Coronavirus support resources
Unprecedented times. Past and future is now the before and after coronavirus – we have no roadmap for this and need to accept a new ‘normal’, which may change daily. We are collating resources to help you support your...
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Veterinary Woman – a community where veterinary women can share, learn and support
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Read ArticleKay Watson-Bray, British Veterinary Receptionists Association
My career started in veterinary nursing then took a slightly different turn… I grew up on a dairy farm...
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Menopause and the Veterinary Profession: Should we be talking about it?
Anna Judson, SPVS President, starts the conversation on this impactful and common issue affecting women Menopause is not a...
How not to hate your partner
Tackling housework resentment Picture the scene, it’s sunny Saturday afternoon. You’ve returned from a busy morning shift at work...
When Good, Is Good Enough
I cried on my way to work today.`i was tired, frustrated, anxious and (despite my best efforts) running late,...
Personal Development
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Should Women be More Ambitious?
Are women less ambitious than men? For our personal careers and the feminising veterinary profession as a whole this...
Tips for working vet mums
Cat Henstridge shares some tips for vet mums on juggling work and home life: I have been a part-time...
Top tips for team working in practice
We have put together your fab top tips posted on our facebook page about working as a team in...
Stories
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Veterinary Woman Role Model – Sarah Warren
“Never give up. Follow your dream. If you want something badly enough, you will overcome the challenges and succeed”...
Veterinary Woman Role Model – Sheila Voas
“What I have learned is that it is never too early to engage with those affected by change. Communication...
Veterinary Woman Role Model – Clare Knottenbelt
“I have learned that in order to feel true success you need to be clear on your own vision...
Blog
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How not to hate your partner
Tackling housework resentment Picture the scene, it’s sunny Saturday afternoon. You’ve returned from a busy morning shift at work...
Retirement Planning Think Piece
Save today, thank yourself tomorrow First of all, I should say that I most definitely am not a financial...