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Live exports resume from Ipswich
Move comes after recent suspension at Ramsgate. 

A cargo of live sheep left Ipswich port on Friday night  following the recent suspension of live exports from Ramsgate, according to the RSPCA, which revealed that the ferry left Ipswich on Friday and arrived in Calais on Saturday.

The RSPCA has criticised the move to transfer live exports from Ramsgate to Ipswich while the former is suspended due to serious breaches of animal welfare, which it said amounted to "sneaking the vile trade back in through the back door."

Chief Executive for the welfare charity, Gavin Grant, warned port officials that they had a "duty of care" to the animals that were converging on the port.

Ipswich Borough Council does not have any statutory duties or powers affecting the live export of animals, and said it does not own the port. Inspections are carried out by Defra.

A Defra spokesperson said: "We take animal welfare very seriously and ideally would rather see livestock slaughtered as close as possible to where they are farmed. However, when animals are transported there are stringent rules including on fitness to travel, space allowances, ventilation and access to water and feed. These are strictly monitored and we will take swift action if they are not followed."

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Greyhound Board announces change to vaccination guidance

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 The Greyhound Board of Great Britain has published new vaccination guidance, with all greyhounds registered from 1 January, 2027 required to have the L4 leptospirosis vaccination, rather than L2.

The change comes in response to the reduced availability of the 'L2' Leptospirosis vaccine across the UK, and aims to support best biosecurity practice across the racing greyhound population.

GBGB veterinary director Simon Gower, said "While rare, Leptospirosis is a serious infectious disease that can affect both dogs and humans, so it is vital that we offer our greyhounds the broadest possible protection.  

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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.