Fantastic news . The government scrapped plans last Friday that would have allowed large numbers of badgers to be culled for at least a decade and it is set to launch a much needed fresh review of the policy. The policy is ineffective. Farmers can now turn to focused methods to

BREAKING: Mixed news as Labour axes plans for mass culling until 2038 but existing Badger cull licences still set to continue until 2026

Plea not to dump reptiles after pythons found in Devon #AnimalCruelty bbc.com/news/articles/…

The 2024 Animal Kindness Index highlights the need to tackle animal cruelty online & on social media. Ofcom is looking for thoughts & experiences about this. We encourage anyone, parents and teachers in particular, to respond to their consultation: bit.ly/477ZJ5p

Warning: distressing content bbc.co.uk/news/articles/… Take action to ban snares ➡️ animalaid.org.uk/SnaresAction

The new boardwalk at the Hermitage is now finished and open to the public, replacing the old path that was falling into the burn. Delivered by ELGT in partnership with The City of Edinburgh Council. Edinburgh Outdoors

Hear hear! Great article about Mike. I remember the alligator story well!

‘The Vet Profession Must Condemn Intensive Pig Farming’ - Vet Record Pig welfare 🐷 - Caged breeding sows - Piglet mutilations - Squalid environments growing pigs - CO2 suffocation at slaughter Public health 💊😷 - Antimicrobial resistance - Pandemic risk doi.org/10.1002/vetr.4…

Vets call for tighter firework restrictions after zoo panda death OneKind vettimes.co.uk/news/vets-call…

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In two years, we’ve investigated nearly 150 cases of illegal puppy trade. This Christmas, our new TV campaign exposes this cruel industry and seeks urgent funds to rescue and care for vulnerable puppies. #StopPuppyFarming Read more here - bit.ly/3CtnTvM

This is why RSPCA (England & Wales) has called for changes to fireworks legislation and supports @sarahowen_ Bill and why there is a debate UK House of Commons on 9 December

🤝 Thank you to Colin Smyth MSP for being a strong supporter of all animal welfare, including a ban on the use of snares & working tirelessly in Parliament to achieve this ban. 🐾 Yesterday was a historic day for Scotland's animals with the ban on snaring in 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿coming into force.

From this week's top stories: RSPCA celebrates achievements in public sector #veterinary #animalwelfare RSPCA (England & Wales) mrcvs.co.uk/en/news-story.…

An important reminder from Scottish SPCA 🐾 and COPFS urging people to watch out for unscrupulous breeders linked to illegal puppy farming and smuggling. 👇 thetimes.com/article/1c4241…

We have several upcoming exciting events for you to attend, including our January Legal Skills Lab! Find out about our events here: buff.ly/3JxU9yb

Important points from Maurice Golden and congratulations to Christine Grahame MSP on the passage of the Welfare of Dogs (Scotland) Bill. Seven years in the making. That’s dogged!

To confirm we are not (and never were) considering banning cats!

Currently working with OneKind as Bob Elliot is moving on to pastures new! Full info in advert below! [email protected] / 07795954029. Pls share. #AnimalLovers #charity #Scotland OneKind Planet awsexecutive.com/chiefexec-for-…

With pleasure! OneKind is a great charity advocating for animals in Scotland. You’ll be relieved I’m too old to apply …