March 2009

Wendy’s top tips to help clients to act in the best...

LEARNING to adapt our approach to match the needs of our clients is an important … more

9 mins

February 2009

Addressing mobility issues: tips and techniques

Donna Wills PGC A Phys, RVN, MIAAT, discusses the various different approaches that can be … more

24 mins
Flower power for orphaned elephants

Sandy Griffith RVN, BFRP, recounts her experience of treating orphaned elephants with flower remedies at … more

23 mins
Anaesthesia – are you doing all you can to ensure patient safety?

Tracy Mayne VN, VHA, CVPM, encourages nurses to challenge their approach to daily anaesthetic procedures … more

28 mins
How using capnography can help prevent anaesthetic emergencies

Amy Thorne VN, explains the main types of capnographs used and how to identify the … more

11 mins
The use of contrast media in small animal radiography

Sarah Price VN, DipAVN (Medical), discusses the substances used in x-rays and how they can … more

26 mins
Beth’s Column: a not-so-bonnie Clyde leaves lasting impression

Beth Jones veterinarian’s dog extraordinaire and super-talented canine columnist, continues her quarterly diary in this … more

11 mins
Post-hospitalisation case studies

Francesca Riccomini BSc (Hons), BVetMed, CCAB, MRCVS, DAS(CABC), presents case studies highlighting problems arising in … more

29 mins
Little Creatures 19: a change of tack

Penrose presents a tale of life and love in veterinary practice STORY so far: While … more

10 mins
Don’t give a dog a bone…

Emma Milne, BVSc, MRCVS, discusses the contentious issue of feeding non-commercial pet diets versus processed … more

22 mins

January 2009

Veterinary physiotherapy – a career development opportunity

Halina Tombs ESVPS veterinary physiotherapist, explains how VNs can achieve a recognised qualification in a … more

20 mins
OBESITY MATTERS

Information and guidance from Europe’s Weight Advisory Group on how to deal with overweight and … more

20 mins
Role of VNs within dentistry: following the rules of the law

Claire Bloor BSc (Hons), RVN, PGCE, Cert VN (Dent), C-SQP, MIfL, explains the roles and … more

32 mins
Feline kidney disease: its symptoms and management

Jennifer Wakeling VetMB, BA, CertSAM, MRCVS, explains kidney disease in cats and the important role … more

20 mins
Avoiding behaviour problems following vet hospitalisation

Francesca Riccomini BSc(Hons), BVetMed, MRCVS, DAS(CABC), CCAB on minimising stress to pets returning home from … more

25 mins
Little Creatures part 18: Josipa suffers more anguish

Penrose presents a tale of life and love in veterinary practice – as a troublesome vet finds … more

9 mins

December 2008

Gingivitis and periodontitis –  clinical signs and treatment

Claire Bloor VN, explains how to assess the severity of gingivitis and periodontitis, and examines … more

12 mins
Top five Christmas hazards for animals and VNs

Justine Thorne VN, Cert SAN, unwraps likely sources of stress, illness and injury for pets … more

14 mins
Feline gastrointestinal problems: how to spot and manage them

Ellie Mardell MA, VetMB, CertSAM, MRCVS, explores the causes and management of disorders of the … more

24 mins
Little Creatures part 17: Josipa recuperates

Penrose presents a tale of life and love in veterinary practice – this time focusing on the … more

13 mins