November 2016

Government report praises mindfulness scheme

A mindfulness scheme introduced by CVS has been used as a case study in a Government report on the issue.

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Woodcroft to celebrate 40 years with charity event

A vet practice that has been in business since 1976 will mark its 40th anniversary with a fund-raiser for a local hospice.

3 mins
Prof issues warning after rise in ‘aggressive’ cowpox cases

A lack of knowledge means vets are putting their lives at risk from an “aggressive” zoonosis found in cats.

5 mins
Petplan partners with Pets at Home

Pet insurance company Petplan and specialist pet retailer Pets at Home have announced a new insurance partnership.

3 mins
Agria appoints new head of veterinary business

Janet Hughes brings experience as a regional organiser for the VPMA to new role.

3 mins
Medivet to expand further with £10m funding

Medivet has secured a £10 million funding package from HSBC to allow the “second wave” of its acquisition strategy.

2 mins
Win a golden ticket at London Vet Show

One of the UK’s leading veterinary communication firms is urging delegates to keep their eyes open for a special golden ticket at London Vet Show.

3 mins
VPMA expands board of directors

VPMA president Renay Rickard has welcomed five new members to the association’s board.

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October 2016

RCVS to clarify CPD activities via social media campaign

The RCVS will run a social media campaign next month to address uncertainties surrounding the type of activities that can be counted towards CPD for vets and veterinary nurses.

3 mins
Willows strengthens cardiology team

Cardiology specialist Brigite Pedro has joined Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service's cardiology department in Solihull.

4 mins
Mondays worst period for missed telephone calls, data shows

One of the UK's leading telephone answering specialists has revealed the start of the week is the worst period for missed telephone calls.

4 mins
Win free place on health and safety course

Royal Canin is offering three free places on its sponsored “Working safely and legally” CPD workshop.

2 mins
Nominations sought for VMA young marketer award

The successful candidate will receive a £2,000 bursary for their ongoing marketing training and development, as well as a personal prize of £500 in cash.

2 mins
Zoetis to showcase technology at London Vet Show

Visitors to Zoetis’ stand at London Vet Show 2016 will discover how advances in technology will change the future practice of veterinary medicine.

3 mins
Practice gains platinum accreditation for bereavement training

A West Midlands practice is the first in the UK to receive platinum accreditation after its entire team completed the Compassion Understood Pet Loss Support Training Programme to assist bereaved owners.

4 mins
MP’s Alfie discovers what Willows is all about

An MP and his dog were VIP guests at a veterinary hospital that was celebrating an outstanding award for client care.

3 mins
Pets at Home opens 400th practice

The rapid growth of the Pets at Home Vet Group has continued with the opening of the firm's 400th practice on Hayling Island in Hampshire.

5 mins
Vet hospital celebrates six ‘outstanding’ PSS awards

A veterinary hospital is celebrating becoming the first in the UK to secure a maximum six “outstanding” awards in the RCVS small animal Practice Standards Scheme.

4 mins
Anderson Moores offering radioactive iodine treatment

Hampshire-based veterinary specialists Anderson Moores has opened a purpose-built feline hyperthyroid clinic.

3 mins
Vet marketeers invited to one-day VMA event

Veterinary marketeers and those with a role in promoting their practices are invited to a seminar hosted by the Veterinary Marketing Association.

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