University of Bristol’s small animal centre says it is the first vet school hospital to be part of the project, which is run jointly by Dogs Trust and the British Veterinary Behaviour Association.

Harper Adams to offer new RCVS accreditation in advanced veterinary nursing (exotic, zoo and wildlife).

The scheme is intended to help managers after a policy of paid compassionate leave was introduced earlier this year.

RVNs and SVNs are being encouraged to take part in a new national survey that closes next month.

Membership will provide free access to online journals and the association’s online learning platform, as well as discounted tickets to its annual congress.

A government minister was among the guests at an awards ceremony where two new stars of the veterinary nursing profession were honoured.

Thought to be the first in the profession, the hub includes training, CPD, resources and specific support.

Individuals from IVC Evidensia raise £6,000 for StreetVet in high-level fund-raising effort.

Appointment of Debbie Gray comes as fellow UK vet professionals head up association committees.

Inaugural VetSkill OSCEs held, making qualification more accessible for student vet nurses. 

RVN Carissa Gray, of Vets Now Macclesfield, has won the fifth annual bursary in the memory of acclaimed vet nurse Louise O’Dwyer.

BSAVA is appealing for professionals to submit “interesting or unique” case reports to be presented at its 2024 conference in Manchester next March.

Leading veterinary groups have joined forces to give evidence to the ongoing review of the sector.

Organisers of the new project hope to develop a single place where VNs can connect with inspirational colleagues elsewhere.

The Dog Control Coalition has called for greater clarity about how owners who want to keep their pets can do so within the forthcoming new law.