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Vets Climbing High for Dogs Trust
Two veterinary workers have set themselves the ultimate fundraising challenge for the national canine charity Dogs Trust: climbing the three highest mountains in the UK in just 24 hours.

Kelly Smith and James Hewitt will climb Ben Nevis (1344m) in Scotland, Scafell Pike (978m) in England and Snowdon (1085m) in Wales in a 24 hour challenge taking place over 13th and 14th May.

Vet Nurse Kelly Smith explains: “I’ve never done anything like this before so I’ve been preparing for the last three months by doing circuit training, jogging, cycling and of course dog walking! It will be a huge personal achievement if I successfully complete the challenge, as well as an exciting way to raise vital money for Dogs Trust.”

Kelly and James will be joined by nine other Dogs Trust veterinary staff from across the country, including Veterinary Director Chris Laurence. Between them they aim to raise £2000 for the charity. To sponsor the team please click here.

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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.