Stronger together

August
2016

RVN Jane Davidson extols the virtues of unity, teamwork and strength in numbers, as well as revealing a big secret...

14 mins

July
2016

Jane Davidson offers a short introduction to the #VNFutures project and urges veterinary nurses to get involved and help shape the future of their industry.

9 mins

Anything you say: defining mental health

Just because you like things neat and tidy, it doesn't mean you have OCD. Jane Davidson believes the incorrect use of terms that describe mental illness undermines the seriousness of such conditions.

8 mins

June
2016

No harm infection control

Like most RVNs, I like a good clean. This is never at home though, obviously – it's all about a sparkling work place. I love to smell disinfectant and have everything shiny, especially a ward.

9 mins

Obesity – getting to the truth

Pet obesity is back in the news. Apparently our pets are getting fatter faster than ever. We all know the health issues related to this and a bit of the psychology.

9 mins

May
2016

RVN debate: nurse or not?

Blogger Jane Davidson RVN emphasises the importance of using the correct terms when referring to your ‪‎veterinary‬ colleagues – particularly on practice websites.

6 mins

Clients’ perception of pain in their pets

The fact that animals feel physical pain just like we do can be difficult for some people to understand – but when the evidence is staring you straight in the face (or even trying to bite your hand), why can people still not see it?

12 mins

April
2016

RVN awareness: promoting the profession

Jane Davidson offers a few ideas for making the most of Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month, an initiative created to raise awareness of the vital role played by veterinary nurses in animal care and treatment.

9 mins

Crufts and conformation: a confession

Part of this blog went out on my Facebook page on the night of the 2016 Crufts final, fuelled by sadness and prosecco – never a good combo!

8 mins

March
2016

Patient checks: OOH by another name

My blog posts are generally written in an attempt to provide a balanced view on VN and industry issues or to get your opinions on certain subjects. Well, let’s forget that for today – I’m getting off the fence…

10 mins

To scruff or not to scruff – do we handle cats well?

How well we know our patients helps us handle them with the minimum amount of … more

8 mins