Dave Beeston, in his latest Practice Makes Perfect, reflects on some of the best and least enjoyable aspects of his internship journey.

David Harwood BVetMed, FRCVS summarises proceedings from the Goat Veterinary Society autumn meeting held in Thirsk, North Yorkshire.

Chanticleer discusses an important issue in the veterinary profession in his latest Vet Times column.

RCVS Knowledge returns with another significant event audit in practice. Quality Improvement (QI) Vets is a fictional team, but based on true stories from UK practices, created by RCVS Knowledge’s Case Example Working Party to help veterinary teams apply quality improvement to real situations.

Roderick Beardshall MA, VetMB, MRCVS details the case of a male dog that presented with a five-day history of lethargy and stiffness.

Jo Ireson, BSc, ISFMCertFN advises what to do if presented with a wild bat and encourages others to get involved with their rehabilitation.

Having spent time self-isolating to protect his loved ones, and after himself developing COVID-19 symptoms, Ben Simpson-Vernon MA, VetMB, MRCVS, has chosen to share some of his thoughts on the unique circumstances facing the profession, pet owners and colleagues dealing with the new normal.

Karin Kruger provides tips to help general practitioners assess colic patients and reviews literature on common treatments.

Alex Gough presents more veterinary studies in companion animal medicine in his latest Research Review.

Simona Radaelli, in the first of a two-part article, analyses owner information to be collected and first steps when examining animals.

Sue Mayer discusses evidence supporting this control method – as well as practicalities, and opportunities and obstacles – using experiences from a programme in Derbyshire. Includes video content.

In his latest Practice Makes Perfect column, Dave reflects on his internship, why it was a good idea for him, and how it could be a good one for you, too.