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: 7th November 2013
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

Celebrity hairstylist gives Battersea dogs a makeover
Nicky Clarke with Maple the Saluki

Nicky Clarke ensures rescue hounds are the best groomed in town

Celebrity and royal hair stylist, Nicky Clarke, has preened and pampered Battersea Dogs and Cats Home’s rescue dogs ready for their red carpet debut at the Collars and Coats Gala Ball.

Nicky and his partner, fashion designer, Kelly Simpkin, are both passionate advocates of the world-famous charity.

They worked their magic on some unruly manes as they transformed Charlie the Cocker Spaniel and Maple the Saluki in the private and luxurious VIP room of Nicky’s famous London Mayfair salon.

Nicky said: “This is the biggest night of the year for Battersea dogs and I really wanted to help them dazzle as they enjoy walking the red carpet at the charity’s Gala Ball.

“We are huge supporters of Battersea and the amazing work the charity does in caring for all its special animals and it’s been a delight spending time pampering the Home’s rescue dogs.”

Kelly added: “What a great day at the salon. Not our usual customers, but Charlie and Maple were a real joy to pamper.

“They are the perfect models, and these gorgeous dogs will surely steal the show at the Collars and Coats Gala Ball.”

The spectacular fundraiser, now in its fifth year, will be held at Battersea Park’s exclusive venue Evolution on Thursday, November 7.

The event, hosted by Amanda Holden and Paul O’Grady OBE, aims to celebrate and support the charity’s work caring for lost and abandoned dogs and cats.

It will open with its unique welcome by the Home’s legendary doggy Guard of Honour, where the preened dogs will be lining the red carpet and representing Battersea’s 450 canine residents.

Battersea costs over £18 million to run each year, and receives no government funding. The Gala Ball is all about helping to increase awareness of the charity’s work.

Image courtesy of Clint Images

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

VMD invites students to apply for EMS placement

News Story 1
 The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) is inviting applications from veterinary students to attend a one-week extramural studies (EMS) placement in July 2026.

Students in their clinical years of study have until 28 February to apply for the placement, which takes place at the VMD's offices in Addlestone, Surrey, from 6-10 July 2026.

Through a mixture of lectures and workshops, the placement will explore how veterinary medicines are authorised, non-clinical career opportunities, and other important aspects of the VMD's work.  

Click here for more...
News Shorts
RCVS members invited to question Council candidates

RCVS members have been invited to submit questions to candidates for this year's RCVS Council election.

With 15 candidates standing for three available positions, vets have been invited to submit a question of their choosing before voting starts. These questions will be collated, with each candidate answering one question of their choice.

It is recommended that members read the candidates' biographies and statements before submitting questions. One question per member can be submitted to vetvote26@rcvs.org.uk before Wednesday, 25 February 2026.

The RCVS Council election is due to start in March.

With only two candidates for two positions on the VN Council, there will be no VN Council elections this year. Meghan Conroy RVN and Lauren Hargrave RVN will begin their three year terms at RCVS' AGM in July.