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Animal behaviour courses on show at BSAVA
Karen Wild
Animal behaviourists Loni Loftus and Karen Wild on-hand to answer delegates' questions

Central College of Animal Studies is welcoming veterinary surgeons, nurses and behaviourists to come along to their stand at the forthcoming BSAVA Congress to discuss the newly available behaviour qualifications – from the Diploma in Companion Animal Training through to the Professional Diploma in Clinical Animal Behaviour.

Veterinary surgeons, nurses and behaviourists welcomed to discuss newly available behaviour qualifications
Delegates can explore the content of the courses with Central College staff and gather more information as to how to offer behaviour consultation in their practice.

Those responsible for professional development and training in practice are also encouraged to discuss working in partnership with Central College to develop tailored and comprehensive training programmes for their team.

Loni Loftus
Loni Loftus

As well as showcasing our animal behaviour courses, Central College staff will be available to discuss a range of veterinary nursing training programmes, including the Diploma for Veterinary Nursing Assistants, the Diploma in Animal Nursing and the Diploma in Veterinary Nursing.

To book an appointment with a Central College representative at BSAVA Congress to discuss animal behaviour courses, veterinary nursing training or CPD events in more detail, please call 01359 243405 or email enquiries@ccoas.org.uk

For more information about Central College of Animal Studies, visit www.ccoas.org.uk

 

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Applications open for MMI research grants

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 RCVS' Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) has launched round two of its veterinary mental health research grants.

Researchers have until 11.59pm on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 to apply for a grant for research which reflects MMI's 2025 focus areas.

Only one Impact Grant was awarded last year, and so this year there are two Discovery Grants and one Impact Grants available. Each Discovery Grant is worth £5,000 and the Impact Grant is worth £15,000.

For more information or to apply, email researchgrants@rcvs.org.uk to contact the MMI team.

 

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BBC Radio 4 documentary addresses corporate fees

BBC Radio 4's File on 4 Investigates has released a documentary exploring how corporate-owned veterinary practices may be inflating bills to increase profit.

Released on 15 April, 'What's Happening To Your Vet Bills?' revealed the policies which many corporate groups have in place to increase their profits. This included targets and upgrades which veterinary teams are tasked with meeting on a regular basis.

It also features Anrich Vets, an independently-owned practice based in Wigan. Following the case of Staffordshire terrier Benjy, who is diagnosed with a tumour, the documentary shares how the team were able to offer contextualised care and advice to make the procedure as affordable as possible for his owners.

The documentary can be heard on demand on BBC iPlayer.