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Dog Breeding Consultation Launched in Northern Ireland
The Kennel Club issues a call to action as Northern Ireland launches dog breeding consultation.

The Kennel Club has welcomed a consultation by the Northern Ireland Assembly to review legislation on dog breeding establishments in a bid to crack down on puppy farming.

Michelle O'Neill, the Agriculture and Rural Development Minister, launched the consultation on new measures for dog breeding establishments with an aim to raise the standard for breeding establishments and enhance the conditions for dogs and puppies within those premises.

This follows on from the Kennel Club-supported decision earlier this year to introduce compulsory microchipping to Northern Ireland. The Kennel Club is pleased with many measures proposed as part of the consultation, including those to limit the number of litters a bitch may produce.

Caroline Kisko, Communications Director of the Kennel Club, said: "The Minister has made it clear that she understands that dog breeding is a legitimate business, and does not want to introduce unnecessary and potential onerous requirements for breeders, but has highlighted that the welfare needs of pups, dams and sires is of paramount importance."

She added that the Kennel Club supports the move absolutely, and urges all those with an interest in dog breeding to review the proposals and make their voices heard.

For more information and to view the consultation documents, click here. 

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Equine Disease Surveillance report released for Q4 2025

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 The latest Equine Disease Surveillance report has been released, with details on equine disease from Q4 of 2025.

The report, produced by Equine Infectious Disease Surveillance, includes advice on rule changes for equine influenza vaccination.

Statistics and maps detail recent outbreaks of equine herpes virus, equine influenza, equine strangles and equine grass sickness. A series of laboratory reports provides data on virology, bacteriology, parasitology and toxicosis.

This issue also features a case study of orthoflavivus-associated neurological disease in a horse in the UK. 

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RCVS annual renewal fee for vets due

RCVS' annual renewal fee for veterinary surgeons is now due. Vets must pay their renewal fee before Wednesday, 1 April 2026.

This year's standard annual fee has increased to 431 from last year's 418. This is an approximately three per cent increase, as approved by RCVS Council and the Privy Council.

Tshidi Gardner, RCVS treasurer, said: "The small fee increase will be used to help deliver both our everyday activities and our new ambitious Strategic Plan, which includes aims such as achieving new legislation, reviewing the Codes of Professional Conduct and supporting guidance, and continuing to support the professions through activities such as the Mind Matters Initiative, RCVS Academy and career development."

A full breakdown of the new fees is on the RCVS website. Information about tax relief is available on the UK government website.