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Wimbledon hawk returns
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Rufus back on patrol

An American Harris Hawk, who patrols the skies over the All England Club, has been returned to his owner after being snatched by thieves.

Rufus the hawk was stolen in his cage overnight between Thursday and Friday last week, during the first week of the tennis tournament. He was found on Wimbledon Common and handed in to the RSPCA Animal Hospital in Putney, south west London, where he was reunited with his owners.

Imogen Davis, Rufus’ owner, described her emotions over the past few days: "We were just absolutely gutted," she said. "We couldn't believe it.

"And then last night at about 7pm we had a call from someone saying they had heard a hawk had been handed in to Putney Hospital.

"We're just so relieved and overwhelmed and grateful to everyone for all their help.”

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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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Dechra launches checklist for veterinary sustainability

Global animal health specialist Dechra has announced the world's first Veterinary Green Theatre Checklist (VGTC) to help make surgery more sustainable.

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