CVS
CVS Group plc is one of the UKโs largest integrated veterinary services providers, with growing influence across the petcare supply chain. Pet Gazetteโs coverage of CVS includes acquisitions of vet practices and referral centres, strategic partnerships, business performance updates, and developments that affect pet product stocking, prescriptions, and client services. We also report on how CVSโs corporate growth and operational decisions impact suppliers, wholesalers, and independent pet retailers โ especially where there is overlap in pet nutrition, health, and wellness products. This tag helps industry professionals track a major player shaping the future of UK petcare delivery.
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Aug- 2015 -3 AugustIndustry News
Vet Futures reveals the true feelings of the industry
New information released by the Vet Futures Survey shows how the veterinary profession can be stressful but rewarding. The survey was carried out as part of Vet Futures, a joint project from the British Veterinary Association (BVA) and Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). In relation to the โrespected…
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May- 2015 -22 MayEditorial
How Much Do People Trust Their Vet?
Pet trade professionals are, in general, passionate about animal care. But, do we know how non-industry members view vets’ commitment and dedication? A new survey asked the public to share their opinions. A recent ICM opinion poll asked over 2000 members of the public how much they trusted the veterinary…
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15 MayVeterinary
New Status for Derby Vet
Saint Leonard Veterinary Centre in Derby has announced that Karl Underhill, a veterinary surgeon, recently gained โAdvanced Practitioner Statusโ from the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). Lists of Advanced Practitioners and RCVS Specialists can be found on the RVCS website. Only a small percentage of practising vet achieve this…
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Mar- 2015 -12 MarchCurrent Affairs
Vets Can Use ‘Doctor’ Title Decides RCVS
The Council of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) will to permit veterinary surgeons in the UK to use the courtesy title โDoctor’, in a decision that has been welcomed by British Veterinary Association (BVA). The RCVS’ announcement follows a consultation that received over 11,000 responses. The use of…
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Feb- 2015 -25 FebruaryEditorial
ARE ALL DOGS READY FOR MICROCHIPPING?
Compulsory microchipping for dogs in England is only a year away. New regulations come into effect from April 6th 2016. From that point onwards, all dogs must be chipped by the time they are eight weeks old. Owners will also be required to register their pet with an approved database.…
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May- 2014 -8 MayEvents
Heading to the London Pet Show? Come and visit the RCVS
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), the regulatory body for the veterinary profession in the UK, will be in attendance at the London Pet Show on May 17 and 18. Visitors to the event are encouraged to come to the RCVS stand (A855) to find out how the College sets veterinary…
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Mar- 2014 -14 MarchTrade Organisations
PFMA’s ‘Pet Obesity: Five years on’
The Pet Food Manufacturers Association (PFMA) has revealed two in three (63 per cent) owners feel more important problems face their pets than obesity. Today, three in four vets believe pet obesity is on the rise, considering the root causes of pet weight gain to be owners not following feeding guides, treating…
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5 MarchCurrent Affairs
UKโs first Seminar Led Debate on Raw Feeding for Veterinary Students
On February 20, natural pet food company Natures Menu organised a UK first, an independent seminar led debate on raw feeding cats and dogs with veterinary students. The students of LUVS, Liverpool University Veterinary Society turned out in droves to find out more about the much talked about topic, which…
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Jul- 2013 -30 JulyTrade Organisations
RVN Disciplinary Committee suspends Northants registered veterinary nurse
The Registered Veterinary Nurse Disciplinary Committee of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has suspended a registered veterinary nurse who admitted to taking home a patient that was supposed to have been euthanised. During the hearing the committee heard how Sally-Ann Roberts had deliberately gone against the wishes of…
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12 JulyCurrent Affairs
RCVS Charitable Trust relaunches as RCVS Knowledge
The RCVS Charitable Trust, has announced a complete rebranding that includes a change of name to RCVS Knowledge and the refocus of its mission on supporting the flourishing evidence-based veterinary medicine (EBVM) movement across the globe. For the past 50 years, the charity has been known as a small funder…
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