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Nominations open for Vet Nurse of the Year
Pet owners and veterinary practices are encouraged to submit their star veterinary nurses for consideration.
Blue Cross begins annual search for star vet nurse.

Blue Cross has opened nominations for its 'Veterinary Nurse of the Year' award 2022.

The charity asks pet owners and veterinary practices to nominate an incredible veterinary nurse for the award, which recognises a veterinary nurse who not only cares for sick and injured pets, but also goes the extra mile to encourage responsible pet ownership and improve pet welfare in the community.

Chief operating officer at Blue Cross, Kelly Grellier, said: “Blue Cross is proud to offer this reward in appreciation of the commitment of vet nurses across the UK who work tirelessly to improve the lives of our pets, other animals and their owners. 

“We are looking for vet nurses who really go that extra mile to support pet owners in their communities who have a significant impact in improving the nation’s animal welfare.”

The award will be presented at the British Veterinary Nursing Association's (BVNA) annual congress, taking place in Shropshire from 7 – 9 October 2022. 

Nominations can be made on the Blue Cross website, and the deadline for nominations is Wednesday 31 August 2022. 

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Cold-water dip to raise funds for Vetlife

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 The veterinary mental health charity Vetlife is inviting the veterinary community to join it for a sponsored cold-water dip.

The event will take place at Walpole Bay, Margate, on 17 May during Mental Health Awareness Week. Participants of all abilities can join in the challenge and are advised to bring a towel, a hot drink, a snack, and warm clothes to get changed into afterwards.

Those taking part are being asked to try to raise £100 each to support the work of the charity.

Details about how to take part can be found here

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King Charles becomes patron of The Kennel Club

The Kennel Club has announced that King Charles has become its latest patron, continuing a long-standing royal tradition.

His patronage follows the support of the late Queen Elizabeth II, who was patron from 1952, the year of her coronation, until her death in 2022.

The Kennel Club has received royal support since it began in 1873, when it received support from Prince Edward, then Prince of Wales. When he ascended to the throne in 1901, King Edward began a tradition of the head of state offering their patronage.

Tony Allcock, Kennel Club Chairman, said: "We are delighted and most honoured that His Majesty the King will continue the tradition of royal support for The Kennel Club and help us in our mission in making a positive difference for dogs and their owners."