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Kennel Club pays tribute to The Queen
Her Majesty the Queen.
Tony Allcock OBE thanks Her Majesty for her patronage.

The Kennel Club has paid tribute to “one of the most dog-loving monarchs in history” in a statement marking the passing of their patron, Her Majesty The Queen.

In the message, Tony Allcock OBE, chairman of The Kennel Club, said the Queen was very interested in her corgis' health and took the breeding of her dogs “very seriously”. 

The Queen had a great adoration for corgis, a breed that would serve as her constant companion throughout her 70-year-reign. Her father, King George IV, gifted Her Majesty her first Corgi, Susan when she was 18, and she stopped breeding them  in 2015. 

She leaves behind two corgis, Muick and Sandy, who will be cared for by her son Prince Andrew, Duke of York, and former daughter-in-law Sarah, Duchess of York.

Mr Allcock said: “We pass on our thoughts and condolences to The King and the Royal family at this time and join the world in sorrow at her passing. 

“The Queen was an avid dog lover. She was very interested in the health of Corgis and took the breeding of her dogs very seriously, always ensuring that she met with the dogs involved.

“The Queen also owned Spaniels and was familiar to members and staff at The Kennel Club for her involvement in Field Trials, often attending events when taking place on her estate in Sandringham, where she was always extremely friendly to the dogs and competitors alike.

“We are very grateful for The Queen’s patronage over the years and the commitment she always showed to the dogs that she loved so dearly. The Queen epitomised the love and affection that our nation holds for dogs.”

Image (C) Hulton Royals Collection/Kennel Club.

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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.