June 2021

Webinar will cover research process and progression of a study, which aims to help veterinary professionals and owners provide the best care for senior dogs.

5 mins

Previously, members of British Veterinary LGBT took part in marches across the country to mark Pride Month, but this year are making themselves known through the hashtag #ShowYourVetPride.

7 mins

An increase in demand, coupled with a lack of awareness among new pet owners, has led to a shortage of donated tissues to assist in the repair of dogs and cats.

6 mins

Elderly bird has eyesight saved after veterinary surgeons treat debilitating cataracts and ulcers.

5 mins

Tim Charlesworth of Eastcott Referrals in Swindon will take part in the Race to the Stones challenge on 10 July to raise money for Cancer Research UK.

4 mins

Vets needed to trial updated website that now provides enhanced functionality when applying for certificates and enables accessibility from mobile devices.

2 mins

Members of RCVS council agree to adopt recommendations – first put forward in Legislation Working Party report – that, if implemented, could lead to biggest reforms since 1966 Veterinary Surgeons Act.

6 mins

Queen recognises members of the profession in 2021 birthday honours. 

4 mins

Biggest UK veterinary groups defend cost decisions as calls for an investigation into rising bills and pricing policies snowball.

11 mins

The ProfCon Investigation Support service is a free source of emotional support for vets and vet nurses who find themselves being scrutinised by the college.

7 mins

Vet Sustain has produced a checklist graphic to help veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses change their working practices and reduce their impact on the environment.

5 mins

VetCT is offering free access to its new specialist support app to all new graduates for three months.

5 mins

Five-year-old Staffordshire bull terrier-cross walking again after vets gave him 50-50 chance following operation to correct a severe intervertebral disc extrusion.

6 mins

Researchers at the veterinary school have launched a survey after seeing an unprecedented spike in cats across the UK presenting with the symptoms of pancytopenia.

9 mins

Study highlighted by BSAVA ahead of World Environment Day shows the use of conservative flow technique could reduce the use of anaesthetic gases by up to 63%.

5 mins

Richard Stephenson was elected back on to RCVS council in 2020, following a stint from 2008-16, and has cited personal reasons for the decision.

2 mins

Gerhard Putter led a team of vets to perform a root canal treatment on seven-year-old Bengal tiger at Lincolnshire Wildlife Park.

7 mins

Members of the professions invited to attend the day, which is the RCVS’ annual meeting, on 9 July – with RCVS honours and awards to be presented in September.

3 mins

Ceva Animal Health, manufacturer of Douxo S3 range, is hosting two CPD series to provide information to vets and VNs.

2 mins

Research by RVC and University of Veterinary Medicine Hanover shows owners want focus on issues that impact their pet’s daily life, while vets prioritise clinical issues and management strategies.

10 mins