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Louise - Nursing is a Great Career
Louise Kirby named as Lantra's 2011 Lifelong Learner of the Year.

Louise Kirby, from Laugharne, was named as the Animal Health and Welfare, Horticulture and Environmental Lifelong Learner of the Year winner in Lantra’s 2011 Land-based Learner of the Year Awards, for her dedication to training within the Veterinary Nursing industry.

The Land-based Learner of the Year Awards, held on the 28th November during this year's Winter Fair at the Royal Welsh Showground, celebrates the most exceptional and inspiring learners in Wales' land-based and environmental industries. The awards were presented by Alun Davies AM, Deputy Minister for Agriculture, Food, Fisheries and European Programmes.

“I originally found it very difficult to enter the Veterinary Nursing sector and was told it was as rare as hen's teeth, although with hard work I have found it is not that hard,” said Louise. “It has certainly been a challenge, but taking the Higher National Certificate in Animal Studies has helped set me on my way.” Louise attended Coleg Sir Gar.

Kevin Thomas, Lantra National Director Wales, said: “Wales' veterinary nursing industry benefits greatly from dedicated individuals like Louise and her commitment to skills and training. I would like to congratulate Louise and all of this year's nominees for the outstanding work they do.”

Mr Thomas continued: “These Awards seek out and honour those in the land-based sector committed to improving their abilities. Their skills are vital to the future success, and in some cases survival, of environmental and land-based industries that contribute so much to the Welsh economy.”

When asked what advice she would give to other people considering the veterinary industry as a career, Louise said: “Work as hard as possible and keep up-to-date with training. Take on any challenges and opportunities that are offered to you.”

To find out more about the 2011 Land-based Learner of the Year Awards, read about the winners or see photos from the event, visit their webpage.

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Birmingham Dogs Home makes urgent appeal

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 Birmingham Dogs Home has issued an urgent winter appeal as it faces more challenges over the Christmas period.

The rescue centre has seen a dramatic increase in dogs coming into its care, and is currently caring for over 200 dogs. With rising costs and dropping temperatures, the charity is calling for urgent support.

It costs the charity £6,000 per day to continue its work.

Fi Harrison, head of fundraising and communications, said: "It's heart-breaking for our team to see the conditions some dogs arrive in. We really are their last chance and hope of survival."

More information about the appeal can be found here. 

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Avian flu confirmed at premises in Cornwall

A case of highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 has been detected in commercial poultry at a premises near Rosudgeon, Cornwall.

All poultry on the infected site will be humanely culled, and a 3km protection zone and 10km surveillance zone have been put in place. Poultry and other captive birds in the 3km protection zone must be housed.

The case is the second avian flu case confirmed in commercial poultry this month. The H5N5 strain was detected in a premises near Hornsea, East Riding of Yorkshire, in early November. Before then, the disease had not been confirmed in captive birds in England since February.

The UK chief veterinary officer has urged bird keepers to remain alert and practise robust biosecurity.

A map of the disease control zones can be found here.