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Microchip Advisory Group future under discussion
Commitment to Code of Practice reaffirmed

Members of the Microchip Advisory Group (MAG) have met to discuss the future of the organisation after a recent decision by the British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) to relinquish the role of Chair.

The MAG was founded to establish a structure for the registration and distribution of microchips intended for implantation into companion animals and standardised training for those tasked with implanting them. The Group also commits to manufacturing equipment to meet the appropriate ISO standards.

The meeting took place during the 2012 BSAVA World Congress. Meeting on Thursday 12th April, working groups of users, microchip suppliers and database personnel reaffirmed their commitment to the MAG's Code of Practice, which states that “The aim is to provide a safe, permanent identification system for companion animals and equines and an effective reunification system for animals that stray.” Adherence to the Code of Practice is mandatory for membership of the Group.

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Birmingham Dogs Home makes urgent appeal

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 Birmingham Dogs Home has issued an urgent winter appeal as it faces more challenges over the Christmas period.

The rescue centre has seen a dramatic increase in dogs coming into its care, and is currently caring for over 200 dogs. With rising costs and dropping temperatures, the charity is calling for urgent support.

It costs the charity £6,000 per day to continue its work.

Fi Harrison, head of fundraising and communications, said: "It's heart-breaking for our team to see the conditions some dogs arrive in. We really are their last chance and hope of survival."

More information about the appeal can be found here. 

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Avian flu confirmed at premises in Cornwall

A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been detected in commercial poultry at a premises near Rosudgeon, Cornwall.

All poultry on the infected site will be humanely culled, and a 3km protection zone and 10km surveillance zone have been put in place. Poultry and other captive birds in the 3km protection zone must be housed.

The case is the second avian flu case confirmed in commercial poultry this month. The H5N5 strain was detected in a premises near Hornsea, East Riding of Yorkshire, in early November. Before then, the disease had not been confirmed in captive birds in England since February.

The UK chief veterinary officer has urged bird keepers to remain alert and practise robust biosecurity.

A map of the disease control zones can be found here.