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With Pet Dental Health Month just around the corner, we thought we’d ask vet nurse Robyn Lowe RVN about vet nurses, dental care for pets, and the role an experienced RVN can play in practice.  Periodontal disease is a highly prevalent and serious condition with significant implications for the overall health of dogs and cats. […]

Schedule 3 is an area of veterinary nursing that is gathering interest at the moment. However, there is often confusion about how it can be implemented in practice. We’re going to take a look in more detail at Schedule 3 veterinary nursing, as well as how it might benefit you and your team.  What is […]

Peripatetic veterinary dermatology allows vets to deliver specialised dermatological care through a network of veterinary practices. This model not only offers flexibility and autonomy for vets but also enhances convenience and accessibility for clients by bringing expert care to their local practice. In this article, we’ll explore what it means to operate a peripatetic veterinary […]

Learn how vet nurses can champion veterinary physiotherapy for small animals, helping owners understand the benefits and guide them in at-home exercises to support recovery and long-term health

Many of us have been conditioned to think that calling in sick is a sign of weakness or lack of dedication. However, this mindset often overlooks the vital role that self-care plays in maintaining both personal well-being and productivity within the veterinary practice.

Dr Emma Rogers-Smith BSc(Hons) BA VetMB CertAVP MRCVS  Returning to veterinary practice after maternity leave can be a daunting business. What with leaving your tiny human, the anxiety that comes with not having used your clinical brain for a while, juggling childcare and mum guilt in general, it can feel like a lot. Add breastfeeding […]

A good veterinary crash kit is pivotal in any emergency situation and every practice should have one. When it comes to effective cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), having the right drugs and equipment on hand can make the difference between life and death. But it’s not as simple as just stocking a vet crash box. Ensuring the kit is well-organised and providing written aids and suitable staff training will vastly improve the efficiency of your CPR efforts.

As one of the most trusted professions, veterinary professionals represent a massive opportunity to induce change, contribute to sustainability and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Veterinary professionals, whether a part of small animal, farm, exotic or any other practice, are in a unique position to contribute to sustainability and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

Almost all procedures in human surgery are done at least partially using minimally invasive techniques as this has been shown to be safer and less painful for the patient whilst providing better access for the surgeon and quicker recovery/shorter hospital stays. As animal medicine follows on, veterinary endoscopy is becoming increasingly common. Most veterinary practices […]

Where do I begin? Vets and nurses are essential members of the veterinary practice teams. So, to be effective in your roles, you must possess a range of key skills that allow you to diagnose and treat illnesses efficiently, communicate effectively with clients, and manage the day-to-day operations of a practice. So how do you […]