Your data on MRCVSonline
The nature of the services provided by Vision Media means that we might obtain certain information about you.
Please read our Data Protection and Privacy Policy for details.

In addition, (with your consent) some parts of our website may store a 'cookie' in your browser for the purposes of
functionality or performance monitoring.
Click here to manage your settings.
EmailIphone Application    Posted: 28th May 2010
If you would like to forward this story on to a friend, simply fill in the form below and click send.
Your friend's email:
Your email:
Your name:
 
 
Send Cancel
Bobby on the Run!
Jamie Kerr (pictured above with dog Arnie) plans to run 191 miles in order to raise money for Dogs Trust.
A police officer from Glasgow has vowed to run an incredible eight marathons this year to raise money for the canine charity Dogs Trust.
 

His epic challenge started on Sunday 16th May and in five months dog lover Jamie Kerr, 22, will take part in a selection of Scottish half- and ultra-marathons, clocking up a whopping 191 miles.
 
Jamie Kerr explains: “I’ve been really sporty all my life but I’ve never set myself a challenge like this before. I own a 15-year-old Westie called Max who has the life of Riley with our family, but I know that not every dog is as lucky.
 
I already sponsor a dog at Dogs Trust Glasgow and really admire the charity for all their work looking after abandoned dogs, so I decided to pound the pavements for hounds!”
 
His race schedule is as follows:
16 May: Monklands Half Marathon
23 May: Edinburgh Marathon
17 July: Clydestride 40 Mile Ultramarathon
22 August: John Lucas Memorial 50 Mile Ultramarathon
5 September: Great Scottish Half Marathon
3 October: Loch Ness Marathon
10 October: Salomon Turbo X 10 Mile Race
17 October: Aviemore Half Marathon
 
If you would like to sponsor Jamie, please click here.
 

Become a member or log in to add this story to your CPD history

Vets launch new podcast for pet owners

News Story 1
 Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.

The venture, called Vets Talking Pets, provides advice and information on a range of topics, including how to select a suitable pet, where to obtain them and how to get the best out of your vet. Maggie and Vanessa will also discuss sensitive subjects, including end-of-life care, raw food diets and the cost of veterinary care.

The podcast can be found on all the usual podcast sites, including Podbean, Apple, Amazon Music and YouTube. 

Click here for more...
News Shorts
RCVS Regional Question Time heads to Edinburgh

The RCVS is to bring its Regional Question Time (RQT) to Edinburgh for 2026.

The event will take place at Novotel Edinburgh Park in Edinburgh on Wednesday, 20 May 2026.

It will begin with supper and drinks at 6.30pm, with an evening programme from 7.30pm. This will start with an update on RCVS' activities, followed by questions and answers with representatives.

RCVS is encouraging an 'open dialogue', in which queries can be raised in a friendly, informal environment.

While discussions are expected to be audience-led, the RQT is expected address major issues including the VSA, the CMA's remedy package and the VN Vision project.

Tim Parkin, RCVS president, said: "It's an important time for the professions, and I'm looking forward to meeting colleagues in Scotland as we navigate this period of change together so we can come out stronger."

Tickets can be booked here.