March 2022

This International Women's Day, head of nursing services at Northwest Veterinary Services Kathryn Latimer Jones wants to empower women who left the profession to become mothers to return, saying it is “absolutely possible” to be both an RVN and parent.

15 mins

February 2022

Emma Gerrard outlines the conditions to be aware of, and the vet nurse’s role in patient management.

49 mins

Profoundly deaf veterinary nurse Meghan Durno shares her experiences and offers advice on how to support hard-of-hearing co-workers and pet owners.

54 mins

Alex John discusses the importance of microchipping, vaccinating and insuring pets, and how VNs can support clients.

37 mins

January 2022

In the second of a two-part series, Helen Rooney looks at the VN’s role in preparing and administering the blood product.

25 mins

International Society of Feline Medicine vet Nathalie Dowgray explains why vet nurses play a key role in aiding the diagnosis of this condition in cats.

7 mins

Nicola Lakeman offers advice on how to deliver invaluable clinics for clients and practices.

23 mins

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

BVNA senior vice-president Jo Oakden shares the hopes of the VN Futures Diversity, Inclusion and Widening Participation Working Group – and how people can become a representative.

10 mins

December 2021

James Russell BVetMed, MRCVS, BVA senior Vice-president, reflects on the highs and lows of being on call during the festive period as a #TeamVet member.

11 mins

April Murphy RVN, considers toxic temptations, household hazards and routine changes – and what to do if disaster strikes.

34 mins

Rebecca Woodhouse highlights how to make an early diagnosis, as well as treatment and management of various eye problems.

44 mins

Kim Rathbone shares her journey to BVNA council and excitement for the next three years.

5 mins

Kirsty Cavill explains how to identify and manage this type of abrupt affliction, which breaks through associated medications.

32 mins

November 2021

April Louise Murphy discusses the care of these popular pets, including housing, nutrition and common ailments.

17 mins

Celebrating 60 years of veterinary nursing, RCVS Knowledge looks back on the earliest days of the profession and shares treasures from its archives.

30 mins

Megan Brashear discusses how an appropriate fluid therapy plan is an important element of a successful anaesthetic event, and the steps teams can take both before and during procedures to ensure a smooth experience.

30 mins

Leanne Dobrowolski describes the role physical therapy plays in a multimodal approach to treatment of these patients, and why communication is key to success.

26 mins

As we all have adapted to life under Covid-19, RVN Charlotte Thomas worked closely with her practice team to assess the efficacy of their admissions process by running a clinical audit – and what a difference it made...

14 mins

Sarah Ramsden discusses managing periodontal disease – looking at nurse clinics, puppy and kitten health checks, and advising clients.

33 mins