Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month (which we’re rolling into June), isn’t just about celebrating the role of qualified nurses. It’s also about raising awareness around what the job can entail and championing students currently working towards a career in veterinary nursing. Our student nurse Isobel initially started at 387 Vets volunteering for a day a week whilst studying for an Animal Management Diploma to gain course-required practical experience in an animal-related environment. Three years later, she has just completed the second year of her Level 3 Veterinary Nursing Diploma and, after the summer, will be starting to prepare for her oral Professional Discussion with an industry panel and final practical examinations (OSCEs) to become a Registered Veterinary Nurse! What have been the highlights so far?
“I loved starting in kennels and on cat ward to really get to know the inpatient role properly before moving into other areas in practice. I have had lots of opportunity to take clinics and feel competent running nurse consults. Learning anaesthetics under supervision has been really interesting, and I particularly love seeing pets going through the whole journey now from admit to discharge, and being an active part in it all. It’s like piecing the whole jigsaw together.”
The time has flown! We look forward to supporting Isobel in the exciting months aheads!
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We’re really passionate about supporting veterinary clinicians of the future, offering experience opportunities for school, mature and vet students as well as being a registered Training Practice for student veterinary nurses. Isabel first came to us back in April 2023, volunteering one day a week to see what life is like behind the scenes in veterinary practice. Holder of an Animal Care and Management Diploma and a Foundation Zoo Animal and Conservation Management Degree, Isabel knew she wanted to work with animals and we were delighted when she decided she would like to train to become a veterinary nurse with us. The first year of an apprenticeship in practice is very much kennels and ward-based. Now in the second year of her Level 3 Veterinary Nursing Diploma, Isabel is shadowing nurse consultations and will soon be going more regularly into theatre to learn about pre-op patient preparation as well as patient care, monitoring and observations under anaesthesia. We are loving watching your skills and abilities grow, Isabel, and are excited about supporting you in this more clinically involved next stage of your course, on your way to becoming a Registered Veterinary Nurse!
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Cody is our Lead Nurse and holder of a Certificate in Small Animal Nutrition, as well as being a qualified Hills Nutritional Ambassador. She is part of our nursing team that runs our Weight Management Clinics to help pets enjoy a happier, healthier lifestyle. The clinic programme helps pets get into optimum body condition through a series of face-to-face sessions full of nutrition, treat and exercise advice specifically tailored to the individual. All attendees get their own log book and progress chart so it’s easy to track change.
Sherlock is one of Cody’s current clients and is doing brilliantly on his weight loss journey. The 7 year old beagle has been struggling with arthritis so signed up to Weight Management Clinics to lose weight and help ease the pressure on his joints. Sherlock has had 3 visits with Cody and is doing brilliantly. He’s lost an impressive 4 kilos in two months and his owner has already noticed Sherlock is much more energetic and is less stiff after longer walks. Keep up the good work Sherlock!
Pets that are a little heavier than recommended attend weight management clinics for a variety of reasons that the benefits being in better shape can bring: less pressure on joints, healthier organs, better overall health and increased lease of life to mention a few! If you think your pet could benefit, give us a call on 01922 411755 to find out more!
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This is 11 year old Sid who has recently been in for dental work with Selenia, our vet with a postgraduate certificate in small animal dentistry. We carry out staged dentals at 387 Vets. This means that procedures are time-limited to increase pet safety under anaesthesia so if a pet needs a significant amount of treatment, they will come in for more than one visit. Sid was a very brave boy, having 10 teeth removed at his first visit and 5 further extractions a month later.
Did you know that an adult dog has 42 teeth? And that, just as with humans, regular tooth brushing with pet toothpaste and a soft-bristled toothbrush is a really good dental hygiene routine to establish to help protect your dog’s teeth and gums? Get in touch to find out how best to get a toothbrushing regime started and for useful advice on additional things you can do to help keep your dog’s teeth and gums healthy.
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We love supporting team members to broaden their knowledge in areas of particular clinical interest. Many of you will know our vet Selenia who is holder of a postgraduate certificate in small animal dentistry. Last weekend, Seli attended the British Veterinary Dental Association’s 2026 Congress in London for two days specifically dedicated to learning more about pet dental and oral health. Lectures covered a diverse range of topics from effective pain management and handling difficult extractions to plaque prevention, anaesthesia considerations and useful protocols for exotics dentistry. Topics in the advanced lecture stream were equally as diverse, and there was even a session on how to build your own 3D printing lab for surgical planning! We look forward to hearing all about Seli’s trip when she’s back in tomorrow!
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