On a Saturday in late May, the BVNA’s Kent branch held its first CPD and fund-raising day, with more than 100 veterinary nurses, reps, speakers and helpers turning up to Hadlow College in Tonbridge.

Hayley Walters talks about the importance of future VNs recognising both the mental and physical welfare needs of animals, and introduces a course designed to help.

Rebecca Hubbard reports from 2016’s TP Congress, where clinical coaching, cocktails and canapés made for a captivating concoction.

BVNA education development coordinator Debbie Gray tells readers about the free CPD available for its members.

Marie Rippingale introduces the Equine Bandaging Angels – a group of four veterinary nurses who are delivering wound care CPD to veterinary practices nationwide.

Caroline Iser shares her experiences as an animal hospital VN, the gratification and satisfaction she receives and the importance of like-minded colleagues.

Holly Kernot speaks to RVN Jane Davidson on the methods in which she reaches out to fellow nurses and her hopes for the profession’s future.

The EDGE programmes from Vets Now are not only exciting and fun but they provide the ideal springboard for a career in EEC.

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Sitting in her office, vet and clinic director Kelly Whitelaw said with conviction: “In terms … more