Vanessa Bowers

RVN DipAVN

Vanessa has worked in practice for over 20 years, becoming an RVN in 2008 and completing the Diploma in Advanced Veterinary Nursing (DipAVN) in 2015. She enjoys all aspects of veterinary nursing and has always worked in first opinion, mixed practice appreciating the variety this brings. She is currently in a more office based role within practice.
When not at work she enjoys various outdoor activities and spending time with family and friends.

Latest articles by Vanessa Bowers

Has vet care gone too high tech? - The Vet Nurse's View 
Controversial topics
Has vet care gone too high tech? - The Vet Nurse's View 
Veterinary care has advanced considerably in the last few decades and it is likely to advance further as newer technologies and innovations find their way into both human and veterinary…
May 1, 2026 • 20 shares
How do I choose what breed of rabbit for a pet? 
Breeds
How do I choose what breed of rabbit for a pet? 
Rabbits are the third most popular mammalian pet in the UK, after cats and dogs and it's easy to see why! They’re full of character, entertaining, intelligent and incredibly cute. Being clea…
March 31, 2026 • 30 shares
How Can I Tempt My Cat to Eat? 
Cats
How Can I Tempt My Cat to Eat? 
If you've noticed that your cat isn't eating as much as usual, or more worryingly, turning down food completely it can indicate an underlying health condition, many illnesses…
March 17, 2026 • 47 shares
Help, my dog's been hit by a car: what do I do? 
Dogs
Help, my dog's been hit by a car: what do I do? 
Sadly, Road Traffic Collisions (RTC’s) involving pets are not uncommon emergencies. Witnessing your dog, or any pet, being hit by a car is a very distressing experience and yo…
March 6, 2026 • 137 shares
How often does a cat really NEED to be wormed? 
Cats
How often does a cat really NEED to be wormed? 
Treating your cat for worms is an important part of preventative healthcare, part of taking a proactive approach where possible to keep your pet in optimum health and prevent disease or illness. Worms are extremely commo…
February 2, 2026 • 76 shares
Is a Kelpie dog a good pet? 
Breeds
Is a Kelpie dog a good pet? 
The Australian Kelpie is an energetic and intelligent breed of dog originally bred to work with livestock. They aren't as common in the UK as other pastoral type breeds such as Border Collies, but their numbers…
December 8, 2025 • 28 shares
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