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- 2020 -10 JulyFeatures
Coronavirus Diary: First Vet
How the pandemic changed has my day to day experience of working with pets? I work for FirstVet, a video-based veterinary consultation service that was first launched in the UK in April 2019. During the pandemic FirstVet has seen a marked increase in the demand for remote consults (in fact,…
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6 JulyVeterinary
ICareCat appoints new head of feline medicine
International Cat Care (ICatCare) has announced the appointment of Nathalie Dowgray as head of its international society of feline medicine (ISFM), effective 3 August. Downgray has a background in animal welfare and as an RCVS advanced practitioner in feline medicine, and is also a member of both the Australian and…
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1 JulyFeatures
Coronavirus diaries: Eastcott Referrals
Pre-lockdown we possibly didn’t appreciate the significance of what was about to happen. Initially, we wondered if perhaps enhanced infection control and not shaking hands was going to be enough to keep us safe? The full impact of the virus only became clear when lockdown was imposed. Overnight all non-emergency…
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Jun- 2020 -24 JuneFeatures
A guide to buying pet medication online
When your pet is poorly and in need of treatment, the costs can quickly add up. This is why an increasing number of pet owners are searching online to find cheaper medication. Buying pet medication online is a cost effective alternative. However, as with any online purchase, owners should shop…
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May- 2020 -29 MayIndustry News
RCVS to hold ‘remote’ disciplinary committee hearings
The RCVS has announced that it will be holding remote disciplinary committee hearings in June in light of the ongoing pandemic. The hearings in question are in relation to two separate applications for a restoration to the register. The first hearing will take place between 24 June and 26 June,…
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26 MayVeterinary
Vets offer video examination tips for pet owners amid lockdown
Teesside-based animal hospital Wear Referrals has produced a video to help dog owners carry out basic examinations on their pets during the lockdown. Wear Referrals, in Bradbury, County Durham, has filmed the basic health check video to help provide support and assistance to pet owners who are unable to get…
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22 MayVeterinary
BSAVA appoints new Professor Ian Ramsey as president
BSAVA has announced the appointment of Professor Ian Ramsey as its new president for 2020/2021. Ramsey succeeds Sue Parerson to the post and has served BSAVA as a regional secretary, member of several committees and chair of Petsavers and Scientific. He gained both the UK and European Diplomas in Small…
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19 MayVeterinary
NSDR invests £50,000 specialist equipment to help prevent animals going blind
Surrey-based animal hospital, North Downs Specialist Referrals (NDSR), has invested £50,000 in specialist equipment which can help prevent animals going blind. The animal hospital has taken delivery of an endolaser to help tackle cases of glaucoma in pets, particularly dogs. The highly advanced laser endoscopy machine has proven very successful…
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14 MayIndustry News
Joii partners with Kennel Club
The Kennel Club has launched a new partnership Joii, an online vet app, to provide wider access to veterinary care for owners who are staying at home. The partnership will provide Kennel Club members with a complimentary, first-time video consultation with a vet. Those who sign up to the Joii…
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13 MayVeterinary
BVA and RCVS respond to government easing lockdown restrictions
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) and the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) have responded to the latest plan from the government on easing lockdown restrictions in England, explaining that veterinary practices are “still not operating business as usual”. The statement said veterinary professionals have been working throughout the lockdown,…
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