Holly Kernot graduated from Middlesex University in 2009 with a First Class BA(Hons) in Journalism. She went on to attain the National Council for the Training of Journalists news writing exams before securing my first job as a newspaper reporter in Yorkshire.
Holly worked as a PR officer for a variety of charities and organisations including the NHS and Yorkshire Wildlife Trust before returning to reporting at VBD.
Former editor Holly Kernot catches up with Jane Davidson, who chats about her career journey so far, becoming an author and embarking on a PhD looking at the history of the veterinary profession.
The Facebook group Vet MINDS has been created to offer support to those in the profession affected by pregnancy loss, infertility, stillbirth and infant loss.
The new policy, delivered by trusted practitioners and supported by Government, would enable vet-led teams to access all the tools required to tackle the disease.
Taught by Action on Hearing, the course was well attended by members of the clinical and client care team at Northwest Veterinary Specialists in Cheshire.
College of Animal Welfare’s 2020 event to take place on 16 and 17 March at East of England Arena and Events Centre in Peterborough, offering up to 12 hours of CPD.
Students from University of Edinburgh’s Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies reveal naked truth in variety of Scottish locations in aid of city charity.
Recognition of Achievement awards, from iCatCare and ISFM, presented to students who have gained highest level of achievement on charity's distance learning courses.
Megan Sutton, who has just completed a VN foundation degree at Askham Bryan College, scoops James Herriot Foundation Trust award in recognition of her work.
Richard Clutton, a diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia, believes owners are increasingly putting pressure on vets to consider options other than euthanasia.
“I will also be running in memory of a dear friend; an incredible woman and fantastic vet who, two years ago, lost her battle with depression and she ended her own life." – Sarah Dawson.
RVN Isobel Cook aims to collate case studies and petition signatures highlighting fear and suffering of pets from fireworks – and ultimately halt pyrotechnic sales.
Research reveals some pets could be being exposed to as many as 3,285 cigarettes per year, despite a majority of owners knowing their habit can be harmful to their pets.
Lyndsay Hughes, operations and nursing manager at Drove Veterinary Hospital in Swindon, hopes online and face-to-face support programme will help colleagues in leadership roles.
VetPartners becomes first veterinary group in the UK to set up a school of equine nursing, at Liphook Equine Hospital, offering block-release City and Guilds diploma.
Hour-long session at congress on Saturday (12 October) at 10am will provide an update on maximising vet nurses, creating a sustainable workforce and one health.
The president of the Association of Veterinary Surgeons Practising in Northern Ireland wants legislative support to eradicate bovine viral diarrhoea so the profession can focus on tackling diseases such as Johne's and bTB.
BEVA and BSAVA survey reveals nearly half of UK vets are considering looking for a new job, with the most common factors cited including work-life balance, management, working hours and salary.