We’re celebrating pride month!
Here at Choice Vets, we’re celebrating pride month! In this blog, we delve into best practices for supporting your LGBTQ+ colleagues and clients as a vet – as well as how you can raise awareness and educate others. 1. Educate yourself Take the time to educate yourself about LGBTQ+ terminology, issues, and history. Familiarise yourself […]
#DogsDieInHotCars: how to join the campaign
Did you know that the inside of your car can reach up to a scorching 47 degrees? While this would be an ideal environment for warming up your lunch, it’s certainly a less-than-ideal environment for your pup. In fact, leaving your dog in the car on a summer’s day (even if parked in the shade) […]
3 benefits of telemedicine for veterinary professionals
In this blog, we discuss the key benefits of telemedicine for practising vets. What is telemedicine? ‘Telemedicine’ is a subcategory of ‘telehealth’ which refers to the digital communication between a vet and a client. How anti-climatic, eh? This includes anything from SMS services, photo messaging and Facetime appointments, through to dog […]
RCVS survey on chronic illness and disabilities in the veterinary community
Vets up and down the country are being asked to take part in a survey on disability and chronic illness. Devised by the RCVS and British Veterinary Chronic Illness Support (BVCIS), the study seeks to gain insight into the challenges faced by veterinary professionals with a disability or chronic illness. Whether you’re a […]
Yoga for vets: in conversation with Dr Chloe Hannigan of VetYogi
In recent years, the demanding and emotionally charged nature of veterinary care has drawn attention to the myriad of mental health challenges faced by professionals in the field. Recognising the need for effective self-care practices within the veterinary community, Dr Chloe Hannigan, a passionate yogi and experienced veterinarian, founded VetYogi. Combining her expertise in veterinary […]
Why the puppy pandemic boom is becoming a problem
From Tiger King to TikTok challenges, the pandemic gave rise to many a trend – but did you know that adopting puppies was one of them?! This has now been dubbed the ‘puppy pandemic boom’ which yes, sounds cute in theory but has unfortunately become a bit of an issue in practice. Why is the […]
A short guide to becoming a vet in the UK
Starting a new chapter in the UK? Here’s everything you need to know about becoming a vet here before you make the big jump! Check you have the right qualifications First things first, you need to check if your veterinary degree is recognised by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). You can find this […]
Charities come together to meet increasing demand for pet food amidst cost of living crisis
Food redistribution charity FareShare is working in collaboration with a number of charities and food producers to help pet owners feed their animals amidst the cost of living crisis. Although more than 300,000 meals have been provided so far, there are growing concerns amongst charity directors that further donations will be required to meet increasing […]
Supporting responsible pet ownership this National Pet Month!
Before April draws to a close (and the sun starts making a more permanent appearance), we wanted to celebrate National Pet Month! Today, we are raising awareness around responsible pet ownership. Carry on reading to find out how your veterinary practice can get involved. Educate, educate, educate As a veterinary professional, you are in a […]
Could this drug help dogs live longer?
The drug rapamycin could help dogs live longer, studies suggest. Researchers at the Dog Aging Project are testing the effects of rapamycin – a pill originally manufactured to treat humans following organ transplants – on dogs to see if it has the potential to increase their life expectancy. The drug works by suppressing the immune […]