Parasitology

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Parasitology

Clinical information, plus advice to give clients, on key areas of parasite control and prevention in companion animals.

July 2020

Worming protocols: key messages for pet owners

Menna Field details information for VNs to share with their clients on the effect commonly encountered worms can have on humans, farm animals and pets, to help compliance.

24 mins
VN Voice: diversity in the veterinary industry

Ashley Arundale shares her experience of being diagnosed with a neurological condition just as her career journey was about to begin, and why it’s okay to be “different”.

11 mins

June 2020

Amy Henson suggests ways nurses can encourage clients to keep on top of pets’ weight, nutrition and health during lockdown.

9 mins
Matt’s Masterclass: focus on feathers

This month, Matt refreshes readers on caring for birds – in particular, feathers and why their importance should be reiterated to owners.

20 mins
VN Voice: life-changing lessons

BVNA council member Alexandra Taylor explains how overcoming health issues and plenty of hard work enabled her to achieve her true passion of teaching all things feline.

10 mins
Diabetes mellitus: diagnosis and treatment

Emma Gerrard gives a brief overview of the aetiology and management of this disease in cats and dogs.

28 mins
Responsible pet care – key messages for RVNs to share

Shakira Miles explains how veterinary nurses are ideally placed to educate people on looking after animals effectively through impactful consultations.

26 mins

May 2020

VN Voice: maintaining motivation

BVNA council member Lou Northway shares the various opportunities being an RVN has given her, and how finding your niche is key to keeping your career passion ignited.

10 mins

Amy Henson highlights the hazardous plants and products pet owners should be made aware of that can be found in gardens.

10 mins
Home all day with the dog: advice for lockdown and beyond

With owners spending more time among their canine companions amid the coronavirus crisis, ophthalmic nursing assistant and dog behaviour counsellor Hannah Morris considers the impact on dogs during this time, and how to ensure they can readjust after lockdown.

28 mins
Microchipping update: its importance and an RVN’s role

Sarah Pellett and Jo Hinde provide an overview of microchipping different species and discuss the importance of a vet nurse’s role in this.

7 mins
Eye on EBVM: the science of coronavirus

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected all walks of life – including the veterinary profession – in an unprecedented way. Here, with Alan Radford, RCVS Knowledge takes a look at the science of the virus, and how this informs approaches we should take to help slow its spread.

April 2020

Itchy cats and dogs: causes of irritants and cures

John Redbond details how pruritus commonly manifests in companion animals, and how to identify and treat its origins.

32 mins
Managing renal patients – are we doing the best for them?

Nicola Ackerman details symptoms of kidney dysfunction and how veterinary nurse clinics can help manage it.

33 mins

Samantha Ware looks at how dietary changes and supplements can aid in management of skin conditions.

Cat Chat: scratching

Scratching is a normal behaviour in cats, but can be a problem for owners. International Cat Care behaviourist Elizabeth Waring explains more.

6 mins
VN Voice: ‘rewards are worth the work’

Jack Pye shares how he turned a childhood love for animals into a career.

8 mins
Activity monitoring – how it aids weight management

Myra Forster-van Hijfte and Bethany Scott explain how the use of activity monitors can benefit the management of canine obesity.

38 mins

March 2020

VN Voice: ‘opportunities waiting’

Dot Creighton charts her career journey thus far and her excitement for what comes next.

11 mins
Older and wiser: advising owners about caring for senior pets

Stacey Bullock discusses how vet nurses can help owners of elderly cats and dogs.

23 mins