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Angiostrongylus vasorum: insights into bleeding diathesis and survival in dogs

Angiostrongylus vasorum (also known as lungworm and French heartworm) is a parasitic nematode that a...

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11 min read

Article

An introduction to the ophthalmology of exotic pets in general practice

Ophthalmological presentations in general practice can be some of the trickiest to diagnose and mana...

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21 min read

How becoming a feline-friendly veterinary practice could increase profits

Have you ever wondered if there’s any point in becoming a feline-friendly veterinary practice? With ...

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15 min read

9 strategies to promote responsible veterinary antibiotic use in your practice

There were nearly 67,000 serious antimicrobial-resistant infections in the UK in 2023, meaning antib...

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13 min read

10 signs your patient needs BOAS surgery

Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) is a common but serious condition affecting flat-f...

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10 min read

Article

Improving anaesthesia for veterinary nurses: 5 tips to enhance patient safety

Anaesthesia is a vital part of veterinary care, and veterinary nurses play a key role in ensuring pr...

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14 min read

Webinar: Lower urinary tract diseases in cats - top tips from a specialist

Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) is a collection of symptoms, not a diagnosis. That said, ...

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45 min webinar

Article

4 recent papers in small animal ophthalmology and how they’ll change the way you practice

Whether you’re a new graduate or a general practitioner, keeping up with the latest evidence in vete...

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21 min read

Video

Video: How to perform an advancement flap for large skin defects

Advancement flaps (sometimes called 'single pedicle advancement flaps') are a useful surgical techni...

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5 min video

Starting up or starting again – what do I need to know?

After the corporatisation of the veterinary sector and the more recent focus by the Competition and ...

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10 min read

6 ways a veterinary nurse behaviour qualification can benefit your practice

When it comes to creating a great veterinary team, some of the biggest benefits can be found in trai...

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7 min read

Diagnosing feline atopic skin syndrome – 8 top tips

Itchy cats might not be as common as itchy dogs, but for some reason they strike fear into the heart...

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19 min read

Article

Pericardial effusions in small animals: causes and diagnosis

Pericardial disease includes various disorders affecting the pericardium, the double-walled sac cont...

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19 min read

Webinar

Webinar: How to make the most of your veterinary endoscopy kit

When was the last time you used your endoscope? Is it gathering dust? Or perhaps you're thinking abo...

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1 hour webinar

Is AI OK? AI use in veterinary practice

Artificial intelligence, or AI, is a technology that enables computers to simulate human intelligenc...

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12 min read

Article

Clicker training as an enrichment method for cats

Imagine this clinical scenario: you are a vet working at a busy cat adoption centre. At a staff meet...

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8 min read

Webinar: Mastering dental x-rays - a hands-on guide

Dental surgeries are arguably the most common procedures we carry out in small animal practice. But,...

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1 hour webinar

Article

Humeral condylar fractures: are we “throwing the puppy out with the bathwater”?

Traditionally, humeral unicondylar (lateral or medial) fractures have been managed with internal fix...

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18 min read

The vet nurse's role in dental procedures: Making the most of your RVN team

With Pet Dental Health Month just around the corner, we thought we’d ask vet nurse Robyn Lowe RVN ab...

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24 min read

Article

Fact-checking the latest trends in pet nutrition

Clients are becoming more concerned about their pets’ diets, and social media, rather than veterinar...

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13 min read

Schedule 3 veterinary nursing: What does it mean for your practice?

Schedule 3 is an area of veterinary nursing that is gathering interest at the moment. However, there...

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14 min read

Diagnosis and nutritional support of gastroenteric disorders in cats and dogs

Gastrointestinal (GI) problems are a frequent reason for seeking consultations. Alimentary tract fun...

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17 min read

Article

5 recent studies into small animal endoscopy and what they mean for your practice

Endoscopy is an often-underutilised tool in veterinary hospitals. We want to shine the spotlight on ...

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19 min read

Article

Urine trouble? A vet nurse’s guide to feline lower urinary tract disease

Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) is not a single disease process. Rather, it is an umbrell...

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15 min read

Veterinary burnout and the 'Christmas clear-out' - 12 tips for vet mental health over the holiday season

It’s that time of year again, and for many, the next few weeks will be filled with seasonal beverage...

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9 min read

Diagnostic imaging for intestinal obstructions - which is best?

Imagine this clinical scenario: a client brings in their pet dog that is presenting with acute abdom...

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11 min read

Article

Get to the bottom of it: a veterinary nurse’s guide to gastrointestinal endoscopy

Endoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that allows the operator to look inside an organ or stru...

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14 min read

Veterinary radiology: are you making diagnostic errors?

As a vet, it’s likely you take radiographs most days. Veterinary radiology is a great tool in your d...

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13 min read

Article

Lower urinary tract disease of small mammals: an introduction

Lower urinary tract disease (LUTD) is a common and often challenging condition in small exotic mamma...

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19 min read

Article

Immune-mediated haemolytic anaemia: a guide for vets and nurses

Anaemia has three broad causes (Mills, 2012): haemorrhage (blood loss due to bleeding), dyserythropo...

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12 min read

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