How does the veterinary employment package compare to that of NHS doctors? The training required is of course very similar, and while medical doctors of course treat humans rather than other mammals, the technical aspect…

Sarah Elliott BVetMed MANZCVS (Feline Medicine) MRCVS  As a vet in the UK, I spend much of my time working at the interface between animals, people, and society.   But often, a vet’s role extends beyond th…

In case you hadn't already noticed... Autumn is here! It brings storms, but also the nice cold mornings, crisp leaves on the ground and the occasional frost. In the run up to this season vets will have been thinking and…

On Wednesday this week, the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) published the long-awaited provisional decision around veterinary businesses and pricing. And actually, it’s much less radical than many had been e…

Technology is evolving at lightning speed, and our pets certainly aren't going to be left behind. From smart collars that track every step to devices that monitor heart rate, sleep patterns and even stress levels, the wo…

Leptospirosis - caused by infection with the spiral shaped bacteria Leptospira - can affect virtually all mammals, including humans and is found worldwide. It represents a One Health issue, in which the health of humans,…