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Migration change to make it harder for overseas vets

SPVS fears plans to curb legal immigration will damage functioning of sector, and calls for “collective dialogue” about Government proposals.

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First bluetongue cases outside Kent discovered

Two cattle in Norfolk have been confirmed to have the disease, although officials insist there is still no sign the virus is circulating.

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Talk to vets about vitamin supplementation, alpaca owners urged

New RVC research has indicated significant variation in how owners provide additional vitamin D to their alpacas and called for further study to establish “gold standard” practices in the area.

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Charity welcomes EU animal transport law change plan

World Horse Welfare has urged EU member states to back measures to cut the maximum journey time for animals being taken to slaughter.

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First bluetongue case is confirmed in sheep

Nine animals have now been found to have the disease since the first infection was discovered in Kent last month.

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CVS project improves senior cat hypertension screening

Scheme across 105 of its first opinion small animal practices led to number of blood pressure checks conducted in patients more than doubling.

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RSPCA plea following cat death horror

Inspectors believe the animal tied to a fence with a belt near a Cheltenham primary school was deliberately targeted.

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Kent practice wins accolade for rabbit care

Sandhole Veterinary Centre has been awarded silver level accreditation by the RWAF.

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Trio of neurology vets for Southfields

Veronica Gonzalo Nadal, Hamish Glover and Virginia Crespo join Basildon referral centre.

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Dystocia, pt 3: surgery or medical management

In the third part of his series on obstructed labour, Gerardo Poli offers tips on the medical management of dystocia and details circumstances in which immediate caesarean section is indicated.

Dystocia, pt 2: diagnostics

After outlining the indications of dystocia in part one, Gerardo Poli describes the physical checks to carry out – and explains the importance of ultrasound – in determining patient status.

Listen to your physical health

Feeling a little under the weather? Used to just “sucking it up” and carrying on regardless? RVN blogger Carly Kilby considers when “I don’t feel quite right” becomes an acceptable excuse for calling in sick.

Dystocia, pt 1: labour stages

Not knowing how to determine a true dystocia emergency can cause confusion in practice. With this in mind, Gerardo Poli’s latest series of articles will address this and other common concerns in a step-by-step manner, starting with the stages of labour.

Taking the register

Veterinary history buff Jane Davidson takes a look at the history of the RCVS register, highlighting the importance of accuracy and ensuring you complete all your paperwork with care.

Pancreatitis, pt 2: treatment and prognosis

In the second part of this series, Gerardo Poli recaps ways to treat and analyse the severity of this condition.

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.

The dreaded client complaint

Nobody likes receiving complaints, but Hubert Hiemstra claims his five-step plan can help alleviate unpleasant situations and turn them into “valuable opportunities for learning and growth”.

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Saving curlews: One Health approach to preservation

Glen Cousquer celebrates the magical call and wonder of this wader, discussing the growing worry of its future in our world.

42 mins
A practical approach to falling and fainting in small animals

Luca Ferasin and Heidi Ferasin explore causes, diagnosis and management of these episodes which can cause great distress to owners.

53 mins
Treating Dolly’s lesions: a surprising goat discovery

Author Matthew Smith details the case of Dolly the goat, whose lesions – thought initially to be a pyoderma – turned out to be something more serious…

7 mins
Endocrinology: an update on latest research into equids

Nicola Menzies-Gow shares some of the newest findings on these disorders in horses and ponies.

58 mins
Mast cell tumours, tick paralysis and weight gain after neutering

In his latest research review, Alex Gough looks at canine distichiasis, a retrospective study of cats treated with tranexamic acid and epsilon aminocaproic acid, post-neutering weight gain, and more…

18 mins
City Vets: a fictional account

Mark Turner delves into some of the issues facing the profession in the first part of a fictional story about UK practice life.

27 mins
Sustainable parasite control plans: how vets can advise farmers

Tom Warboys shares some of the ways members of the profession can help clients reduce sheep and cattle disease spread.

16 mins
Managing oncology patients – hospice and palliative care

Daniela Murgia discusses how vets can look after affected cats and dogs, their owners and themselves in such instances.

57 mins

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VN Times Podcast, Ep 41: Small animal internal medicine, with Laura...

“The first thing I would say is, don’t be put off by how much of an enormous and complicated a topic it seems, because so many people are – you don't need to know the ins and outs of every single body system to be able to give good care to your patients…”

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Eye on EBVM: VetTeamAMR can help antibiotic stewardship

Antimicrobial resistance is one of the biggest global health issues of our time. Amanda Curtis RVN, chats about her contribution to VetTeamAMR – a new initiative from charity RCVS Knowledge that helps veterinary teams improve their antimicrobial use.

14 mins
Five common misconceptions surrounding behaviour referral

Francesca Lees clears up misunderstandings she has come across while in practice.

12 mins
VN Voice: Newly qualified VNs making the leap into referral nursing

Georgia King shares her experiences in this area and the career-defining benefits it brings.

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Vet nurse training symposium: back to the future for delegates

Lantra, the leading awarding body for land-based and environmental training, shares topics covered during veterinary nursing managers Stacey Bullock and Nicky Smith’s symposium on VN training, which took place at BVNA Congress.

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Difficult to stomach scenario: small animal gastrointestinal disorders

Elin Moss discusses clinical signs, diagnosis, management and treatment options for canine and feline patients.

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Nursing respiratory conditions: management and treatment approaches

Katy Allen describes the crucial role VNs play in delivering prompt therapy and care for small animal patients.

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Keeping small animals calm – key fears and phobias in cats and dogs

Nikki McLeod outlines some main anxiety-driven behaviours in companion animals, as well as their causes, prevalence, and advice to give pet owners.

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Planning for profit: tax-efficient practices

Tax efficiency can be critical to business success, irrespective of market sector or profession. But tax can be a quagmire ready to swallow up all who become entangled with it – so, if in any doubt, seek good advice…

26 mins
Are the IT systems in your practice fit for purpose?

Most modern businesses depend on good IT infrastructure, but are your systems fit for purpose? We live in a rapidly evolving world where technology has become an indispensable tool in nearly every industry, and the veterinary sector is no exception…

24 mins

The current climate for the veterinary sector remains a busy yet challenging one. Veterinary practice … more

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This Practice Building Insight discusses laying the foundations for successful veterinary practice with ACD Projects.

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Getting the most from your practice management system

Practice management systems have come a long way since first emerging in the veterinary world 20 years ago. A plethora of systems now exist to choose from, offering a range of features, but some are more useful than others, as Oli Viner explains…

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Practice Profile: Dick White Referrals

One of the biggest names in veterinary referrals has just got bigger – a whole lot bigger. Dick White Referrals in Cambridgeshire tripled in size following the completion of an expansion project in February, and last month VBJ was invited in to take a look around…

Bonus bonds – making the most of cat microchipping

From 10 June 2024, new rules in England mean owned cats must be implanted with a microchip before they reach the age of 20 weeks old. Tammie O’Leary reviews the new legislation and looks at how veterinary practices can benefit from this animal welfare initiative…

Sustainable development: thinking ahead to boost building performance

The Government’s “Build Back Greener” strategy sets out a series of policies and proposals for making the UK economy carbon neutral by 2050. It’s a massive challenge, but by changing the way it constructs and operates its buildings, the veterinary sector can do its bit to hit that ambitious target, writes Chris Copeman.

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