War of words erupts between group behind Valley Vets and British Veterinary Union after 94% of its members at practice vote in favour of taking industrial action.
Clinicians at the University of Surrey said some colleagues had come to “dread” surgeries because of bleeding problems, as they urged vets to share their own experiences in a new survey.
The college has published its annual report for 2023 including reflections on how the scrutiny of external regulators has re-emphasised the professions’ wider social role.
Likes of Dogs Trust and The Kennel Club Charitable Trust are among those leading the way on dog-centred health research, for instance, on breed-specific disease around conformation.
Outlawing of the breed this year brought additional pressures to sector, led to disagreements in teams and saw some at the centre of abuse from angry owners – so having policies in place is key.
Christianne Glossop, former chief vet in Wales, urges Animal Welfare Foundation discussion forum delegates to more actively promote successes instead of reacting to more negative stories.
Tens of thousands of people have signed a new petition demanding “transparency and fairness” in the veterinary sector, despite senior figures insisting practices are already delivering.
Research unveiled at the VMG’s 2024 congress revealed a majority of participants felt they had little or no understanding of financial performance assessment or strategic planning.
