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Owners are 'killing pets with kindness'
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Changes needed before it's too late, physios warn

A recent survey of veterinary physiotherapists, conducted by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (CSP), highlighted the need for a change in owner attitudes when it comes to pet obesity.

The survey found that 82 per cent of members of the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Animal Therapy (ACPAT) felt the major cause of pet obesity is incorrect feeding.

The majority of those participating in the survey felt that the number of overweight pets they are treating has either stayed the same over the past three years, or increased. 62 per cent said they were seeing the same proportion of obese pets, whereas 37 per cent felt the numbers were increasing.

Louise Carson, chair of ACPAT, commented: "Many owners refuse to accept that their pet is overweight, which means they continue to feed their animal too much, too often."

As a result of the findings the CSP and ACPAT are calling for owners to ensure their pet follows a better diet and a more active life, before it's too late. National Pet Month, which is now well underway, has been highlighted as an opportunity for veterinary practices to raise owner awareness of particular issues, including pet obesity.

The survey findings follow the recent PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) report, which found that over 18 million of the UK's pets could die prematurely due to unsuitable diets.

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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