Oct 7, 2024 · Janine Susan Parody MRCVS has been reprimanded by the RCVS Disciplinary Committee for dishonesty in relation to her treatment of a cat.. Ms Parody faced two charges, the first of which related to her treatment of a cat named Shadow and had multiple elements:

Jan 3, 2025 · Liphook Equine Hospital in Hampshire has become the first veterinary practice in the UK to perform foraminotomies to address spinal nerve compression.

Dec 10, 2024 · 24/7 digital triage service VidiVet has released data which shows that 90% of calls didn’t need out-of-hours treatment and 75% were redirected to their usual practice in work hours.

Nov 4, 2024 · IVC Evidensia has launched a new tier of its Pet Health Club which includes unlimited preventative consultations and 24/7 online access to a vet.

Dec 13, 2024 · The RCVS has published a forecast of the supply and demand for veterinary surgeons and nurses up to 2035, predicting that the supply of vets will match or nearly match demand in clinical practice and charities over the period, but there will remain a significant shortage in public health, industry and universities.

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Jan 2, 2025 · A study from the Royal Veterinary College has revealed how dog owners are deluding themselves about the health and welfare problems associated with brachycephalic (flat-faced) dog breeds such as French Bulldogs, Pugs, and English Bulldogs, and how this is hindering efforts to improve welfare 1.. The research, conducted with the Blue Cross, analysed data from over 2,000 UK dog owners and ...

Jan 10, 2025 · CVS reports that it is upskilling its nurses in diagnostic imaging techniques - so that they can take X-rays and perform CT scans, MRI and ultrasound. To date most of these imaging procedures have been performed by vets within the group’s small animal first opinion veterinary practices. The ...

Jan 7, 2025 · Animalcare has published a range of materials to help practices promote good dental health during Pet Dental Health Month in February. The company has updated its waiting room board kit for veterinary staff to create a visual reminder of the importance of prompt diagnosis and management of dental disease and a tailored dental home care regime.

Jan 16, 2025 · Hannah Tombs MRCVS, who runs a hedgehog rescue as well as working at VetPartners' Ashworth Vets in Farnborough, has published a guide to help other vets who treat hedgehogs. Hedgehogs: A Practical Guide for Vets aims to help vets assess sick hedgehogs and administer emergency treatment to stabilise ...