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“The whole day was absolutely fantastic!” Careers With Animals Day is a huge success with visitors!
The College of Animal Welfare’s annual Careers With Animals Day was the place to be on Saturday 13 October, as hundreds of people of all ages and backgrounds visited the College’s centre in Tingley to find out more about how they could turn their dream of working with animals into a reality. With over 450 […]
Pet obesity levels putting the health of UK pets at risk – Pet Obesity Awareness Day
Worrying levels of pet obesity in the UK are putting the health of our beloved pets at risk as we continue to feed our furry friends leftovers and treats. Whilst it can be hard to resist those puppy dog eyes, it’s important to remember that over feeding and giving our pets too many treats, could be […]
Beat the Buzz Wire Competition at BVNA Congress: Terms and Conditions
If you are heading to BVNA Congress this weekend (12-14 October 2018), come along and visit The College of Animal Welfare stand (D8) and have a go at our ‘Beat the Buzz Wire’ competition. You could be in with a chance of winning a CPD voucher! Terms and conditions This is a competition run by […]
Veterinary Nursing Lecturer: Is it the role for you?
Becoming a veterinary nursing lecturer is a great opportunity for veterinary nurses to pass on their specialist skills and knowledge to future generations. The first question you need to ask yourself is whether you see yourself making that change and entering a new industry. Will you be happy to step away from veterinary practice? Being […]
International parkrun Day – Saturday 6 October 2018
This Saturday is International parkrun Day. People all over the country take part in parkrun each week – it’s a great opportunity to get some exercise out in the fresh air. Whether you are just taking your first steps into running or an experienced runner, parkrun has something for you. What’s more, many parkruns also […]
Apply now for a student research grant with leading animal welfare charity!
If you’re an undergraduate veterinary nurse student passionate about animal welfare, you’ll be pleased to hear that you can now apply for The Animal Welfare Foundation’s (AWF) Student Grant Scheme for innovative research projects designed to practically and positively impact animal welfare. The grants cover the cost of the project and a stipend for the […]
Health and Fitness Tip of the Month: Breast Cancer Awareness
Around one in eight women in the UK will develop breast cancer at some point in their life. This shocking statistic needs to be discussed. That’s why this breast cancer awareness month we’ll be wearing it pink, will you? Checking your breasts It’s important to check your breasts regularly so that you can spot if […]
Important information regarding VN Registration
Please note this advice is aimed at students of The College of Animal Welfare. Students studying at other training providers are advised to contact them directly if they have any questions or concerns regarding VN registration. The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) have recently made some changes to the process by which student veterinary […]
Careers With Animals Day to show the diversity of options open to veterinary nurses
For veterinary nurses looking to learn more about their career options, there’s no better place to start than The College of Animal Welfare’s (CAW) annual Careers With Animals Day! Running at the College’s education and training centre in Tingley on Saturday 13 October, veterinary nurses will be able to chat to members of the CAW […]
Could Instagram trends be having an impact on puppy farming?
We’ve all seen at least one social media influencer or celebrity pose for a picture with their French bulldog. But could an Instagram trend actually be causing more harm than good? This International Puppy Farm Awareness Day, make sure you consider responsible puppy purchasing. Brachycephalic breeds boom in recent years In recent years, miniature and […]