January 2023

Interacting with cats in a feline-friendly manner encompasses both physical and non-physical contact, including visual, olfactory and auditory information. International Cat Care’s Laura Watson tells us more…

7 mins

Helen Ballantyne gives an overview of the British Association of Critical Care Nurses conference, which brought human nurses and VNs together to strengthen the one health ideal.

18 mins

Thomas Choma discusses the VN’s role in educating clients on what to consider when welcoming a new pet into their home.

34 mins

December 2022

Nikki McLeod addresses fear and anxiety in companion animals, and advises on how to help keep pets calm at home and in practice.

17 mins

Kirsty Cavill explains how the vet nurse can be an OA ambassador in practice, the importance of this role, and how to manage and treat cases seen in companion animals.

36 mins

November 2022

Victoria Bowes discusses causes of these presentations in practice, the importance of swift triage and admittance, as well as nursing the patient.

35 mins

Louise Newman has taken charge of the charity’s flagship animal hospital in London.

5 mins

RCVS Knowledge – using a case example scenario – shows how, with Farm Vet Champions and the help of VNs, practice teams can better their use of antimicrobials.

18 mins

A veterinary nurse given a suspended jail term for making indecent images of children has been removed from the profession’s register, but was allowed to remain anonymous at a disciplinary hearing.

7 mins

In the latest of our Practice Champions series, Zoetis along with Kirsty Cavill discuss this disease in felids and how veterinary nurses are perfectly placed to advocate for patients, advising on how to spot the condition early and raise owner awareness.

26 mins

October 2022

Pregnancy and Baby Loss Week took place from 9 to 15 October. Sally Linghorn RVN – while sharing her personal experience – explains why discussion among veterinary nurses about this sadly common heartache is so important…

31 mins

Laura Lacey looks at how, considering all the senses, owners can help their pets cope with this annual occurrence.

35 mins

Laura George outlines what dangers to be aware of during the colder months.

49 mins

September 2022

Kirsty Cavill details how VNs are perfectly placed to advise owners on how to enhance their elderly pets’ lives and what to look out for as they reach their golden years.

34 mins

Anthony Hall RVN, also a diagnostic imaging technician, shares what it is like working in the imaging department as an equine vet nurse.

8 mins

Debbie Gray looks at a holistic approach to wound care and application in clinical practice, and explores the stages of wound healing, treatment options and the vet nurse’s role in continuity of care.

25 mins

Georgina Sharman describes the steps veterinary teams can take – both as a practice and as professionals – to reduce risk, as well as how to get ready for basic and more advanced cases…

August 2022

Exotics vet nurse Abi Edis advises on how vet nurses can ensure all animals receive the best care when presented in practice.

Having recently won an RCVS Knowledge Award for Quality Improvement, Eloise Collins, deputy head veterinary nurse at Beech House Veterinary Centre in Southampton, tells the story of her practice’s journey in improving patient safety and welfare, and how it takes a village – or a practice team – to see meaningful change happen.

Hannah Morris advises on how VNs can help owners settle in their new family members, and develop an ongoing relationship between the practice and client.

29 mins