Veterinary

RCVS to consult on new veterinary nursing qualifications framework

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) will be asking the veterinary professions for their view on a proposed new…

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Brexit threatens capacity of Welsh veterinary workforce, warns BVA

British Veterinary Association (BVA) resident John Fishwick called for urgent action to guard against a serious shortfall of vets in…

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RCVS orders removal of vet amid ‘alcohol-related issues’ and ‘serious clinical failings’

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has ordered the registrar to remove a Great Yarmouth vet from the college…

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Vet operates on wrong eye leaving dog blind

A Scottish couple have claimed their French Bulldog was left blind following surgery for an ulcer in which vets operated…

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Pet rabbit brains have shrunk due to domestication, says new research

New research has found that the brains of pet rabbits have shrunk due to domestication, and that they no longer…

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Vets urge parents to resist pester power as ‘unhelpful’ pug film hits screens

Vets fear that parents may soon be getting more requests for pet pugs as Disney’s latest film Patrick hits the…

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Aldi-sold Foobler pet toy under fire after dog injured

A dog’s jaw became stuck in a £13.99 Aldi toy, leading to a £350 vet bill for its owner in…

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PDSA issues BBQ warning after puppy swallows chicken bone

Vet charity PDSA has issued a BBQ warning after it saved a Staffie puppy who swallowed down a six-inch chicken…

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RCVS increases vet fees by three percent

At its June meeting, the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) council agreed a three percent increase in the registration…

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RCVS introduces two new committees to aid decision-making

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has introduced two new committees and will also increase the frequency of public…

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