September 2020

As a new or recent graduate, the prospect of taking an EMS student under your wing may seem daunting. But David Charles thinks you’re one of the best people in practice to guide the vets of the future…

14 mins

August 2020

Five vet students and an RVN receive ÂŁ1,000 each for research projects, with one of them poised to receive an additional ÂŁ1,000 for best presentation and runner-up ÂŁ500.

5 mins

College creates VN training centre at Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service, with applications open to study VetSkill Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing at new facility.

6 mins

Universities offering veterinary science, medicine and dentistry have had caps on student numbers lifted following Government’s A-level U-turn.

5 mins

Thinking back to her own time as a new graduate, Jordan Sinclair offers some thoughts and advice to those going through the trauma of finding or starting their first job in the “new normal”.

13 mins

Never one to take the easy route, vet student Eleanor Goad has ignored the sage advice of TLC and is about to embark on her intercalated degree year, studying wildlife and conservation.

11 mins

“The programme has given me a good foundation to start my career in small animal practice” – Zoe Hood of Shires Veterinary Practice in Staffordshire.

5 mins

“I hope this event and these awards helped everyone to focus on and celebrate positive experiences, and areas of growth and achievements – especially during this particularly challenging time” – Emily Bridges of Vets4Pets.

3 mins

July 2020

Eleanor Goad reflects on a black Lab called Zilla, a dog who wove herself into her early veterinary evolution and whose passing hit harder than expected.

9 mins

In his latest Practice makes Perfect, Dave Beeston reflects on intern life and how he's ready for the next challenge.

27 mins

Veterinary students at University of Nottingham have become some of the first in the country to get back to face-to-face study.

6 mins

David Charles shares experiences and tips from his first 12 months in the profession to help the class of 2020 keep on motoring – from ensuring adequate storage for equipment medical supplies, to being prepared for vehicle breakdowns.

25 mins

Tim Parkin, a Bristol alumni and specialist in population medicine, will take up role as head of the University of Bristol Veterinary School on 9 November.

3 mins

Pipeline of young vets won't run dry because of ongoing impacts of coronavirus, UK's vet schools declare.

10 mins

A new scheme will see six vet students offered two-week extra-mural studies placements at the directorate’s Surrey headquarters.

4 mins

While empty rescue shelters may seem a reason to celebrate, Eleanor Goad warns a lack of socialisation for younger animals may prove problematic if not addressed correctly.

13 mins

Changes to list of skills and behaviours expected of graduates updated following extensive consultation with the profession.

7 mins

June 2020

Reflecting on his journey, David Beeston offers five tips for students about to take the plunge into practice life.

34 mins

While preparing to change roles himself, David Charles offers a handful of tips designed to make life easier for graduates transitioning from university to working life, or those swapping jobs for the first time.

24 mins

Reflecting on the past few months, Eleanor Goad says that if it has taught us anything, it is you shouldn't feel guilty about taking the chance to stop, smell the roses, and enjoy yourself for a little while – as it could help you and your working life in the long term.

9 mins