May 2016

PDSA is urging pet owners to keep their animals safe in the sun, after revealing its vets treated 29 skin cancer cases in a year.

3 mins

Equine vets and veterinary nurses who are also suitably qualified persons (SQPs) can earn 24 CPD points with a new seminar.

2 mins

Plans to build the UK's first zoo medicine and learning space open to the public have been given a royal seal of approval.

4 mins

Vets can get to the heart of cardiology matters at a special CPD event hosted by VĂ©toquinol.

2 mins

The RCVS is looking to recruit a professional development phase dean to help newly qualified veterinary graduates transition from student to working life.

2 mins

US scientists have identified the first case of multiple cats becoming infected with the H3N2 “canine flu” influenza virus, previously thought to only affect dogs.

3 mins

The AHT has received a cheque for ÂŁ58,000 following a fund-raising effort by animal lovers determined to fight canine cancer.

3 mins

Two CPD events focusing on improving marketing strategies and client communication have been announced for June.

3 mins

The two-day National Pet Show extravaganza will take place at ExCeL London this weekend.

2 mins

Dechra is to host three interactive dermatology CPD events in May and June.

2 mins

New research has shown detailed mechanics of how ostriches use their leg muscles to drive motion. The study combined existing gait data with cutting-edge computer simulations.

5 mins

The Queen has received a special message from a Battersea Dogs and Cats Home resident, following her 90th birthday.

3 mins

Tickets are on sale for BEVA Congress 2016, with association members registering before 4 August being offered "significant" discounts.

3 mins

RCVS Knowledge has announced a range of bursaries available for its Veterinary Evidence Today conference, which will be held in Edinburgh from 1-3 November.

2 mins

Two veterinary profession members completed the 26.2-mile London Marathon on 24 April, raising vital funds for charity.

3 mins

The University of Edinburgh Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies has achieved full accreditation for the next seven years.

3 mins

Archie the Bedlington terrier has been crowned winner of NOAH’s Spring In Their Step competition.

3 mins

The BSAVA has created a flexible online resource for vets to develop their practices’ professional and business skills, including integration of new graduates.

3 mins

A children's charity is almost £4,000 better off after two staff at Veterinary Business Development – the home of vettimes.co.uk – completed the London Marathon.

4 mins

April 2016

The RCVS is "delighted" with its efforts to engage with staff and make the college a vibrant and enjoyable place to work after being recognised as one of the UK's best places to work for the second year in a row.

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