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English and Maths – Are they really that important?
Do you look forward to the time when your Maths and English skills will cross paths with your studies here at The College of Animal Welfare (CAW)? Or maybe you dread the thought of it? Either way, we’re here to make sure that you’ll never have to panic at the thought of applying your Maths […]
National Pet Month 2018 – Are you a responsible pet owner?
While it might be nearly over, this April is the 27th National Pet Month, a charity which brings together different animal welfare charities, pet businesses and pet lovers. Their aims have been to: Promote responsible pet ownership Make people aware of the mutual benefits of living with pets Increase public awareness of the role of […]
With the weather getting hotter this week remember ‘dogs die in hot cars’
Dogs die in hot cars… Temperatures this week are predicted to reach as high as 24°C! While this is a nice change from the seemingly everlasting winter, there are some precautions you should take if travelling with a dog. Leaving your dog in a hot car can be fatal. Although the outside temperature may seem […]
Health and Fitness Tip of the Month: The Benefits of Meditation
Why is meditation important? We have all heard that meditation reduces stress, however doctors are now suggesting that it can help improve creativity, improve sleep, decrease anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and even addiction. So how do we meditate? First, find a comfortable place where you can sit without distractions for at least 2 minutes and […]
Clinical coaches inspired at this year’s TP Congress
The College of Animal Welfare would like to thank all delegates, speakers and exhibitors who attended TP Congress on the 19 and 20 March 2018 for making the event such a success. The event, which was sponsored by VN Times, saw clinical coaches from across the country come together to share ideas, and listen to […]
National Puppy Day 2018 – How can you prevent puppy farming?
While there’s no question that we all love our dogs, do you know how to ensure that you’re purchasing your puppy from a legitimate breeder rather than a puppy farm? This National Puppy Day, speak up for those who can’t and spread awareness about puppy farming and how we can prevent it. What are the […]
Animals’ George Cross awarded to Police Dog Finn
Canine hero to receive PDSA Gold Medal for life-saving devotion After seizing an armed suspect while on duty, Finn, a fearless police dog, was left with near-fatal stab wounds. To commend his bravery, Finn is to receive the PDSA Gold medal, known as the animals’ George Cross. Police Dog Finn, who is now retired from […]
Want to work with animals? Come and find out how!
If you love animals, at some point in your life you may have considered working with them, but what options are there and where do you start? There are just over two weeks to go until this year’s Careers With Animals Day. A free event, held on Saturday 24 March (10am-3pm) at The College of […]
You smoke, they smoke – second hand smoke causes health implications for pets
PDSA warn that smoking around your pets could kill them! Vet charity PDSA has launched a campaign urging people to stop smoking around their pets because the health implications could be fatal for them. While we are all aware of the serious and potentially fatal diseases linked to smoking in humans, some of us have […]
Time is running out to book Head Nurse Congress at the early bird rate!
Time is running out to book onto this year’s Head Nurse Congress at the discounted price, with the early bird rate ending in just over two weeks’ time (31 March 2018). Head Nurse Congress, sponsored by the Veterinary Management Group (formerly VPMA), is a two-day event packed full of useful information and practical tips that […]