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#WorldDonkeyDay 🐴 Today we celebrate the 42M+ working donkeys supporting communities worldwide 🌍 From transport to agriculture, their welfare matters — for animals and people. Shoutout to Dr Scott Watson & @BEVA_UK for supporting donkey care in Tanzania 💙 #OneHealthOneWelfare

💛 From 4 desks to 5 award nominations! 💛 Our Vet School started small in 2021—but at this year’s Golden Roses, we celebrated 5 nominations across 14 categories, including Best School! Huge congrats to Georgia, Mollie, Cecilia & Morven 🐾 #VetSchool @uni_lancashire

Warning! We're seeing #Heatstroke cases in our Pet Hospitals and, tragically, some could not be saved ⚠️ It’s important for owners to be aware of the signs of heatstroke. The quicker they’re cooled down, the better their chance of recovery. Full guide: https://t.co/GeZX2Roxx3

Looking forward to chatting with @hugorifkind on @TimesRadio on Thurs 1 May. We'll be discussing keeping your pets happy & healthy in the heatwave; incl. preventing sunburn, heatstroke, burnt paws & maggoty rabbits. Listen live from 12.15pm: https://t.co/uT25KZarI4 #AnimalWelfare

Myerscough’s brand new Veterinary Nursing fully accredited degree programme will ensure students are truly industry ready when they graduate. We’ve worked closely with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) to develop a sector leading programme, available to apply for

🐣🌸 Happy Easter from all of us at the School of Veterinary Medicine! Wishing a joyful and relaxing day to everyone celebrating — may it be filled with peace, chocolate, and plenty of wagging tails and happy hooves! 🐰🐾💐

Happy Easter Bank Holiday! 🌸 We'll be offline until Tues 22 Apr and this account will not be monitored, but students can contact our Security Team 24/7: https://t.co/OqCbVaZEmJ (*internal link). For emergencies, call 999. Have a lovely long weekend! 💐

While many enjoy an Easter break, our BVMS students are out on EMS placements — many on farms for #lambing season! 🐑 These student-led placements are a key part of vet training, and we can't wait to hear their stories when they return! 🩺🌼 #VetStudents

🎓 There’s no “typical” vet student at the University of Central Lancashire. Our action figures say it all — different paths, same passion. We believe in inclusive, accessible vet education for all. 🩺🐾 👉 Learn more: https://t.co/HFOFIm4u1I #VetStudent

Thanks to everyone who joined us yesterday for an inspiring day with Prof Daniel Mills 🧠🐾 We explored the neurobiology of emotions, rethinking anxiety in pets and its links to fear, frustration & conflict—reshaping how we manage behaviour cases.💡🩺 #VetStudent @unilancs

We’re proud that our Dean, Dr Heather Bacon, is sharing her expertise at the free EAZA Animal Welfare Webinar TOMORROW 🐾🌍 Our students are so lucky to learn from such global experts - preparing them for life a veterinary professional. 🕐 12–1pm UK 🔗 https://t.co/AIw8DzFLEI

It's #WorldHealthDay, and as key players in the #OneHealth agenda, vet professionals recognise the interconnections between human, animal & environmental health & wellbeing. Read more in our #NetZero report: https://t.co/qUktUIB3vw

🔬 Bioveterinary Science in Action 🌍 Our yr 2 #Biovet students visited APHA Penrith as part of their Global Applications module🐾🧬 They gained hands-on insights into surveillance, biosecurity & lab testing, deepening their understanding of disease reporting. 💡 #OneHealth

🐴 Did you know? Horses can sleep both lying down AND standing up! It’s a common myth that they only sleep on their feet, but to get proper REM sleep, they need to lie down. We reckon this one’s still catching up after the clocks went forward! ⏰💤 (Sound on for the snoring!)

👩‍⚖️ Biovet Students Take the Stand! Our 2nd yr Biovet students gave expert witness testimony in a mock court case today. The case involved two dogs and a tragic situation of interpersonal violence – giving students real-world legal experience. #Biovet #VetStudent

Our Dean, Dr. Heather Bacon, was invited to the opening of the International Training Centre in Thailand! 🇹🇭✨ Led by the @WVScharity this new facility will advance vet care, enhance student experiences, improve animal welfare, & support rabies control. 🐾🩺

🌟 Tips for Thriving as a Neurodivergent Vet Student 🌟 For #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek, first-year vet student @LaurCharls shares her experiences and advice. 🎥 Let's celebrate the power of neurodiversity in veterinary medicine! 💙👏 #NCW #ThisIsND @NCWeek

Yesterday, we teamed up with BEVA, World Horse Welfare, British Horse Society, & The Donkey Trust to deliver a subsidised vet clinic. ✅ 50 equines received castration, dental care, foot trimming & welfare advice. 👩‍⚕️ 6 second-year vet students gained vital clinical skills. 💙👏

🐾 Great day with @HarperKeeleVets sharing good practice & exploring our coaching program! 💬✨ Valuable discussions on preceptors, final rotations & future research opportunities—helping students thrive in industry. 🚀🐾 #VeterinaryEducation #FutureVets