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There’s no need to wait until next September to start training as veterinary nurse!
There’s no need to wait until next September to start training as veterinary nurse! Are you looking to train as a veterinary nurse? If so, there is no need to wait until next September, you could start your training in January! The January start programme is run at our Huntingdon, Potters Bar and Leeds centres. […]
Veterinary LGBT+ Group
A British Veterinary Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender group (LGBT+) has recently been set up and is open to anyone who wants to support LGBT rights. The group, which has been formed on Facebook, has more than 300 members. It aims to create a friendly and social LGBT community in the veterinary and associated professions, […]
Animals at War
From mascots to beasts of burden, animals have been going to war with mankind throughout recorded history. Horses carried cavalrymen, pulled chariots, and their relatives the donkey, the mule, the camel, and the ox carried supplies through thick and thin. Even war elephants could be counted to put their foot down in the defence of […]
Back by popular demand… The one and only Head Nurse Congress
Are you a Head Nurse who’s been recently promoted? Or perhaps you are looking to step up to the plate and become a Head Nurse in the future? Then this two day event is not to be missed. After a great response last year, The College of Animal Welfare are hosting their second Head Nurse […]
TP Congress is back for another year
TP Congress is returning again for another year to give clinical coaches the opportunity to improve on the key role they play in the professional development of their students. The largest event solely dedicated to supporting clinical coaches in practice. The College of Animal Welfare will be hosting TP Congress 2016 on Monday 29 February […]
TP Congress is back for another year
TP Congress is returning again for another year to give clinical coaches the opportunity to improve on the key role they play in the professional development of their students. The largest event solely dedicated to supporting clinical coaches in practice. The College of Animal Welfare will be hosting TP Congress 2016 on Monday 29 February […]
Are you attending this years’ London Vet Show?
Are you attending this years’ London Vet Show? So are we! The College of Animal Welfare will exhibit as part of London Vet Show from Thursday 19 to Friday 20 November 2015. We’ll be on hand to offer advice, provide guidance and share our industry experiences. Come along to stand O14 to get involved with our […]
DEFRA launches consultation on RCVS governance reform
DEFRA has launched a consultation on reforming the governance arrangements of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). This follows a period of discussion between DEFRA and the RCVS on how the College might best modernise its Council. Consultation of the College’s governance began in 2009, with a formal consultation of the profession and a […]
Remember, remember to prepare your pet for 5th November!
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is encouraging pet owners to start preparing pets now to prevent possible upset from fireworks, as dogs, cats and other pets are often particularly sensitive to noise causing the time around 5th November to be traumatic and distressing for many. Some pets show obvious signs of stress, such as panting, […]