Vet Times articles

The latest veterinary content produced by Vet Times, covering topics such as Companion animal, Equine, Exotics, Farm animal, Welfare and General.

March 2019

Clinical research: juggling it with the veterinary day job

In the latest in a series of Veterinary Times Choices career case studies, Tim Potter outlines his career moves and how he became interested in veterinary research, offering advice to vets thinking of doing the same.

18 mins

February 2019

Rabies in Europe and pet travel following Brexit

Paul Burr, Rachel Dean and Tim Shearman – in light of the looming decision to leave the EU in March – discuss the potential impact on movement of pets.

27 mins
Remember trusted institutions among ‘tides of change’

“Today’s graduates have the disadvantage of having to fit into the matrix we created within what largely remains as a hierarchical profession. Tomorrow’s graduates will want to change things in ways millennials are more likely to accept.”

18 mins
Reflective practice: how it can help in a veterinary setting

If reading the phrase “reflective practice” makes you roll your eyes, Kay Hamblin and Lindsay Brazil urge you to think again – and consider it an essential part of any learning culture.

22 mins
Interventional radiology part 2

Kate Tunley, in the final part of this article – part one having been written by Gerard McLaughlan (VT48.37) – recounts case presentations where such techniques were used.

9 mins
VETgirl’s quest to offer CPD for vets on the go

Justine Lee has gone from C-grade student to veterinary surgeon and online education trailblazer. She spoke to Holly Kernot about her own work-life balance experiences and how she is helping others.

26 mins
Sunshine and surgery spurred skill direction

Veterinary Times talks to RCVS equine specialist Jonathan Anderson on how he has directed his professional career in surgery, advice for vets and areas still to be developed.

25 mins
Human-wildlife conflict issues in Botswana

Morven Ferrigan discusses how humans and wild animals in this African country coexist.

26 mins

January 2019

Survive versus thrive

Regular Veterinary Times contributor David Beeston – a first opinion small animal general practitioner, who documented his transition from student to new grad through his monthly column, Grad Expectations – now shares his experiences as a no-longer-new-but-recent graduate.

24 mins
Sea turtle surgery in the Maldives

Stewart Bedford reports on his visit to the Olive Ridley Project and the work it does to help injured turtles living near the islands.

22 mins
Soft palate prolapse in a camel

Jack Reece details a case where a male camel presented with this complaint and how it was solved.

24 mins
Taking the stand: preparing yourself for time in the box

If you are considering a stint as an expert witness in court, good training is recommended. Peter Edmondson discusses an annual conference on the subject in London.

20 mins
V:SGD offers options for career inspiration

Vets: Stay, Go, Diversify launched its own live event in London in 2018 and capped the year with a Vet Futures award. Founder Ebony Escalona explains the group's background and future mission.

12 mins
From practice to office: choosing and conquering industry switch

William Peel, product manager at TVM UK, discusses the career choices he made in switching from clinical practice to an animal health role – and offers advice to others.

34 mins
Equine Ski-PD 2018: experiences of a congress speaker

Ahead of the 11th staging, vet Carolyne Crowe, performance coach and resilience and leadership trainer for VDS Training, discusses the ski and CPD event’s 10th.

17 mins
Time remains for welfare award nominations

Anyone considering nominating a colleague or team for the Ceva Animal Welfare Awards 2019 – presented on the eve of BSAVA Congress – has until 25 January.

4 mins

December 2018

Brexit: what it may mean for animal welfare and vet profession

Writing ahead of the crucial House of Commons vote, in a comment piece Olivia Bridge – content writer and political correspondent at the Immigration Advice Service – looks at some of Brexit’s potential implications for the veterinary sector.

19 mins
Gig economy: how it applies to the modern day veterinary profession

The term is now in the dictionary, and vet Ben Simpson argues the gig economy is alive and well in today’s profession. But is that a good or bad thing?

19 mins
There may be trouble ahead

Chanticleer looks at some of the areas of uncertainty affecting the profession and wider world.

17 mins
Vet internships: expectations and important considerations

They can be rewarding, but internships require a considerable investment of time, as well as strength. Tessa Cornell looks at what to think about ahead of choosing an internship.

20 mins