings in chihuahuas
A decision has been reached to allow inter-variety matings for chihuahuas.
Decision set to have a have 'a positive effect upon genetic diversity'

The Kennel Club Board has reached an agreement with the chihuahua breed health coordinator to allow inter-variety matings in the breed.

The agreement follows a discussion with the 10 chihuahua breed clubs about whether the breed should be able to inter-variety mate, or whether this should only be with special permission. It was revealed that the majority of respondents were in favour of inter-variety mating, without having prior permission to be sought.

In a statement, the Kennel Club said that it has agreed to allow the inter-variety mating of smooth and long coat chihuahuas. Chihuahua breed health coordinator, Dr Geoffrey Curr, said:

“This positive development for chihuahuas would not have been possible without the unanimous support of all ten breed clubs. The allowing of inter-variety matings within the breed will have a positive effect upon genetic diversity for future generations, so this is very good news indeed.”

Kennel Club genetics and research Manager, Dr Tom Lewis, added: “The move to allow inter-variety matings for chihuahuas will be helpful to breeders striving to deliver a sustainable population for generations to come and so is very welcome. The breed clubs should be proud of taking a step that will contribute to attempts to preserve genetic diversity in the Chihuahua breeds.”

Applications to register puppies resulting from inter-variety matings must be made on a paper form (not online) and all enquiries regarding such matings in Chihuahuas should be directed to hbs@thekennelclub.org.uk

 

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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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BSAVA publishes Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice

The BSAVA has added a small animal nutrition advice booklet to its series of BSAVA guides.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice offers a resource for veterinary professionals to provide appropriate nutrition for animals. As well as maintaining the wellbeing of healthy pets, the guide explores how nutritional requirements change in times of illness and disease.

The guide is divided into five sections, which explore the importance of nutritional assessment; diet types; feeding at different life stages; feeding for specific situations; and feeding for specific diseases. Online resources are also in the BSAVA Library including client handouts and videos.

It is designed to be suitable for referencing, in-depth case planning and team training sessions.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice can be purchased online from the BSAVA store.