Top 3 strategies for effective networking as a graduate vet
As a newbie vet, networking is probably the last thing on your mind. But expanding your network and building a support system is integral to your success as a veterinary professional. Why? Because it means you will always have people to turn to when you need advice – or better, leads for new opportunities when […]
3 secrets to longevity and leading a happy life as a vet
While being a veterinary professional is a highly rewarding and mentally stimulating career choice, it does, unfortunately, come hand-in-hand with psychological stress, high workloads and emotional burnout if your work-life balance is, well…unbalanced. In this blog, the Choice Vets team shares three secrets to longevity and leading a happy life. Do things that boost your […]
A word of advice for recent veterinary graduates looking for their first job
The Choice Vets team have a wealth of experience in the veterinary world and even more experience looking over CVs! So we thought, why not share some of that knowledge with our lovely veterinary graduates? In this blog, we offer a word of advice for veterinary graduates looking for their first job… Cast your net […]
3 ways to make a great first impression as a locum vet
Regardless of how long you’re going to be filling a position, it is vital to start with your best foot forward and build rapport with your temporary team. In this blog, we discuss 3 ways in which you can make a dazzling first impression as a locum vet. Talk to your colleagues! Make […]
Benefits of using recruitment agencies for vet clients and candidates
Struggling to find a veterinary role that suits you? Looking to fill a few staffing gaps? Or perhaps you’re just sick of scrolling through LinkedIn and not getting the results you want? The veterinary world can be complex, but with the help of our knowledgeable consultants, we can help give your job search purrrrpose (and […]
What jobs do we recruit for?
Here at Choice Vets, we have a range of both locum and permanent veterinary positions available and we will do our best to place you in a role that suits your needs perfectly and has your career goals in mind. Veterinary nurse Working as a veterinary nurse is highly rewarding and rarely repetitive – you’ll […]
Government extends deadline for neutering XL Bully dogs
In a backdrop of heightened regulations surrounding XL Bully dogs in the United Kingdom, the recent decision by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) to extend the deadline for neutering these canines carries significant implications for owners and animal welfare advocates alike. The announcement by the government to add American XL Bully […]
Children’s book to encourage new generation of vets
In a move to inspire Scottish youngsters to take on a career in veterinary care, a children’s book named ‘Shona the Vet’ is being shared around schools. This is part of a wider campaign, which hopes to improve the number of aspiring vets. More than 2,500 copies of the illustrated book, which follows […]
Homeless pet owners: what needs to change?
New research from the United States says that veterinary professionals should not be solely responsible for homeless pet owners. It also stresses the need for a multidisciplinary approach which would help enhance general knowledge around the specific challenges facing these clients – as well as finding solutions. They anticipate that the study, featured […]
Government plans to reduce animal testing backed by the RSPCA
The government has pledged to reduce animal testing in the UK by injecting money into alternative methods. Official plans will be shared this summer and will include a £20 million investment towards finding other ways to carry out scientific research. Discussed during a Westminster Hall debate on February 19th, the move is in […]