VMG eyes growth with appointment of first Development Manager 24 Apr 2020 Dr Hannah Perrin’s immediate focus is in ensuring the relevance and value of the benefits that the VMG offers its members and developing its education provision
Illegal donkey exports 24 Apr 2020 Attendees of NEF 2020 were warned of the illegal trade of donkeys and their skin to meet the demands for the production of ejiao
WellVet returns… virtually 24 Apr 2020 The event focusses on proactive wellbeing tools for individuals to discover and develop ways to improve their mental and physical health
BSAVA publishes Guidance on pet neutering during COVID-19 lockdown 23 Apr 2020 Guidance is intended to supplement the recently updated, top line advice issued by RCVS and BVA
MSD Animal Health announces new online registration for VetsDeliver 23 Apr 2020 VetsDeliver is a subscription-based parasite home delivery service that provides a monthly revenue for the practice
Pharmaceutical company helps reduce paracetamol shortage by releasing paste version for horses 23 Apr 2020 The highly concentrated product also makes dosing for equine vets and their clients far easier
RCVS publishes survey results on impact of pandemic on veterinary businesses 22 Apr 2020 Surveys are planned to continue running on a regular basis in order to gauge impact over time
VN Council forms taskforce to consider alternative routes to registration for student VNs 22 Apr 2020 VN Council is committed to addressing the situation, whilst still maintaining the integrity of the profession and public confidence in it
BSAVA publishes Guidance on pet vaccinations during COVID-19 lockdown 21 Apr 2020 The Guidance is evidence-based and provides additional detail that aims to assist when risk-assessing the need for vaccination
RCVS mental health initiative sponsors webinar for student vets and student VNs on looking after mental wellbeing during the pandemic 21 Apr 2020 Key topics will include creating routines, setting boundaries and how to seek social support despite quarantine measures
Animal health marketing should not be business as usual, say veterinary professionals 20 Apr 2020 Survey indicates that perhaps COVID-overload hasn't been reached just yet
New digital ruminant marketing and technical CPD resources available for home-working vets and animal health professionals 20 Apr 2020 Resources will help vets and animal health professionals communicate remotely and provide technical training content when working from home
Respect your vet team during Covid-19, says BVA 17 Apr 2020 Animal owners should still expect non-essential treatments to be delayed
RCVS provides reassurance that vets will still be carrying out vital veterinary work during COVID-19 pandemic 17 Apr 2020 New framework for veterinary practices has been released, helping them to decide what treatments it is appropriate to carry out safely
BEVA publishes horse health guidance videos to help owners during COVID-19 lockdown 16 Apr 2020 Advice includes what information an owner should provide, how to check vital signs and how to spot early warning signs
Working horses and donkeys are essential to the survival of communities in the developing world 16 Apr 2020 Working horses, donkeys and mules are providing an essential role in ensuring communities still have access to food, water and medical transport
Joint BVA and RCVS statement on anticipating extension of government restrictions 15 Apr 2020 Aim is for veterinary professionals to be able to carry out essential work for public health or animal health and welfare over a rolling two-month time period
BSAVA launches new anaesthetic resource to support the veterinary profession during the COVID-19 pandemic 15 Apr 2020 BSAVA Library Collection is freely available until the end of June 2020
New telemedicine app, VisioCare Linkyvet, helps vets provide patient care, safely and securely 15 Apr 2020 The app will allow patients to be triaged remotely so a decision can be made about whether the pet needs to be seen
Moneypenny offers free Digital Switchboard service to keep British businesses talking 15 Apr 2020 The system can answer high volumes of calls and field them efficiently, directing callers to the appropriate person or department
