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VN research bursary launches

A £1,000 bursary is available, with additional prizes of £1,000 and £500 for the best research project presentations at the MSD Animal Health Research Bursary Awards Day.

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RVC research probes anal sac disorder prevalence

New study explores frequency, prevalence and treatment of problems in various dog breeds, aiming to redress shortfall in evidence-based information on disorders.

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Behaviour Q&A session dates set

Fellowship of Animal Behaviour Clinicians has event planned for 6 April, with more on the way.

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Lucy Cooke unveiled as third BSAVA keynote

Award-winning explorer, researcher, presenter and best-selling author revealed as third keynote at BSAVA Virtual Congress.

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Silver service for cats at Kentdale

Cumbrian small animal hospital earns Silver Cat Friendly Clinic status from International Society of Feline Medicine.

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Six vets sworn in at virtual ceremony

RCVS formally welcomes overseas-educated surgeons to UK register at online statutory membership exams admissions ceremony.

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Jip, Jip hooray: surgeons solve vascular ring anomaly

Wear Referrals in County Durham carries out rare and intricate surgery on 15-week-old cocker spaniel that couldn’t keep down solid food.

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Guinea Pig Awareness Week website goes live

Organisers urge veterinary practices to get behind the inaugural campaign as its website goes online.

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New regulations needed to ‘burst brachy bubble’

Online audience of vets, dog breeders and welfarists believes urgent action is required to curb the activities of canine fertility clinics that have sprung up to satisfy the public demand for puppies from flat-faced dog breeds.

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Eat, sleep, vet, repeat

As COVID restrictions continue, Jordan Sinclair draws some comparisons between lockdown life and being an on-call vet, and the perpetual on-call-like state she finds herself in.

How to approach the bleeding patient, part 2

In the second of his four-part series on coagulopathy, Gerardo Poli covers the physical exam and primary versus secondary coagulopathies.

What’s in a name? The story of Edward and Albert

Jane Davidson introduces us to a mass named Albert and explains why, in this case, it wasn't necessary to know its scientific name or aetiology.

How to approach the bleeding patient, part 1

In the first of a four-part series, Gerardo Poli describes how to form a likely diagnosis when presented with a bleeding patient – starting with history and signalment.

The other side of the consult table, part 1

Vet student Eleanor Goad realises how difficult it is to relinquish control and accept being on the client’s side of the stainless steel platform – and wonders if it’s as difficult for those in other professions.

Silver linings in a blue January

The fallout of coronavirus means the traditional “Blue Monday” seems to have extended indefinitely this year, which has left Jordan Sinclair trying to find the silver lining in the darkest of clouds.

Lymphocytes, part 4: further tests (PARRty time)

Nick Marsh completes his quartet of blog posts on lymphocytes by delving into three additional tests used in veterinary medicine to help diagnose lymphoma or lymphoid leukaemia.

Email etiquette

Jane Davidson explains why she's begun to make changes to the way she treats the contents of her inbox, and shares why she has taken inspiration from the past to shape her future communications.

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Helping horse owners minimise parasitic disease risk in animals

With three-quarters of horse owners wanting to know more about preventive health care, according to one survey, opportunities for vets to provide more information do exist. In this piece, Zoë Gratwick provides practical advice that can be passed on to horse owners on parasite prevention.

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Therapeutics in the management of obesity and obesity-related laminitis

An increasingly worrying problem in equids, as in other animals, obesity and the accompanying laminitis it causes are probed by the author, who delves into management options.

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Equine asthma – a full review of respiratory problems and causes

Equine asthma is a fairly recent description for a syndrome of chronic allergic airway inflammation. Sarah Gough provides a full review of a dynamic and changing area of equine medicine, including any innovations in treatment options.

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Summer allergies – getting ready for arrival of seasonal ills in...

Imogen Johns discusses conditions that can cause significant welfare issues in affected horses, with a look at clinical signs, treatment and prevention.

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Musculoskeletal disorders: types, causes, diagnostics and treatment

Ann Derham looks at musculoskeletal disorders, which cover a wide range of diseases and problems, in this article from the spring 2021 issue of Vet Times Equine.

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Nutrition: helping farmers in the pre and post-weaning periods

Phil Elkins BVM&S, CertAVP(Cattle), MRCVS discusses opportunities for vets to engage with clients to improve their stock’s health, welfare and productivity.

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Association between canine body condition and lifespan

Alex German BVSc, PhD, CertSAM, DipECVIM-CA, SFHEA, FRCVS looks at a study on this in pet dogs, plus weight loss benefits and a prevention strategy for those not overweight.

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Flea control breakdown

Ian Wright BVMS, BSc, MSc, MRCVS, discusses the latest evidence on this issue and if its cause is due to resistance or lack of owner compliance.

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Communicating with customers

Nicola Ackerman PGDip, RVN, CertSAN, CertVN ECC, VTS(Nutrition), offers advice on how to master the art of talking to reluctant clients, and the importance of this “soft skill” in gaining compliance.

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Managing canine stress levels: dietary approach

Val Strong, Karen Marsh, Ross Tiffin and Christine Ward explore how a novel form of dog food may help with stress and anxiety in these animals.

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Eye on EBVM: staying on top of evidence, your way

Whatever kind of nurse you are, evidence-based veterinary medicine can help you provide the best possible care for the animals in your trust – and RCVS Knowledge has a variety of free resources to help you do just this.

Amy Henson considers the motivations behind food treats and how it affects dogs, advising mindfulness as Christmas approaches.

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Respiratory disorders and diseases – diagnosis and treatment

Jessica Beckett discusses emerging options for treating a variety of such conditions presenting in cats and dogs.

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Man’s best friend: how dogs reduce stress and anxiety

Vedrana Nikolic discovers how owning a dog aids human well-being in difficult times.

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VN Happy Hour October 2020 – full event recording

If you weren’t able to join us for our first VN Happy Hour – the … more

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OA and joint pain: providing patient care during a pandemic

Nicola Ackerman explains how vet nurses can ensure patients are getting the best level of care amid COVID-19 restrictions.

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How to win the battle against burnout

Burnout is known for its impact on individuals, but it can also significantly influence business success – affecting client satisfaction, care quality and staff retention. Here Mark Turner, with RCVS Knowledge, sets out simple strategies managers can use to tackle this issue...

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Surgical advancement: be ready for the next five years

In a three-part series, vets and tech consultants Guen Bradbury and Greg Dickens have been exploring communications, smart diagnostics and smart surgery. In their final article, they estimate the profession’s surgical needs in the next five years and explain how all of us can learn to select the right tools for our practice…

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Marketing to millennials: what your practice needs to know

Given their spending power, millennials deserve the attention of your veterinary practice. This generation – born between 1980 and 2000 – is 13 million strong in the UK, and it’s finding the right mix of authenticity and technology that will bring them to your consult room...

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The VMG has reviewed and rebuilt its flagship qualification to ensure it remains at the forefront of 21st century veterinary leadership. Here, the association explains the reasons for this and what it means for the sector.

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Clients are always right… if you have the right clients

In 1909, Harry Gordon Selfridge, the founder of Selfridge’s department store, invented the phrase “the customer is always right”, which was immediately adopted by other businesses and used as a standard. The intentions were good, but things have changed a great deal during this past century – and particularly in the past nine months…

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Three practices share their experiences with the veterinary solutions provider.

Leading the organisation through a pandemic has been a big job for president Anna Judson, but it’s a job she has clearly relished as SPVS has adapted and evolved to the fast-changing demands of the situation...

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VAT: value added tactics to boost your bottom line

Coronavirus has changed the world – and it has also changed what clients expect from their veterinary practice. Change is often a scary thing, but with a planned and pragmatic approach, your practice can survive and even thrive in a post-COVID world...

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