The College of Animal Welfare is delighted to announce that the Veterinary Practice Management Association (VPMA) is retaining its sponsorship of Head Nurse Congress for 2017. Head Nurse Congress provides two days of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) dedicated to head nurses, practice managers and those working in a leadership role in veterinary practice. This […]
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VPMA announced as returning main sponsor of Head Nurse Congress 2017!
NOAH releases 2017 compendium
The National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) has released the 2017 edition of its Compendium of Data Sheets for Animal Medicines, including the latest edition of NOAH’s Code of Practice for the Promotion of Animal Medicines. A free copy of the book will be posted to every veterinary practice in the UK. The compendium can also be […]
Calling all vet practices! Suture material needed!
Calling all vet practices! If you have any out-of-date suture material, we would be very grateful if you could send it to us to make use of for training purposes. You can do this via your QAS during practice visits, via students coming in to College, or by posting to our Huntingdon centre at: The […]
New DNA testing scheme for the Giant Schnauzer approved
Following consultation with the breed’s health co-coordinator, a new official DNA testing scheme for prcd-PRA in the Giant Schnauzer has been approved by The Kennel Club. The Kennel Club consistently reviews DNA testing schemes in conjunction with breed clubs to ensure breeders are supported with resources which help them to make responsible breeding decisions. Test […]
World Religion Day (15 January)
This year falling on 15 January, World Religion Day is about celebrating religious diversity, as well as encouraging religious and non-religious people alike to better understand the beliefs of others, and recognise the similarities that all religions share. First proclaimed by the Baha’i faith in the US in 1950, it has since been celebrated annually […]
Nominations for RCVS and VN Councils elections 2017 still open
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has issued a reminder noting that the deadline is approaching for nominations from veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses who would like to stand as candidates in next year’s RCVS Council and Veterinary Nurses Council elections respectively. The nomination period for both RCVS and VN Councils runs up until 5pm […]
4 things to consider before becoming a pet owner
So you’ve decided that now is the right time to welcome a new friend to the family. Whilst this choice is an exciting one to make, you have to be prepared to provide your pet with everything it needs to live a fulfilling, happy life. Pet ownership should never be pursued on impulse; it isn’t […]
The College of Animal Welfare VLE Survey: Have your say!
How are you finding your online learning experience at The College of Animal Welfare? Now is your chance to have your say! During January, we are running a short survey for all CAW students to gain feedback on our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). By sharing your thoughts and ideas about your online learning experience with […]
E&D Competition of the Month: World Religion Day
This month’s prize competition topic is ‘World Religion Day’ – enter and be in with a chance of winning a £20 amazon voucher! This year, falling on 15 January, World Religion Day is about celebrating religious diversity, as well as encouraging religious and non-religious people alike to better understand the beliefs of others, and recognise […]
Christmas Appeals – Thank you!
Thank you very much to everyone who contributed to our Christmas appeals last month. Our Huntingdon centre delivered a large bed full of food, toys and goodies to Animals in Need in Northamptonshire. Edinburgh collected a bin full of food that was donated to the Scottish SPCA Edinburgh and Lothian Animal Rescue and Rehoming […]