February is LGBT history month, and this year’s theme is ‘Geography-mapping the world’ and is all about OUTing the past! The badge for this year, designed by Cristian-Emanuel Buda, features two compasses facing each other; which he says demonstrates LGBT people finding their way in the world, whether it is accepting of them or not. […]
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Meet the Tutors: Employer Information Event at Potters Bar
The College of Animal Welfare, Royal Veterinary College, Boltons Park Farm, Hawkshead Road, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire EN6 1NB. On Tuesday 27 March, between 1 and 4pm, the team at Potters Bar are opening their doors to clinical coaches, mentors and employers for an informal drop in session and refreshments: Tea/coffee and Easter treats! Tutors, Assessors […]
ILM Coaching and Mentoring qualifications at CAW
As a clinical coach, you will know that coaching students or new members of staff can be extremely rewarding, but also challenging at times! Do you struggle with any of the following? Balancing your clinical duties with your coaching responsibilities Setting boundaries and being assertive Getting your students to take more responsibility for their workload […]
Student Volunteering Week – 19-25 February 2018
If you’re looking to gain experience in order to progress into a career with animals, then volunteering could be the step in the right direction you need to kick start your career. By volunteering with animals you can: Learn new skills and gain experience Make new friends Learn about animal behaviour Give something back make […]
Dream of working with animals? Come along to Careers with Animals Day and find out how!
The College of Animal Welfare is delighted to announce that it’s next Careers With Animals Day will take place on Saturday 24 March 2018 at its centre near Huntingdon (Cambridgeshire). If you love animals, at some point in your life you may have considered working with them, but what options are there and where do […]
Our feline friends need your help!
International Declaration of Responsibility to Cats While most people are aware that cats are sentient beings who are able to experience pain and pleasure, there are still many felines experiencing unnecessary suffering, whether they’re classed as ‘pets’ or ‘street cats.’ With the aim to persuade governments, non-government organisations and charities, breeders, owners and veterinary professionals […]
Show your pet you love them this Love Your Pet Day!
One of the good things about owning a pet is that you always have someone to take care of and spend time with. Studies show that owning a pet can lower stress hormones, heart rate and anxiety levels! As a thank you for all that out pets do for us, why not treat them this […]
What is the state of Britain’s hedgehogs?
Whilst there is great concern about the decreasing numbers of Britain’s hedgehogs, campaigns such as Hedgehog Street are actively doing what they can in order to stop this decline, and it seems to be working! Although the species has declined, recently the rate of decline has seen to be slowing down, and where hedgehogs can […]
Kennel Club welcomes consultation on third party puppy sale ban
The Kennel Club has welcomed a consultation by the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) about a ban on the practice of selling puppies via third parties as a crucial step forward to tackle the cruel puppy farming industry. However, concerns have been raised about how the licensing regulations will be enforced and […]
World Leadership Day – 8 February 2018
As a leader or manager you get the opportunity to have a direct influence on those around you, so why not get inspired this World Leadership Day and see how you can make a difference in your workplace. Five ways to motivate your team Do something you’re passionate about – In order to make a […]