Ten years on from the introduction of compulsory dog microchipping in the UK – how much has really changed for pets, vets, charities and owners? As one of the UK’s leading pet microchip providers, Identichip brings together leading veterinarian Steve Leonard and Fiona Cooke, associate director of policy and impact at Woodgreen Pets Charity, for this Vet Times podcast. Together, they explore the impact of the legislation, ongoing challenges, registration compliance, success stories from practice and charity work and the importance of keeping details up to date. SPONSORED This Vet Times Extra podcast is sponsored by Identicare – the suppliers of Identichip microchips and the Defra-compliant pet database Identibase. Identicare supports vets and animal charities with high-quality microchips, scanners and a dedicated team to help with the full pet protection journey, from implantation and registration to keeping owner details up-to-date. For microchipping support and resources, contact Identichip or visit https://identichip.co.uk/ Steve Leonard qualified from the University of Bristol in 1996. His final year at university was filmed by the BBC for a documentary called “Vet School”. He went on to make many wildlife and veterinary documentaries taking him all over the globe and working alongside some of the planet’s most iconic species. Steve has remained a passionate small animal vet and passed his BSAVA Certificate in Small Animal Medicine with distinction in 2017. He is the co-founder of Phoenix Vet Practice, a new independent practice in Nantwich, Cheshire that opened in May 2026. Fiona Cooke is associate director of policy and impact at Woodgreen Pets Charity, where she leads the campaigns, policy, research and insights teams. With a background in animal welfare law and policy, she works on issues including pet identification, responsible ownership, and improving outcomes for pets and their owners. Fiona is also a registered clinical animal behaviourist, bringing practical and scientific expertise to her role. She’s passionate about animal welfare and keeping pets and people together and has published widely on animal welfare and issues affecting pet owners.

Amid falling Royal Kennel Club registrations of key brachycephalic dog breeds, RVC academics Dan O’Neill and Rowena Packer join Chris Simpson to discuss the efforts of the UK’s Brachycephalic Working Group. Prof O’Neill and Dr Packer provide updates on their latest research, the launch of the Innate Health Assessment tool [https://www.innatehealthassessment.org/] and discuss the role vets have to play in bringing an end to animals with extreme conformation. Podcast music: “Funky Chunk” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

As the fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion in Ukraine approaches, vets in the country – many of whom are fighting or serving as combat medics on the front lines as well as managing their clinics – are facing shortages of vital medicines and equipment. At the same time, rabies cases in wild and stray animals are on the rise, putting vets in further danger during the conflict. Ukrainian vet Daria Ponomarenko and ProSalus Foundation vice-president Mark Johnston, who visited the country last year, join Chris Simpson to discuss the issues facing vets as the war rages on and appeal for vital donations. Veterinary professionals can donate medicines, equipment and supplies, or make a financial donation, at the ProSalus website [https://prosalusfoundation.org/our-projects/#ukraine-section] or by emailing Dr Johnston at vice-president@prosalusfoundation.org. ProSalus is also holding a silent auction [https://www.vettimes.com/news/vets/wellbeing-at-work/art-sale-aims-to-boost-ukrainian-veterinary-work] of Ukrainian art [https://prosalusfoundation.org/product-category/different-together-series-by-anna-khomchyk/], raising funds for the Ukrainian Small Animal Veterinary Association. Podcast music: “Funky Chunk” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Osteoarthritis (OA) affects a fifth of all dogs aged one year or older, and treatment and ongoing management must be carefully planned and reviewed by vets. To delve into this topic, Ross Allan – clinical director of referrals at Pets'n'Vets Glasgow – joins the Vet Times Podcast. _______________________________ 𝗥𝗢𝗦𝗦 𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗔𝗡 𝗕𝗩𝗠𝗦, 𝗣𝗚𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗦𝗔𝗦, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Having graduated from the University of Glasgow in 2001, Ross went on to gain a BSAVA Certificate in Small Animal Surgery in 2014 and RCVS Advanced Practitioner status in 2015. Ross is a partner in The Pets’n’Vets Family in Glasgow, where he leads Roundhouse Referrals surgical team, widening access to advanced veterinary surgery in the west of Scotland through innovative services such as ‘Fixed Price Fix’ TPLO+ surgery. Working within the Roundhouse Veterinary Hospital, Ross is familiar with the challenges and reward in effectively supporting owners and treating pets with osteoarthritis.

Linnaeus chief nursing officer Andrea Jeffery and RVN Sue Badger, who has been in the profession for more than 50 years, join VN Times editor Rachael Buzzel to discuss their new book Professionalism and Reflection in Veterinary Nursing. A project more than 10 years in the making, Andrea and Sue hope the book will support the evolution of the professional RVN and equip vet nurses to contribute to the ongoing development of a professional identity. For further details of the book, or to order a copy, visit bit.ly/3zih9Mj ________________________ 𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗥𝗘𝗔 𝗝𝗘𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗘𝗱.𝗗, 𝗠𝗦𝗰, 𝗙𝗛𝗘𝗔, 𝗗𝗶𝗽𝗔𝗩𝗡 (𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗴), 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗘𝗱, 𝗥𝗩𝗡 Andrea is chief nursing officer at Linnaeus – a unique role within the veterinary sector that ensures the nursing team is represented at executive board level – and was at the forefront of the creation of its central support veterinary nursing team, formed to further support and develop its vet nurses. Andrea began her career as an NHS nurse before training as an RVN. She soon discovered a passion for educating the next generation of veterinary nurses and has played a key part in passing the baton of knowledge on to future nurses by spearheading various undergraduate programmes for the University of Bristol – latterly, helping develop the first graduate training programme and a Masters by Research for RVNs. Andrea gained her doctorate in 2021 in the area of veterinary nurse retention, she has a Master’s degree in e-learning, and co-developed the Orpet and Jeffery Ability Model 2007 – the first model of care for veterinary patients of its kind, aimed at ensuring VN teams deliver consistent patient care. Andrea has served on RCVS VN council and is a member of the RCVS VN disciplinary committee. ________________________ 𝗦𝗨𝗘 𝗕𝗔𝗗𝗚𝗘𝗥 𝗠𝗲𝗱, 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗘𝗱, 𝗥𝗩𝗡 Sue has been a veterinary nurse for more than 50 years, qualifying as a registered animal nursing auxiliary in 1976 and working in many clinical environments over the years. Sue has seen many significant changes in the role of the RVN and was instrumental in setting up both the original veterinary nursing course at the University of Bristol and the university’s first four-year degree. Sue is a past-president of the BVNA and was the second recipient of the RCVS Golden Jubilee Award in 2012. Having retired from practice, she remains on the RCVS VN register.

A sub-speciality of interventional radiology, interventional oncology is common in human medicine, but is also gaining traction on the veterinary side. To outline this topic, Daniela Murgia, European Board of Veterinary Specialisation (EBVS)-recognised specialist in small animal surgery, joins the Vet Times Podcast. _____________________________ 𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗘𝗟𝗔 𝗠𝗨𝗥𝗚𝗜𝗔 𝗗𝗩𝗠, 𝗚𝗣𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁(𝗦𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗔), 𝗚𝗣𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁(𝗢𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆), 𝗗𝗶𝗽𝗘𝗖𝗩𝗦, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Daniela has been an EEBVS-recognised specialist in small animal surgery since 2006. She achieved RCVS specialist status in 2014 and, more recently, GP certificates in small animal soft tissue surgery and oncology status. Since 2010, Daniela has held positions as soft tissue surgery senior clinician, senior lecturer and head of soft tissue surgery within private and academic referral institutions in the UK. Since 2018, she has been a consultant in small animal soft tissue surgery at Dick White Referrals. She is an active member of the European College of Veterinary Surgeons (ECVS) and has been chairperson of the ECVS credentials committee. Daniela contributes on a regular basis to national and international conferences, and soft tissue surgery courses. She has undertaken advanced training in interventional radiology, which is one of her main interests, together with oncological surgery, surgery of the respiratory tract and management of urinary incontinence. Her article in Vet Times (Volume 53, Issue 10, Pages 4-6) to accompany this podcast is entitled “Advances in companion animal cancer: interventional oncology”. It is online as part of Vet Times’ CPD+ Oncology collection. Read it online at https://www.vettimes.co.uk/article/advances-in-companion-animal-cancer-interventional-oncology-cpdoncology/

A common canine presentation in vet practice, many skin diseases can cause pruritus, and differentials include infection, ectoparasites and hypersensitivity – increasingly to food. Discussing some of this, RCVS and European Board of Veterinary Specialisation-recognised specialist in veterinary dermatology Carly Mason joins this Vet Times Podcast. _________________________________ 𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗟𝗬 𝗠𝗔𝗦𝗢𝗡 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰, 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗩𝗗, 𝗗𝗶𝗽𝗘𝗖𝗩𝗗, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Carly graduated from the University of Bristol Veterinary School in 2003. She spent seven years in general practice before completing a European College of Veterinary Dermatology (ECVD) veterinary dermatology residency at Rutland House Referrals in 2014. Carly achieved an ECVD Veterinary Dermatology Diploma in 2014 and is an RCVS and European-recognised specialist in veterinary dermatology. She works as a UKVetDerm veterinary dermatology consultant in the south-east for Guide Dogs and three private referral centres (Chiltern Referral Services, Pennard Vets and Veterinary Referral Centre). Carly is also an assessor and examiner for the University of Liverpool postgraduate CertAVP in Dermatology qualification. She enjoys all aspects of being a veterinary dermatologist and has a particular interest in autoimmune skin diseases, allergic skin disease and otitis. She wrote an article in Vet Times (Volume 53, Issue 7, Pages 4-8) called “Working up pruritic dogs – practical tips for diet trials”. This content is now online as part of our CPD+ Dermatology collection at www.vettimes.co.uk/article/working-up-pruritic-dogs-practical-tips-for-diet-trials-cpddermatology/ _________________________________ 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗗 This podcast is sponsored by Zoetis, makers of Apoquel Chewable. Apoquel Chewable provides the same benefits as original Apoquel, in a treat-like formulation¹. The highly palatable tablets offer fast, effective relief from canine allergic dermatitis, in a convenient, pet-friendly form²,³ . For more information on Apoquel Chewable, speak to your Zoetis Account Manager or visit www2.zoetis.co.uk/apoquelchewable 𝖱𝖾𝖿𝖾𝗋𝖾𝗇𝖼𝖾𝗌 1. Apoquel Chewable SPC. 2. Visser M et al (2022). Acceptance of oclacitinib maleate (Apoquel) chewable tablets in client-owned dogs with allergic and atopic dermatitis, BMC Vet Res 18: 103. 3. Fleck T et al (2022). Speed of onset of a new chewable formulation of oclacitinib maleate (Apoquel) in a canine model of IL-31-induced pruritus, J Vet Pharmacol Ther 45(4): 380-384.

BSAVA president Alison Speakman and vice-president Carl Gorman join the Vet Times Podcast to look forward to BSAVA Congress 2023, being held from 23-25 March in Manchester. Dr Speakman provides an update on some of the association’s recent activities, and looks forward to what will be the first BSAVA Congress since 2019 to be held as a fully face-to-face event. She also looks at key discussions taking place at congress – including the neurodiversity stream on Friday 24 March – and discusses the expansion of the Wellbeing Zone, which debuted last year. Mr Gorman will become BSAVA president in the summer, and in this podcast discusses some of his priorities and ambitions for the year ahead. He also explains how the BSAVA is aspiring for congress to be a carbon-neutral event, as part of the association’s ongoing sustainability initiatives. _________________________________ 𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗡 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗠𝗔𝗡 𝗕𝗩𝗠𝗦(𝗛𝗼𝗻𝘀), 𝗣𝗵𝗗, 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗔𝗩𝗣, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Dr Speakman qualified from the University of Glasgow in 1991 and, after a year in mixed practice in Lancashire, completed a residency in feline medicine followed by a PhD on Bordetella bronchiseptica infection. Following a short period of post-doctoral research, she returned to small animal practice in Lancashire. Apart from a two-year spell as a veterinary technical director in industry and a year in Australia, Dr Speakman has remained with her roots in the north-west for most of her working life. She currently works in a small animal practice in Lancashire and has recently completed her CertAVP. Dr Speakman first joined the BSAVA as a new graduate and has been a member ever since, joining her local regional committee in 1995 followed by spells on the education committee, congress committee and PetSavers committee, and as honorary secretary. She is BSAVA president for 2022-23 and sits on the association’s north west regional committee. 𝗖𝗔𝗥𝗟 𝗚𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗡 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Mr Gorman graduated from the University of Bristol in 1985, and after working in Swindon, Portsmouth and Cheshire, took on Falkland Veterinary Clinic in Newbury, Berkshire, in 1989, where he is now clinical director. He has a wide range of clinical interests, including surgery, avian and exotic medicine, and geriatrics. Since 2000, Mr Gorman has been small animal editor, and now consultant editor of UK-Vet Companion Animal. He is the author of Clients, Pets and Vets: Communication and Management, about communication and non-clinical aspects of practice; and The Ageing Dog, which advises clients on the care of geriatric dogs. He is also writing the palliative care chapter for the new edition of the BSAVA Manual of Advanced Veterinary Nursing. Mr Gorman will be BSAVA president for 2023-24 and will take over from Alison Speakman at the association’s annual meeting, taking place in June.

More than 20 modules make up the lecture programme for BSAVA Congress 2023, which takes place in Manchester from 23-25 March. Ahead of the event, congress committee chairperson Paul Higgs joins the Vet Times Podcast to discuss how the sessions have evolved from last year’s initial event in Manchester and shares his anticipation for the event – including picking out some highlights from the lecture programme. Mr Higgs also discusses the “Day in the Life of” stream, which returns following its debut at last year’s congress. This year, it features two live case work-ups, which will bring an element of jeopardy to the drama-based sessions – and it’s Mr Higgs who will be putting his reputation on the line as he works up each case in front of a live audience. _____________________________________ 𝗣𝗔𝗨𝗟 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗚𝗦 𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗠𝗕, 𝗕𝗔, 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗦𝗔𝗠, 𝗗𝗶𝗽𝗘𝗖𝗩𝗜𝗠, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 An RCVS and European specialist in small animal internal medicine, Paul became a diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine in 2014. He is CVO at CVS Group, where he oversees all clinical quality improvement work in farm, equine and small animal, first opinion and referral divisions. He joined CVS in 2018 and, prior to his current role, was clinical director at Highcroft Referrals Hospital in Bristol, where he still practises. Paul is highly focused on supporting the development of the profession and chairs the BSAVA Congress programme committee, a role he has held since 2020.

VN Happy Hour welcomed three of the biggest names in UK veterinary nursing when the hugely successful live event returned on 23 February 2023. The online event saw a lively discussion around the theme of “Protect the title”, during which our panel explained why it’s so important to protect the “veterinary nurse” title and what this would mean for you as a VN, as well as the profession. More than 1,200 delegates have attended VN Happy Hour events since the concept was first launched during the pandemic, and we experienced one of our biggest turnout to date when BVNA president Charlotte Pace, Linnaeus chief nursing officer Andrea Jefferey and RCVS VN council chair Matt Rendle, tackled the hot topic of vet nurse title protection. Answering questions sent in by delegates, our all-star panel provided insights and discussed developments on this key issue, as well as offering tips and advice on all things veterinary nursing.

Canine hypothyroidism, and the far less common hypoparathyroidism, are fascinating endocrine diseases that provide diagnostic challenges to vets and ongoing management considerations for owners. Small animal internal medicines specialist Laura Bree joins the Vet Times Podcast to delve a little deeper into this subject. 𝗟𝗔𝗨𝗥𝗔 𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗠𝗩𝗕, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Originally from Galway in Ireland, Laura completed her veterinary undergraduate degree at the University College of Dublin in 2013. She later progressed on to complete a discipline-specific small animal internal medicine internship in 2014. Furthermore, Laura enrolled on to a four-year specialist internal medicine residency and postgraduate doctorate programme at the University College of Dublin, where she achieved the European Diploma in Small Animal Internal Medicine in 2018. Relocating to the UK, Laura spent three years as a specialist internal medicine clinician at Willows Veterinary Referrals, before moving to London to join the London Veterinary Specialist team as its head of medicine in 2022. Laura adores geriatric pets, and has clinical interests including endocrinology and endoscopy.

RVN and clinical tutor in veterinary nursing at Myerscough College Rachel Pilling has always had a passion for well-being and is a strong advocate in supporting mental health of veterinary professionals. Having always wanted to become a wellness coach, the time never seemed to be right. However, a devastating diagnosis for Rachel paved the way to building a new business to help others look after their mental health and learn lessons in “self kindness”. 𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗟 𝗣𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗥𝗩𝗡, 𝗙𝗗𝗦𝗰𝗭𝗥𝗠, 𝗜𝗤𝗔 Rachel always pursued a career working with animals – from horses at her local riding school to an animal keeper at a safari park for eight years, followed by the journey to becoming a qualified veterinary nurse. After the birth of her daughter Meghan, Rachel moved into a more supportive role as a clinical tutor of veterinary nursing at Myerscough College, alongside locum work as an RVN. When Rachel returned to practice after a year of maternity leave, she noticed a difference in her confidence and looked at ways to build this back up, which was difficult while working part-time hours. Following a diagnosis of invasive ductal carcinoma in August 2022, Rachel was given the push to complete an accredited diploma in life coaching in October 2022 and decided to set up her own coaching business, with a focus on improving positivity and mental well-being within the veterinary profession. She wants to help others discover their own potential and to show that anything is achievable with the right mindset. Rachel is in the early stages of developing her business, but is very excited to see where it will lead and the impact that it will have on professionals working within the veterinary sector. For business updates, follow Rachel at https://www.instagram.com/the_veterinary_coach/

The inaugural Vet Times Big 6 Live debate, held at the 2023 SPVS Congress in Birmingham, saw senior figures in the sector tackled key issues for the future of veterinary practice, including the “under care” debate, the use of technology in practice, working patterns, ownership and management models. The live debate, hosted by chief reporter Allister Webb, featured RCVS president Melissa Donald, BVA president Malcolm Morley, XLVets chief executive Andrew Curwen, BVNA president Charlotte Pace, PetsApp co-founder Thom Jenkins and SPVS board member Ami Sawran.

Burnout, mental health issues and staff turnover are challenges that continue to affect the veterinary profession. Angela Chapman, senior veterinary nursing lecturer at Melbourne Polytechnic and graduate researcher at La Trobe University, joins Chris Simpson to discuss her new vet nurse burnout prevention survey [https://www.veterinaryburnout.com.au/workplace-survey]. Podcast music: “Funky Chunk” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com), licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Neonatal diarrhoea is a common problem found on many cattle farms in the UK and is a major cause of economic losses for farmers, estimated to cost the UK cattle industry around £11million annually. Fencovis® is the most recent addition to the well-established Boehringer Ingelheim cattle vaccine range. It is licensed to prevent calf scour caused by bovine rotavirus and E coli K99, to reduce the incidence and severity of scour caused by bovine coronavirus and to reduce faecal shedding in scour caused by bovine rotavirus and bovine coronavirus. Fencovis® combines killed antigen with an oil-free adjuvant to deliver optimal safety and efficacy. It comes as a ready-to-use injection available in 1, 5 and 25 dose packs. In this podcast, we speak to independent animal health researcher Jamie Robertson and Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health ruminant vet advisor Becca Cavill to explore some of the preventive steps that would be useful to discuss with clients to help reduce the risk of scour in calves. _____________________________ 𝗝𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗘 𝗥𝗢𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗧𝗦𝗢𝗡 Having graduated in agricultural science from the University of Aberdeen in 1977, Jamie later left the UK to live and work abroad on livestock development programmes. After returning to Aberdeen in 1984 for an MSc in animal production, he has since worked on R&D projects examining the link between environment and animal health. He is currently director of livestock management systems and honorary fellow at the University of Aberdeen and the University of Edinburgh Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies. 𝗕𝗘𝗖𝗖𝗔 𝗖𝗔𝗩𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Becca graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2003 and spent 18 years in clinical farm practice before becoming ruminant veterinary advisor for the south of the UK at Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health in 2021. _____________________________ 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗗 This podcast is brought to you by Fencovis® from Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health. Fencovis® contains inactivated E coli expressing F5(K99) adhesin, inactivated bovine rotavirus and inactivated bovine coronavirus. UK: POM-V. Further information available in the SPC or from Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health UK Ltd, RG12 8YS, UK. UK Tel: 01344 746960 (sales) or 01344 746957 (technical), Email: vetenquiries@boehringer-ingelheim.com Fencovis® is a registered trademark of Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica GmbH, used under licence. UI-BOV-0008-2023.©2023 Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health UK Ltd. All rights reserved. Date of preparation: January 2023. Use Medicines Responsibly.

Elbow dysplasia is a cause of lameness in young dogs and osteoarthritis in older ones, with medial compartment disease one step in canine OA progression. Vet Phil Witte joins the Vet Times Podcast this week to discuss the conditions, diagnoses and all the surgical options. 𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗟 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗧𝗘, 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗔𝗩𝗣(𝗚𝗦𝗔𝗦) 𝗕𝗦𝗰 𝗗𝗦𝗔𝗦(𝗢𝗿𝘁𝗵) 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 An RCVS specialist in small animal surgery (orthopaedics), Phil has worked in general practice and as an orthopaedic surgeon in referral practice. He holds the RCVS certificate in small animal surgery and the RCVS diploma in small animal orthopaedics. He currently works as the lead surgeon at Cornwall Veterinary Referrals. His interests include trauma management, angular limb deformity and joint disease. He has written a Focus article for Vet Times (Volume 53, Issue 4, Pages 8-10) called “Medial compartment disease – what is it? And what can we do?”, which will be available soon via vettimes.co.uk

Lameness is the most costly of all endemic dairy cattle health disorders, and can cause damage to reputations, as well as welfare problems. We probe foot health in this Vet Times Podcast, where vet specialist Owen Atkinson discusses the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board’s Healthy Feet Programme and how and why vets need to be at the heart of lameness team working on farm. _______________ 𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗡 𝗔𝗧𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗡, 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰, 𝗗𝗖𝗛𝗣, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Owen worked in farm practice for more than 20 years before establishing Dairy Veterinary Consultancy in 2013. He now provides strategic health advice and training to ruminant and dairy agri-businesses, vet practices and dairy farmers throughout UK. Awarded the RCVS Diploma in Cattle Health and Production in 2013, Owen is an RCVS-recognised specialist, a CowSignals master trainer and a Nuffield Scholar (2010). His interests include lameness; youngstock; building design; rumen health; and responsible use of medicines. Owen’s mission is to improve the lives of cows and the people who care for them. He has written a Focus article on dairy cattle lameness, due to appear in a future Vet Times (Volume 53, Issue 5), and later online.

Treatment fundamentals for wounds should be the same regardless of the severity of diverse causes. In this podcast, small animal specialist Jon Hall joins us to discuss all the important wound care considerations and innovations. _____________________ Jon Hall is a European College of Veterinary Surgeons and RCVS diplomate in small animal surgery. He is a fellow of the RCVS, a senior fellow of the Higher Education Academy and a professor in small animal surgery at the University of Nottingham. Jon is head of soft tissue surgery at Wear Referrals. Along with Emily Frapwell, he has co-written a Focus article in Vet Times (Volume 52, Issue 50, Pages 4-6) called “Wound care in companion animals: options and innovations”. It is online now at CPD+ – Vet Times’ academy of exclusive content. Visit https://bit.ly/3IhbHPL

In this latest Vet Times Jobs People Match Podcast, Stephanie Sorrell – also known as The Mindful Vet – joins us to talk about her veterinary journey, the challenges she has faced, well-being and issues around burnout. ______________________ 𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗣𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗘 𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗟 𝗕𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗠𝗲𝗱 (𝗛𝗼𝗻𝘀) 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗭𝗖𝗩𝗦 𝗗𝗶𝗽𝗘𝗖𝗩𝗜𝗠-𝗖𝗔 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Stephanie graduated from the RVC and undertook her residency in internal medicine at the University of Edinburgh. She is a European internal medicine specialist and RCVS feline specialist. Stephanie is the director of Canine and Feline Medicine Consultancy Ltd, through which she provides locum internal medicine and feline medicine cover to private and university-based referral practices. As well as this she is a senior consultant for Virtual Veterinary Specialists, which provides telemedicine advice to practitioners and is part of the FIP advice team. In addition to her clinical work, she is passionate about improving mental health and well-being for those within the veterinary profession. She has successfully completed a Mental Health Awareness and Wellbeing Diploma as well as Mindfulness Champion training, and is currently working towards becoming a fully accredited mindfulness teacher. As director of The Mindful Vet [https://themindfulvet.co.uk] Stephanie provides bespoke internal medicine and feline medicine clinical CPD as well as non-clinical CPD such as well-being, burnout and resilience. Stephanie has a passion for teaching and has lectured extensively at conferences and CPD events as well as publishing original research papers in journals and textbooks both on clinical and non-clinical CPD topics.

Regulatory compliance within the biocides industry has long been a source of confusion. With regulations changing so significantly post-Brexit, it’s easy to lose track of what to look for in a compliant and effective veterinary disinfectant. Here, Anna Williams, senior regulatory manager, and Chris Plummer, head of technical at Byotrol plc, an antimicrobial technology specialist and manufacturer of Anigene professional surface disinfectant cleaner, discuss how changing regulations are likely to impact the veterinary sector. This podcast will discuss changes in the Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR), the impact on the veterinary sector, how the BPR changes will improve quality of products and how veterinary organisations should choose a supported product. _____________________ 𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗔 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗜𝗔𝗠𝗦 Anna is the senior regulatory manager for biocides at Byotrol, ensuring biocidal products are compliant with the relevant regulations, and providing guidance on the development of new technologies. Having graduated from Bournemouth University with a degree in environmental science, Anna has a passion for science and technology, and has worked closely with competent authorities across the UK and Europe to bring approved biocidal, detergent and cosmetic products to market. 𝗖𝗛𝗥𝗜𝗦 𝗣𝗟𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗥 Head of technology at Byotrol, Dr Plummer joined the company in 2009 as chief microbiologist. Prior to his career at Byotrol, Dr Plummer worked for Unilever, where he held several R&D roles including research microbiologist in household care, skin care, and oral care. He is an active member of the British Standards Institute (BSI) Committee, a collaborative industry group which is dedicated to creating new standards for chemical disinfectants and antiseptics. Dr Plummer graduated with a BSc in microbiology from the University of Central Lancashire, and a PhD in microbiology from the University of Sheffield, researching disease mechanisms in heart valve infections.

Diabetes mellitus can present more of a challenge in cats due to difficulties handling, investigating and handling the patient, but with the right approach it is possible to return a cat to normal blood glucose levels. In this edition of the Vet Times Podcast, we hear from Kit Sturgess about managing this condition. He has written the article “Diabetes mellitus in cats – a case-based approach”, which was in Vet Times (Volume 52, Issue 47, Pages 6-9). It is online at vettimes.co.uk (https://www.vettimes.co.uk/article/diabetes-mellitus-in-cats-a-case-based-approach/) _________________________ 𝗞𝗜𝗧 𝗦𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗠𝗔, 𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗠𝗕, 𝗣𝗵𝗗, 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗩𝗥, 𝗗𝗦𝗔𝗠, 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗩𝗖, 𝗙𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Kit graduated from the University of Cambridge in 1986, then spent six years in general veterinary practice. He has further professional qualifications in imaging, cardiology and internal medicine, as well as a PhD awarded for looking at the effects of FIV on mucosal immune function. Kit is a fellow of the RCVS, a specialist in small animal internal medicine and an advanced practitioner in veterinary cardiology. He has been seeing referral small animal medicine cases for the past 25 years, both at university-based and private specialist practices. Kit’s love of teaching and learning led him to develop a new, more flexible, role combining lecturing, writing and clinic time. The majority of his clinical time is spent providing an internal medicine service at Optivet Referrals in Havant, Hampshire. He maintains a keen interest in many areas of internal medicine and has authored numerous articles and two textbooks, and presented lectures and research abstracts at conferences worldwide. In July, he was announced by Cats Protection as its new chair of trustees, who will lead the board of volunteer trustees responsible for values, strategy and overall performance at the UK’s leading cat charity.

Welcome to this latest Vet Times Jobs People Match Podcast, where we’re delighted to be joined by Emily Bridges, graduate programme lead at Vets4Pets. Emily has diversified in her career, and here she takes us through her own journey to help others looking to make a change in the direction of their own working lives. ___________________ 𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬 𝗕𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗚𝗘𝗦 𝗕𝗩𝗠 𝗕𝗩𝗦 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Emily graduated from the first cohort at the University of Nottingham School of Veterinary Medicine and Science in 2011. She spent eight-and-a-half years in small animal practices in Birmingham and Brighton before taking on the role of graduate programme lead at Vets4Pets. During her time in practice she developed a keen interest in education, mentoring numerous student vets, nurses and new graduates as well as supporting small group teaching at Surrey. In her current role, she supports around 200 Vets4Pets graduates across the UK, providing pastoral support and a comprehensive programme of CPD. She is a trained practitioner in both emotional intelligence and insights as well as being a mental health first aider. Emily lives in Brighton and spends most of her time either in the sea or renovating her project house.

Chickens are being increasingly kept as pets – and with it comes the likelihood of presentations in practice. So, ahead of her lecture at the London Vet Show, Henrietta Kodilinye‑Sims addresses some of the challenges: from identifying clinical signs to responsible prescribing in line with legislative requirements. Henri also offers some tips for nursing care plans… ___________________ 𝗛𝗘𝗡𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗧𝗧𝗔 𝗞𝗢𝗗𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗬𝗘-𝗦𝗜𝗠𝗦 𝗕𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗠𝗲𝗱, 𝗣𝗴𝗗𝗶𝗽𝗩𝗘𝗣𝗛, 𝗚𝗖𝗟𝗧, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Henri is an experienced poultry veterinarian who focuses on improving the health and welfare of family poultry (pet and backyard). Her background as a hen owner, companion animal vet and commercial poultry vet provided the perfect experience for her roles as a practitioner and educator. She is owner of Surrey Poultry Vet; co-owner of Happy Healthy Hens; senior lecturer at the University of Surrey School of Veterinary Medicine; commercial poultry consultant; Vet Record poultry editor; British Veterinary Poultry Association committee member and education lead; and Surrey Poultry Society veterinarian. This podcast is also available as a webinar at www.vettimes.co.uk/article/pet-poultry-dont-panic/

In this week’s podcast we discuss the changing landscape of veterinary medical education, with Prof Stavros Malas and Prof Michael Herrtage from the newly launched School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Nicosia in Cyprus. Prof Stavros Malas – dean of the School of Veterinary Medicine at University of Nicosia – has expertise in generating transgenic animal models, embryo manipulation, stem cell biology, molecular genetics and in vitro genetic recombination techniques. Prof Michael Herrtage is programme director, joining the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Nicosia after more than 30 years at the University of Cambridge, including a 14-year period as dean of the University of Cambridge Veterinary School. 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗗 This podcast is sponsored by the University of Nicosia in Cyprus which recently launched the first School of Veterinary Medicine in Cyprus, offering a five-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine programme in English including practical training from the first year of study. The Doctor of Veterinary Medicine programme is an innovative approach to a changing world. The School recognises and embraces the principle of One Health connecting the health of people, the health of animals and the health of the environment which is critical for our future. For more information about this dynamic Doctor of Veterinary Medicine programme offered in Cyprus, visit www.unic.ac.cy/vet

Allergic dermatitis is one of the most challenging chronic conditions we face in practice. Not just clinically, but because owners expect their dogs to return to “normal.”   In this podcast with Darren Berger, US board certified dermatologist and Elanco’s head of allergy and dermatology, we’ll look at the science behind Zenrelia, the new JAK inhibitor helping dogs get back to normal, and how it’s changing how we manage itchy dogs and their owners. Dr Berger is a American board-certified veterinary dermatologist with extensive experience in clinical practice, research and education. He is an accomplished speaker and an author and editor, having written many journal articles and his own textbook. He has special interests in clinical pharmacology and the management of allergic skin diseases and prior to joining Elanco Animal Health, he was a tenured professor at Iowa State University. Dr Berger resides in Iowa with his family, but you will often find him sharing his passion for dermatology through speaking events around the country and internationally. SPONSORED This podcast is sponsored by Elanco Animal Health, the company behind Zenrelia. Zenrelia™ film coated tablets contain ilunocitinib. Legal category POM-V in UK, POM in IE. For further information call Elanco Animal Health on +44(0)1256 353131 or write to: Elanco UK AH Limited, Form 2, Bartley Way, Bartley Wood Business Park, Hook, RG27 9XA, United Kingdom. For further information, consult the product SPC. Zenrelia, Elanco and the diagonal bar logo are trademarks of Elanco or its affiliates.
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In this Vet Times Podcast, Leanne Dobrowolski joins Paul Imrie to discuss how physiotherapy is growing in importance in management of chronic pain cases, and offers advice on training as a veterinary physiotherapist. 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗘 𝗗𝗢𝗕𝗥𝗢𝗪𝗢𝗟𝗦𝗞𝗜 𝗠𝗦𝗰𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗣𝗵𝘆𝘀, 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗩𝗣𝗵𝘆𝘀, 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗘𝗱(𝗠𝗱𝘅), 𝗕𝗦𝗰(𝗛𝗼𝗻𝘀), 𝗙𝗱𝗦𝗰, 𝗥𝗩𝗡, 𝗟𝟯𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗦𝗔, 𝗠𝗜𝗥𝗩𝗔𝗣, 𝗖𝗖 Leanne has worked in veterinary medicine since 2008 and graduated from Nottingham Trent University in 2013 as an RVN. Once qualified, Leanne established a keen interest in animal rehabilitation and volunteered with wildlife in South Africa, Costa Rica and Thailand. Leanne’s passion for rehabilitation developed and this led to her completing a Master of Science in Veterinary Physiotherapy at the University of Nottingham and a level 3 certificate in hydrotherapy at K9 Hydro Services. Leanne now has her own veterinary physiotherapy and hydrotherapy clinic in Peterborough, Healing Hands Animal Physiotherapy. 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗗 This podcast is brought to you by Galliprant, from Elanco. As the only piprant-class NSAID, Galliprant is the most targeted oral treatment for canine OA. With the power to precisely target OA pain, Galliprant can be used from first diagnosis and for as long as needed, even in young dogs. As recent data shows, OA is much more common in young dogs than first thought. This new study revealed that 41% of young dogs had radiographic OA, and two-thirds of those had associated pain. Based on this insight, early intervention in young dogs could improve quality of life for years to come. As the most targeted oral treatment for canine OA, Galliprant can play a key role in this early stage of OA management. Hear expert opinion on this new data and what it could mean for young dogs with OA at www.myelanco.co.uk/brand/galliprant-hear-the-experts

This winter marks 10 years since the first cases of cutaneous and renal glomerular vasculopathy – commonly known as Alabama rot – in the UK. Since then, almost 300 cases have been confirmed across 47 UK counties. The disease has a 90% mortality rate. As research into the disease continues, we’re joined by David Walker of Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists in Hampshire. David is the UK’s foremost authority on the disease – and in this podcast, he takes us on a journey from when it was first recognised in the US in the 1980s, through to its emergence in the UK and trends seen with cases. He also discusses the ongoing research. During this podcast, David refers to images and an animation in the webinar. This can be watched in our new Alabama rot collection on Vet Times CPD+, alongside a gallery of images and additional resources. https://cpd.vettimes.co.uk/cpd-plus/companion-animal/cpd-alabama-rot ________________ 𝗗𝗔𝗩𝗜𝗗 𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞𝗘𝗥 𝗕𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗠𝗲𝗱(𝗛𝗼𝗻𝘀), 𝗗𝗶𝗽𝗔𝗖𝗩𝗜𝗠, 𝗗𝗶𝗽𝗘𝗖𝗩𝗜𝗠-𝗖𝗔, 𝗙𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 David is an RCVS, American and European board-recognised specialist in small animal internal medicine. He graduated at the RVC and completed a one-year rotating internship at its Queen Mother Hospital for Animals. After a year in first opinion practice, David returned to RVC to undertake a three-year residency in small animal internal medicine, which he completed in 2008. David passed the certifying examination of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) in the same year, thus becoming an ACVIM diplomate and American-recognised specialist in small animal internal medicine. Following his residency training, David remained at the RVC as a lecturer in small animal internal medicine and has worked in private referral practice since 2009. He Anderson Moores to head the medicine service in 2011. He is interested in all aspects of internal medicine, but particularly gastroenterology and endocrinology. In 2019, David was made a fellow of the RCVS for meritorious contributions to clinical practice. Fellowship is the highest status of membership of the college and is awarded for outstanding contributions to the veterinary profession.

In this podcast, Gudrun Ravetz, head of workplace engagement at Vets4Pets and Vicky Hill, people director at Vets4Pets, discuss the importance of mental health in the workplace and the support available to veterinary practice teams. Gudrun will discuss her own experience of mental health first aid training, developed in partnership with Talkout, and Vets4Pets’ commitment to having a trained colleague in every practice. It will cover factors that can influence a colleague’s mental health in practice, the impact of mental health on workplace culture, learnings from the findings of Vets4Pets’ Project Listen and measures the company has brought in to support teams. ______________________________ 𝗚𝗨𝗗𝗥𝗨𝗡 𝗥𝗔𝗩𝗘𝗧𝗭 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Gudrun has recently been appointed in the newly created role of head of workplace engagement with Vets4Pets to help support colleagues and partners in the group’s practices. She has more than 20 years’ experience and has worked as a clinician in private practice and for charities, and is a former president of both the BVA and SPVS. In addition to her clinical experience, she has worked in several veterinary-related roles in industry, management and as a consultant, as well as chairing the BVA’s Good Veterinary Workplaces working group. She will work closely with colleagues and partners across Vets4Pets and Companion Care practices to support the implementation of the BVA’s Good Veterinary Workplaces code as it continues to be adopted across the estate. The appointment follows Vets4Pets’ inaugural Project Listen report, which revealed an industry-wide need for increased support and recognition, and is part of an ongoing commitment to workplace engagement. Both the report and initiatives being implemented are discussed in this podcast. ______________________________ 𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗔 𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗟 Vicky has been an HR professional for 25 years and has held Chartered CIPD Fellow status for 12 years. She has been part of the Pets at Home Group People team for 11 years and during that time has worked with the specialist division, retail and support office teams. ______________________________ 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗗 Vets4Pets, which is part of Pets at Home, operates a national network of practices that are run by partners who enjoy clinical freedom and have the independence to run their own practice. Each practice offers a comprehensive range of treatments for small animals. From vaccinations, neutering and general health care advice to specialised services such as intensive care medicine and surgical procedures.

As fireworks season approaches, RVN Nikki McLeod joins VN Times editor Rachael Buzzel to advise on how practices can support pet owners and their pets through this unsettling time and why vet nurses are perfectly placed to do this. ___________________ 𝗡𝗜𝗞𝗞𝗜 𝗠𝗰𝗟𝗘𝗢𝗗, 𝗕𝗦𝗰(𝗛𝗼𝗻𝘀) 𝗥𝗩𝗡, 𝗜𝗦𝗙𝗠 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗙𝗡 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗙𝗕 Nikki, a self-confessed “crazy cat lady” and “study geek”, has been an RVN since 2000. She is a cat advocate and consulting nurse for a small animal practice in Fife, and is studying for multiple certificates. Not satisfied with gaining her first undergraduate degree at 50, she is now going on to study Clinical Animal Behaviour at The University of Edinburgh, with a view to becoming a practice-based clinical animal behaviourist. She will also be joining BVNA council and serving a three-year term in October.

Ahead of taking over as BVA president, Malcolm Morley joined us to discuss his priorities for the year ahead – including his theme of investing in people, and how he’s looking forward to leading the association over the next 12 months. Malcolm also previews several sessions at the London Vet Show that tie in with his theme. We also speak to Justine Shotton about her presidency, which has just ended. Justine reflects on the success of her theme of sustainability, as well as some of the BVA’s ongoing campaigns, and discusses how much she enjoyed her term. ___________________ 𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗧𝗢𝗡 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰, 𝗠𝗦𝗰, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Justine is a 2008 University of Bristol veterinary graduate with a first class intercalated degree in veterinary pathology from the RVC. She has always had a passion for conservation – after graduating she volunteered at wildlife rehabilitation centres in Guatemala and a small animal clinic in Honduras before spending five years working as a mixed practice vet in Oxfordshire. After completing a master’s in wild animal health from the RVC and Zoological Society of London (ZSL), she joined the ZSL as a postgraduate research assistant and wildlife vet for its Species Recovery Programme. While there, she researched and advised on disease risks and management strategies for reintroductions and translocations of native and European wildlife species following local extinctions or population reductions. Since 2015, Dr Shotton has worked at Marwell Zoo in Hampshire. As veterinary services manager, she leads a team of veterinary professionals and animal scientists to optimise the welfare of zoo and wild animals, and is involved in several wildlife reintroduction projects, including the international programme to reintroduce the scimitar oryx back into the wild in Chad in 2016. Justine was BVA president in 2021-22 – during which she took a sabbatical from her role at Marwell Zoo – and campaigned to make sustainability a key priority for the veterinary profession. ____________________ 𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗠 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗘𝗬 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Malcolm qualified from the University of Bristol in 1993. He started his career at Liphook Equine Hospital, and has worked in the UK and Australia. He was a joint founder of Stable Close Equine Practice in 2003 and his main interest is pre-purchase examination. Malcolm has been a BEVA council member, chairing its pre-purchase examination committee. He has also been a member of the BVA’s policy committee and is BVA president for 2022-23.

Welcome to this episode of the Vet Times Podcast previewing the Wooldridge Memorial Lecture at BVA Congress, which is taking place as part of the London Vet Show. This year’s speaker is Matt Morgan, an intensive care doctor. He is about to release his second book, which explores the concept of one health. In his lecture, Matt will call for doctors to work closer with vets – and ahead of the show, he joined us to explain more… ______________________ 𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗪 𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗔𝗡 Matt Morgan is an intensive care doctor, researcher and author. His open letter addressed to patients during the COVID pandemic has been read by more than half a million people worldwide and viewed by more than three million times after featuring on Channel 4. His first book, Critical, published in 2019, has been translated into four languages and featured in The Times. Matt has spoken to large audiences at some of the largest book festivals in the world, and on a number of popular podcasts and radio programmes. He has also appeared on a number of television programmes, both in the UK and internationally. He was nominated for the 2020 Royal Society David Attenborough Prize for public engagement in science.

The London Vet Show will once again host BVA Congress – where one session will discuss the impact of the cost of living crisis, and how the veterinary profession can continue to provide pragmatic and affordable care for all creatures great and small, while maintaining high standards of welfare. BVA past‑president Robin Hargreaves is a panellist in the session – and he joins us for this podcast to explain how he thinks the profession will find imaginative solutions to the challenge… _____________________ 𝗥𝗢𝗕𝗜𝗡 𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗩𝗘𝗦 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Robin graduated from University of Liverpool in 1985 and has been in first opinion general practice since. Since 1988 he has worked exclusively with companion animals at Stanley House Veterinary Group, a large mixed practice in east Lancashire. Today, he is a director of the 18-vet practice and works full-time in first opinion clinical work. Robin was BVA president in 2013-14 and now chairs the University of Liverpool Veterinary Alumni Association. He also sits on RVC council and is senior veterinary advisor on the veterinary panel of Agria Pet Insurance.

Experienced veterinarian Jeffrey Powers discusses the use of cannabidiol (CBD) therapy in veterinary medicine. This podcast aims to debunk some of the myths and misconceptions behind the use of CBD with pets and explore the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and how it works. With helpful advice and guidance around safety, efficacy and dosing administration, this is episode of the Vet Times podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in CBD therapy. __________________________ 𝗝𝗘𝗙𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗬 𝗣𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗗𝗩𝗠 Dr Powers earned his veterinary degree with Honours from Michigan State University in 1980, then began his clinical practice working predominantly in dairy and equine practice. He founded South Sanilac Veterinary Hospital in 1983 and has practised in both large and small animal practices ever since. He is currently the owner of Veterinary Clinics North, which has two branches in Michigan. Dr Powers was president of the Michigan Veterinary Medical Association (MVMA) in 1997 and has served on numerous MVMA and American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) committees and councils. Dr Powers recently chaired the AVMA’s Council on Biologic and Therapeutic Agents, and helped form the AVMA's Veterinary Cannabis Academy. In addition, he provides veterinary services to the carriage horses and small animals on Mackinac Island, which sits in Lake Huron between Michigan's upper and lower peninsulas. He also serves as a board member of the Independent Veterinary Practitioners Association. __________________________ 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗗: This podcast is brought to you by Pets Choice, suppliers of VetLeaf CBD Solutions. As one of the UK’s leading pet product suppliers, Pets Choice have recently established a veterinary division, partnering with Avida Global to develop a range of CBD oral dosage formats prescribable under the cascade. To request more information or to discuss your veterinary clinic’s requirements email specials@petschoice.co.uk.

After a bit of a break, regular hosts Rachael Buzzel and James Westgate hit the ground running with a Medivet sponsored episode titled “Know your worth – are VNs paid enough? How to gain confidence when talking about money”. Our lead interview is with BVNA council member Lyndsay Hughes, who spearheads a nursing network within XLVets and believes empowering nurses will lead to improved confidence in them being able to achieve all that they want to within their roles. Joining her in our panel discussion will be VMG senior vice-president and WSAVA executive director Rich Casey, and financial advisor Ruth Downs, who uses her knowledge to help simplify finance for others. This episode originally took place at 8pm on 29 September 2022.

As always, BCVA Congress will see the handover of the association’s presidency. This year, Colin Mason will be taking over from Elizabeth Berry – and both joined the Vet Times Podcast to discuss objectives, new initiatives and this year’s event. Among the topics are the Animal Health and Welfare Pathway, which is due to launch in England this autumn; roll-out of the new cattle hoof care standards scheme; bovine viral diarrhoea eradication programmes; some of the workshops being held at congress; and the social aspects of this year’s event. Congress takes place at the Hilton Metropole Birmingham from 20 to 22 October. ___________________ 𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗭𝗔𝗕𝗘𝗧𝗛 𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗥𝗬 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰, 𝗣𝗵𝗗, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Elizabeth qualified at the University of Liverpool in 1986 and has enjoyed a varied career, which included five years in mixed practice and a period at the Milk Marketing Board (now Genus), running a mastitis consultancy field service. She has worked with the health product manufacturer Animax since the early 90s and has a PhD in bovine mastitis from the Institute for Animal Health. 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗡 𝗠𝗔𝗦𝗢𝗡 𝗕𝗩𝗠&𝗦, 𝗕𝗦𝗰, 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗖𝗛𝗣, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Colin has lived and worked as a farm vet in south-west Scotland for more than 20 years. He is currently a veterinary investigation officer based at Scotland’s Rural College’s Disease Surveillance Centre in Dumfries. His current role is very diverse – on a day-to-day basis it brings him into contact with vets, farmers and the wider agricultural industry across south-west Scotland to help investigate current animal health and disease issues. Colin will be the 2022-23 president of the BCVA, taking over the role at congress.

SPONSORED In today’s episode, sponsored by Royal Canin, we celebrate 20 years of Royal Canin’s partnership with the University of Liverpool’s Obesity Care Clinic – the world’s first specialist weight loss clinic for cats and dogs. This pioneering collaboration has transformed obesity care, combining expert research with exceptional service for clients and referring vet practices. Join us as Georgia Woods-Lee and Professor Alex German share how the Royal Canin Obesity Care Clinic is shaping the future of pet health and the vital role vets can play in tackling obesity. In 2015, Georgia Woods-Lee took the position of clinical lead for the Royal Canin Weight Management Clinic (recently renamed the Royal Canin Obesity Care Clinic) at the University of Liverpool, Small Animal Teaching Hospital, where she is now dealing exclusively with pet obesity care and nutrition. Georgia was awarded her Certificate in Canine and Feline Veterinary Health Nutrition in 2017, the American Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) in nutrition certificate in 2019 , and her BSc (Hons) Veterinary Nursing (Top-up) degree in 2022. Georgia is currently working towards a PhD in pet obesity. Alex German holds the position of Royal Canin professor of small animal medicine at the University of Liverpool. He is a 1994 graduate of the University of Bristol and, after spending two years in mixed practice, returned to Bristol to undertake a PhD in mucosal immunology, and then a residency in small animal internal medicine. He is a diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine and also a RCVS-recognised specialist in internal medicine. His clinical and research interests include comparative obesity biology, ageing, preventing chronic disease, gastroenterology, and evidence-based veterinary medicine. For more on the clinic, visit its website at https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/small-animal-teaching-hospital/clinical-services/weight-management/

Ahead of BCVA Congress, we catch up with Fiona Lovatt to discuss progress with the Farm Vet Champions project, which launched last year. Spearheaded by RCVS Knowledge, the project is a collaboration between a number of veterinary organisations – including the BCVA – to empower the livestock profession to establish good antimicrobial stewardship. More than 700 vets have signed up so far – and in May 2022 the ability to set SMART goals was launched, allowing champions to set individual or team targets towards more responsible antibiotic use and healthier stock on farms. Fiona is clinical lead of Farm Vet Champions, and in this episode she discusses the SMART goals platform, how the project is leading the way for the veterinary profession, and future developments with the scheme. __________________ 𝗙𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔 𝗟𝗢𝗩𝗔𝗧𝗧 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰, 𝗣𝗵𝗗, 𝗗𝗛𝗦𝗣, 𝗗𝗶𝗽𝗘𝗖𝗦𝗥𝗛𝗠, 𝗙𝗛𝗘𝗔, 𝗙𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Fiona is a clinical associate professor at the University of Nottingham and runs the sheep veterinary consultancy business Flock Health, which works with veterinary surgeons, students, farmers, processors, retailers, and pharmaceutical companies throughout the sheep industry in the UK and abroad. She is a past-president of the Sheep Veterinary Society, and both a European and RCVS-recognised specialist in sheep health and production.

This month, VN Times editor Rachael Buzzel is joined by locum RVN Jack Pye, who specialises in emergency and critical care and has a passion for ultrasonography. Jack is also a member of BVNA council, sits on the VN Times editorial board, and is a regular guest, contributor and official quizmaster on VN Happy Hour. He joins Rachael to discuss his love for ultrasonography; from the lightbulb moment to speaking at BVNA Congress and now offering CPD in practices all around the country. __________________ 𝗝𝗔𝗖𝗞 𝗣𝗬𝗘 𝗥𝗩𝗡 Jack began his career in first opinion practice where he developed a passion for progression. He is currently a locum RVN and undertaking his certificate in emergency and critical care. Jack’s specialist interests are ultrasonography and ECC, and he enjoys sharing his experiences and new learnings by engaging with others on his social media platforms ( @pye_rvn ), with the hope of encouraging and supporting others' professional development. Jack has started providing in-house CPD on ultrasonography and enjoys supporting others in this area of diagnostic imaging.

Canine infectious respiratory disease (CIRD) complex, formerly known as kennel cough, is a contagious cause of acute-onset cough in dogs. To explain more, Langford Vets referral clinician Emi Barker joins this Vet Times Podcast. Emi has also written a Focus article for Vet Times on this subject (Volume 52 Issue 30, Pages 6-8), entitled “Kennel cough beyond the kennel – CIRD and COVID-19’s parallels”, which can be read at https://www.vettimes.co.uk/article/kennel-cough-beyond-the-kennel-cird-and-covid-19s-parallels/ ________________________ 𝗘𝗠𝗜 𝗕𝗔𝗥𝗞𝗘𝗥, 𝗕𝗦𝗰(𝗛𝗼𝗻𝘀), 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰(𝗛𝗼𝗻𝘀), 𝗣𝗵𝗗, 𝗣𝗚𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗧𝗟𝗛𝗘, 𝗗𝗶𝗽𝗘𝗖𝗩𝗜𝗠-𝗖𝗔, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Emi qualified from the University of Bristol in 2003, completed a PhD in companion animal infectious disease in 2011 and gained a European Diploma in Small Animal Internal Medicine in 2016. She is a referral clinician at Langford Vets with an interest in infectious disease.

It might not be new, but preventive medicine is a concept that has certainly grown in importance in the past few years. Veterinary specialist Mike Davies, who has just written a Focus article, “Preventive medicine – what it means in practice”, in Vet Times (Volume 52, Issue 34, Pages 4-7), joins this Vet Times Podcast to discuss what the profession is doing well and where there’s room for improvement. ___________________ 𝗠𝗜𝗞𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗦, 𝗕𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗠𝗲𝗱, 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗩𝗥, 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗦𝗔𝗢, 𝗙𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Mike qualified from the RVC, has RCVS postgraduate certificates in veterinary radiology and small animal orthopaedics, and holds a fellowship by examination in clinical nutrition in cats and dogs. He is an RCVS specialist in veterinary nutrition (small animal clinical nutrition)and has worked in academia, private practice, and for several pet food manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies. He speaks internationally on clinical nutrition and geriatrics, and founded the original City and Guilds certificate in small animal nutrition, and the BVNA certificates in small animal and exotic nutrition. He runs Provet’s certificate course in clinical nutrition. His aforementioned article for Vet Times is online at www.vettimes.co.uk/article/preventive-medicine-what-it-means-in-practice/

Building resilience has been the theme of Alexandra Taylor’s year as BVNA president – and she joins us to review some of those initiatives, as well as preview how the campaign will conclude at congress. Charlotte Pace, who will take over as president at congress, also joins us to provide an insight into her aims and objectives around the theme of empowerment. Mrs Taylor and Ms Pace also discuss the launch of two new BVNA toolkits over the coming months – one aimed at supporting student VNs, the other offering advice around the topic of pay. Congress takes place at Telford International Centre from 7 to 9 October. To learn more about this year’s event, look out for your copy of BVNA Congress Times, being mailed with September‘s VN Times. 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗫 𝗧𝗔𝗬𝗟𝗢𝗥 𝗥𝗩𝗡, 𝗖&𝗚, 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗦𝗔𝗡, 𝗜𝗦𝗙𝗠𝗗𝗶𝗽𝗙𝗡, 𝗜𝗦𝗙𝗠 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗙𝗕 Alex qualified as a nurse in 1997, and has worked in both first opinion and referral practice. She is especially interested in feline nursing – and has completed both the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) feline nursing certificate and diploma, as well as the ISFM Advanced Certificate in Feline Behaviour. Alex runs her own company, “The Cat Nurse”, where she offers CPD about feline nursing and behaviour. She also volunteers for Milton Keynes and District Cats Protection, where she runs workshops about cat behaviour and care for groups of adults and children. A member of the ISFM Feline Wellbeing Panel, Alex has a particular interest in nutrition, behaviour and stress-related diseases. She has been a BVNA council member since 2018 and is the association’s president for 2021-22. 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗟𝗢𝗧𝗧𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝗕𝗔(𝗛𝗼𝗻𝘀), 𝗥𝗩𝗡, 𝗩𝗧𝗦(𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆-𝗜𝗠), 𝗣𝗚𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁(𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗘𝗱), 𝗙𝗛𝗘𝗔 Charlotte qualified as a veterinary nurse in 2003, while working in practice in London. In the same year she moved to the RVC to work as a medicine nurse. In 2006, she became the dedicated cardiology nurse for the RVC Queen Mother Hospital for Animals. In 2010, Charlotte passed American veterinary technician exams and became the first nurse to hold the cardiology qualification outside the US. Since 2012, she has taught veterinary nurses on both degree and diploma programmes. Charlotte returned to veterinary practice in 2015 – she works at Vets4Pets in Cambridge – and continues to write and lecture on veterinary cardiology. Charlotte will become BVNA president for 2022-23 at congress.

RVN Nicola Lakeman is the keynote speaker at BVNA Congress 2022 – and her lecture will give an insight into how resilience has played a part in her career. Ahead of congress, Ms Lakeman joined us to share her excitement for the event and discuss how she hopes delegates will be able to relate to her experiences. “Building resilience” is the headline theme of congress, which takes place at Telford International Centre from 7 to 9 October. To learn more about this year’s event, look out for your copy of BVNA Congress Times, being mailed with September’s VN Times. ________________________ 𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗔 𝗟𝗔𝗞𝗘𝗠𝗔𝗡 𝗠𝗦𝗰, 𝗕𝗦𝗰(𝗛𝗼𝗻𝘀), 𝗥𝗩𝗡, 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗦𝗔𝗡, 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗩𝗡𝗘𝗖𝗖, 𝗩𝗧𝗦(𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻) Nicola worked as the head medical nurse at Plymouth Veterinary Group for 20 years. She is now nutrition manager for IVC Evidensia. Nicola graduated from Hartpury College with an honours degree in equine science and qualified as a veterinary nurse in 2002. She has written for many veterinary publications and textbooks, and is the editor of Aspinall’s Complete Textbook of Veterinary Nursing and consultant editor for The Veterinary Nurse. Nicola has recently gained a Master’s degree in Advanced Veterinary Nursing with the University of Glasgow.

This time last year, BEVA was tentatively preparing to stage the UK’s first major veterinary congress since the outbreak of COVID-19. But this year the event returns in all its former glory – and final preparations are under way for an event that will reunite and champion the equine veterinary profession. In this Vet Times Podcast, BEVA president Huw Griffiths looks back at his objectives and previews congress, while president-elect David Rendle looks forward to his presidential term and reflects on the veterinary profession’s efforts to support colleagues in Ukraine since the country was invaded by Russia earlier this year. _________________________ 𝗛𝘂𝘄 𝗚𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗶𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝗕𝗦𝗰, 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰, 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗔𝗩𝗣 (𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲), 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Huw graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2000. After some time at Auburn University in Alabama, US, he worked in Tipperary where he was based at the Kedrah Stud, where he was primarily involved with sports horse breeding. During this time he also spent time at Colarado State University, US, learning embryo transfer techniques. He then moved back to UK and worked in ambulatory equine practice in Surrey for two and a half years before joining Liphook Equine Hospital in 2004. During his time as an ambulatory vet at Liphook, Huw has continued to develop his interest in stud medicine, and looks after some of the practice’s larger studs as part of its dedicated reproductive team. In 2016, he gained a certificate in equine stud medicine. Huw is the 2021-22 BEVA president. 𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰, 𝗠𝗩𝗠, 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗘𝗠(𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗠𝗲𝗱), 𝗗𝗶𝗽𝗘𝗖𝗘𝗜𝗠, 𝗙𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 David graduated from the University of Bristol in 2001 and then worked in farm animal and equine practice before completing an internship at Liphook Equine Hospital. A three-year Horserace Betting Levy Board residency at the University of Glasgow and Liphook Equine Hospital enabled him to train as a specialist in equine internal medicine, and to gain a Masters by Research into equine asthma and an RCVS certificate in equine medicine. David spent a number of years at Liphook before moving to Rainbow Equine Hospital, North Yorkshire, where he became a director and subsequently a clinical director following the hospital’s acquisition by the VetPartners group. David returned to his West Country roots in 2020, and now works as an independent equine medicine and therapeutics consultant. He is president-elect of BEVA – taking over as president at BEVA Congress 2022 – and chairs its health and medicines committee.

In this Vet Times Extra podcast, Paul Imrie speaks to Gudrun Ravetz, head of workplace engagement, and Dan Makin, joint venture partner at Vets4Pets Poole Holes Bay, to discuss the importance of workplace culture in veterinary practices. ___________________ 𝗚𝗨𝗗𝗥𝗨𝗡 𝗥𝗔𝗩𝗘𝗧𝗭 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Gudrun has recently been appointed in the newly created role of head of workplace engagement with Vets4Pets to help support colleagues and partners in the group’s practices. She has more than 20 years’ experience and has worked as a clinician in private practice and for charities, and is a former president of both the BVA and SPVS. In addition to her clinical experience, she has worked in several veterinary-related roles in industry, management and as a consultant, as well as chairing the BVA’s Good Veterinary Workplaces working group. She will work closely with colleagues and partners across Vets4Pets and Companion Care practices to support the implementation of the BVA’s Good Veterinary Workplaces code as it continues to be adopted across the estate. The appointment follows Vets4Pets’ inaugural Project Listen report, which revealed an industry-wide need for increased support and recognition, and is part of an ongoing commitment to workplace engagement. Both the report and initiatives being implemented are discussed in this podcast. ___________________ 𝗗𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗘𝗟 𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡 𝗕𝗩𝗠𝗦 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗔𝗩𝗣(𝗦𝗔𝗠) 𝗠𝗥𝗦𝗕 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Originally a northern boy, Dan moved to Poole in 2009 having qualified from the University of Glasgow in 2003, and since then has spent time working in mixed, equine, and small animal practice. He lived in New Zealand for two years working in a large equine hospital before returning to the UK to take up full-time work as a small animal vet. In 2019, he completed the RCVS Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice in Small Animal Medicine. He has a real interest in medical conditions affecting cats and dogs with a special interest in hormonal disease and gastrointestinal conditions. Dan has a keen interest in the veterinary profession and is passionate about creating a good workplace for my team to work in and helping the profession as a whole improve on this through my membership of several diversity and inclusion working groups. In 2019 Dan was accredited by the RCVS as an Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Medicine. Dan is also president of the British Veterinary Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender group: https://www.vets4petscareers.com/blogs/helping-our-profession-embrace-inclusion-and-diversity/ ___________________ 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗗 This podcast is sponsored by Vets4Pets, one of the largest veterinary groups in the UK.   Vets4Pets, which is part of the Pets at Home Group, operates a national network of practices that are run by partners who enjoy clinical freedom and have the independence to run their own practice.   Each practice offers a comprehensive range of treatments for small animals. From vaccinations, neutering and general health care advice to specialised services such as intensive care medicine and surgical procedures.

Geriatric cats can have a range of health and welfare issues as they age, but vets and owners can both play rewarding roles in positively impacting their quality of life. Here, with advice on handling some of the challenges and how to empower owners as important members of the vet team, feline medicine specialist Sarah Caney joins us for this Vet Times Podcast. _______________________ 𝗦𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗛 𝗖𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗬 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰 𝗗𝗦𝗔𝗠(𝗙𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲) 𝗣𝗵𝗗 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Sarah graduated from the University of Bristol in 1993, and as a feline-only vet since 1994. She is internationally recognised as one of only a few veterinary specialists in feline medicine working in the UK, enjoys seeing a mixture of first opinion and referral feline patients. She has written a number of books for cat owners and veterinary professionals, including Caring For a Cat With Hyperthyroidism, published by her company Cat Professional, a subdivision of Vet Professionals (www.vetprofessionals.com). She is chief executive and founder of Vet Professionals. _______________________ 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝘆 𝗭𝗼𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘀, 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗮. Solensia is the first and only monoclonal antibody for the alleviation of pain associated with osteoarthritis in cats. Solensia is delivered as a convenient monthly injection, with a proven safety profile, and provides cats with osteoarthritis increased mobility and decreased pain*.  For more information on Solensia, speak to your Zoetis Account Manager to learn more, or visit www.solensia.co.uk   𝖱𝖾𝖿𝖾𝗋𝖾𝗇𝖼𝖾 * Solensia SPC

For the final instalment of our Big 6 series, sponsored by Purina, we revisited the topics from our previous five articles and asked our panel the question: “Where do we go from here?” We asked former RCVS president and IVC chief medical officer Amanda Boag, veterinary business consultant Alan Robinson, practice owner Lorna Clark, Purina’s scientific affairs manager Libby Sheridan and innovation expert Greg Dickens to help us find the answer. The topics discussed in our final live forum covered the previous parts of this series: • transformational technology • client care • engaging employees • finance and regulation • operational opportunities

For this Vet Times Extra podcast, Paul Imrie is joined by RCVS advanced practitioner in small animal practice Richard Sanderson and professional services vet for IDEXX Carole MacColl to discuss faecal antigen testing. SPONSORED Parasites pose a serious threat to pets and people. But prevention alone may not be 100% effective. Updated industry guidelines now recommend intestinal parasite testing at least once a year, regardless of deworming. Combine your preventives with Faecal Dx antigen testing, and parasites don’t stand a chance. Faecal Dx antigen testing offers early, accurate detection of the most common intestinal parasites, even in well cats and dogs. Learn more at https://www.idexx.co.uk/en-gb/veterinary/reference-laboratories/fecal-testing/fecal-dx-antigen-test/?utm_source=vet_times&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=rlb_fecaldx_2025 The views and opinions in this recorded conversation expressed by the guest interviewee are the guest interviewee's own and do not necessarily reflect the views of IDEXX. Richard Sanderson, BVSc, CertAVP(SAP), MRCVS, is an RCVS advanced practitioner in small animal practice and director of Peninsula Vet Referrals. He graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2009. An advocate for independent veterinary practice, he founded Sanderson Vet in 2016. This started as a mobile vet and has developed into a 24-hour first opinion clinic. Already accepting a wide range of referrals, he formalised their referral services and opened Peninsula Vet Referrals, which focuses on offering “Affordable experience and accessible expertise”, aiming to make referrals more affordable and easier to access. Carole MacColl BVMS, PGCert, VetEd FHEA, MRCVS graduated from the University of Glasgow in 2011, and gained experience in first opinion practice before undertaking a rotating internship with a focus on emergency and critical care. She spent time as an ECC clinician in referral hospitals throughout Australia and the UK, before a role as a senior veterinarian in the RVC’s first opinion teaching hospital. Carole joined IDEXX as a professional services veterinarian covering the south of the UK in 2021.

In this episode, we speak to Jenny Helm on the subject of asymptomatic cases of lungworm in dogs, as well as findings from a study around the length of time Angiostrongylus vasorum can survive in the environment. ______________________ 𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗗 This podcast has been brought to you by Advocate from Elanco. Advocate provides 100% lungworm prevention(1) against Angiostrongylus vasorum in dogs, as well as trusted protection against 22 parasites*. Since its launch in the UK more than 15 years ago, Advocate has enabled vets to protect thousands of dogs from the devastating effects of lungworm – and will proudly continue this partnership into the future. Advocate will also continue to educate dog owners around the importance of lungworm prevention and help vets to increase understanding and compliance among their clients through lungworm awareness activities and tools for their practice such as the Lungworm Map [https://www.myelanco.co.uk/brand/lungworm#section2]. To find out more about Advocate, and to access the Lungworm Map and other resources, search MyElanco Advocate [https://www.myelanco.co.uk/]. ______________________ 𝗝𝗘𝗡𝗡𝗬 𝗛𝗘𝗟𝗠 𝗕𝗩𝗠𝗦 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗦𝗔𝗠 𝗗𝗶𝗽-𝗘𝗖𝗩𝗜𝗠 𝗖𝗔 𝗙𝗛𝗘𝗔 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Jenny graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Glasgow in 2005, and following this she undertook a small animal rotating internship at the RVC in London. She then spent a short spell in small animal practice before returning to Glasgow to undertake a residency in oncology and Internal medicine at the University of Glasgow. Jenny obtained her RCVS certificate in small animal medicine in 2008 and passed her European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ECVIM) certifying examination and became a diplomate of the ECVIM in September 2012. Jenny is interested in all aspect of oncology, especially promoting good quality of life and haematology, and has several academic publications in both fields as well as an active research interest in canine lungworm. ______________________ 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 1. Schnyder M et al (2009). Larvicidal effect of imidacloprid/moxidectin spot-on solution in dogs experimentally inoculated with Angiostrongylus vasorum, Vet Parasitol 166(3-4): 326-332. * 22 parasites on the licence across dog and cat species.

Now in its 16th year, Rabbit Awareness Week 2022 is taking place from 27 June to 1 July. The event is backed by the Rabbit Awareness Action Group (RAAG), which comprises of some of the UK’s largest animal welfare organisations and charities, and is led by Burgess Pet Care. This year’s theme is “Room for rabbits”, and aims to educate owners on how to provide rabbits with a suitable environment. So, in this episode, vet and Burgess Pet Care operations director Suzanne Moyes discusses the statistics behind this year’s theme, as well as how veterinary practices can support the campaign and engage with owners. This podcast is also available as a webinar in the rabbits collection on Vet Times CPD+ alongside a second webinar with Woodgreen Pets Charity – a member of the RAAG – which considers the roles of companionship, handling and diet in ensuring rabbits are kept in suitable environments. Visit https://cpd.vettimes.co.uk/cpd-plus/exotics/cpd-rabbits

This podcast explores the role of behavioural science in understanding and addressing pet obesity. Thomas Webb, a professor in psychology at the University of Sheffield, will explain how research insights into owner beliefs and behaviours can help to support owners in the difficult journey of pet weight management. Prof Webb studies self-regulation, looking into how people control their thoughts, feelings and behaviour in order to achieve their goals. Applying his research to the field of pet obesity helps us understand the many difficulties owners can face around goal-setting and translating their good intentions into action. In this podcast, Prof Webb will discuss how veterinary professionals can tailor their support to the particular challenges that each owner identifies, ultimately helping them to change their behaviour in ways that benefit their pet. ___________________________ 𝗧𝗛𝗢𝗠𝗔𝗦 𝗪𝗘𝗕𝗕 𝗕𝗔 𝗠𝗦𝗰 𝗣𝗵𝗗 Prof Webb has published more than 100 papers on topics such as motivation, planning, self-monitoring, and emotions. Since 2015 he has been applying these insights as part of collaborative prevention programs designed to prevent and address obesity among companion animals. For more information on the science of obesity, visit https://www.purinainstitute.com/centresquare/therapeutic-nutrition/obesity-in-dogs-and-cats#conversation-starter