Nottingham

Gudrun Ravetz elected new president of the BVA

Gudrun Ravetz has been named the new president of the British Veterinary Association (BVA). Sean Wensley, the previous president, concluded his year in the role on September 22 with a final final Presidential Address to 140 people at the BVA Members’ Day. Sean emphasised the strength of the profession in changing times and will…

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Gudrun Ravetz elected new president of the BVA

Gudrun Ravetz has been named the new president of the British Veterinary Association (BVA). Sean Wensley, the previous president, concluded his year in the role on September 22 with a final final Presidential Address to 140 people at the BVA Members’ Day. Sean emphasised the strength of the profession in changing times and will…

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Kitten caught in washing machine ordeal

A Nottingham based kitten has been nominated for the PDSA Pet Survivor Awards 2016 after getting accidentally trapped in the washing machine. Bengal crossbreed, Bobby, climbed unnoticed in among the washing and made himself comfy. But his peaceful snooze quickly turned into a nightmare when his loving owner, Lisa Keefe, unwittingly…

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New Masters programme for vets

The British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) is launching an exciting new qualification for vets. The Masters by Research will allow vets, particularly those in general practice, to conduct clinical research relating to their work. The qualification will be validated by Nottingham Trent University. It is aimed at people who already have…

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Animals pushed to the limits?

“Have the demands placed on animals for companionship, production and traction pushed them towards their biological limits?” “How much further is it acceptable to push them?” This ethical dilemma was debated on June 23 at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), at CABI-RVC’s fifth symposium on animal welfare. The speakers covered a range of…

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Wellbeing conference hailed a success

Veterinary and pet health experts met to discuss best practice and share ideas at a two-day conference based at PDSA’s headquarters. The vet charity, based in Telford, Shropshire, welcomed world renowned speakers to the event, which focused on how vets can help improve the main welfare issues facing the UK’s companion animals,…

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Shortlist announced for Ceva Animal Welfare Awards

Ceva Animal Health has unveiled the shortlist for its fifth annual Animal Welfare Awards. Individuals, businesses and charities within the seven categories were chosen following a day of  deliberation by a panel of industry judges, chaired by Chris Laurence MBE MRCVS. The judges also granted one additional award in special recognition…

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Pedigree Wholesale supports local apprenticeships

Pedigree Wholesale has been working in conjunction with Vision Apprentices and Nottingham City Council to help local unemployed residents return to the workplace. A sector based academy was held at Pedigree Wholesale’s Gamston site and 14 potential apprentices attended a one week course which focused on developing the necessary skills to be successful…

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Busy time for AmPet Products

Interest from the UK in AmPet Products has grown over the past year and is set to continue in 2016. The Nottinghamshire-based company, which introduces products to the UK from leading American suppliers as well as other major countries around the globe, will be seeking out more best-sellers at Global Expo in March. AmPet’s…

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Grove Pet Foods Ltd installs solar panels

The maker of Vitalin and Alpha, Grove Pet Foods Ltd, has installed solar panels at its premises on the Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire border. The company has expressed a commitment to improving its green credentials. It aims to benefit the business, the environment and local community by reducing its carbon footprint.…

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