Paracetamol is one of the most commonly-used drugs worldwide. It is available to buy over the counter for humans, and for dogs (as Pardale-V tablets, which contain paracetamol together with codeine). However, there is a lot of confusion about...
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Paracetamol for the management of pain in dogs
Paracetamol is one of the most commonly-used drugs worldwide. It is available to buy over the counter for humans, and for dogs (as Pardale-V tablets, which contain paracetamol together with codeine). However, there is a lot of confusion about... -
BSAVA gives free library access to vets in developing nations
Vets in developing nations can now access free educational resources from the British Small Animal Veterinary Association’s online library.
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Feline infectious peritonitis: human antiviral ‘GS-441524’ shows great promise against this devastating infectious disease of cats
The emergence of exotic diseases such as Ebola and SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome) in people has prompted intensive research into new drug treatments, and this is indirectly bringing benefit to cats. Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP)... -
Davies becomes a Mindful Employer
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Davies becomes a Mindful Employer
Davies Veterinary Specialists (Davies) in Hertfordshire has shown its commitment to the recruitment and retention of employees by signing up to the Charter for Employees who are Positive about Mental Health. The multi-specialist veterinary referral... -
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Homeless man's charity walk with dog
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Homeless man's charity walk with dog
A homeless man has walked more than 1,500 miles across the length and breadth of the UK to raise money for a charity very close to his heart.
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Calling all Vets in the South West: Join Our Referral CPD Study Day
When is it time to seekthe help of a specialist? Our study day is free for all vets and focusses on the red flags for referral cases
Our first ever Referral CPD event will take place on Thursday 7th March from 9:30am – 4:30pm. The... -
WSAVA and ACTAsia Partner to Enhance Veterinary Education in China
The World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) and ACTAsia, a not-for-profit organization which provides veterinary training in Asia as part of its remit to promote animal welfare, have joined forces in a partnership to support the development... -
Colin Buchan Wins Dairy Vet of the Year
Colin Buchan, Clinical Director at Avondale Vet Group in Strathaven, South Lanarkshire, was presented with the award for Dairy Vet of the Year at this year’s Cream Awards.
The judges noted his commitment to his profession, his ‘endeavour... -
Zoetis UK Statement Following The Equine Flu Outbreak
Following recent news alerting the public to an outbreak of Equine Influenza (flu) steps have been taken by the British Horseracing Association (BHA) to provide guidance on events and how to prevent further risk of the disease. What is clear... -
Medivet Saving the Rhino’s Client Donation Portal Smashes £400,000 Milestone
Medivet has thanked its clients for their overwhelming generosity in support of the Wilderness FoundationAfrica's* Forever Wild Rhino Protection Initiative. Donations made by clients using the Pennies** portal installed in Medivet’s practices...
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Finalists revealed for the Ceva Animal Welfare Awards 2019
Following a record number of nominations for the third consecutive year, Ceva Animal Health has revealed its finalists for the prestigious Ceva Animal Welfare Awards 2019. The awards celebrate the achievements of remarkable people from the fa... -
EVJ Provides Free Online Access to Latest Research on Endocrinopathic Laminitis
Laminitis, a complex, common and potentially devastating disease, remains one of the greatest veterinary challenges in the equestrian world. As knowledge of the pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of endocrinopathic laminitis continues to... -
BEVA introduces CPD for vets returning to equine practice
BEVA has introduced some exceptional CPD courses for equine and mixed vets returning to equine practice after a break from clinical work.
The courses are aimed at refreshing knowledge, practical skills and confidence and have been specifically... -
Future of veterinary medicine the hot topic at VET19
Must-know latest research, the future of evidence-based veterinary medicine and real-life examples of quality improvement will be explored at VET19 on Thursday, 27th and Friday, 28th June at the Kia Oval, London.
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Vet Warns Of The Risks Of Not Treating For Encysted Small Redworm
Zoetis Inc. today announced that recent cases of serious disease caused by severe encysted small redworm infections have prompted Zoetis vet Wendy Talbot to remind horse owners of the risks posed by not treating for this potentially fatal parasite.... -
Virbac adds Hexarinse® For Horses to the growing equine portfolio
Virbac is delighted to announce the addition of Hexarinse® For Horses to the Virbac Equine range.
In response to the demand of UK equine vets specialising in dentistry, Virbac has introduced Hexarinse® For Horses to their equine range... -
SPVS and VMG Take to the Road in 2019
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SPVS and VMG Take to the Road in 2019
The Society of Practicing Veterinary Surgeons (SPVS) and the Veterinary Management Group (VMG) will run a programme of highly focussed non-clinical CPD training days in 2019 sponsored by Hill’s and Simplyhealth. The focus will be on the... -
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MSD Animal Health Launches Keeping Britain’s Pets Healthy with first ever evidence-based guidelines for preventative health consultations
MSD Animal Health is launching its new Keeping Britain’s Pets Healthy (KBPH) preventative healthcare initiative with the first ever set of evidence-based guidelines1 on improving the approach to the preventative healthcare consultation. The... -
NOAH contingency planning statement
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NOAH contingency planning statement
The UK decision to exit from the EU has created unprecedented challenges for the animal health sector. Since the referendum vote, NOAH members have been working hard alongside the veterinary profession and others to understand the implications... -
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Veterinary Management Group Seeks New Directors
The Veterinary Management Group (VMG), the UK’s lead education, support and representative body for veterinary professionals working in leadership or management roles, has issued a call for new directors to join its board.
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SQPs: NOAH factsheet highlights vital role in three-step blueprint for animal health and welfare
NOAH has today launched a factsheet focussing on the role of SQPs, the latest in its series highlighting how different aspects of the animal health sector all play their part in keeping the nation’s animals healthy. The SQP factsheet looks at how they... -
Researchers find part of the missing link between high insulin and laminitis
Veterinary researchers in Australia have identified a possible mechanistic link between high levels of insulin and equine laminitis.
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Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists and The Royal Veterinary College need your support in vital CRGV research
Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists and The Royal Veterinary College, along with Bayer Animal Health, are asking vets across the country to report suspected cases of CRGV (Alabama rot). Please see below for details of how you can help.
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Winter pet care advice
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Winter pet care advice
As temperatures plummet, Battersea Dogs & Cats Home is offering pet owners advice to keep their dogs and cats safe and warm this winter. The cold, or sometimes freezing, weather can lead to a variety of problems for pets, so it is vital... -
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Virbac launches Eradia, the first liquid metronidazole for dogs.
Virbac are delighted to announce the launch of Eradia, the first and only metronidazole for dogs in a flavoured oral suspension.
Suitable for both puppies and adult dogs, Eradia has the added advantage of the innovative and awar...
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Two pretty much identical jobs: same area of the country, similar role responsibilities, similar remuneration, similar business size and structures. Yet,...14-06-2019, 01:00 PM -
Two pretty much identical jobs: same area of the country, similar role responsibilities, similar remuneration, similar business size and structures. Yet, one ad receives 4 quality applicants and the other receives none. Why?
Both veterinary practices have clear plans for the future and are investing in their current teams and business to ensure provision of a quality service for clients. Both practices could be a great place to work. However, one of these practices has a reputation as a good employer, the other has none. We don’t mean a bad reputation, simply no reputation- people haven’t heard of them.
This was something I would encounter on a weekly basis when working in the defence recruitment sector and it is a very real problem within the veterinary profession. When we discuss marketing within the business, the tendency is to focus our efforts on the client and that is important. However, the scarce resource within the vet profession is not clients, it is employees.
The power now lies with the
