David Harris

BVSc PGCert VetEd FHEA MRCVS

David graduated from Bristol Vet School in 2005. He spent several years in equine and then small animal practice, developing a particular interest in pharmacology and anaesthetics. David developed his digital skills working at the MyVetMeds veterinary pharmacy and brings those skills to VetHelpDirect particularly in his work creating content for veterinary practices. He now splits his time between VetHelpDirect and teaching veterinary nurses and animal science students at Cornwall College. He has a broad interest in all matters veterinary and biological, but a particular interest in evidence based practice and applied veterinary pharmacology; and is our veterinary content and technical editor.
He lives on Dartmoor surrounded by family dogs, sheep and horses!

Latest articles by David Harris

Pet travel Update: Animal Health Certificates and Northern Ireland
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Pet travel Update: Animal Health Certificates and Northern Ireland
Since 31st December 2020, the pet travel rules have changed dramatically. The old UK Pet Passports are no longer valid, and instead, Animal Health Certificates are needed to travel into the EU. But what about travel to N…
January 25, 2021 • 2 shares
Vets are no longer
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Vets are no longer "Key Workers" - what does that mean for pets?
As the UK’s “Lockdown 3.0” continues, in a blow to many veterinary practices, the government has this week (13th January 2021) decided to exclude vets and veterinary nurses from “key worker” status. This might seem a sim…
January 15, 2021 • 487 shares • 1 comments
Are Vets Open During Lockdown in 2021?
Newsflash
Are Vets Open During Lockdown in 2021?
Monday's announcement by the Government placed England into lockdown from midnight tonight. As with previous rule changes, including the move to tier 3, tier 4 and earlier lockdowns, some businesses have been forced to c…
January 6, 2021 • 43 shares
Should fireworks be banned for animal welfare? - Vet Panel
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Should fireworks be banned for animal welfare? - Vet Panel
With the New Year fireworks about to begin, we assembled a panel to discuss the problems that fireworks post for animals and animal welfare. Joining me (David Harris BVSc PGCert VetEd FHEA MRCVS, from VetHelpDirect) are…
December 31, 2020 • 51 shares • 1 comments
Are vets open in tier 4?
Newsflash
Are vets open in tier 4?
Well, as of yesterday, about 35% of the population of England went back into some form of lockdown - appropriately enough called “Tier 4”, matching up with Scotland’s system. However, this has all happened very quickly,…
December 21, 2020 • 338 shares • 2 comments
Temporary Animal Health Certificates will replace Pet Passports After Brexit. What this means for you and your pet
Newsflash
Temporary Animal Health Certificates will replace Pet Passports After Brexit. What this means for you and your pet
As I write, the UK and the EU have just confirmed one of my favourite author’s sayings - “there’s always time for another last minute…” By the time you read this, everything about the UK’s prospective trade agreements wi…
December 14, 2020 • 78 shares
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