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11/11/2009 The Friesian horse: a "black pearl"

Without a doubt, the Netherlands' most celebrated breed of horse is the pitch-black Friesian, with its flowing mane and distinctive proud...

27/07/2009 'Contact lenses' from east Germany for lions, tigers and bears

The innovative technology helps to save animals that go blind from cataracts.

01/07/2009 Have pet, will travel

Dogs make the best holidaying companions, but careful planning is needed.

20/06/2009 Veterinary science gets increasingly human

Blood analysis, echoscope, physiotherapy and acupuncture: in the Zuidplas Animal Clinic in Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel, pets get the best care...

03/04/2009 Do animals have rights?

A few weeks back, Radio Netherlands World aired a story about the right to have a pet. That programme got a lot of listener response, so rnw...

08/03/2009 Across the globe, DNA testing for dog poop gaining traction

Are forensic dog-poop units the answer to cities' waste management problems? One lawmaker in eastern Germany certainly hopes so.

23/12/2008 Police hit squad to target animal rights activists

Extreme animal rights activists will be targeted by a specialist team of policemen, intelligence agents and the ministery of Justice.

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Healthcare in the Netherlands

Healthcare in the Netherlands

Here’s a current guide to health insurance, doctors, dentists and pharmacies.

Dutch immigration and residency regulations

Dutch immigration and residency regulations

Lost in the Dutch immigration system? Look no further than this guide compiled for our Survival Guide 2009.

The Netherlands at a glance

The Netherlands at a glance

Some basic facts and figures about living and working in the Netherlands.

Giving birth in the Netherlands

Giving birth in the Netherlands

The challenges and benefits of the maternity system in the Netherlands and how it differs to other countries.