June 2015

Why does the ‘P’ word send shivers down a vet’s neck?

Having a pig farm in the family gives me a bit of a distorted view … more

6 mins
Fortnight of firsts at practice placement

I spent a couple of weeks at a mixed practice on extramural studies. It was … more

OSCE season – the myths are out there

The final RCVS objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs) for diploma nurses will be held this month, and in July City and Guilds have theirs. CQ will also have some around the end of term, too.

6 mins

May 2015

What is normal in the veterinary world?

As veterinary students (and probably later as vets), we have a very distorted view of … more

How to survive insomnia

It’s examination time and vet students across the UK are frantically trying to fill their heads with … more

April 2015

The value of a vet degree

With the general election fast approaching, there’s been a big push to encourage 18 to … more

7 mins
Corporate feminisation

In a previous blog, I alluded to the feminisation of the profession. Here, I speak … more

Crash prevention

Following the devastating news of the Germanwings crash last week, the co-pilot’s torn-up sick note … more

7 mins

March 2015

Peer assessment in student veterinary nursing

Supporting a student nurse takes many forms. Peer assessment can save teachers time, improve students' understanding of course materials and improve their metacognitive skills.

3 mins
The unfortunate adventures of Lucky the horse

Although the UK’s fire and rescue services are not obligated to rescue a cat stuck … more

Big decisions

At the end of this month (March), my year group has to submit their choices … more

February 2015

The Doctor debate

One of the big discussion topics within the veterinary profession at the moment is the RCVS … more

January 2015

Represent, support, engage!

The AVS (Association of Veterinary Students) Congress marks one year since my involvement with the … more

What makes a good vet?

As a student on placement, I’m often in awe of the vets I’m working with. … more

December 2014

Helping the hounds of the homeless

The homeless come with a certain stigma – particularly those with pets at their side. Should we … more

Hitting the third-year wall

Everyone had heard rumours third year at veterinary school was the worst. On coming back … more

D-day

It’s that time of year again, when vet students become more competitive than ever and … more

November 2014

The view from the other side

A recent weekend at home comprised a much-needed rest and time spent with my family – … more

5 mins

October 2014

Vet School’s Got Talent

When you apply to vet school, there are certain boxes you have to tick: achieve … more

It takes two to tango

Before the full force of third year hit, the first week back at vet school … more