February 2020

English bull terrier Peppa was stolen from a garden in Cardiff in December 2019 and is still missing, despite having a microchip.

4 mins

Compassionate TB advisor named Dairy Vet of the Year at the Cream Awards.

3 mins

Vet and mum who “isn’t very good at distance running” aims to rack up the miles to raise money for the charity.

3 mins

Names confirmed for 2020 RCVS council elections, with a record 13 veterinary nurses putting themselves forward for VN council.

7 mins

VNs and veterinary students looking for an exciting opportunity and adventure may find it on the Wild Coast of the Eastern Cape.

4 mins

A combination of “unprecedented demand for product and logistics issues” has resulted in a delay in receiving stock of Pentoject from Animalcare into the UK.

3 mins

“Our ability to image the entire neck in such detail has significantly improved our understanding of neck pathology and, in some cases, has led to the development of new treatments and techniques” – RCVS specialist in equine surgery Russell Parker.

5 mins

Ceva Animal Welfare Awards 2020 will see individuals and organisations recognised across 10 categories for their dedication and hard work in animal health and welfare.

8 mins

January 2020

Vet had previously been reprimanded and warned about his conduct in relation to neutering surgery and related clinical note-keeping, and communication with clients.

6 mins

As of 18 February, graduates from the University of Surrey School of Veterinary Medicine will be formerly accredited as vets by the RCVS.

4 mins

Abandoned dog found with 10cm overgrown nails and urine-soaked matted fur taken to the RSPCA's Somerset Brent Knoll Animal Centre by member of the public.

2 mins

The Vets Now “Bitesize” roadshows will visit nine UK cities, and cover the most popular and current topics in emergency and critical care.

3 mins

“We owe it to our newest veterinary surgeons to find better ways of preparing them for the complexity of clinical practice” - Stephen May, chairman of the RCVS Graduate Outcomes Working Group.

7 mins

Clare Balding opened congress before delegates got stuck into more than 50 hours of varied business and well-being CPD at Celtic Manor, south Wales.

5 mins

1CPD replaces the professional development record, and accompanies and facilitates a number of other CPD policy changes.

5 mins

“The disciplinary process had been a salutary experience and he is very unlikely to pose a risk to animals in the future or to contravene professional standards” – RCVS disciplinary committee chairman Stuart Drummond.

6 mins

Individual membership is open to veterinary clinicians, VNs and veterinary rehabilitation professionals.

3 mins

Vets, VNs and students have until 31 January to share their views on issues affecting UK pets – with the chance to win an all-inclusive annual membership to The Webinar Vet for all entrants.

5 mins

“I would like to reassure the profession that the fee rise is both a necessary piece of financial future-proofing and will also help fund current projects” – Lizzie Lockett, royal college chief executive.

3 mins

“I’d encourage everyone who’s eligible to vote to take this opportunity to elect someone who can be a strong voice for vets in their region” – BVA president Daniella Dos Santos.

4 mins