“Our amazing people are core to our success and investing in them… is vital to make sure we attract and retain talented vets, vet nurses and support teams” – Duncan Phillips, UK and Ireland chief executive.

Emma Paul was not directly involved in the surgery to repair a damaged cranial cruciate ligament, but her role was essential as she used her sign language skills to communicate with the dog’s deaf owner.

Sharp increase in imports of both dogs with cropped ears and declawed cats, fall in rescue centre adoptions and big rise in owners with no experience all noted in PDSA’s 2022 report.  

The video, which Davies said aimed to bring to life how much nurses loved their jobs, has been viewed 132,000 times on social media, and continues to be liked and shared worldwide.

Scientists from the University of Liverpool analysed nearly 200 faecal samples for the study, and its authors believe their findings should be used to advise owners of the potential risks of raw feeding.

This was the centre’s first full inspection as a training provider, which, it said, makes this grade particularly special and a superb achievement.

The new facilities – partially funded by the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development – include a spacious lecture room, library, clinical skills teaching area and wet lab.

The team at Wear Referrals is celebrating further sustainability success after being awarded the highest certification possible by Investors in the Environment.

The congress, set to take place on 1 September, is a one-day virtual event that will explore advanced professional practice, focusing on advanced veterinary nursing skills and knowledge.

The charity’s award recognises the dedication of the country’s vet nurses and their invaluable support to their veterinary teams, the nation’s pets and pet owners.

Throughout June, the VN Diversity, Inclusivity and Widening Participation Working Group is championing its inspirational role models.

Guidance intended for people who have been affected by the suicide of a veterinary professional, people who support those who have been affected, and for those working to prevent suicide.

RVN’s key responsibilities will be to oversee the nursing team and work with the rest of the senior leadership team to ensure smooth running of the practice.

Improve International is offering the scholarship on its Emergency and Critical Care training programme.

“The aim is to fully support the progression of our team members at all levels, aiding their career progression and providing a clear pathway” – Eve Griffiths, clinical nursing manager at Broadway.

“The role of the RVN is changing and evolving so quickly; their role in clinic is now much broader than it traditionally was as regulations have changed. It’s hard to look back and comment; however, I can say that I believe RVNs deserve this salary for the work they do in our clinics now” – Ciara McCormack, Medivet.

Initiative aims to help train veterinary managers and leaders on mental health issues in the workplace.