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New postgraduate certificate in emergency practice
The course includes modules in emergency practice, emergency medicine and emergency surgery.
Practical course to help vets hone their techniques

The University of Chester and CPD Solutions have launched a new postgraduate certificate in emergency practice for small animal vets.

The course begins in October 2018 and will allow students to obtain their PgCert in just 12 months. It includes nine days of hands-on practical training based at the CPD solutions training centre near Birmingham.

‘Our experience is that vets get the most out of hands-on practical training in a structured and supportive environment, combined with reflective application of their new skills in practice,” said CPD Solutions MD Susie Coughlan.

“This is the format for the PgCert in Emergency Practice – all attendance sessions are practical, and the course provides support for developing reflective work- based learning that vets can then use throughout their careers. We are developing the range of 12 month PgCerts for vets and we’re very excited to be able to offer the highly popular subject of Emergency Practice this year.”

The certificate will be led by tutors Tobias Grave, Aidan McAlinden, Smita Das and Scott Kilpatrick, who will help vets hone their techniques and decision-making in small group sessions. It includes modules in 'Essentials of Small Animal Emergency Practice', 'Small Animal Emergency Medicine' and 'Small Animal Emergency Surgery'.

Assessment is ongoing and based on a submission of a reflective portfolio in keeping with the current RCVS move towards outcomes-based CPD.

To find out more about the new PgCert in Emergency Practice contact CPD Solutions on 0151 328 0444 or visit http://www.cpd-solutions.com/info/pgcertpdemerg/

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Greyhound Board announces change to vaccination guidance

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 The Greyhound Board of Great Britain has published new vaccination guidance, with all greyhounds registered from 1 January, 2027 required to have the L4 leptospirosis vaccination, rather than L2.

The change comes in response to the reduced availability of the 'L2' Leptospirosis vaccine across the UK, and aims to support best biosecurity practice across the racing greyhound population.

GBGB veterinary director Simon Gower, said "While rare, Leptospirosis is a serious infectious disease that can affect both dogs and humans, so it is vital that we offer our greyhounds the broadest possible protection.  

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Free webinar explores congenital heart disease in dogs

A free webinar is to provide veterinary professionals, dog breeders and pet owners an new insights into congenital heart disease.

Chris Linney, a cardiology specialist and Veterinary Cardiovascular Society (VSC) member, will present the webinar from 7.00pm to 8.30pm on Wednesday, 12 November.

Dr Linney will explore the types, causes and clinical presentation of congenital heart conditions. This will include diagnostic approaches, treatment pathways and emerging research opportunities.

The session is the third to be organised by The Kennel Club, with the VCS, following an introductory webinar and a talk on acquired heart disease. Dr Linney's webinar consists of a one-hour presentation, followed by a 30-minute question and answer session.

Dr Linney said: "This webinar will be an opportunity to deepen understanding - not just of the diseases themselves, but of how breeders, vets and owners can work together to support affected dogs and improve outcomes for future generations."

Click here to register for the webinar.