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BVNA launches Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month 2025

BVNA launches Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month 2025 Ahead of Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month (VNAM) in May, organisers BVNA are calling on the profession to champion veterinary nurses and raise public awareness of their important role. Read More
Sarcoid surgery a success for fearful mule

Sarcoid surgery a success for fearful mule
The veterinary, behaviour and farming teams at The Donkey Sanctuary have collaborated to treat a sarcoid tumour on a nervous mule. Read More

Charity reports increase in designer cats

Charity reports increase in designer cats
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) has reported a sharp increase in designer cats being surrendered to their branch in Kent. Read More


Government urged to progress puppy smuggling bill

Government urged to progress puppy smuggling bill
Survey reveals 1 in 5 vets have seen illegally...

BVA issues Easter reminder to pet owners

BVA issues Easter reminder to pet owners
VPIS statistics underscore importance of hiding 'toxic' treats. Read More

Project to research syringomyelia in Cavalier King Charles spaniels

Project to research syringomyelia in Cavalier King Charles spaniels
The five-year project will gather data on the neurological condition. Read More


BEVA reveals 2025 Congress theme

BEVA reveals 2025 Congress theme
The event will explore the rise antimicrobial...

Sarcoid surgery a success for fearful mule

Sarcoid surgery a success for fearful mule
The Donkey Sanctuary worked with Zula to treat his sarcoid tumour. Read More

World Horse Welfare calls for improved equine laws

World Horse Welfare calls for improved equine laws
It asks that new legislative commitments are extended to non-farming equines. Read More


RUMA CA&E releases Antibiotic Amnesty 2024 results

RUMA CA&E releases Antibiotic Amnesty 2024 results
The results were shared at this year's BSAVA...

Obesity gene found in Labradors and humans

Obesity gene found in Labradors and humans
The gene could support obesity research across species. Read More

Pathologists call for more training for vet professionals

Pathologists call for more training for vet professionals
Enhanced surveillance training could help tackle antimicrobial resistance. Read More


Colourful birds thrive in cities, study finds

Colourful birds thrive in cities, study finds
Urbanisation has caused a decline in biodiversity.

Reptiles brighter in open habitats, study finds
Animals may have adapted their colouration to survive climate change.

RSPCA calls for 'urgent' monkey law clarity
It calls for safeguards to prevent animals being abandoned.

Applications open for BVNA Council seats

Applications open for BVNA Council seats
RVNs and SVNs can apply to join the council.

BVNA announces 2025 congress theme
The organisation is celebrating its 60th anniversary.

BVNA marks 60th anniversary
Members are invited to share photos and memories.


Winners announced for Pet Rescue Grant 2025

Winners announced for Pet Rescue Grant 2025
Four rescue charities received a share of the funding.

Nominations open for RSPCA PawPrints Awards
The award will recognise vets and vet nurses in the public sector.

Charity launches 'life-changing' funding for vet students
The Quadstar Foundation is offering two grants up to £3,500 pa.

Voting opens for RSPCA photo competition

Voting opens for RSPCA photo competition
Children and young people have been snapping pics of pets and wildlife.

Comedy Wildlife Awards open for entries
The competition is open to novices, amateurs and professionals.

Peeing contagious for chimpanzees, study finds
When one chimp urinates, others are likely to follow.

Central Qualifications VN Educator Awards 2025, Nominations are now open.

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  • Vet Station
  • Ultralink
  • Laboratory Management
  • Rotamanager Promotion
  • National Veterinary Data Service

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Applications open for MMI research grantsApplications open for MMI research grants

RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.