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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...

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23 min read

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Toxoplasmosis in companion animals

Toxoplasmosis is caused by the intracellular protozoan parasite Toxoplasma gondii. The parasite has ...

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12 min read

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Recognising common ectoparasites: Picture guide and useful tricks for differentiation

Parasite identification is something which veterinary nurses in practice can be heavily involved in,...

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19 min read

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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...

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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...

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8 min read

Video

Two essential cardiology resources to deepen your knowledge

Access two essential resources with this cardiology round-up.

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20 min video

Pocket Guide

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 ...

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3 min read

Webinar

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...

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1 hour webinar

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Feline osteoarthritis: overview and pain management options

Feline osteoarthritis (OA), also known as degenerative joint disease, is a chronic, progressive diso...

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16 min read

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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...

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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...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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40 min webinar

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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...

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9 min read

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Canine insulinoma: from suspicion to treatment

This article reviews the current evidence and provides a practical, step-by-step approach for clinic...

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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...

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1 hour webinar

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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...

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17 min read

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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...

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11 min read

Pocket Guide

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 ...

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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...

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30 min webinar

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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...

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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...

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5 min video

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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...

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19 min read

Webinar

Webinar: Nursing pelvic fractures in cats

Pelvic fractures are relatively common emergency presentations in felines, often caused by road traf...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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8 min read

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