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Asiatic Black Bears to be returned to the wild
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Seven bears previously kept as pets

An official from the Wildlife Rescue Centre of Cat Tien National Park in southern Vietnam has confirmed that seven Asiatic Black Bears will be taken into their care prior to being returned to the wild. The animals, which weigh approximately 300kg and are between eight and nine years old, were kept as pets by a local entrepreneur in small cages for seven years.

The Asiatic Black Bear is also known as the 'Moon bear' due to a yellow crescent shape mark on its chest. The International Union for Conservation of Nature classifies them as 'Vulnerable' and they are on the IUCN's Red List due to the threat from loss of habitat, illegal killing and the trade in bear parts.

Nguyen Van Cuong, an official of the Wildlife Rescue Centre, was not able to confirm how long the bears would be in the Centre's care before they could be released. "It will take us lots of time and effort to prepare them for the wild as they have got used to an environment with human beings around." explained Mr Van Cuong. 

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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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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