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A rise in new 'it' dogs
Malamutes and Huskies are new 'status' dogs

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home has reported a 40 per cent increase in the number of Alaskan Malamutes and Siberian Huskies being abandoned at its doors, leading to concern that these breeds are becoming the next must-have "status" dogs in inner city areas.

Huskies and Malamutes are known for their ability to ran vast distances, and it is believed that they are being bought by people with little understanding of their needs or welfare.

Already this year, the charity has taken in over 60 Huskies and Malamutes, and is urging would-be dog owners not to buy dogs on impulse and to choose a breed based not on looks, but what best suits their lifestyle.

Liz McWalter, Head of Intake at Battersea, said: "Huskies and Malamutes are very intelligent working breeds and need lots of space and exercise. Because they are working dogs, bred for a specific purpose, they have a very strong instinct to run. They should only be let off the lead in controlled environments and in cities like London this poses a serious dog control problem if they are in the wrong hands."

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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.