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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Jul- 2018 -26 JulyGovernment & Legislation
Vet cleared of ‘disgraceful conduct’ after cat dies
The Disciplinary Committee of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has found a London-based veterinary surgeon not guilty of “disgraceful conduct in a professional respect”, after a cat died during treatment. The Disciplinary Committee hearing for Sarah Lee Dantas-Holmes concerned the death of a cat, named Hope. On 19…
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23 JulyAppointment
Vets Now’s clinical director appointed RCVS president
Amanda Boag, Vets Now’s clinical director, has become the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) president in a ceremony held in London on Friday 13 July 2018, as outgoing president, Professor Stephen May’s tenure came to a close. She takes on the presidency following a 12-month term as junior vice…
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20 JulyCharities
Blue Cross introduce new course to teach ‘pet bereavement support skills’
Animal welfare charity Blue Cross has introduced a new course to help those in the pet industry deal with difficult conversations regarding pet loss. Entitled ‘Introduction to Pet Bereavement Support Skills’ the new course will be available online for those working in the industry, taking two hours to complete. A…
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19 JulyVeterinary
Disciplinary Committee strikes off vet for animal welfare offences
The Disciplinary Committee of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has directed the Registrar to remove a Leeds-based veterinary surgeon from the register following his conviction for animal welfare offences in 2016. The Disciplinary Committee hearing for Gary James Cassius Samuel took place on Tuesday 10 and Wednesday 11…
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Jun- 2018 -29 JuneCurrent Affairs
Over 1,600 EU vet professionals respond to second RCVS Brexit survey
Over 1,600 EU-qualified veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses have already responded to a second survey by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) on the implications for them of the UK’s decision to exit the European Union. The original survey was sent last year to more than 5,000 UK-registered veterinary…
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29 JuneVeterinary
RCVS to consult on new veterinary nursing qualifications framework
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) will be asking the veterinary professions for their view on a proposed new framework for post-registration veterinary nursing qualifications next month. It will aim to enhance the structure of the veterinary nursing career and introduce an Advanced Veterinary Nurse status. The proposed framework…
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27 JuneGovernment & Legislation
Brexit threatens capacity of Welsh veterinary workforce, warns BVA
British Veterinary Association (BVA) resident John Fishwick called for urgent action to guard against a serious shortfall of vets in Wales following Britain’s withdrawal from the European Union. His speech at BVA’s Annual Welsh Dinner on 26 June came amid growing concerns about how Brexit may impact on vets working…
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27 JuneVeterinary
RCVS orders removal of vet amid ‘alcohol-related issues’ and ‘serious clinical failings’
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has ordered the registrar to remove a Great Yarmouth vet from the college following “alcohol-related issues”, “serious clinical failings”, and after she made disparaging comments about other vets. Judith Kay, failed to attend the hearing in person despite being given “significant prior notice”.…
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22 JuneTrade Organisations
RCVS increases vet fees by three percent
At its June meeting, the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) council agreed a three percent increase in the registration and retention fees for 2019/20 which will now be submitted to the privy council for formal approval. Lizzie Lockett, RCVS CEO, said: “This year we asked council to agree a…
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20 JuneGovernment & Legislation
RCVS introduces two new committees to aid decision-making
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has introduced two new committees and will also increase the frequency of public council meetings from this year’s Royal College Day (13 July 2018) to aid its decision-making processes. Following the passage through the Houses of Parliament in May of a Legislative Reform…
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