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New study shows saddle slip may be early indicator of lameness
A new study has identified a significant link between hind limb lameness and saddle slip, showing consistent saddle slip in some horses with hind limb lameness, even when the lameness is fairly subtle and difficult to detect. The aim of the study was to find out more about the interrelationships between the horse, saddle and […]
Happy 10th Anniversary to the RCVS Veterinary Nurses Council!
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons’ Veterinary Nurses Council (VNC) will mark its tenth anniversary on 9 October 2012. Since its inception, the VNC has worked in the interest of animals and the public by guiding and supporting veterinary nursing in becoming a profession that is recognised and accountable within the veterinary team. “The VNC […]
Vet Nurse Drives Away From BVNA Congress a Winner
For one lucky vet nurse, this year’s BVNA congress was particularly memorable, courtesy of Hill’s Pet Nutrition. Una Conway, RVN at Parklands Veterinary Group, Co. Tyrone, Northern Ireland, was the proud winner of a brand new Smart Car, claiming the top prize in the 2012 Drive Nutrition Competition. The Drive Nutrition Competition encouraged nurses to […]
Share Your Views on Fireworks
With Bonfire Night just around the corner, Wood Green, The Animals Charity would like to hear your views about the use of fireworks. To answer their short survey please click here and then share it with your friends and family.
Take Part in Lantra’s Veterinary Nursing Case Studies at BVNA
With BVNA Congress fast approaching Lantra have confirmed they will be attending the event held at The International Centre in Telford on the 5 to 7 October 2012. Lantra have announced that they currently have some exciting opportunities for veterinary nurses to take part in video and written case studies. The case studies will examine […]
Ofsted Inspection 1st – 5th October
New Range of Leadership and Management Programmes Coming in January!
The College of Animal Welfare is preparing to launch its new Business School in January 2013 with a series of programmes (awarded by the Institute of Leadership and Management) designed specifically for those holding, or seeking to hold, management positions, within the veterinary profession and animal welfare sector. Whether you are a head nurse, aspiring […]
VN Times ‘Inspiring Pets’ Calendar Competition
To showcase Veterinary Nurses’ impact on animal welfare, VN Times are running a competition to find 12 inspiring pet stories and photos worthy of featuring on their 2013 calendar. VN Times want to hear your stories about pets that have inspired you; the survivor you’ve nursed back to health – despite everyone secretly thinking it couldn’t possibly come out the other […]
Take on a New Apprentice and get Paid £1500!
If you are an employer and you are looking for some help; why not recruit a new apprentice? Take on a new apprentice aged between 16 -24 years of age and you may be eligible to receive £1500 from the Government’s AGE 16-24 Employer Incentive Grant! Employers (in England) who have less than 1000 employees […]
Important information about the NPL for all new VN students and their Clinical Coaches!
We are busy completing and sending student enrolments to the RCVS at the moment as we receive all the documentation from our new students. The RCVS aim to process enrolments and issue NPL log in details within four weeks of them receiving it. As soon as we receive the log in details back from the […]