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Gov vets study reveals well-being challenges

The data has been released in the Government Veterinarians Wellbeing Survey Results Summary, which was conducted in 2018 and received 705 responses.

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Practice builds greener future with novel recycling scheme

Team’s “ecobrick” creations “can significantly reduce the waste we send to landfill, and cut the amount of plastic that ends up littering the planet and ultimately finds its way into the sea”.

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Vet prepares for Arctic Survival Challenge

Anglesey veterinary surgeon will brave extreme terrain and conditions during the biggest challenge of her life for charity.

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First online guinea pig census launched

Burgess Pet Care hopes the initiative will put the spotlight on the plight of these popular, but often misunderstood, animals.

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Badly burned cat given clean bill of health

Vets at a practice in Cheshire have saved the live of a cat that sustained severe burns after being doused by disinfectant.

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VMD information hub launched in event of no deal Brexit

Vets urged to use resource for detailed advice and guidance on veterinary medicines regulation in the event the UK leaves the EU without a deal.

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‘Enough is enough’: RCVS VN non-compliance crackdown

Maternity leave was the main reason given for non-compliance in the the 2018 veterinary nurses CPD audit and more than 58% of respondents gave no reason at all.

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Teamwork prepares way in innovative cancer treatment

Procedure has been hailed as an example of a truly multidisciplinary approach and could act as a benchmark for future cancer care in the UK.

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Vet given key appointment at Royal Society of Medicine

It is believed this is the first time the RSM pain medicine section council has appointed a veterinary surgeon as president.

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Don’t tar all dogs with the same brush

Certain dog breeds still get a bad rap, says student Eleanor Goad, arguing that if more breeders were responsible, these negative stereotypes would be put to rest.

Pancreatitis, pt 1: diagnosis

In the first part of this series, Gerardo Poli informs how vets can spot the presenting signs of this condition in small animals.

A prayer to St Anthony

Misplacing or being unable to spot things in front of them are the most common causes of "the Vet Look", says vet nurse Jane Davidson. But you don't need St Anthony or an eagle-eyed VN to help, it just requires a simple routine.

The best things I never learned in vet school

Vet school teaches you a lot of important things in preparation for the job. But being an independent vet in the wide world can be tricky, so Ami Sawran is on hand to provide some helpful life hacks.

It’s new grad season already

Many soon-to-graduate vets will already be on the lookout for a job, so Jordan Sinclair has advice on how practices can attract this valuable asset.

Creating a transition ritual

Gerardo Poli reveals his tried and tested ritual of reseting his composure between consults and emergencies.

The internal fight between work ethics and personal beliefs

Student Charlie Jackson muses on how vets can change attitudes of the industry and the public towards farm animals – to help improve their treatment and care.

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The wild

"Wildlife aren’t pets – they’re soldiers," argues Nick Marsh, stating that wildlife medicine – like most other areas of medicine – needs to be "brutally pragmatic".

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OA treatment and management protocols – part 2: case study

Karen Perry uses a case involving a German shepherd dog to demonstrate successful treatment of this condition.

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Considering issues from first puppy or kitten health checks

Kate Parkinson discusses the importance of vaccination, worming, insurance, nutrition, neutering, spaying and gaining owner compliance.

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Rabies in Europe and pet travel following Brexit

Paul Burr, Rachel Dean and Tim Shearman – in light of the looming decision to leave the EU in March – discuss the potential impact on movement of pets.

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Severe crop burn in an African grey parrot chick

Mónica Guerrero Méndez discusses the steps taken in a case of an 11-week-old psittacine that presented with this commonly reported condition.

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Remember trusted institutions among ‘tides of change’

“Today’s graduates have the disadvantage of having to fit into the matrix we created within what largely remains as a hierarchical profession. Tomorrow’s graduates will want to change things in ways millennials are more likely to accept.”

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Reflective practice: how it can help in a veterinary setting

If reading the phrase “reflective practice” makes you roll your eyes, Kay Hamblin and Lindsay Brazil urge you to think again – and consider it an essential part of any learning culture.

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Vaccine compliance – are vets and farmers on the same page?

Sally Wilson discusses the importance of clear, concise communication between these two parties on this subject.

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Diagnosis and treatment of dysbiosis in GI disease cases

Kate Parkinson discusses new evidence on ways to manage this condition, aimed at general practitioners.

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And baby came, too

Stud vet Kayleigh Barker explains how she coped taking her eight-week-old baby along to BEVA Congress, and how she believes combining motherhood with a career is achievable.

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VN Voice: living the dream

RVN Jane Davidson reflects on how she came to land her dream job and discover a flair for writing – something that may never have come to light if life had not thrown a few curveballs...

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Wound management – innovations and techniques

Heather Kirkness refreshes readers’ understanding of dealing with tissue injuries in companion animals.

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The Consult: Dawn Gibson

VN Times hears from an RVN who, in pursuit of a bucket list ambition, took a year out of practice to embark on life-changing adventures.

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A guide to successful veterinary nurse clinics

Amie Britton, in a two-part article, explores the increasing popularity of this VN role aspect and how to run it to achieve optimum result. This month, she explains the complexities of communication and how to conduct an effective consult.

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Senior cats and dogs: tackling an age-old problem

Emma Gerrard provides an overview of what RVNs should be telling owners of older canine and feline pets.

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VN Voice: here for veterinary nurses – always

BVNA president Wendy Nevins reflects on the power – and importance – of belonging to the association’s family.

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Matt’s Masterclass: an introduction

Matthew Rendle – an RVN with more than 25 years’ experience, with a particular interest around the care and welfare of exotic species in captivity and the wild – embarks on the first of his new column series by introducing himself to readers and sharing his career journey to date.

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Practice Profile: Village Vets Crosby

It is always a tough task setting up a new veterinary practice from scratch. But some have it tougher than others – as VBJ discovered when we headed to Merseyside to visit Village Vets last month…

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Wake up and smell the coffee: why first impressions count

Focusing on four main client contact areas – exterior, interior, vibe and virtual – could make all the difference to your practice enviornment, says Dr Ernie Ward.

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Building the dream: part 1 – starting from scratch

Starting a new business is daunting, but help is always at hand. Alan Robinson explains the early considerations in setting up your own practice.

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Practice Profile: ChesterGates Veterinary Specialists

Running the referral division for one of Europe’s largest corporate practice groups can be a complicated business. VBJ discovered just how complex when we paid a visit to CVS referrals director John Innes at the ChesterGates Referral Hospital Veterinary Specialists.

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Being the boss: which partnership model comes out top?

Owning part or all of a practice is the dream for many veterinary professionals, but not everyone wants to go it alone or open something from scratch. Thankfully, there is more than one way to choose – here Tim Rayner looks at the alternative ownership options…

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Diagnostic imaging explained: the devil is in the detail

The explosion of computing power over the past 30 years has transformed the way we all lead our lives. It has also revolutionised diagnostic imaging in veterinary medicine and helped propel the science of animal health to unprecedented new heights…

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Practice Profile: The Veterinary Practice

In these days of manic corporate consolidation, it is important to remember the benefits owning your own practice can bring. So when VBJ was asked to visit an independently owned practice that is positively thriving in the face of corporate competition, we jumped at the chance.

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Skills in short supply: how to mend the recruitment crisis

Adi Nell and Erwin Höhn consider stakeholders’ likely responses to the shortages before proposing a revolutionary workforce planning framework.

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