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Vet techs in army have to be RVNs
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RAVC makes RVNs mandatory

It is now mandatory for anyone joining the Royal Army Veterinary Corps (RAVC) as a veterinary technician to be a registered veterinary nurse (RVN). 

Hitherto, veterinary technicians have had to complete corps-based training in nursing and anatomy, along with a dog handling course. Henceforth, however, the RAVC will only employ RVNs as technicians.

Neil Smith, of the RAVC, commented: "For us this is a recognition of the training and professionalism of RVNs. Our technicians work very closely with vets and by having RVNs, we will be able to supply more and better support [to our vets] than perhaps someone who isn't a qualified RVN."

At the moment, there are 23 active 'vet techs' in the RAVC, but the corps is taking applications from RVNs for four new posts.

For more information, visit the RAVC website.

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Strangles survey seeks views of horse owners

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 With Strangles Awareness Week just around the corner (5-11 May), vets are being encouraged to share a survey about the disease with their horse-owning clients.

The survey, which has been designed by Dechra, aims to raise awareness of Strangles and promote best practices to prevent its transmission. It includes questions about horse owners' experiences of strangles, together with preventative measures and vaccination.

Respondents to the survey will be entered into a prize draw to win two VIP tickets to Your Horse Live 2025. To access the survey, click here 

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Vivienne Mackinnon elected BVA Scottish Branch President

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has elected Vivienne Mackinnon as its new BVA Scottish Branch president.

Dr Mackinnon has over 30 years of experience in veterinary care, encompassing both small animal and mixed practice. She has worked in practices in Scotland, England, New Zealand and Australia, before joining APHA to work in frontline disease control.

In her speech, Dr Mackinnon reflected on the changes in Scotland's veterinary industry and highlighted her commitment to veterinary education.

Dr Mackinnon said: "I look forward to working with colleagues across the veterinary professions to improve animal health and welfare in the country and support veterinary workplaces."