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The Vet Times podcast is a weekly show in which we speak to individuals making the headlines or providing valuable information for Vet Times readers, delving into the subjects that matter to the UK veterinary profession.
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VN Times Podcast, Ep 26: One health – shaping the future of human and animal medicine from 2022-02-21T11:35:19
VN Times editor Rachael Buzzel is joined by RVN and chair of the Veterinary Critical Care Nurses (VCCN) region of the British Association of Critical Care Nurses (BACCN), Laura Edwards.
La...
Vet Times Extra: Alison Lambert on communication in the cardio consult – owner insights from 2022-02-11T16:53:59
Ceva Animal Health is passionate about supporting the pet and their owner through diagnosis and management of congestive heart failure, which is why it is supporting this podcast.
Alison ...
Ep 66: Diana Ferreira on otitis externa, media and interna from 2022-02-04T10:00:15
Otitis – whether externa, media or interna – is painful for the pet, and can be frustrating for their carers and vets.
Offering some valuable information on this clinical presentation, Dia...
Ep 65: Mike Davies on geriatric diseases in dogs and cats from 2022-01-21T12:08:51
Older pets are naturally at increased risk of age-related disease, and spotting these early is important for vets and owners.
Joining us again for another Vet Times Podcast, vet Mike Davie...
Vet Times Extra: Jon Bowen on behaviour and the human-animal bond from 2022-01-14T10:00:38
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected us all in many ways, and one of the effects we have seen is the impact on the human-animal bond.
In this Vet Times Extra podcast, Jon Bowen, behaviour co...
Vet Times Extra: Eric Morgan and Jenny Helm on lungworm from 2022-01-05T15:14:59
Angiostrongylus vasorum is a parasite that affects our canine patients in the UK, often with devastating consequences.
Over recent years we have seen an increase in prevalence of lungworm ...
Ep 64: Ross Allan on diagnosing companion animal lameness from 2021-12-17T10:06:35
Making a diagnosis can be tricky enough, and particularly so with lameness.
But is there another way of doing things? Ross Allan thinks so, and tells us more in this Vet Times podcast.
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Vet Times Extra: talking telemedicine triage with Dave Leicester from Vets Now from 2021-12-10T13:09:07
Today, we’re talking telehealth – specifically, the importance of telemedicine triage in today’s veterinary world. We’re also going to be talking a little bit about the changing face of the consume...
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VN Times Podcast, Ep 25: Happy Hour 11 – obesity and nutrition from 2021-12-03T11:17:04
VN Happy Hour returned on 25 November for a look at obesity and nutrition in companion animals.
Hosts Rachael and James were joined by Nicola Lakeman, a well known and very highly respecte...
Ep 63: Ellie Mardell on feline hypertension from 2021-11-26T10:00:29
Systemic hypertension is a significant cause of morbidity in older cats, but early outward signs can be subtle or absent.
Ellie Mardell, feline medicine specialist, discusses diagnostic an...
Vet Times Extra: Gerry Polton on managing mast cell tumours from 2021-11-19T10:00:39
Mast cell tumours are prevalent in dogs, particularly certain breeds, and are relatively easy to diagnose with the correct work up.
In this Vet Times Extra podcast, Gerry Polton, from Nort...
Vet Times Extra: Sean Wensley talks 5 years of the BVA's animal welfare strategy from 2021-11-10T17:38:43
BVA Congress, which takes place at the London Vet Show (11 to 12 November 2021), will mark five years of the association’s efforts to create a better world for animals through its animal welfare st...
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Ep 62: Phil Elkins on notifiable livestock diseases from 2021-11-05T10:08:01
Bovine TB is the most infamous notifiable livestock disease of livestock currently within our shores, but farm vets need to be aware of others.
To discuss some of them, Phil Elkins joins u...
VN Times Podcast, Ep 24: Happy Hour 10 – the future of veterinary nursing from 2021-10-29T15:17:12
Have you ever wondered what the role of the vet nurse will look like in the years ahead?
Have you thought about how the current shortages of veterinary surgeons could be eased by the skill...
Ep 61: Parasitologist Ian Wright on dangers of lungworm from 2021-10-22T10:06:17
Lungworm prevalence has increased, and vet professionals need to know how to diagnose and treat it – and communicate vital messages to owners.
In this episode, Ian Wright joins the Vet Tim...
Vet Times Extra: Easy wins for improving canine OA management from 2021-10-15T09:00:31
Managing canine osteoarthritis can be challenging for lots of reasons – and even more so at the moment, with most practices busier than ever. Join vet and founder/director of Canine Arthritis Manag...
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VN Times Podcast, Ep 23: Happy Hour 9 – Brachycephalic Breed Health from 2021-10-08T09:00:37
VN Times Podcast, Ep 23: Happy Hour 9 – Brachycephalic Breed Health by Veterinary Business Development Ltd
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Ep 60: BVA president Justine Shotton on her sustainability pledge from 2021-10-01T11:26:58
The BVA’s 2021-22 president is Justine Shotton, who has pledged to make sustainability a key priority for the veterinary profession over the next 12 months.
Dr Shotton has taken a sabbati...
Vet Times Extra: Dottie Laflamme with a broad view of nutrition in heart health from 2021-09-24T09:00:09
This podcast features independent consultant Dr Dottie Laflamme, a world-class expert in nutrition.
In this session, Dr Laflamme will explore a broad view of nutrition in heart health, th...
Vet Times Extra: Johnny Li on advances in cardiac nutrition from 2021-09-17T09:00:16
This session explores exciting new scientific advances in cardiac nutrition. Dr Johnny Li, an expert in nutrigenomics and Senior Principal Scientist at Nestlé Purina PetCare, will explain how recen...
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Ep 59: John Chitty on preventive care of rabbits from 2021-09-10T09:00:27
Rabbits are still the UK’s third most popular pet, and the past few years have finally brought an increase in much-needed, dedicated research and product development.
But there’s still wor...
VN Times Podcast, Ep 22: Happy Hour 8 - Behaviour Special from 2021-09-06T10:26:14
August’s VN Happy Hour – sponsored by Bought By Many – was all about behaviour, and how VNs can support owners of pets with behavioural problems and the importance of “fear free” methods for handli...
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VN Times Podcast, Ep 21: Jo Oakden on BVNA Congress and the four pillars of sustainability from 2021-09-01T11:00:15
Sustainability has been the theme of Jo Oakden’s year as president of the BVNA – and this increasingly important topic dominates the agenda for BVNA Congress, which returns to Telford International...
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VN Times Podcast, Ep 20: Alex Taylor on the BVNA’s chronic illness campaign from 2021-08-31T15:55:03
A two-month campaign by the BVNA is aiming to create a better environment for – and a better understanding of – the challenges faced by veterinary nurses who suffer from a chronic illness or condit...
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VBJ First Opinions, Ep 17: talking tech with Paul May from 2021-08-27T14:43:15
In this edition of the VBJ First Opinions podcast, editor James Westgate discusses technology and the way it has impacted on the UK veterinary sector – with a particular focus on how it helped tran...
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Ep 58: Celebrating 60 years at the forefront of veterinary medicine with BEVA from 2021-08-19T07:00:15
In this special Vet Times podcast, we celebrate 60 years at the forefront of veterinary medicine with the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA).
Congress Times editor Tom Jackson sp...
VN Times Podcast, Ep 19: Happy Hour 7 – dentistry special from 2021-08-13T09:00:16
If you haven’t attended one of our VN Happy Hour virtual events yet, you’re missing out. It’s a “power hour” packed with fun, laughter, top tips, prizes, and talks with fantastic and talented panel...
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Ep 57: Nick Bacon and Jolle Kirpensteijn on the new WSAVA Oncology Working Group from 2021-08-06T11:00:51
In this episode, Vet Times editor James Westgate discusses the work of the WSAVA Oncology Working Group, formed to raise awareness of the latest thinking in cancer therapy and promote best practice...
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Ep 56: Owen Atkinson on communications between vet and farmer from 2021-07-30T09:00:11
Life as a farm vet can be challenging, invigorating and ultimately very satisfying, with good communication extremely important.
Owen Atkinson, a farm vet and consultant, rejoins the podca...
VN Times Podcast, Ep 18: VN Happy Hour 6 – Vet Nurse Diversify Special from 2021-07-28T16:01:11
Where can your veterinary nursing skills take you?
In this month’s VN Happy Hour, the team will be exploring all the angles and showcasing the diverse range of careers and lifestyles on of...
VBJ First Opinions: SPVS – bridging the gap, pt 2 from 2021-07-23T15:04:18
Welcome to the second part of “Bridging the Gap’ – a special two-part VBJ First Opinions podcast in association with the Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons (SPVS).
Recorded as part...
Vet Times Extra: Epilepsy neurologists Simon Platt and Laurent Garosi from 2021-07-16T16:10:53
In this podcast we are talking epilepsy, with veterinary neurology experts Simon Platt and Laurent Garosi.
We will be chatting to them about when to treat epilepsy in dogs, what with and h...
VN Times Podcast, Ep 17: taking your next referral nursing steps with Linnaeus from 2021-07-09T09:00:12
VN Times editor Rachael Buzzel is joined by RVN and manager of the Linnaeus Veterinary Nursing Post Registration Programme, Sophie Venables.
The programme launched in early 2020, but Linna...
Vet Times Extra: Kathryn Cuddy on otitis externa and behaviour issues from 2021-07-02T09:00:20
This podcast has been brought to you by Neptra – the only single-dose, vet-administered treatment available for acute otitis externa in dogs. Launched in 2020, Neptra is available to vets in the UK...
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Vet Times Jobs: Dave Beeston on tackling your first interview from 2021-07-01T11:53:20
RVC emergency and critical care resident Dave Beeston BvetMed(Hons), PGDip(VCP), MRCVS, who has been charting his early veterinary career in Vet Times, provides some insight on first interviews in ...
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Vet Times Jobs: Ian Wright on what employers are looking for in interviews from 2021-07-01T11:52:42
Vet Ian Wright BVMS, BSc, MSc, MRCVS, co-owner of Mount Veterinary Practice in Lancashire, offers some pointers on what practices are look for from candidates at interview.
This podcast an...
Vet Times Jobs: Your interview questions answered by Fiona Stephens from 2021-07-01T11:49:24
Fiona Stephens, recruitment manager for Goddard Veterinary Group, answers some of your submitted questions about conducting yourself in interviews in this Q&A-style podcast.
This podcast a...
Ep 55: Karen Perry on lameness conditions in cats from 2021-06-25T09:47:48
Lameness in cats can create challenges for vets and owners.
In this podcast, Karen Perry joins the Vet Times Podcast again to discuss the most commonly encountered conditions, diagnosis, r...
VBJ First Opinions: SPVS – bridging the gap, pt 1 from 2021-06-11T15:54:49
Welcome to the first part of a special VBJ First Opinions podcast in association with SPVS – the Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons.
As part of an ongoing initiative to highlight th...
VN Happy Hour 5 – senior pets: caring for ‘golden oldies’ from 2021-06-04T09:00:11
On 27 May 2021, VN Happy Hour 5 – sponsored by AnimalCare – focused on the topic of senior pets.
Hosted, as usual, by Vet Times editor James Westgate and VN Times editor Rachael Buzzel, th...
VN Times Podcast, Ep 16: VN Happy Hour 5 – senior pets: caring for ‘golden oldies’ from 2021-06-04T09:00:11
On 27 May 2021, VN Happy Hour 5 – sponsored by AnimalCare – focused on the topic of senior pets.
Hosted, as usual, by Vet Times editor James Westgate and VN Times editor Rachael Buzzel, th...
VN Times Podcast, Ep 15: wound care and management, with Amanda Curtis from 2021-05-27T12:26:06
VN Times editor Rachael Buzzel sits down with RVN and university lecturer Amanda Curtis to discuss wound care, management and the VN’s role in this complicated process.
There are a lot of ...
Vet Times Extra: a year in telehealth, with Dave Leicester from Vets Now from 2021-05-24T14:00:34
In the third and final part of our series on telehealth – brought to you by Vets Now, the UK's leading provider of emergency and critical care – we sit down once again with Dave Leicester to review...
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Ep 54: Luca Ferasin discusses mitral valve disease from 2021-05-14T10:55:15
Mitral valve disease (MVD) is the most common cardiovascular disease and the most frequent cause of congestive heart failure in dogs.
European and RCVS specialist in veterinary cardiologis...
VBJ First Opinions, Ep 14: Craig Bennett on sustainable leadership from 2021-05-07T15:04:22
To promote the upcoming VMG-SPVS Virtual Congress (13-14 May 2021), VBJ sat down with chief executive officer at The Wildlife Trusts, Craig Bennett.
Craig will be opening congress at 9am o...
VN Times Podcast, Ep 14: Life as a locum RVN, with Molly Fiander from 2021-04-30T12:08:48
This month VN Times editor Rachael Buzzel is joined by locum RVN Molly Fiander to chat about life as a locum, coping through COVID-19, and her love for helping VNs find/rediscover their passion and...
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Vet Times Extra: Michael Unsworth on skin disease in dogs and role of nutrition from 2021-04-23T09:00:31
With an increase in popularity of breeds that are prone to allergic skin disease, such as the French bulldog and Labrador retriever, it’s likely we’ll be seeing more of these tricky cases over the ...
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VN Happy Hour 4.0 – Well-being: the magic of veterinary nursing from 2021-04-21T09:48:49
VN Happy Hour 4.0 saw vet nurse, writer, educator and leading blogger Jane Davidson feature in our main interview to discuss her perspective on physical and mental well-being, before joining our ex...
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Vet Times Extra: the future of telehealth, with Dave Leicester from Vets Now from 2021-04-13T16:43:21
This week's Vet Times podcast is brought to you by Vets Now, the UK’s No.1 provider of Emergency and Critical Care.
We’re with Dave Leicester, the head of telehealth at Vets Now. Last time...
Ep 53: Stop the rot – David Walker discusses CRGV from 2021-04-02T09:00:20
With 23 cases confirmed in the UK so far this year, this week’s podcast sees us talking about cutaneous and renal glomerular vasculopathy (CRGV), better known as Alabama rot.
And to help ...
VBJ First Opinions, Ep 13: Latest lessons in learning – online with David Babington from 2021-03-26T14:26:19
This episode of VBJ First Opinions sees VBJ editor James Westgate joined by David Babington, business development director for veterinary CPD provider Improve International.
David was one ...
Ep 52: Mike Davies on obesity in pets from 2021-03-19T13:21:21
Obesity is an increasing problem in pets, as in humans, with multiple causal factors and implications for animal health.
Nutritional consultant Mike Davies joins us to delve into a fascina...
Vet Times Podcast, Ep 52: Mike Davies on obesity in pets from 2021-03-19T13:21:21
Obesity is an increasing problem in pets, as in humans, with multiple causal factors and implications for animal health.
Nutritional consultant Mike Davies joins us to delve into a fascina...
Vet Times Extra: Brian Zanghi on feline hydration and water balance from 2021-03-11T13:56:50
This session with Brian Zanghi, research scientist at the Purina Product Technology Center, St Louis, will focus on his work on feline hydration and water balance.
This is a topic of real ...
BSAVA Congress Special, with Julian Hoad from 2021-02-26T12:11:06
Welcome to the Vet Times podcast for a BSAVA Congress special.
Congress is taking place this year from 25 to 27 March. It's all online, and this week we are joined by Julian Hoad, chairma...
Vet Times Extra: dispelling the myths of telehealth with Dave Leicester from Vets Now from 2021-02-19T12:19:36
This week's Vet Times podcast is brought to you by Vets Now, the UK's leading provider of emergency and critical care.
Today, we're going to be talking about telemedicine, and hopefully ex...
VN Happy Hour 3 – Clinics and campaigns: leading the way from 2021-02-12T18:04:23
Following on from the monster success of our first two events, we were delighted to lift the winter blues and blow away the cobwebs by hosting Vet Nurse Happy Hour version 3 on 28 January.
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Ep 51: Sarah Caney on management of feline hyperthyroidism from 2021-01-29T13:55:30
Hyperthyroidism can affect 10% of cats aged above 10, and is the most common endocrinopathy in cats.
Sarah Caney joins the Vet Times Podcast again, this time to discuss management options ...
Vet Times Podcast, Ep 51: Sarah Caney on management of feline hyperthyroidism from 2021-01-29T13:55:30
Hyperthyroidism can affect 10% of cats aged above 10, and is the most common endocrinopathy in cats.
Sarah Caney joins the Vet Times Podcast again, this time to discuss management options ...
Ep 50: Nicola Menzies-Gow on working with owners on equine laminitis from 2021-01-22T10:00:29
In this Vet Times Podcast, Nicola Menzies-Gow, who has previously discussed the clinical aspects of equine laminitis (Ep 42), returns to discuss how vets can involve owners in ongoing management an...
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Vet Times Extra: Andy Sparkes on the importance of feline hydration from 2021-01-15T12:20:03
This session with independent feline consultant, Andy Sparkes, covers the important topic of feline hydration. While on the surface simple, the factors that influence how much water a cat consumes ...
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Andy Sparkes on the importance of feline hydration from 2021-01-15T12:20:03
This session with independent feline consultant, Andy Sparkes, covers the important topic of feline hydration. While on the surface simple, the factors that influence how much water a cat consumes ...
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VN Happy Hour 2.0 from 2020-12-14T16:58:39
Following the monster success of our first VN Happy Hour event, we decided to do it all over again – and our second event took place on 26 November 2020.
For those that missed the event, h...
Vet Times Extra: Equine herpes virus discussed, with Richard Newton from 2020-12-03T09:24:28
In this podcast, brought to you in association with Zoetis – the manufacturer of Equip EHV1,4 – we ask Richard Newton the questions you have always wanted to know about equine herpes virus (EHV) di...
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Ep 49: Hannah Lipscomb discusses otitis externa from 2020-11-27T12:57:26
Otitis externa is one of the most common conditions seen in veterinary practice, in particular in dogs.
In this podcast, Hannah Lipscomb will discuss its principal causes and factors, cyto...
VN Times Podcast, Ep 10: Caroline Peacock on Pet Blood Bank UK from 2020-11-20T10:00:21
VN Times editor Rachael Buzzel is joined by RVN and veterinary manager at Pet Blood Bank UK (PBBUK) Caroline Peacock.
Caroline tells us all about her work with the UK charity set up to sup...
Ep 48: Hany Elsheikha on year-round parasite protection from 2020-11-13T10:30:41
Pet owners are broadly willing to do all they can to protect their pets and keep them healthy, but commitment to therapeutic and preventive parasite regiments can vary massively.
Hany Elsh...
Ep 47: COVID – where do we go from here? from 2020-11-06T17:28:59
Vet Times talks to chief executive officer of Compassion in World Farming and a commentator on the effects of industrial farming, Philip Lymbery.
Philip talks to editor James Westgate abou...
Vet Times Extra: Flea treatment failure and how to prevent it – new data, new insight from 2020-10-30T15:53:27
In this sponsored podcast, brought to you in association with MSD Animal Health, makers of Bravecto, we speak to Richard Wall and Ian Wright about flea prevalence, and new data that offers vets fre...
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Ep 46: Luca Ferasin on companion animal cardiology from 2020-10-23T09:00:06
Cardiology has seen many innovations in the past decade.
To guide us through some of these, Luca Ferasin joins the Vet Times Podcast once again, where he also explains the importance of fi...
Vet Times Extra: Brian Beale on OA and PCSO-524 from 2020-10-20T09:00:14
In this Vet Times Podcast, sponsored by www.VetzPetz.co.uk, Dr Brian Beale, orthopaedic surgeon at Beale Veterinary Specialists in Texas, discusses his findings around the effectiveness of marine-b...
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Vet Times Extra: LiveClear Pt 3 - Libby Sheridan on pet nutrition from 2020-10-14T15:10:53
This podcast addresses the obstacles veterinary professionals can face in having conversations about pet nutrition with their clients. We’re talking to Libby Sheridan about the widening impact of p...
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Ep 45: Marge Chandler on pet obesity from 2020-10-13T09:23:54
Starting conversations with owners about obesity in their pets can be difficult, but it is necessary, as weight problems among companion animals continue to rise.
Internal medicine special...
VBJ First Opinions, Ep 12: discussions in disruption with Anthony Chadwick from 2020-10-02T14:14:21
Today, VBJ is delighted to be joined by Anthony Chadwick – a good friend of the publication and a well-known face across the UK veterinary profession, and beyond, through his work with The Webinar ...
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Ep 44: Jo Murrell on chronic pain in companion animals from 2020-09-25T10:15:44
The diagnosis and management of chronic pain in companion animals is an important topic in veterinary medicine, as it can have a major impact on animals’ well-being and quality of life.
In...
Vet Times Extra: Sue Paterson on otitis externa from 2020-09-23T08:38:14
Join us with Dr Sue Paterson, senior-vice president of the European Society of Veterinary Dermatology and former BSAVA president, as she discusses the subject of otitis externa, and particularly fo...
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VBJ First Opinions, Ep 11: life, the universe and everything, with Jamie Crittall from 2020-09-18T09:48:29
First Opinions talks to Jamie Crittall – vet, practice owner, businessman and raconteur extraordinaire. James and Jamie discuss everything from live events and the latest tech, to telemedicine and ...
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Ep 43: Sarah Caney on CKD in cats from 2020-09-11T11:54:46
Chronic kidney disease is a common cause of morbidity and mortality in older cats, but in many cases it is diagnosed only when clinical signs associated with azotaemia appear.
In this Vet ...
Vet Times Extra: LiveClear Pt 2 - feline relinquishment, with Dr Andy Sparkes from 2020-08-26T07:00:17
In this podcast, sponsored by Purina Petcare, we’re joined by Andy Sparkes.
Dr Sparkes has become a well-known figure in the UK for his work on feline medicine. He is a diplomate of the Eu...
VN Times Podcast, Ep 9: Andrea Jeffery on Schedule Three from 2020-08-21T16:38:30
VN Times sits down with Linnaeus chief nursing officer Andrea Jeffery to talk Schedule Three and what it means for the future of the veterinary nursing profession.
Andrea discusses how pro...
Ep 42: Nicola Menzies-Gow on equine laminitis from 2020-08-07T13:05:10
A condition with three forms, laminitis is now considered a clinical syndrome associated with systemic disease or altered weight bearing, rather than being a discrete disease entity.
As wi...
Ep 41: Ian Wright on ticks and tick-borne threats from 2020-07-31T09:00:06
Tick-borne disease is a growing risk to the UK and its pets and owners.
To discuss the significant changes in the numbers and species of ticks and pathogens, Ian Wright joins us for anothe...
Ep 40: Ferran Valls Sanchez talks on gastrointestinal disorders in companion animals from 2020-07-24T09:21:50
Gastrointestinal (GI) disease is extremely frequent in small animals, and encountered in both first opinion and referral practice.
Ferran Valls Sanchez joins us to discuss prevention, trea...
Ep 39: Talking wellness with WellVet from 2020-07-17T14:08:34
Today we’re going to be talking about well-being.
This is obviously a massive issue in the veterinary profession – and has been for years – but probably never more central to everyone’s th...
Ep 38: Phil Elkins on the implications of cattle vaccination from 2020-07-10T09:00:25
Vaccines are an important part of cattle vets’ armoury and in the health of the nation’s livestock. Discussions about them with farmers have to touch on the economic as well as health benefits.
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Vet Times Extra: LiveClear Pt1 – the science behind it, with Ebenezer Satyaraj from 2020-07-03T09:00:11
Today, we’re with Ebenezer Satyaraj, who is director of molecular nutrition at the Purina Institute.
Dr Satyaraj has authored numerous scientific papers in the areas of cellular/molecular ...
Ep 37: Kit Sturgess with vet advice for senior dogs from 2020-06-26T09:00:22
Better husbandry and veterinary care means dogs are living to much older ages. As a result, though, they will be more inclined to suffer from more than one progressive, non-curable condition, such ...
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VN Times Podcast, Ep 8: Helen Manning on coping with coronavirus from 2020-05-28T16:10:01
A huge advocate for the VN role, Helen speaks to VN Times about how her nursing team has helped take the drama out of the corona crisis.
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Helen Manning is an RVN with more than ...
VBJ First Opinions, Ep 10: Thom Jenkins discusses PetsApp from 2020-05-28T15:16:28
PetsApp is a digital platform that has already helped hundreds of practices increase client engagement and generate extra revenue.
An app-based total telemedicine solution offering video c...
Ep 36: Diego Rodrigo Mocholi on locoregional anaesthesia in companion animals from 2020-05-22T16:00:28
Locoregional anaesthesia use in veterinary medicine has evolved greatly in the past few decades, with benefits lying in focusing on the specific target nerve responsible for pain.
Diego Ro...
Ep 35: Jenny Allan on summer mastitis issues from 2020-05-13T09:00:23
An acute seasonal disease in outside-kept cows, summer mastitis may have different transmission routes, but it has the same clinical signs.
This time, Jenny Allan joins the Vet Times Podca...
Ep 34: Sam Taylor on managing senior cats from 2020-05-05T11:33:54
Cats, like many of us, are living to an older age – but that can present a unique set of challenges to veterinary practitioners.
Vet Sam Taylor has written extensively on feline subjects a...
Ep 33: Aoife Ryan on equine medication specifics in field from 2020-04-24T09:00:23
Equine sedation and general anaesthesia is sometimes required in field situations.
Aoife Ryan joins this Vet Times Podcast to discuss the pharmacology of commonly used drugs in such situat...
Ep 32: Ross Allan on management of companion animal OA from 2020-04-17T10:43:07
Vets see osteoarthritis patients daily, and a range of management options are available.
Ross Allan, RCVS advanced practitioner in small animal surgery, draws together important management...
Ep 31: Karin Kruger on equine gastrointestinal disorders from 2020-04-10T09:00:23
Acute colic is the most common equine veterinary emergency, as well as the most common gastrointestinal disorder.
Equine internal medicine specialist Karin Kruger rejoins us on the Vet Tim...
Ep 30: Ian Wright on fleas and related issues from 2020-04-03T11:41:38
Fleas are still a major parasite concern for pet owners, and still transmitting diseases that are dangerous to humans
Ian Wright joins us once more, this time to discuss fleas and related ...
Ep 29: Ariane Neuber on otitis externa from 2020-03-27T11:08:48
Few days pass without vets seeing a case of ear disease. Veterinary dermatology specialist Ariane Neuber joins us to discuss otitis externa, including causes, cytology, therapy and products.
Ep 28: Ian Wright on companion animal deworming protocols from 2020-03-20T10:00:20
Monthly preventive deworming in cats and dogs has been a source of debate inside and outside the veterinary profession.
In this Vet Times Podcast, we’re joined again by Ian Wright, head of...
Ep 27: Jenny Stavisky on canine infectious respiratory disease (CIRD) complex from 2020-03-13T12:08:08
CIRD complex, historically termed “kennel cough”, is a relatively common presentation in UK primary care veterinary practice.
Jenny Stavisky, clinical assistant professor in shelter medici...
Ep 26: Simon Tappin on renal disease in geriatric patients from 2020-03-06T10:00:40
Older animals presenting with renal disease often do so because of other clinical issues.
Simon Tappin, head of internal medicine at Dick White Referrals, talks us through some of the diag...
Ep 25: Mike Rhodes discusses companion animal ophthalmology from 2020-02-28T16:53:25
Ophthalmic conditions can account for between 5% and 10% of companion animal consultations.
Mike Rhodes, an RCVS and European specialist in veterinary ophthalmology, provides advice to gen...
Ep 24: Karen Walsh discusses chronic pain in companion animals from 2020-02-21T10:09:01
With pets, like their owners, now living to an older age, more of them will be impacted by chronic pain issues.
Karen Walsh is an RCVS specialist in veterinary anaesthesia and European spe...
Ep 23: Katie Roberts on RCVS’ education reforms from 2020-02-14T09:30
In January, RCVS council approved a series of proposals aimed at improving the education and support of veterinary students and new graduates (read more at http://bit.ly/31Y8BsM).
In respo...
Ep 22: Nicola Robinson on companion animal poisons from 2020-02-07T12:56:47
Toxicological hazards around the home are numerous, so it is inevitable vets will see poisoning cases in their practices.
Nicola Robinson, who is head of service at the Veterinary Poisons ...
Ep 21: Ian Wright on exotic parasites in dogs from 2020-01-31T15:42:12
Pet travel, growing pet importation and expansion in global parasite distribution are all increasing exotic parasite risk to the UK.
Vet Ian Wright, head of the European Scientific Counsel...
Ep 20: Michael Hewetson on emerging and exotic equine diseases from 2020-01-24T09:30
With a number of factors increasingly in play, it’s more likely an outbreak of exotic, vector-borne equine disease could one day occur in the UK.
Michael Hewetson, senior lecturer in equin...
Ep 19: Luca Ferasin on myxomatous mitral valve disease from 2020-01-17T10:54:51
Myxomatous mitral valve disease is the most common cardiac disease in dogs, and the primary cause for congestive heart failure and cardiac-related death.
In this podcast, Prof Luca Ferasin...
Ep 18: Katie Fitzgerald on improving calf health from 2020-01-10T16:47:14
With additional consumer emphasis on animal welfare in the food chain, livestock vets need to be continually engaging with farmers on improving calf health matters.
In this episode, Katie ...
Ep 17: Getting fit with Andy Rose and Charlie Mays from 2020-01-03T07:00:03
Andy Rose and Charlie Mays co-founded VetFit after a study at the RVC showed sport and exercise had a significant positive impact on mental well-being.
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Ep 16: David Charles on BME role models from 2019-12-20T10:00:13
Having discussed the lessons he learned from his visit to the National Association of Black Veterinarians Conference in part one (Ep 15), David Charles considers the influence role models could hav...
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Ep 15: David Charles discusses diversity in the veterinary profession from 2019-12-13T10:26:22
David Charles attended the first National Association for Black Veterinarians Conference in the US. In the first of a two-part episode, he speaks to the Vet Times Podcast about the lessons he learn...
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Ep 14: David Walker talks Alabama rot and CIRD complex from 2019-12-06T10:21:31
David Walker, of Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists, is leading research into cutaneous and renal glomerular vasculopathy (CRGV), also known as Alabama rot. He speaks to the Vet Times Podcast a...
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Vet Times Extra: Q Fever, Pt2 - management options from 2019-12-02T10:42:50
In the second of a two-part podcast series on Q fever – brought to you courtesy of Ceva Animal Health – we talk with vet Helen Scott and Kythe Mackenzie, ruminant vet adviser for Ceva Animal health...
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Ep 13: Psychologist Laura Haycock on diversity and inclusion from 2019-11-29T10:03:02
Senior psychologist Laura Haycock, one of the the speakers in BVA’s #BigConversation, discusses the importance of diversity and inclusion with host Paul Imrie.
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BVA launched it...
Ep 12: Richard Newton & Adam Rash on equine disease surveillance from 2019-11-22T11:44:29
Adam Rash and Richard Newton, of the AHT, speak to guest host Tom Jackson about 15 years of the Equine Quarterly Disease Surveillance Report – with a focus on this year’s equine flu cases.
Ep 11: Valentina Busin on lambing research and prep from 2019-11-15T10:39:38
When it comes to the lambing period, preparation is key.
Valentina Busin joins the Vet Times Podcast to discuss research, the importance of the knowledge exchange with farmers and importa...
Vet Times Extra: Q Fever, Pt1 - introducing the disease from 2019-11-14T13:24:33
This series of two podcasts looks at Q Fever, a zoonotic disease that is relatively unknown.
Brought to you courtesy of Ceva Animal Health, part one introduces the disease with part two l...
Ep 10: Karen Perry discusses feline OA from 2019-11-08T10:01:24
Diagnosis and management of feline osteoarthritis (OA) can be challenging, especially as research lags behind that of canine OA. Karen Perry joins Paul Imrie to discuss the condition and its implic...
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Ep 9: Kate Parkinson discusses worming in small animals from 2019-11-01T10:07:53
Worming in companion animals is a routine, but vital, consideration for dog and cat owners.Vet Kate Parkinson discusses how practices can convey important information to owners in this area.
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Ep 8: Dave Beeston on “Practice Makes Perfect” from 2019-10-25T09:00:12
In this edition of the Vet Times Podcast, we talk to Dave Beeston about his early career, which he’s been chronicling for Veterinary Times readers in a monthly column.
Dave started writing...
Ep 7: Karin Kruger on equine sedation and anaesthesia from 2019-10-18T08:48:20
Karin Kruger focuses on when vets may have to perform sedation – and in extreme cases anaesthesia – in the field.
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Ep 6: Shaun Calleja talks gastric disease from 2019-10-11T09:03:52
Shaun Calleja, of Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists, discusses types, diagnosis and management of gastric disorders in cats and dogs – signs of which can be seen in a quarter of primary care p...
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Ep 5: Owen Atkinson discusses antimicrobial stewardship from 2019-10-04T00:00
Owen Atkinson discusses the hot topic of antimicrobial stewardship, outlining areas where vets and farmers can work together on responsible antibiotic use and progress made in other countries.
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Ep 4: Neil Hudson and Roly Owers on Brexit from 2019-09-27T00:00
With the Brexit process finally threatening to reach a conclusion on 31 October, BEVA Congress featured a panel discussion on the potential implications of no-deal and other options.
This ...
Ep 3: Rachel Dean and Tim Mair introduce the EBVM Manifesto from 2019-09-20T00:00
An EBVM manifesto was launched in June 2019 with the aim of ensuring the profession continually improves by embracing and advancing evidence-based veterinary medicine.
Rachel Dean, of VetP...
Ep 2: Sean Wensley on PAW report from 2019-09-13T00:00
Launched in 2011, the PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report has been instrumental as an annual barometer of animal welfare issues in the UK.
The 2019 report is just out, and Sean Wensley, PDS...
Ep 1: Rob Drysdale on BVD from 2019-09-06T00:00
Veterinary Times editor Paul Imrie speaks to farm vet and consultant Rob Drysdale about bovine viral diarrhoea (BVD) and efforts across the UK to eradicate the persistent animal health problem in c...
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