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Resources for reducing the risk of infection from handling raw pet foods.
Chief Veterinary Officer shares advice on helping pets stay safe over Christmas
How to prevent the introduction and spread of animal disease by following good hygiene and biosecurity standards.
Animal by-products (ABPs) you can use to make pet food, how to provide samples, and how to package your products.
Pet owners urged to be wary of dangerous fake treatments discovered on e-commerce sites.
How to care for animals on farms and in transport in severe hot or cold weather, floods or drought.
Bringing pets into Great Britain: pet passports, Great Britain pet health certificates, microchipping, rabies vaccinations, travelling with assistance dogs.
Take your pet dog, cat or ferret abroad: getting a pet passport or export health certificate, microchip, vaccinations and tapeworm treatments.
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