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RCVS Council asked to back down over post-nominals
The Operational Board has recommended the council review its decision.
Operational board asks council to review its decision after outcry from the profession

RCVS Council will be asked to review its decision to remove certain post-nominals from the register of veterinary surgeons.

The decision prompted an outpouring of criticism from vets in the press, on social media and an online petition forum.

After a meeting yesterday (April 24), the RCVS Operational Board has recommended the council rethink its decision.

More than 1,200 people have signed a petition calling for the RCVS to overturn its decision and the college has been accused of being "out of touch" with its members.

The Operational Board says that while it feels the reasoning behind council's decision was "sound", other methods could now be used to tackle the issues it aims to address.

Council will be asked to review its decision at its meeting on June 5.

The volume of criticism from vets has prompted some to question how a situation has arisen where a council decision is so at odds with the views of the profession.

It also raises the question of how decisions are made at the college and how this could be improved to better represent the profession.

Meanwhile, RCVS Council election voting closes today (April 25). In recent weeks a number of candidates have commented on under-representation of certain sections of the profession on council - for example new graduates, women and vets in practice.

It could be argued that this latest example of a disconnect between council and the profession underlines this further.

Similarly, some have questioned whether the college is accepting enough of those who challenge its views. This has been fuelled by the recent resignation of long-term councillor Bob Partridge due to "personal reasons".

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Vets launch new podcast for pet owners

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 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. 

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BSAVA announces 12th Edition of the Small Animal Formulary

The BSAVA has published an updated edition of its Small Animal Formulary, which includes new drug monographs and emergency drug doses for rabbits, rodents, birds and reptiles.

One of BSAVA's most trusted and widely used clinical resources, this 12th edition of the manual also includes seven new client information leaflets and information on drugs used for the management of urinary incontinence.

Part A of the Formulary, Canine and Feline, sees Fergus Allerton return as Editor-in-Chief, while Part B: Exotic Pets was edited by Joanna Hedley. For more information, visit the BSAVA website.