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Veterinary Women in Leadership to host Christmas event
The Christmas leadership event will also include a sprinkling of festive fun!

Interactive workshop will be led by renowned leadership coach, Jo Woods.
 
Effective delegation and goal setting are set to go under the spotlight at a virtual Christmas event, organised by Veterinary Women in Leadership.

The event, which takes place on Zoom on Wednesday, 8 December (7-9 pm), will also see renowned leadership coach Jo Woods share her top tips for better time management. 

Delegates will receive a Christmas-themed pack and a copy of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey. There will also be a sprinkling of festive fun, with some light-hearted moments for all participants to enjoy. 

Veterinary Women in Leadership is a collaboration between Veterinary Women and XLVets. XLVets chief operations officer Kerrie Hedley said:

“We were really keen to host an event that had a strong leadership focus but in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Jo Woods is an incredibly supportive and astute leadership coach. 

“She isn’t afraid to talk from personal experience, and her approach is both inspiring and insightful. We are delighted that she will lend her expertise to the Veterinary Women in Leadership Christmas event.”

The event is open to anyone new to leadership, those who have been in a senior role for many years, or individuals who want to take ownership of their next career move. For more information and to register your place, visit bit.ly/vwilchristmas

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FIVP launches CMA remedies survey

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 FIVP has shared a survey, inviting those working in independent practice to share their views on the CMA's proposed remedies.

The Impact Assessment will help inform the group's response to the CMA, as it prepares to submit further evidence to the Inquiry Group. FIVP will also be attending a hearing in November.

Data will be anonymised and used solely for FIVP's response to the CMA. The survey will close on Friday, 31 October 2025. 

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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.