Many of us feel apprehensive by the idea of performing restorative dental work in-house, and instinctively refer these cases to specialised dental clinics. However, despite the often dauting reputation of advanced dentistry treatment, there's a compelling case to be made for vets to carry out this kind of work themselves. The post Why vets should consider in-house restorative dental work appeared first on Central CPD ..read more

As veterinary professionals, we know that keeping abreast of the latest developments in the sector is essential to not only adhere to the RCVS Code of Professional Conduct’s CPD hours requirements, but to also maintain and develop knowledge in a fast-moving industry. The post How will you make the most of your CPD budget in 2025? appeared first on Central CPD ..read more

In recent years you may have noticed an increase in clients looking for alternative therapies, either alongside or instead of traditional veterinary treatment. While these can be hugely beneficial it’s essential to also weigh up the risks and limitations. The post Navigating alternative therapies in veterinary care: balancing benefits and risks appeared first on Central CPD ..read more

As veterinary professionals, we often find ourselves on the frontline when it comes to dealing with challenging pet behaviour - as well as having the unique opportunity to guide and assist owners in navigating their pet's behavioural journey. The post Navigating Post-Covid Canine Behaviour Challenges appeared first on Central CPD ..read more

Have you ever offered advice to an owner on a suitable diet for their pet, only to be told that the food you’re recommending is a rip-off? The post Challenging misconceptions: how can we rebuild owners’ trust in veterinary nutrition advice? appeared first on Central CPD ..read more

Despite the well-documented health concerns associated with brachycephalic breeds, their popularity continues to surge. In 2018, the French Bulldog surpassed the Labrador Retriever as the UK’s favourite dog breed, with ownership increasing by nearly 3,000% over the previous 10 years. The post Balancing Popularity and Ethics: The Brachycephalic Dog Dilemma appeared first on Central CPD ..read more

This month we’re delighted to introduce a guest blog from RVN Charlie Wright. Charlie is particularly interested in reducing stress in practice, and in 2018, she ran a study to investigate whether providing hospitalised cats with either a box or a partial towel cover to the front of the cage reduced stress levels, and whether each of these methods was sufficient in providing hiding opportunities. The post Reducing stress in cats – what works? appeared first on Central CPD ..read more

Following recent union strike action advocating for fair pay and better working conditions, as well as the influx of redundancies, the importance of community in our profession is at the forefront of our minds. The post Can CPD help build community? appeared first on Central CPD ..read more

Last month we were delighted to receive RACE® approval for our On-Demand online CPD portal. The post Race to excellence with our RACE® approved CPD! appeared first on Central CPD ..read more

Have you ever offered advice to an owner on a suitable diet for their pet, only to be told that the food you’re recommending is a rip-off? The post Challenging misconceptions: how can we rebuild owners’ trust in veterinary nutrition advice? appeared first on Central CPD ..read more