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Registered veterinary nurses (RVNs) and student veterinary nurses (SVNs) play a key role in small animal anaesthesia. With appropriate training, VNs have the ability to plan ahead and anticipate equipment requirements and techniques indicated in certain cases. Effective training, increased awareness and patient assessment will minimize complications.

 Isuru Gajanayake, of Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service, discusses cystine urolithiasis which has, in recent years, been increasingly recognized in dogs.

Arthritis is a very common condition and cause of chronic pain in cats, but it is often under-recognized and under-treated. At this year’s BSAVA Congress, Martha Cannon, an RCVS Recognized Specialist in Feline Medicine and Principal Vet at the Oxford Cat Clinic, discussed practical approaches to the diagnosis and management of feline arthritis. Lizzie Croose reports…

Despite rabbits being the third most popular pet species in the UK, their unique welfare needs often remain misunderstood and are frequently not met. By providing a rabbit-friendly environment in your vet practice, this means less stress for rabbits, staff, and clients. Lizzie Croose reports from BSAVA Congress 2024…

 Tania Nunes Rodrigues, a European and RCVS specialist in veterinary dermatology at Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service focuses on cytology procedures in veterinary dermatology.

  This month, Francesco Cian of Batt Laboratories presents a haematology case of a cat with marked anaemia.

Alongside the 2018 version of the PROTECT ME poster, BSAVA and SAMSoc developed a Non- Prescription form to support vets to close out a consultation where they feel that antibiotics are not warranted. This resource has been amended and improved to include an extra condition that can be managed without antibiotics (cat bite abscesses) and a QR code link to more detailed information for the pet owner. This short article by Fergus Allerton provides the evidence behind non-prescription forms and invites vets to consider incorporating them into their daily practice.

 Francesco Cian, of Batt Laboratories, presents a clinical case where cytology was crucial to achieve a definitive diagnosis.

  This month Francesco Cian of Batt Laboratories presents a clinical case where cytology was crucial to achieve a definitive diagnosis.

  This month Francesco Cian of Batt Laboratories presents a clinical case where cytology was crucial to achieve a definitive diagnosis.

  This month, Francesco Cian, of Batt Laboratories, presents a clinical case where cytology was crucial to achieve a final diagnosis.

 Anita Patel, from Dermatology Referrals, answers frequently asked questions about lokivetmab.

 Matt Gurney, Clinical Director at Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists, evaluates the use of paracetamol in pain management.

  This month Francesco Cian, of Batt Laboratoires, presents a clinical case where cytology was crucial to achieve a definitive diagnosis.

   Writing in the November 2021 edition of Companion, Caroline Kyle and Mary Tonge, from the Small Animal Teaching Hospital in Liverpool, provided notes on the important considerations when anaesthetizing the geriatric dog. In this the second article in the series they provide notes on the approach to anaesthesia.

 Lucia Sanchini, from Batt Laboratories, presents a clinical case of a rabbit with dyspnoea.

  This month, Francesco Cian of Batt Laboratories presents a clinical case where combined synovial fluid and cerebrospinal fluid cytology were crucial to achieve a definitive diagnosis.

  In this, the first in a new Companion mini-series looking at popular drugs used in the veterinary profession, Fergus Allerton takes a closer look at omeprazole. If there are any drugs you would like to see reviewed, contact us at: [email protected].

  Caroline Kyle and Mary Tonge from the Small Animal Teaching Hospital in Liverpool provide notes on the important considerations when anaesthetizing the geriatric dog.

  Sam Taylor and Emi Barker bring us up to speed on new developments in the treatment of feline infectious peritonitis.

 Laura Jones, from The Ralph Veterinary Referral Centre, helps us prepare for all eventualities in an emergency situation.

 Companion Editor, Samantha Taylor, focuses on the use of a continuous glucose monitoring device in canine and feline diabetes management.

  Recent research has raised hope regarding treatment of feline infectious peritonitis. Nicki Reed provides an update on treatment options and discusses how close we are to a cure.

 Andrew Lewin, Assistant Professor of Comparative Ophthalmology at Louisiana State University, focuses on ocular tonometry and the choices available.