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Early socialisation and habituation in kittens - implications for behaviour into adulthood
Early socialisation with humans and other animals, together with habituation to environmental stimul...
23 min read
Toxoplasmosis in companion animals
Toxoplasmosis is caused by the intracellular protozoan parasite Toxoplasma gondii. The parasite has ...
12 min read
Recognising common ectoparasites: Picture guide and useful tricks for differentiation
Parasite identification is something which veterinary nurses in practice can be heavily involved in,...
19 min read
Video: How to do an endoscopic liver biopsy (recorded demonstration)
Step inside our Clinical Excellence Centre wet labs in Swindon and experience a real-life endoscopic...
4 min read
From myths to meaning: how to support pet owners with science-backed care
As a vet with nearly 20 years of experience, I’ve come to realise that my role extends far beyond tr...
8 min read
Two essential cardiology resources to deepen your knowledge
Access two essential resources with this cardiology round-up.
20 min video
Download: Post-op to progress: your physio and rehab toolkit
This free physiotherapy toolkit is designed specifically for RVNs who want to improve their veterina...
New RVC study: Dog owners underestimate urgency in nearly a third of cases
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), published in PLOS ONE, suggests that while UK ...
3 min read
Webinar: Managing pericardial effusion from diagnosis to recovery
Pericardial effusion is the diagnosis in 7% of dogs with clinical signs of cardiac disease, making i...
1 hour webinar
Feline osteoarthritis: overview and pain management options
Feline osteoarthritis (OA), also known as degenerative joint disease, is a chronic, progressive diso...
16 min read
5 recent papers in veterinary neurology and why they matter to GP vets
Research teams across the world publish hundreds of studies and articles each year. To help professi...
19 min read
Video: How to do an emergency splenectomy (step by step)
Emergency splenectomy is a common and often life-saving procedure in small animal practice, most fre...
3 min video
Explore: Total ear canal ablation (TECA) and ventral bulla osteotomy
Have you ever wondered how to do a total ear canal ablation (TECA) surgery in a dog? And what about ...
2 min read
Webinar: Top tips on bandaging of the surgical patient
Focusing on the essential principles of wound care and bandaging in surgical patients, this webinar ...
40 min webinar
Creating veterinary practice puppy parties with welfare, behaviour and owner education in mind
Puppies need the right start in life. Their experiences during the sensitive developmental period sh...
9 min read
Canine insulinoma: from suspicion to treatment
This article reviews the current evidence and provides a practical, step-by-step approach for clinic...
54 min read
Webinar: Help! My patient needs a transfusion - what do I do?
When a blood transfusion is necessary, time is of the essence. Choosing the right product, collectin...
1 hour webinar
Anaesthetic monitoring and troubleshooting: a guide for veterinary nurses
Anaesthesia is a common element of patient care in veterinary practice; however, it can present nume...
17 min read
A roadmap for treating abnormal repetitive behaviours in dogs
This article aims to provide an overview of how abnormal repetitive behaviours (ARBs) manifest in do...
11 min read
Download: Position to perfect: your diagnostic imaging toolkit
This free diagnostic imaging toolkit is designed specifically for RVNs wanting to feel confident per...
Video: How to perform a gastrotomy surgery
Gastrotomy is a common surgical procedure in small animal practice, often utilised for foreign body ...
5 min video
Webinar: Are we overusing omeprazole in small animals?
Omeprazole is a commonly used drug in small animal practice, but it is both overused and misused. In...
30 min webinar
Feline congenital heart disease: understanding the clinical signs and managing care
Acquired heart disease in cats is relatively common in general practice, reported to affect about 15...
17 min read
Video: How to place a naso-oesophageal or naso-gastric feeding tube
Placement of a naso-oesophageal (N-O) feeding tube or naso-gastric (N-G) feeding tube is well tolera...
5 min video
Firework fear first aid: a guide to common noise phobia medications for pets
It’s that time of year again – your consult list is starting to fill up with noise phobic dogs and t...
19 min read
Webinar: Nursing pelvic fractures in cats
Pelvic fractures are relatively common emergency presentations in felines, often caused by road traf...
1 hour webinar
Pocket Guide: Dental nerve blocks in dogs and cats
In small animal practice, dental procedures are incredibly common, but local anaesthetics are not us...
9 tips to cut plastic in your veterinary ops (while still being a great surgeon)
As the year draws to a close, it's the perfect time to reflect on our environmental footprint and ou...
13 min read
Webinar: The periodontitis puzzle - are you missing the signs?
With periodontitis affecting 12.5% of dogs and 15.2% of cats in the UK each year (O'Neill et al, 202...
1 hour webinar
Retaining vets and nurses: 8 tips for happier staff
The veterinary profession is feeling the squeeze. Demand is high, teams are thin, and diaries are st...
8 min read
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