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If you are interested in animal welfare and want to be instrumental in the direction it takes in your country and across the globe, then don’t miss out on the International Companion Animal Welfare Conference (ICAWC) 2010 being held in Prague from 9th to 11th November 2010.

Now in its fourteenth year, ICAWC is the leading conference of its kind and provides a platform where hundreds of delegates working in the field of animal welfare can network, exchange knowledge and gain support from their international contemporaries.

The 2010 ICAWC will be a particularly significant conference as delegates will have the opportunity to work alongside experts and help frame an International Model Law for animal welfare. They can then sign up to this and take it back to their Governments and Municipalities to use as a tool to get good legislation onto their statute books.

Over 22 speakers from across the world will be presenting on topics such as:
• Animal Training and Behaviour
• Fundraising techniques
• Neutering and population control
• Volunteer management
• Digital PR, Communications and working with the media

Dogs Trust Chief Executive and founder of ICAWC, Clarissa Baldwin OBE, comments:
“ICAWC is a truly amazing experience for all those who are passionate about making this world a better place for companion animals. This year, delegates will be able to be a part of history as we all input into a Model Law for animal welfare.

“Last year we welcomed delegates from over 40 countries to the conference and this year we look forward to welcoming even more into the global animal welfare family.”

The conference is to be held at the Hotel Pyramida, Prague, Czech Republic. The conference registration fee is €50 per delegate. Delegates can register online at www.icawc.org or contact Helen Speake, ICAWC, 17 Wakley Street, London EC1V 7RQ, UK. Email international@dogstrust.org.uk]]> 3700@http://www.vetpro.co.uk CALLING ALL ANIMAL WELFARE WORKERS ACROSS THE WORLD! 2010-09-06T18:15:12+01:00 http://www.vetpro.co.uk/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=1055#3699
September already where does the time go?

VetPro will now be featuring the commercial roles which are great opportunities for vets or nurses wishing to leave general practice.  They have great salaries and many benefits.  Rig Vets have a new office in Bournemouth who deal with these commercial roles.  Details below.
September is predicted to be a warm and dry one – lets hope so.
Enjoy any time off wisely as winter and Christmas are just around the corner.
Please use the forums and contact us If you have any comments or wish to place an article of interest onto VetPro webmaster@vetpro.co.uk

Here are details of forthcoming cpd event not to be missed:
CPD Lecture Programme -
Management of Acute and Chronic GI Conditions
Protexin Veterinary is pleased to present a series of seminars around the UK that will deliver practical, case based information on the pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal conditions.
The focus will be on both acute and chronic gastrointestinal disease, leading to an enhanced understanding on how to manage those difficult diarrhoea patients.
• Expert Speakers from UK Vet Schools
• Two hours CPD credit
• Buffet dinner provided - arrivals from 7pm, lectures from 8pm
More details on home page of VetPro – please post in the forums on the relevant thread which one you attended and comment on how useful it was.  Also let us know of any cpd events so we can spread the word.

FREE REGISTRATION!
Call Rebecca on 01460 243230 or email rebecca@protexin.com
RECRUITMENT:
South West
Bristol – RVN required with immediate effect on an on-going basis (with a view to permanent). 40 hours per week. 100% small animal work. You will be required to take part in the on-call rota. You may be required to work in 1 of 2 sites but both sites are very close together.
Wiltshire – RVN (Night nurse) required from 22nd – 27th September and also 14th – 18th October. Duties will include caring for inpatients and dealing with emergencies as they arise. Accommodation available.
Southampton – RVN or unqualified nurse with good experience required in this purpose built, modern Tier 3 Hospital with immediate effect for at least 1 month.
Hampshire – RVN required for 1 week from 20th September. Shifts will be Mon-Fri 8.30am – 5.30pm. No on-call.
Somerset – qualified or unqualified nurse required from 20th September – 3rd October. 38-40 hours per week. Accommodation available within a 5 minute walk.
Gloucestershire – locum VN required urgently for an immediate start for approximately 3 weeks.
South/London
North London – RVN required from 10th September on an on-going basis. This will be for around 3 months if not longer. You will not have to work any on-call or weekends and shifts will be Mon-Fri 8.45am – 4.45pm. Mainly lab work.
Hertfordshire – RVN required immediately for approximately 2 months. 100% Small Animal. Very modern Hospital with very good facilities. Accommodation will be available from mid September.
Hertfordshire – Locum VN required for this 4 vet, 4 nurse Practice with immediate effect until 17th September. You will not be required to work on-call shifts or weekends. Accommodation available on-site.
Oxfordshire – This Tier 3 Hospital requires a locum RVN with immediate effect for approximately 4 weeks. It is very unlikely that you will be asked to take part in their on-call or weekend rota.
Oxfordshire – locum nurse (RVN, VCA or ANA) required for 2 weeks from 6th September. Accommodation available on-site.
Berkshire – RVN or unqualified nurse required immediately for this 1.5 Vet, 2 nurse Practice. Shifts will be 8.30am-5pm or 10.30am-7pm with 1:3 Saturday mornings (8.30am-1pm). No on-call. If you are interested in temp-to-perm role, this is also a possibility.
Kent – RVN required from 31 asap– 10th September. Shifts to be Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm. No on-call. No weekends. Accommodation available.
Gillingham – RVN required to start immediately until 10th September. No on-call.
London (South West) – RVN, ANA or VCA required on an on-going basis from 27th September.

**URGENTLY REQUIRED** Surrey – 6th September – Ongoing. Night Vn required working 7on 7off nights between 9pm and 9am. You will be required to work alongside an intern surgeon covering general inpatients in this very prestigious referral centre in Surrey, no emergency work although the site does get very busy. The practice is open through until 12 midnight and  you will be required to cover there on until 8am Accommodation and very good rates available, possible permanent opportunities available if interested.  
South West London – 6th September– Ongoing. Locum RVN required for this small animal position in the Greenwich area covering general Vn duties. No OOH or weekend work, working Monday to Friday. No accommodation available.
Night nurse – North London 7 nights, 31st August – 1 week. Locum VN required for a small animal position in the North London area for on 7 nights from the 16th August 2010 working 8pm – 8am. You will be covering all the general duties, emergencies, ops, anaesthetics, inpatient care etc. Accommodation can be provided for this position.
Essex – 6th September 2010 - 7 nights. Locum night Vn required in the Essex area to cover 7 nights working 8pm – 8am covering inpatient care and emergencies. Great rates and accommodation available if needed.

North London – Immediate – 1 week. RVN required in the North London area to cover this small animal re-homing centre. General VN duties working 8.30 – 5.00 Monday to Friday with no weekend work or OOH required. Accommodation can be provided local to the site.
Midlands

Stoke-on-Trent – RVN required for this Hospital from 20th – 24th September. Shifts will be Mon-Fri 9am – 5.30pm with no on-call and no weekends.
Peterborough – Night VN required, 7on 7off ongoing, 6th September 2010. Locum Vn required for a small animal position covering 7on 7off night between 6.30 – 9.30 am. Accommodation is available on site, all applicants will need to be registered with the royal college. This is available with an option to permanent employment.

Bedfordshire – Immediate – 6 Month Contract. VN / Experienced nurse required to cover maternity leave at this small animal practice in the Bedfordshire area. Monday to Friday with no OOH or weekends. No accommodation available.

Coventry – 7on 7off – Night VN required. Two locum Veterinary nurses required in the Coventry area to work 7on 7off Sunday to Sunday 8pm – 8am shifts. The vacancy would be available on a long term basis or with an option to go perm 6 weeks in. Accommodation available local to the site.

Birmingham – 6th September 2010 – Ongoing. Veterinary Nurse required to cover days in the Wythall area from Monday for a long term period. General VN duties, working between 8.30 – 6.0 with possible Saturday am shifts, no OOH required further. Accommodation is available locally if required.

North
Nottingham – RVN required for 13th September – 24th September (possibly on-going). No on-call or weekends. The shifts will be 9am – 5.30pm Mon-Fri.
Sheffield – RVN urgently required to work 6th – 10th September. No on-call. Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm.

Scotland
Glasgow – RVN required from 13th September – 8th October. No on-call or weekends. The shifts will be 9am-5.30pm Mon-Fri.

Job Title:              Veterinary Support Manager

Job type:              Permanent

Salary:                  £29,000 + Bonus + Car + Bens    

Location:             South West


Job Description: RIG Animal Health Recruit is looking for a Veterinary Support Manager to join a well known and highly regarded specialist pet nutrition brand.

This is an extremely attractive position, where your main duties will involve liaising with Key Opinion Leaders at UK Universities in order to build strong relationships and to develop student programmes. You will be responsible for the management of Pet Health Counseling and Receptionist courses, as well as providing support to the training managers across channels and scientific and corporate affairs.

The ideal candidate for this position will be a qualified Veterinarian with at least 2 years experience within practice. Some Phd/research experience would be advantageous, as would nutritional expertise and experience within the petfood industry.

We are looking for someone with first rate communication skills who will be able to work under pressure using initiative. The role will involve approximately 30% travel, across the UK and potentially Europe.

For more details on this exciting opportunity please contact Mark Hoare @ RIG Animal Health Recruit on 01202 201148, alternatively please send your details to mark.hoare@rigahr.co.uk .


Job Title:              National Veterinary Manager - Ruminant

Job type:              Permanent

Salary:                  From £52,000 + Bonus + large car allowance + Benefits

Location:             South East + UK and small euro travel

Job Description: RIG Animal Health Recruit is looking for two National Veterinary Managers to join a global giant in the animal health sector.

The two extremely attractive positions are to provide high quality expertise and support to customers /external stake holders and the ruminant business unit. The role holders will plan, implement and coordinate key opinion leader management plans together with ensuring scientific resources and technical activities create and deliver unparalleled value to the groups customers .

It is estimated that 60% of the role holders time will be spent at the companies HQ giving this support at country and group level as well as supporting the National business managers/Area business managers. The role will involve clinic presentations, technical advice, KOL plans and service requests. The role holders will contribute to the development of key systems to help technical resource for the customers/group. The other estimated 40% of time will be to coordinate (through the existing vet school teams) the development and implementation of communication programs with veterinary students as well as giving high level tech support and consultancy to customers.

The role holder will need to be empathetic to the customers’ needs. Research institute candidates may like the move into this sector however some practice experience is paramount. Herd Health management expertise would be ideal.

There will be a small element of European travel, so another language especially French will be an asset.

For more details on this exciting opportunity please contact Mark Hoare @ RIG Animal Health Recruit on 01202 201148, alternatively please send your CV to mark.hoare@rigahr.co.uk .


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Jenvetnurse and the VetPro team.]]> 3699@http://www.vetpro.co.uk September newsletter 2010-09-05T21:12:37+01:00 http://www.vetpro.co.uk/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=1049#3698 ]]> 3698@http://www.vetpro.co.uk Girl drowns litter of puppies. 2010-09-04T09:40:13+01:00 http://www.vetpro.co.uk/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=1051#3697 3697@http://www.vetpro.co.uk Free CPD Including meal and drinks - take a look. 2010-09-04T09:31:12+01:00 http://www.vetpro.co.uk/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=1054#3696 I'm hoping to qualify in October (fingers crossed) and was wondering if anyone knows of any jobs that may be coming up in the Cornwall/Devon area with live in accommodation?

thanks in advance ]]> 3696@http://www.vetpro.co.uk Jobs in the West Country 2010-09-04T09:29:12+01:00 http://www.vetpro.co.uk/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=1053#3695 Have you heard of this one?

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Series 2 – Every Wednesday, 8pm, Sky1


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Luke Gamble visits Zambia, Peru, Nepal, Costa Rica and Uganda

Follow WVS Luke Gamble on his Vet Adventures around the world treating animals in need. Luke visits some of the many charities WVS supports and highlights the incredible work that they achieve, under what is often very challenging conditions.

Become a member of WVS and help us to continue supporting the charities in the TV Series.

Go on your own Vet Adventures by joining one of our many volunteer trips.  Both vets and non-vets are welcome.  Visit the volunteer page for further information.

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The federal inspectors say they have identified several "unhealthy" conditions which may have contributed towards egg contamination in the Iowa farms. Apart from piles of manure, etc. in the hen houses, they also found dead maggots and live flies "crunched under foot" (Washington Post), the newspaper also reports on the FDA describing the hen houses as "bulging with manure".

Inspectors commented on holes and gaps in the structures, which allowed pests and vermin to enter the hen houses. Live rodents were frequently observed in the hen houses.

The initial FDA inspection found:
8-foot high chicken manure piles
Caged chickens having contact with uncaged ones that had walked around on the manure piles
Dead maggots, live flies, and dead flies. So many of them that it was impossible to make a count.
Live rodents inside the hen houses
Pigeons and other wild birds, and their feathers in the hen houses
Rodent holes which had remained unsealed
The sheer weight of manure piles pushing open outside pit doors
What seemed to be "liquid manure" seeping through a concrete foundation
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