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RCVS DC finds no ‘serious’ misconduct against vet

The RCVS disciplinary committee has ended an inquiry against a Hampshire-based vet after it found no case of “serious” professional misconduct against him – despite finding the majority of charges against him proved.

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Criticism as Scottish MSPs agree to tail docking amendment

The BVA says it is “appalled” at the vote by legislators to reintroduce the tail docking of certain classes of working dogs in Scotland.

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BEVA ‘proud’ of horse vets for safeguarding equine welfare

BEVA has defended the work equine vets do to safeguard horse welfare, stating “profit must not be confused with a lack of passion”.

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Appointment sparks new era for north-east practice

A vet appointment has hailed the start of a new era for a Northumberland town’s oldest veterinary practice.

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Brachycephalic dogs most susceptible to corneal ulceration, study proves

Research from the RVC has shown brachycephalic dogs are 11 times more susceptible to corneal ulcerative disease compared to non-brachycephalics.

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Grant for cardiovascular research announced

Cardiovascular researchers have the opportunity to apply for a project grant to help enhance knowledge around the topic.

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Vet becomes ‘dogsbody’ for kennel fund-raiser

Staff from Vets4Pets and Petplan raise hundreds of pounds for Bath Cats and Dogs Home at the charity's annual kennel lock-in.

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Think WILD to help animals in need

Veterinary staff are being encouraged to remember a simple acronym to help wildlife hospitals get animals back to the wild and avoid unnecessary captivity.

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VN first as high achiever receives top accolade

Emma Turner was nominated for the City and Guilds Medal for Excellence after achieving outstanding results for each aspect of her RVN training.

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    Client comms: pump up the volume on your social media channels

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    RVN Jane Davidson dissects some of the myths that surround the dreaded multiple choice question exams (MCQs), which are commonly used for veterinary nurse exams.

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    Don’t fear tuition fees

    Fresh out of vet school, Jordan Sinclair questions why such a big emphasis is put on fees incurred during degrees rather than the real challenge – staying afloat.

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    Nick Marsh welcomes the trend towards greater specialism in veterinary medicine, but champions the importance (and hard work) of "jack of all trades" general practitioners.

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    Jane Davidson outlines why, if you're a training practice committed to CPD, you need updated contracts in place, so all parties know what they're undertaking – including the financial costs and timescales.

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