VetCPD’s online course, “Hip and elbow dysplasia – developmental causes of lameness in dogs” with Philip Witte, launches on 4 November.

Two separate ceremonies hosted by RCVS for its newly registered veterinary nurses and for those achieving Diploma in Advanced Veterinary Nursing.

More than 20 students attend graduation ceremony to mark successful completion of University Centre West Anglia's BSc and FdSc courses.

Creative thinking from SVNs Steph Crow and Millie Keinzley allows colleagues to know exactly where to find and store their stethoscopes.

“I will also be running in memory of a dear friend; an incredible woman and fantastic vet who, two years ago, lost her battle with depression and she ended her own life." – Sarah Dawson.

An RVN who spent four weeks nursing a sickly snake back to health has decided to adopt her “little soldier”.

RVN Isobel Cook aims to collate case studies and petition signatures highlighting fear and suffering of pets from fireworks – and ultimately halt pyrotechnic sales.

Vets and nurses will now be able to “pause” CPD for up to six months as well as be given a one-off chance to carry over accrued hours.

Lyndsay Hughes, operations and nursing manager at Drove Veterinary Hospital in Swindon, hopes online and face-to-face support programme will help colleagues in leadership roles.

VetPartners becomes first veterinary group in the UK to set up a school of equine nursing, at Liphook Equine Hospital, offering block-release City and Guilds diploma.

Hour-long session at congress on Saturday (12 October) at 10am will provide an update on maximising vet nurses, creating a sustainable workforce and one health.

Deborah Holland, who started out in 1979 earning £10 a week in Hertfordshire, has lived and worked across the country in a varied career.

A team from Eastgate Vets in Suffolk reached speeds of more than 120mph during a daring skydive to raise £1,800 for charity.

Marcia Kirk was believed to be one of the first in the UK to qualify as a registered animal nursing auxiliary – the role that later led to the title of veterinary nurse.

Norwich pair passed their RVN qualifications first time while juggling new jobs, house moves, marriage and childbirth.