Veterinary Nursing News Headlines

    First chewable, flavoured and divisible trilostane tablets for dogs

    Virbac has launched Trilotab, the first chewable, flavoured and divisible trilostane tablet to treat Cushing’s syndrome in dogs. Trilotab is licensed for the treatment of pituitary-dependent hypercortisolism (PDH) caused by an adrenocorticotrophic...

    Supplies of Zoetis Equip Artervac hit by manufacturing issue

    Zoetis has announced a further delay in the supply of Equip Artervac in the UK, due to a manufacturing issue. The company now expects the vaccine will not be available until June 2025. The company apologised for the d isruption and inconvenience...

    Nutravet launches ear oil for cats and dogs

    Nutravet has launched Nutraotic Ear Essential Oil, a 'natural' product claimed to provide anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory support. Nutraotic contains grapeseed oil, cinnamon, oregano, clove and lemongrass, a formulation which Nutravet...

    Vet reprimanded for prescribing an acne medication for a human

    London-based Nicola Jane Gurrin MRCVS has been reprimanded and warned by the RCVS Disciplinary Committee after she prescribed an acne treatment for a human. Ms Gurrin faced two charges, the first being that she had issued prescriptions for Roaccutane...

    Samaxia launches eye care drops for dogs

    Samaxia has launched LacriProtect and Lacri+, two new eye care products for dogs made by French company MP Labo, in the UK. LacriProtect is designed to increase the depth of the tear film in the management of dry eye, during anaesthesia, or in case...

    BVA publishes Net Zero report to help the profession towards a more sustainable future

    The BVA has published Net Zero, a report into the role of veterinary practices in tackling climate change. The report comes on the back of a survey by the association which found that 93% of vets say sustainability is important to them. The BVA says...

    Devon-based vet struck off for dishonest certification of cattle tests

    Brian Cullen Bowles has been struck off by the RCVS Disciplinary Committee after he was found to have put public health at risk by dishonestly certifying cattle test results. Mr Bowles faced four charges, but did not respond to the College's notification...

    IVC now offers unlimited preventative consultations

    IVC Evidensia has launched a new tier of its Pet Health Club which includes unlimited preventative consultations and 24/7 online access to a vet. IVC's existing Pet Health Club includes vaccinations, flea and worm treatments, microchipping, health...

    Cumbrian vet wins Britain in Bloom award

    Paragon Veterinary Group has become the first winner of the Royal Horticultural Society’s new national Sustainable Gardening Award, for the wellbeing gardens it created at its surgeries in Dalston and Newbiggin. Paragon’s gardens feature bee and insect...

    Veterinary diversity group celebrates fifth anniversary

    Animal Aspirations, a national student-led organisation dedicated to improving ethnic and socioeconomic diversity within animal-related careers, celebrated its fifth birthday this week. The group was set up in 2019 by veterinary students Stephanie...

    Kent-based vet who faced allegations of clinical failings removed from the Register

    A Kent-based veterinary surgeon who faced allegations relating to multiple clinical failings has been removed from the Register at his own request. George Philippus Hauptfleisch faced three charges in relation to allegations of clinical failings surrounding...

    First plastic-free, veterinary disinfectant wipe to launch at London Vet Show

    Byotrol has announced the launch of Anigene Professional Surface Disinfectant Wipes, the first and only plastic-free surface wipe which is compliant with all biocidal regulations. Polypropylene or plastic-based wipes, which have been industry standard...

    New vet tech treats eye infections in five seconds

    Photon Therapeutics is to launch PhotonUVC, a new device which claims to clear corneal infections in five seconds, on stand E30 at the London Vet Show this week. PhotonUVC Vet is a non-contact treatment which emits low dose ultraviolet C light at a...

    New ear drops for otitis externa

    Krka has launched Otomicol ear drops and cutaneous suspension for the treatment of otitis externa and primary and secondary infections of the skin and adnexa 1 . Otomicol contains miconazole nitrate, prednisolone acetate and polymyxin B. The product...

    Vet nurse reprimanded after stealing animals from people's property

    Shakira Free Miles RVN has been reprimanded and warned by the RCVS VN Council Disciplinary Committee after pleading guilty last year to six counts of theft and one of the attempted theft of animals which she and her co-defendants mistakenly believed...

    TVM becomes new UK distributor of Sileo

    TVM has become the new UK distributor of Sileo (dexmedetomidine), licensed for the alleviation of noise-related anxiety and fear in dogs. Administered between the dog’s cheek and gum at the dose of 125 mcg/m2, dexmedetomidine is absorbed across the...

    Ceva urges vet nurses to take BP readings during Feline Hypertension Month

    Ceva is using Feline Hypertension Month coming up in May to encourage more practices to conduct routine annual blood pressure checks in cats over seven years old. The International Society of Feline Medicine advises that blood pressure should be checked...

    MDC launches improved animal stretcher / bodybag

    MDC is launching a new improved version of its Pet Porter, a dual-purpose animal stretcher and body bag. The company developed the new version with input from veterinary surgeons, nurses and APPCC (Association of Private Pet Cemeteries and Crematoria...

    Essex referral centre opens oncology and radiology suite

    Southfields Veterinary Specialists in Basildon has opened a new oncology and radiotherapy suite. The new suite offers chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatment facilities under one roof, including a linear accelerator (LINAC) which enables treatment...

    New small animal anaesthesia guide written for RVNs by RVNs

    Veterinary nurses at the Royal Veterinary College have published a practical guide to small animal anaesthesia: the first written by RVNs for RVNs. The authors are all specialist anaesthesia nurses, including an American Vet Tech Specialist (VTS) in...

    Sophie Aylett, Katherine Edmondson & Sam Price named BVA's Photographers of the Year 2023

    The British Veterinary Association has announced the three winners of its Photographers of the Year competition, sponsored by iM3 Dental. The winning images were selected from nine finalists , shortlisted from hundreds of entries that were taken by...

    Linnaeus introduces enhanced support for Veterinary Technician Specialists

    Linnaeus has introduced enhanced support for those of its veterinary nurses who are Veterinary Technician Specialists (VTS) or studying towards the qualification. Support for those studying to get the qualification includes access to an internal mentor...

    Radioactive iodine therapy service for vet practices in the East of England

    The Veterinary Surgery in Lowestoft is launching a radioactive iodine therapy service for veterinary practices in the East of England to refer hyperthyroid cats from 5th June. The service will be run by Dr Eloise Quince BVetMed CertAVP(SAM-F) PgCertVPS...

    TVM launches first licensed stem cell treatment for canine osteoarthritis in Europe

    TVM has launched DogStem, a ready-to-use stem cell treatment for dogs, indicated for mild to severe canine osteoarthritis of the hip and elbow. DogStem has been shown to be effective, reducing pain and lameness and improving mobility and quality of...

    NVS launches dual action toxin binder

    NVS has launched DuoTox, a broad-spectrum adsorbent for treating accidental ingestion of harmful substances in dogs and cats. DuoTox is the first product to combine activated charcoal and diosmectite, providing a wider spectrum of absorbency against...