November 2016

Lintbells rings the changes

Company restructures its veterinary team by making three high-profile promotions.

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Cats get the cream at Severn Vets

Staff at the Severn Veterinary Centre have been celebrating after one of their sites was named a gold standard cat friendly practice.

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Anderson Moores celebrates decade of growth

Hampshire-based veterinary specialists Anderson Moores marked 10 years in business with a black tie gala dinner at Southampton FC’s St Mary’s Stadium.

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Lines crossed over pet health advice service

A new nationwide pet health advice line that promises to “make unnecessary trips to the vet a thing of the past” has been launched for a monthly subscription fee of £4.50.

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Full steam ahead following Pets at Home relocation

The rapidly expanding Pets at Home Group has moved its support office base to new premises big enough to house its 140-strong team and accommodate future growth.

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Zoetis to help boost charity’s volunteer numbers

The animal health company has teamed up with Pets as Therapy to raise awareness of the charity's work as well as help boost the number of volunteers.

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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.

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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.

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Petplan partners with Pets at Home

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

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Agria appoints new head of veterinary business

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Willows strengthens cardiology team

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

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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.

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Win free place on health and safety course

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

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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.

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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.

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