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New features announced for Crufts 2013
Canine professionals to benefit from new Career Zone

A new flagship stand is to be present at this year's Crufts, taking place from 7th-10th March. The Career Zone will include a new programme of seminars, careers advice and mentoring for all those working with dogs. The stand is being hosted by the Kennel Club Accredited Instructor scheme (KCAI) in partnership with Purina PRO PLAN.

One of the key features will be a lecture theatre offering hour-long professional development lectures, delivered by industry experts and covering a wide range of subjects aimed at benefiting anyone who works with dogs. Topics include important aspects of rescue and re-homing, assistance dogs, dog wardens, dog training and canine behavioural theory. As these are aimed at contributing to a programme of continual professional development, attendance certificates will be included.

Another feature is the KCAI Expert Advice panel, where industry experts will be offering advice to those who are interested in a career with dogs, or existing professionals hoping to develop their careers. The Career Zone panel will offer advice to dog trainers, veterinary nurses, dog wardens, canine therapists, and those working with assistance dogs, and rescue and re-homing. Purina PRO PLAN will also be delivering lectures on various aspects of nutrition, and providing further advice on a one-to-one basis.

A range of additional benefits will be available to KCAI members, including access to the exclusive KCAI Lounge, educational resources, one-to-one mentoring sessions and group workshops.

Judith Nicholson, recommendation manager for Purina PRO PLAN said: “KCAI is the UK’s independently recognised stamp of quality for those delivering the highest standards of care and advice to dog owners and we are delighted to be working in partnership with KCAI to launch the Career Zone at Crufts."

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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.