Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) sets professional standards and regulatory frameworks that shape the wider petcare ecosystem in the UK. Pet Gazette’s coverage of the RCVS focuses on policy announcements, practice standards, reforms to veterinary education and registration, and rulings that may impact retailers — especially where guidance intersects with the sale of health-related products, veterinary medicines, or advice provision. We also report on how RCVS developments influence the role of veterinary professionals in product recommendation and customer referral, offering insight for pet shops, distributors, and brand suppliers navigating this regulated space.
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Dec- 2025 -4 DecemberManufacturers
Direct4Pet expands Lancashire fulfilment hub
Direct4Pet has expanded its fulfilment operations after moving into a 40,000 sq ft logistics centre in Lancashire, a step the business said would support growing demand for next-day delivery and reflect its wider UK expansion. The Burscough-based retailer, which evolved from a veterinary practice into a dedicated online operation, said…
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Nov- 2025 -25 NovemberRetailers
Jollyes opens five new stores in former Poundland sites
Jollyes will open the first of five new stores in former Poundland units this week as part of a wider plan to launch six outlets in six weeks ahead of Christmas. The first conversion will open in Thurrock on 28 November, followed by a store in Colne on 29 November.…
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Sep- 2025 -3 SeptemberVeterinary
RCVS introduces new postgrad accreditation and QA processes
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has introduced an updated process for the review and accreditation of postgraduate certificates delivered by external organisations. The completion of this updated process would allow veterinary surgeons to apply for advanced practitioner (AP) status. The new procedures align the criteria for accreditation of…
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Jul- 2025 -21 JulyVeterinary
BVA launches new CPD library
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has launched a new continuous professional development (CPD) library to give members easier access to high-quality content. The library includes 28 on-demand recordings covering a range of sessions across BVA’s key themes: people, planet and animals. This features webinars such as “Managing emotions in stressful…
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Jun- 2025 -30 JuneVeterinary
Bristol Vet Specialists appoints new cardiology specialist
Bristol Vet Specialists has appointed Kieran Borgeat to its cardiology department as demand for specialist services continues to grow. Borgeat, a Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) recognised specialist in veterinary cardiology, will support the expansion of cardiology services at the 30,000 sq. ft. referral hospital, including a new minimally…
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12 JuneVeterinary
RCVS launches free support course for returning veterinary surgeons
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has launched a free online course to support veterinary surgeons returning to clinical practice after a career break. The course, titled Vet return, is available through the RCVS Academy digital platform. It is aimed at those rejoining the UK Practising Register after more…
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5 JuneVeterinary
RCVS moves into new Hardwick Street office
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has officially moved into its new headquarters on Hardwick Street in Clerkenwell, Central London. The six-floor former warehouse, built around 1929, was purchased for £22.3m in 2022. It was fully tenanted at the time, generating £1.4m in rental income between 2022 and 2023.…
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Apr- 2025 -11 AprilVeterinary
Vet charity calls for cat and dog owners views on vet care
Veterinary charity RCVS Knowledge is looking for cat and dog owners to share their views on how veterinary care can be adapted to the individual circumstances of each pet and their owner. The charity stated that the answers will help improve understanding of what matters most to dog and cat…
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Mar- 2025 -25 MarchVeterinary
RCVS Knowledge calls on owners to share views on vet care
Veterinary charity RCVS Knowledge is looking for cat and dog owners to share their views on how veterinary care can be adapted to the individual circumstances of each pet and their owner. The answers will help improve understanding of what matters most to dog and cat owners about veterinary care…
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18 MarchVeterinary
RCVS appoints new junior vice president
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has announced the appointment of Tim Hutchinson MRCVS as its new junior vice president. Hutchinson is a small animal veterinary surgeon based in South Oxfordshire. He is also a managing partner of Larkmead Vets and also a director at the independent veterinary community…
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