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Pet travel laws to be relaxed
New legislation approved by European parliament

Proposals to introduce new legislation for the non-commercial transport of pets was approved by European parliament on May 23.

The changes will reportedly make it easier to travel abroad with pets, whilst tightening pet health requirements. Online information will also be made clearer for pet owners.

The new law will relax the five-pet limit for travelling across borders, allowing owners to cross borders with more than five pets if they can prove they are taking part in a competition, exhibition or sporting event.

The legislation will also clarify rules regarding pet passports and anti-rabies vaccinations. A veterinary surgeon must issue the identification documents, which should specify the transponder code, details of the anti-rabies vaccination and information on the pet's state of health.

This announcement has largely been welcomed by the RSPCA, though the charity has reiterated concerns that puppies can still be traded illegally through the pet passport system.

In a statement, the RSPCA pledged to work with the commission to end puppy trafficking, praising its proposed commitment to investigate the illegal puppy trade.

The legislation is expected to come into force 18 months after it is published in the EU Official Journal.

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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