Local Vet Initiative Supports Children with Sensory Sensitivities
A local vet practice has introduced resources to help make visits easier for children with sensory sensitivities, caused by conditions such as autism. The scheme is part of a wider project launched by Medivet Ramsbottom to ensure that the practice is an accessible and comfortable place for all pet owners to visit when their animals need care.
Medivet Saving the Rhino’s Client Donation Portal Smashes £400,000 Milestone
Medivet has thanked its clients for their overwhelming generosity in support of the Wilderness Foundation Africa’s* Forever Wild Rhino Protection Initiative.
Urgent Product Batch Recall
Hill’s is recalling the product Hill’s Prescription Diet Canine z/d please see the details
below. This recall has been requested by the manufacturer see the letter attached
dated 31st January 2019.
Vetstream Steps Up to Support Veterinary Wellness
Veterinary digital content specialist Vetstream has announced a range of initiatives to support the mental wellness of veterinarians.
They include adding a range of new content on managing stress and depression, together with tools to support affected veterinary professionals to its Vetlexicon clinical resources.
Successful CVPM Candidates Announced
Three practice managers have been awarded the Veterinary Management Group’s Certificate in Veterinary Practice Management(CVPM), a respected qualification awarded to individuals working in veterinary management.
Improve International’s new GPAdvCert to help General Practitioners advance diagnostic skills and CT knowledge
Diagnostic Imaging (Computed Tomography – CT) is the latest in a series of General Practitioner Advanced Certificates (GPAdvCert) announced by veterinary CPD specialist Improve International.
Royal Canin warns pet owners to be aware of the hidden dangers this Christmas
With the Christmas season upon us, Royal Canin is reminding veterinary professionals to make pet owners aware of the lesser known dangers this time of year can present.
Medivet to Open ‘Centre of Excellence’ for Orthopaedics
Medivet is to open a ‘Centre of Excellence’ in orthopaedics at its referral practice in Faversham, Kent. The team will be led by Dr Ryk Botes, a Medivet Branch Partner with a special interest in orthopaedics and, in particular, replacement surgery.
140th Branch Partner Joins Medivet
Mrs Emily Ward-Smith, owner of Dinas Vets in Dinas Powys, South Wales, has become the 140th Branch Partner to join the Medivet community.
TV Fame for Medivet Nurse and Rescue Dog Kora
Medivet Hertford veterinary nurse Amie Gilman and her rescue dog, Kora, were two of the stars of Paul O’Grady: For the Love of Dogs this week. Kora, a Cane Corso (also known as an Italian Mastiff) was dumped on the busy A10 on 22 July and taken to one of Medivet’s 24-hour centres in Enfield, where veterinary nurse Amie was working.
New European-wide Postgraduate Qualification in Advanced Small Animal Medicine Launched by Improve International
An accredited General Practitioner Advanced Certificate (GPAdvCert) in Small Animal Medicine has been launched by Improve International aimed at veterinary professionals across Europe who wish to advance their knowledge and diagnostic skills, progress their academic qualifications and gain recognition in their field.
Be Seen and Stay Safe
There are lots of accessories available to help your customers and their dogs stay safe in the dark winter months from hi-vis coats to flashing collars.
Fireworks and Pets Don't Mix
At this time of year everyone enjoys their local fireworks displays. Unfortunately for a lot of our pets and clients it is a miserable time of year. Many dogs are frightened of loud noises, particularly if they have not been exposed to a wide range of noises when young.
New Distance Learning Small Animal Medicine Programme from Improve International
Veterinary CPD specialist Improve International will launch a Distance Learning version of one of its most popular Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) Programmes, Small Animal Medicine.
Urgent Product Batch Recall
Dechra Veterinary Products is recalling the product Clean Ocular 100 ml please see the details below. This recall has been requested by the manufacturer see the letter attached dated 9th October 2018.
NEW LOOK VETERINARY FOCUS: Canine and Feline Dermatology
With detailed insights and reviews written by vet professionals from the UK and beyond, this edition covers common clinical challenges such as pododermatitis and feline military dermatitis through to systemic diseases and cutaneous leishmaniasis. Among others, Tim Nuttall and Debbie Gow from the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies explore therapeutic approaches to Canine Atopic Dermatitis and Ralf Mueller reviews Feline Pemphigus foliaceus