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Vet Times Podcast

Veterinary Business Development Ltd

The Vet Times podcast is a regular show in which we speak to individuals making the headlines or providing valuable information for Vet Times readers, delving into the subjects that matter to the UK veterinary profession.

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Ep 122: Tick-borne flaviviruses in the UK, with Ian...

Vet Times Podcast ·

2025/07/11

Ixodes species ticks have been spreading tick-borne encephalitis virus throughout Europe, and there are concerns about the zoonotic potential for the UK.Parasitologist Ian Wright discusses the latest situation in this Vet Times Podcast. Ian Wright, BVMS, BSc, MSc, MRCVS is a practising vet and co-owner of The Mount Veterinary Practice in Fleetwood, Lancashire. He has a master’s degree in veterinary parasitology and is head of the European Scientific Counsel Companion Animal Parasites (ESCCAP) UK

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00:19:53

Vet Times Extra: Researching human-animal bond, with...

Vet Times Podcast ·

2025/04/30

In this Vet Times Extra podcast, we're delving into the pivotal role that research plays in building our understanding of the human-animal bond. Dr Tammie King, senior research manager, and Dr Vanessa Ashall, human-animal interaction technical leader, are both experts from the Waltham Petcare Science Institute.SPONSORED The Waltham Petcare Science Institute is Mars Petcare’s science centre, where their mission is to improve the lives of pets through science, in support of their purpose of

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00:18:38

Ep121: Respiratory disease in cattle, with Phil Elkins

Vet Times Podcast ·

2025/04/09

In this podcast Phil Elkins discusses respiratory diseases in cattle, essentially preventive versus reactive care, and ensuring farm vets and farmers engage on countering the threats.Phil Elkins qualified in 2005 from The University of Edinburgh and, following stints in Cheshire and New Zealand, spent the majority of his career in clinical practice in Cornwall, during which time he gained a certificate in advanced veterinary practice in cattle. Following 15 years in clinical practice and a stint

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00:23:30

Ep 120: Vet Times live at VMX 2025, with NAVC CEO...

Vet Times Podcast ·

2025/03/07

Vet Times was recently invited to the biggest vet show on earth – VMX in Florida, where we had the pleasure of catching up with the man behind it all, NAVC CEO Gene O'Neill…

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00:21:23

Vet Times Extra: Mental health and the profession –...

Vet Times Podcast ·

2025/02/24

In this Vet Times Extra podcast, Stephanie Armstrong, regional president at Zoetis, explores the mental health landscape in today’s veterinary profession, including the challenges and possible counteractions.Sponsored: As the world’s leading animal health company, Zoetis is driven by a singular purpose: to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. After innovating ways to predict, prevent, detect, and treat animal illness for more than 70 years, Zoetis continues to stand by

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00:20:34

VBJ First Opinions, Ep 20: Managing the menopause,...

Vet Times Podcast ·

2024/12/02

Speaking to editor James Westgate, Wellvet co-founder Liz Barton delves into the often tricky topic of menopause and discusses what can be done to support veterinary professionals impacted by perimenopausal symptoms.Liz also introduces Wellvet’s free expert menopause resources for veterinary teams, designed to help reduce the impact of physical and psychological symptoms in the clinic and beyond.... For access to these resources, visit

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00:18:28

Vet Times Extra: How Antech innovates pet care, with...

Vet Times Podcast ·

2024/11/11

In this Vet Times Extra podcast, we discuss innovations in testing and diagnostics with Mars Science and Diagnostics’ chief medical officer Jimmy Barr – including what Antech has planned in the future.𝗝𝗜𝗠𝗠𝗬 𝗕𝗔𝗥𝗥 𝗗𝗩𝗠, 𝗗𝗔𝗖𝗩𝗘𝗖𝗖 As chief medical officer (CMO) for Mars Petcare’s Science and Diagnostics division, James (Jimmy) Barr, DVM, DACVECC, oversees the quality organisation and leads delivery of medical care for the global Antech veterinary diagnostics business. Additionally,

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00:19:37

Vet Times Extra: Lean management and the Optimax...

Vet Times Podcast ·

2024/11/01

In this Vet Times Extra podcast, George Giles and Becca Cavill join us to discuss innovations, AI and how technology and management tools are helping vets and farmers work together for livestock health, welfare and productivity.–––––––––– 𝗕𝗘𝗖𝗖𝗔 𝗖𝗔𝗩𝗜𝗟𝗟 𝗕𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗠𝗲𝗱, 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗔𝗩𝗣(𝗖𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲), 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Becca graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2003 and spent 18 years in clinical farm practice before becoming ruminant veterinary advisor for the south of the UK at

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00:13:21

Talking bluetongue at BCVA Congress 2024, with Fiona...

Vet Times Podcast ·

2024/10/18

One of the main items on the agenda at BCVA Congress 2024 in Newport was the bluetongue outbreak that many vets and farmers have faced up to over the past couple of months.Joining Vet Times’ chief reporter Allister Webb to discuss the situation and what we may be able to learn from it is Fiona Lovatt, who is a member of the Ruminant Health and Welfare bluetongue working group. 𝗙𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔 𝗟𝗢𝗩𝗔𝗧𝗧 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰, 𝗗𝗦𝗛𝗣, 𝗣𝗵𝗗, 𝗗𝗶𝗽𝗘𝗖𝗦𝗥𝗛𝗠, 𝗙𝗛𝗘𝗔, 𝗙𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Fiona is a European and

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00:11:24

Ep 118: OA’s impact on pets’ lives, with Sophie Platt...

Vet Times Podcast ·

2024/10/04

Osteoarthritis (OA) impacts cats and dogs, but considerations need to be tailored for each animal at every stage.To discuss the different approaches, Sophie Platt and Sarah Cooper join this episode of the Vet Times Podcast. They have jointly authored the article “OA: the impact on pets’ lives” for Vet Times (Volume 54, Issue 32, Pages 5-10), which can be found online at https://www.vettimes.co.uk/article/oa-the-impact-on-pets-lives/ ••• 𝗦𝗢𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗘 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗧 𝗕𝗩𝗦𝗰, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Sophie

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00:13:57

Ep 117: BEVA president Bruce Bladon on the year ahead...

Vet Times Podcast ·

2024/09/27

Recorded live at BEVA Congress 2024 in Liverpool, Vet Times’ chief reporter Allister Webb talked to incoming president Bruce Bladon about his forthcoming year in office and the future of equine sport.

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00:12:39

Ep 116: Maximising performance, with Sally Gunnell

Vet Times Podcast ·

2024/09/20

Recorded live at BEVA Congress 2024 in Liverpool, Vet Times’ chief reporter Allister Webb talks to one of the most successful British sportswomen of all time.As an athlete, Sally Gunnell won Olympic, World, European and Commonwealth titles. She opened the 2024 congress, spoke in the sessions looking at the social license of sporting competition, but still found the time to speak to Vet Times about former glories and where her ambition, hard work and tenacity have led her in the proceeding

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00:13:19

Ep 115: Oncology update, with Nick Bacon

Vet Times Podcast ·

2024/09/06

A rapidly evolving discipline, oncology medicine has made significant strides in the past decade, and will continue that development in the coming years.To share some of the latest knowledge on diagnosis, staging and treatment, Nick Bacon joins this Vet Times Podcast. His article, “Oncology: update on diagnosis, staging and treatment options”, was in Vet Times (Volume 54, Issue 30, Pages 6-9) and is available at

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00:08:47

Ep 114: Preventive health care for indoor cats, with...

Vet Times Podcast ·

2024/08/30

With more than a third of cats now largely living their lives indoors, ensuring preventive health needs are met for the whole feline population has grown in significance.Vet Ellen Marcinkiewicz, of International Cat Care (iCatCare), covers more on this subject in this Vet Times Podcast. She has written an article to accompany this podcast for Vet Times (Volume 54, Issue 23, Pages 5-10) with Laura Watson, RVN at iCatCare, called “Preventive health care advice for indoor cats”. It is online at

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00:08:54

Ep 113: Sustained management of canine OA, with Ross...

Vet Times Podcast ·

2024/08/23

When it comes to ongoing, sustained management of OA, collaboration between the veterinary team and owners is vitally important.To talk more about this fascinating area, Ross Allan joins the Vet Times Podcast. ••• 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝗩𝗠𝗦, 𝗣𝗚𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗦𝗔𝗦, 𝗠𝗥𝗖𝗩𝗦 Ross graduated from the University of Glasgow in 2001, gaining his BSAVA Certificate in Small Animal Surgery in 2014 and RCVS Advanced Practitioner status in 2015. He is clinical director of referrals at Pets’n’Vets,

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00:24:40

Vet Times Extra: NSAID use in young calves, with...

Vet Times Podcast ·

2024/07/26

In this sponsored Vet Times Extra podcast, Ginny Sherwin and Kath Aplin join us to discuss NSAID use and pain relief in calves.For more than 20 years Metacam has been at the forefront of cattle well-being. The proven and trusted anti-inflammatory pain relief provided by Metacam supports farmers and veterinarians in their efforts to maintain well-being across many indications. Contact your local Boehringer Ingelheim ruminant specialist or vetenquiries@boehringer-ingelheim.com for further advice

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00:50:57

VN Times Podcast, Ep 48: From hospitals to Harrods

Vet Times Podcast ·

2024/07/22

In this VN Times podcast, editor Lacey Pitcher RVN discusses the broad opportunities of a vet nurse passport with Donna Wills, an RVN and animal physiotherapist. Donna shares her career pivots and the decisions that have led her to now support from the other side of the consult table to provide more holistic care for animals and their people. ••• 𝗗𝗢𝗡𝗡𝗔 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗦 𝗥𝗩𝗡, 𝗣𝗴𝗖𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗔 𝗣𝗵𝘆𝘀, 𝗠𝗜𝗥𝗩𝗔𝗣(𝗩𝗣) Donna qualified as a veterinary nurse in 2003 and has worked in small animal

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00:16:10

Vet Times Extra: Toxocara prevalence in the...

Vet Times Podcast ·

2024/07/05

In this Vet Times Podcast, sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, Eric Morgan, professor of veterinary parasitology at Queen’s University Belfast, discusses the prevalence of Toxocara in the environment and why vets should care.Toxocara is a zoonotic parasite endemic throughout the UK and Ireland and has been associated with multiple human health conditions including asthma and reduced cognitive function. Eric, a recognised specialist in parasitology, brings insights from his research

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00:08:23

Ep 112: Managing refractory epilepsy in dogs, with...

Vet Times Podcast ·

2024/06/28

Refractory, or pharmacoresistant epilepsy affects one in three dogs with epilepsy, and defines them as having frequent and severe seizures, despite appropriate drug therapy.Specialist vet Mark Lowrie joins the Vet Times Podcast to explain some of the challenges for diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management of the condition Dr Lowrie has written an article on this topic for Vet Times (Volume 54, Issue 18, Pages 6-12), called “Canine refractory epilepsy – management considerations”, which is

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00:21:16

Vet Times Extra: Evolving challenge of managing sheep...

Vet Times Podcast ·

2024/06/21

Worms are evolving and sheep farming methods are changing – but how are vets to keep pace?In this Vet Times Extra podcast, sponsored by Zolvix from Elanco, we speak to Davinia Hinde of Bainbridge Vets and sheep consultant Dr Nerys Wright, who address the question. We cover everything from the business challenges of encouraging best practice worm management, and what that looks like. The pair also share their ideas and experiences on how to encourage better engagement from sheep farmers

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