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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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Voting opens for BEVA Council

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 Eligible members of BEVA will be able to vote for their Council team until Monday, 17 August 2026. Members will have received an election email on 17 July.

There are five candidates standing for four available places on Council. They are:

  • Alexandre Triguino
  • Angela Jones
  • Beth Bryant
  • Holly Rees
  • Hugh Somerville
Full profiles for each candidate can be found on the BEVA website. 

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BVA urges 'continued vigilance' over bluetongue

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has urged vigilance following a concerning rise in Bluetongue (BTV) cases in sheep and cattle.

In a recent statement, the BVA noted that members are reporting more severe clinical signs and higher mortality rates than in previous years.

'We know that farm vets are working hard to support farmers and animals affected by this outbreak, during what is an extremely difficult time for all involved,' they stated. 'Continued vigilance to identify disease early is vital and vaccination remains the best way of protecting animals from this disease.'