BSAVA Companion - 2012, 7, July

BSAVA Veterinary Nurse Merit Awards, Supporting vital vet health programme.

Is it always justifiable to look for long-term benefits when the animal will experience pain and disability in the short term?

A 5-year-old Smooth Collie presented with a 3 day history of multiple skin nodules and right lower eyelid swelling. The diagnosis and treatment of reactive histiocytosis are described.

The first Perspective looks at the management of oesophageal foreign bodies.

Sorrel Langley-Hobbs talks about how winning the Simon Award means to her.

The popularity of rabbits as pets has soared over the past 20 years, with over a million estimated to be kept in the UK. The BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Medicine and Surgery reflects the demand this creates for veterinary practices.

In 2012 PetSavers awarded over £45,000 in clinical research grants. Two examples of how the work benefits pet health are described.

World Congress Report, A new face for the WSAVA.

Lennon Foo grew up in Singapore and qualified from the RVC in 2004 as the first vet in his family. He now works in Devon and is Chairman of the South West Regional Committee.

Changes, events and key people at the South Wales Region.