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Top Stories

Global first in NZVJ June issue

The June issue of the NZVJ includes the first report globally on field efficacy of a new derquantel-abamectin combination anthelmintic for sheep produced by Pfizer Animal Health. ... More »

If you can't afford the vet, don't get the pet

Veterinarians have an ethical responsibility to treat animals who are suffering and to treat pain. ... More »

Editor's Picks

2020 Vision for the veterinary profession - Vetscript July 2010

Pan Pacific Conference: 2020 Vision for the veterinary profession by Phil Stewart, Vetscript Editor Frazer Allan, head of Massey University's Institute of Veterinary Animal and Biomedical Sci ... More »

Profiles

World Veterinary Year 2011

World Veterinary Year 2011
Celebrating 250 years of the veterinary profession!2011 marks the 250th world anniversary of veterinary education - when the world's first veterinary school was founded in Lyon, France in 1761 by Clau ... More »
 

Veterinary Business Management Group

Veterinary Business Management Group
About VBMGThe Veterinary Business Management Group (VBMG) of the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) provides its members with professional business tools and resources, mentoring and advice, ... More »
 
2020 Vision for the veterinary profession - Vetscript July 2010

2020 Vision for the veterinary profession - Vetscript July 2010

Diseases of Cattle in Australasia

Diseases of Cattle in Australasia

Introducing SciQuest 2 - bigger, better, faster

Introducing SciQuest 2 - bigger, better, faster

Research Shows Vets At Risk From Stress

Research Shows Vets At Risk From Stress

Recent Publications

Diseases of Cattle in Australasia

Diseases of Cattle in Australasia
ON SALE NOWThe definitive text on cattle practice in Australia and New Zealand, by leading authorities in the field.This is the only book of its kind in the industry and is expected to be 'the point o ... More »
 

The Sheep Book - 3rd Edition On Sale Now!

The Sheep Book - 3rd Edition On Sale Now!
ON SALE NOW3rd editionAn informative and easy read by highly acclaimed authors DM West, AN Bruere and AL Ridler.THE REFERENCE POINT for veterinarians, farmers, farm advisors, agriculturists and studen ... More »
 

Events and CPD courses

Companion Animal Dentistry - Workshop And Wetlab 2010

Brush up your knowledge and practical skillsOnly 30 places available!Veterinary dentistry is one of the fastest growing disciplines in companion animal practice today. ... More »
 

External Fixators 2010

External Fixators 2010
This workshop is now full.    To register your interest for future workshops please email us at vets@vetlearn.org.nz                               Direct f ... More »
 

NZVNA Annual Conference

NZVNA Annual Conference
New Zealand Veterinary Nursing Association Annual Conference  16-17 July 2010 Novotel - Ellerslie Auckland Keynote Speaker: Harold Davis (Emergency and critical Veterinary Techician) Click here to r ... More »
 

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VetScholar Online Courses

2010 Animal Welfare: Ethics, Science And Law

Animal welfare has emerged as a central issue nationally and internationally. ... More »
 

2010 Companion Animal Internal Medicine

Who should do this course?This course has a practical focus and is ideally suited to clinicians working in companion animal or mixed practice. ... More »
 

2010 Companion Animal Surgery

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