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Battersea dogs practice dribbling skills
Image: Spud, Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
Reading FC have donated footballs to dogs

The four-legged residents at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home have a new hobby thanks to Reading FC.

The premier league club have donated two sacks of footballs, to keep the Battersea dogs entertained while they wait for a new home. The club also donated funds for canine toys and treats.

"It's always good to see our old equipment put to good use and it's great that the dogs can benefit from our used footballs," said Selby Armstrong, Reading FC Kit Manager.

One resident making full use of the donation is eight month old American bull dog, Spud. Ready to be rehomed, Spud had a great time testing out the balls at the Priest Hill Centre!

Kaye Mughal, manager of Battersea's Old Windsor Centre, said: "We are so grateful to Reading FC for the wonderful donation and these balls never fail to give our dogs lots of entertainment and exercise.

"We do as much as we can to keep the dog's lives as exciting as possible while they are waiting to find their perfect home, and donations like this are incredibly important to keep the dogs active and happy."

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VMD invites students to apply for EMS placement

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 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.  

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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.