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Apes engage in imaginative play, just like humans

Study suggests the ability to pretend likely dates back six million years.
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Chatter box Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.

The venture, called Vets Talking Pets, provides advice and information on a range of topics, including how to select a suitable pet, where to obtain them and how to get the best out of your vet. Maggie and Vanessa will also discuss sensitive subjects, including end-of-life care, raw food diets and the cost of veterinary care.

The podcast can be found on all the usual podcast sites, including Podbean, Apple, Amazon Music and YouTube. Chatter box

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VN Awareness Month 2026 gets underway

This year's campaign theme is compassion and empathy.
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BVNA to honour 'unsung heroes' of veterinary care

The campaign forms part of Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month 2026
BVNA opens applications for Council

RVNs and SVNs invited to put themselves forward.
CQ unveils VN educator award winner

Laura Lacey accepted her award at the 2026 CQ graduation ceremony.
BVNA and BSAVA commend CMA's VN remedy

CMA suggests vet nurse title should be protected.
VN Educators' Conference 2026 details revealed

Delegates will explore the changing landscape of veterinary healthcare.
Registration opens for BVNA Congress 2026

The congress will run from 9 -11 October 2026.
Updated framework for VN postgraduate qualifications

The new standard recognises the need for wellbeing, inclusion and flexibility.
MMI awards more funding for VN mental health

The £40,000 research grant will integrate mental health into VN education.
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VMD issues guidance on AVM-GSL packaging

The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) has shared advice on its requirements for medicines considered AVM-GSL.

The guidance explains the information that should be on the outer package, and sets out the typical maximum pack size for an AVM-GSL product. It also describes the user-friendly language, structure and phrases required on packaging and product leaflets.

AVM-GSL products do not require discussion between the purchaser and a veterinary professional. This means that clear product information is needed to support sales choices.

The information will be useful for submitting new products to the AVM-GSL category and lowering the distribution category of products from NFA-VPS to AVM-GSL.

The VMD's guidance can be accessed here.

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