Laura Lacey

Laura LaceyLaura Lacey RVN, ESVPS NCert(AnBeh), CertVN ECC, ISFM CertFN, C&G CertSAN, BVNA CertVNDent, C-SQP, A1, Dip Pheromonatherapy, Dip Leadership and Management, qualified as a VN in 2004, and has worked in first opinion, referral, charity and emergency clinics, as a locum, as a groom in Germany and as a VN in Spain. Her passion lies in preventive health care, which is why she has continued her education focusing on nutrition, dentistry and behaviour.
Laura was awarded Blue Cross Veterinary Nurse of the Year in 2015.She works at College Glynllifon in north Wales as a lecturer and assessor for the Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing.

October 2022

Firework fears: preparing pets for Bonfire Night

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

35 mins

June 2022

What to do about worms – how can vet nurses help owners?

Laura Lacey looks at the main species of this parasite, including their life cycles, and explains how veterinary nurses can assist in educating clients.

January 2022

Companion animal diets: helping pet owners choose correctly

Laura Lacey looks at nutrients essential and offers advice on understanding food labels, as well as how to aid clients in picking feed appropriate to their cat or dog’s life stage.

43 mins

February 2021

An age-old problem – caring for senior cats and dogs

Laura Lacey details the disease processes that can affect small animal patients as they get older, and the importance of sharing with owners what is normal and what is not.

39 mins

November 2020

Tricky ticks and formidable fleas: fighting a year-round battle

Laura Lacey explains the importance of encouraging owners to treat these parasites throughout the year and how to do this.

30 mins

January 2020

Weighing in on obesity – approaching the topic with clients

Laura Lacey offers practical advice on tackling this common, and often difficult, issue.

28 mins

November 2019

Brushing up on dentistry – from education to client advice

Laura Lacey details how educational opportunities, approaches, aftercare and nutrition have a part to play in improving pets’ dental health.

36 mins

September 2019

Animal nutrition – making it easier for owners to digest

Laura Lacey shares feeding strategies VNs can give to clients for optimum pet health at different life stages.

37 mins

January 2019

Broadening your career: CPD to postgraduate and beyond

Laura Lacey provides readers with an overview of the various routes to becoming a VN, what each can offer, and career progression and diversification opportunities once qualified.

33 mins

March 2018

Addressing acting out – ways of helping pets to keep calm

Laura Lacey RVN, ESVPS NCertAnBeh, DipPheromonatherapy, CertVNECC, ISFM CertFN, C&G CertSAN, BVNA CertVNDent, C-SQP, A1, explores ways to aid anxious animals, both in the veterinary practice and at home. Reviewed by Andrew McVey BVSc, MRCVS.

36 mins

February 2018

Obesity in small animals – achieving owner understanding

RVN Laura Lacey urges VNs to talk, talk and talk some more about this potentially tricky problem in pets.

50 mins

December 2017

‘Tis the season: highlighting festive hazards for pets

RVN Laura Lacey talks vet nurses through potential dangers pets can encounter during the Christmas period, and what to advise owners regarding prevention strategies.

47 mins

March 2017

Managing fleas and ticks – consider together or separately?

RVN Laura Lacey discusses whether treatment for these two ectoparasites should be addressed at the same time – rather than apart – by VNs and, in turn, their clients.

24 mins

January 2017

Geriatric cats and dogs – vet nurse’s role in old age pet care

RVN Laura Lacey discusses common symptoms associated with elderly canine and feline patients, plus advice for VNs to adopt and share with owners.

40 mins

January 2016

Dog separation anxiety: telltale signs and helping owners

Laura Lacey looks at causal factors, behaviour meanings and therapy options in relation to negative emotions experienced in dogs when home alone.

37 mins