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WellVet Weekend returns in virtual format
"We take a proactive and preventative approach in pet healthcare and we need to apply this methodology to our own wellbeing."
Initiative designed to help practitioners develop mind, body, soul and wellbeing practices.

The WellVet Weekend returns for the third year running next month, in a virtual format with online workshops running throughout Saturday, 23 May.

The organisers of the initiative say this year's event comes at a time when concerns over the mental and physical effects of lockdown and social distancing are growing.

“The point of the WellVet initiative is to enable people to develop mind, body and soul wellbeing practices - their own bespoke toolkit - to help them live happier and healthier through the challenges life presents,” commented Liz Barton, WellVet co-founder.

“We take a proactive and preventative approach in pet healthcare and we need to apply this methodology to our own wellbeing”.

The day-long event will start with meditation and yoga sessions, which will be followed by plenary sessions and workshops on hot topics such as change management, establishing a ‘new normal' and dealing with anxiety.

Alongside the workshops, the event will include sessions from healthy cooking to boot camp style workouts, crafting and a pub quiz.

"There really is something for everyone, with exceptional session leaders talking through solutions and support mechanisms,” Liz continues. “Previous feedback from events has been extremely positive, even life-changing for some - and we want to take this opportunity to engage with more people from across the profession".

In the wake of lockdown measures, the event's organisers are seeking volunteers and supporters to help them deliver a programme of support relevant for all veterinary professionals and teams.

Anyone interested in being involved with the initiative may email info@wellvet.co.uk, follow WellVet Weekend on social media, or check the website www.wellvet.co.uk

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Defra shares new Sanitary and Phytosanitary guidance

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 Defra has published guidance for the vet sector ahead of a proposed UK-EU Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement.

The agreement, which will change the movement and trade of animals and related products, could see reductions in checks, paperwork and certification. As well as describing regulatory developments, the advice highlights the importance of animal ID, registration and traceability in disease control and other compliance arrangements.

The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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