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
RCVS provides new guidance for how veterinary professions can help the national effort against COVID-19 14 Apr 2020 The guidance highlights certain areas of critical national importance in which veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses can use their skills
Animalcare’s new “Tea-Time Training” will raise funds for StreetVet 14 Apr 2020 The first webinar, “Physiology of body fluid”, will be launched on 15 April and they will run weekly after that
VBS Direct launches a series of educational webinars 14 Apr 2020 The webinar series will incorporate up-to-date scientific data and general overview of the key therapies and health topics
Animalcare launches online Practice Assistance Centre 9 Apr 2020 The PAC serves as a one-stop-shop for a wide range of resources, available in digital form and printed form
The Kennel Club and the Kennel Club charities announce emergency relief initiative 9 Apr 2020 Eligible clubs, societies and others are invited to apply by 30 April 2020
Davies publishes advice on conserving oxygen during COVID-19 pandemic 8 Apr 2020 The anaesthesia team at Davies have produced several resources to help safely minimise the oxygen and volatile anaesthetic agent used in animals
RCVS introduces further supportive measures for veterinary students regarding EMS placements 8 Apr 2020 RCVS’ COVID-19 Taskforce reviewed EMS requirements further with respect to students currently in 4th year and below
Keep pets from avoidable chocolate emergencies over lockdown Easter, urge vets 7 Apr 2020 With pets spending more time indoors, there is an increased risk of easy access to these treats
Blue Cross conducting initial equine matchmaking during coronavirus lockdown 7 Apr 2020 The horse rehoming team is on hand to look at applications and begin the matchmaking process
What are the options available to employers in the face of the current COVID-19 pandemic? 6 Apr 2020 What can employers do when the business has no revenue coming in and doesn’t have the resources to pay workers?
BSAVA introduces new resources and benefits in absence of Congress 6 Apr 2020 Resources will be available on BSAVA’s social media channels over the next few days
Veterinary practices urged to complete survey to help gauge COVID-19 impact 6 Apr 2020 Survey will help shape the College’s ongoing response to the crisis, including its discussions with government
Dechra webinars provide vital support to vets during COVID-19 outbreak 2 Apr 2020 The Dechra Academy will run weekly sessions online offering practical guidance for vets and veterinary nurses starting on 2 April
RCVS introduces measures to help spread cost of annual renewal fees and waive late-fee 1 Apr 2020 Members can opt to move to the new arrangements or continue with full payment
RCVS agrees 25 percent reduction in hourly vet and vet nurse CPD requirement during 2020 31 Mar 2020 The annual minimum requirement for vets will be 26 hours of CPD, while that of veterinary nurses will be 11 hours
