Hot off the bad press

Social media is a hot topic as are the negative consequences that keep it company, such as constant screen time and addiction spirals, desensitization after repeated exposure to inappropriate content, expected immediate response times, and the ability to bully others...

Neurospice

ADHD, Autism, on the spectrum, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalcula, sensory processing, OCD and all the other terminology being thrown around of late when referring to neurodivergence. Most vets are choosing to ignore this as something that couldn’t possibly include them...

The Value of a Post Mortem

(Article 480- Previously published on  2017-08-30) A post mortem should be offered in every case of unexpected death. The post mortem should ideally be performed by an independent specialist pathologist. If no specialist pathologist is available or the owner refuses...

Rabies and export issues

It has come to the VDAs attention that vets need to think more carefully about consultations where rabies vaccines are given. Recently, Dr A received an email on the 11th of the month from Mr and Mrs X that sent shivers down his spine. Three dogs were due to fly from...

Trying to Please Everyone is Not Advised!

BnB issue 219 (Comment on the last B ‘n B news article – When things just don’t go as planned!)  One of our members wrote to discuss their recent experience with the VDA’s handling of a case he was involved in, in the light of the opinions expressed in the...

Debating Locum Cover

Each and every veterinarian that provides veterinary services needs to have their own professional indemnity and professional protection in the form of a dedicated veterinary defense organization. The mere “insurance cover” offered by your general insurance broker is...