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Top Stories

NZVA endorses voluntary bonding scheme changes

The New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA) is pleased with the changes made to the voluntary veterinary bonding scheme announced recently by Agriculture Minister David Carter. ... More »

Introducing SciQuest 2 - bigger, better, faster

We're pleased to bring you SciQuest 2 - our new upgraded online searchable library for all veterinary scientific articles, proceedings and publications - www.sciquest.org.nzAnd as an NZVA member acce ... More »

Bovine Infertility book - circa 1967

One of the many advantages of the new version of SciQuest 2 is that we can add publications quicker than we could previously, and they don't have to fit into predefined groups.This means that when on ... More »

Editor's Picks

Controlling enteric zoonoses in New Zealand - Vetscript February 2010

Collaboration and the "One World, One Health" approach by Nigel French, Professor of Food Safety and Veterinary Public Health and Petra Mullner, Consultant, EpiCentre, Massey University Re ... More »

Role of rural veterinarians evolving

Veterinarians are taking a closer look at the role they have to play in the future of pastoral farming. ... More »

Monitoring is key to avoid dairy cows overheating

As the weather heats up around the country, veterinarians are reminding dairy farmers to provide adequate shelter and water for their herds. ... More »

Profiles

Veterinary Business Management Group

Veterinary Business Management Group
The role of VBMGThe Veterinary Business Management Group (VBMG) is a special interest group of the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA). ... More »
 

Companion Animal Society

Companion Animal Society
What's new - eCAS Update with Continuing Education Survey preliminary results - last chance to take part!    Vitamin K and Mitotane discontinuedSee advice from Dr Kate Hill at the Veterinary Teac ... More »
 
Controlling enteric zoonoses in New Zealand - Vetscript February 2010

Controlling enteric zoonoses in New Zealand - Vetscript February 2010

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

The Sheep Book - 3rd Edition On Sale Now!

The Sheep Book - 3rd Edition On Sale Now!
3rd editionON SALE NOWAn 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

Pan Pacific Veterinary Conference 2010

Pan Pacific Veterinary Conference 2010
Join fellow veterinarians from around Australia and New Zealand for a week of learning and networking in this perfect meeting destination Come and join us in Brisbane in 2010 for the joint AVA an ... More »
 

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VetScholar Online Courses

2009 Electrocardiograms (ECGs)

2009 Electrocardiograms (ECGs)
Electrocardiography is under-utilised in New Zealand and Australian small animal practice. ... More »
 

2009 Quintessential Behaviour

2009 Quintessential Behaviour
Using behavioural science to enhance safety, well being and clinical outcomes A good understanding of the behaviour of companion animals is essential to the safe and effective handling of dogs and cat ... More »
 

2009 Animal Law In Practice

2009 Animal Law In Practice
Animal Law in Practice - the things you MUST knowYour role, your risk, your legal liability "One of the best courses I've done in 15 years of animal health work." Gill McGregor (Enforcemen ... More »
 

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  • Westpac Appeal account for Haiti earthquake victims - Robyn Forrester (19 Jan)
  • Expansion of Government's Voluntary Bonding Scheme for Veterinarians - Julie Hood (18 Jan)
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