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Our subject specialisms, research activities and businesses on campus create opportunities for students to develop their expertise outside their degrees. Our veterinary nursing students are both motivated and committed to their development – they love to get hands on with our animals, securing volunteering roles to further enhance their expertise. Over 70 animal species You could gain experience with our animal collection on campus. Alongside domestic species, we’re home to birds, fish, reptiles, Volunteering on campus You may be able to volunteer with our expert therapist and veterinary teams in our Equine Therapy Centre, experiencing the treatment of equine musculoskeletal conditions using our modern facilities. Canine hydrotherapy and physiotherapy There could be opportunities for you to experience canine hydrotherapy and physiotherapy treatments in our on-campus dog spa, our Canine Hydrotherapy Centre. Livestock husbandry and health Home to cattle and sheep, our commercial farm provides the ideal environment for students to gain voluntary experience of livestock care, especially in lambing and calving seasons. amphibians, invertebrates and livestock. Equine therapy and rehabilitation

Our students and lecturers work on research projects that advance knowledge around the health and wellbeing of both small and large animals. Their findings inform the veterinary nursing profession and help to improve standards of nursing in veterinary practices across the country. Mobility in dogs with arthritis We found that dogs with arthritic hind limbs experienced significant improvements in joint flexibility, following a six-treatment course of low-level laser therapy. Cat owners and the behaviour of their feline friends We’ve been investigating the relationship between cat owners and the behaviour of their pet cats. After looking at the personality traits of people and their cats, we found that the most agreeable owners had the most sociable and least aggressive cats. This will have an impact on our understanding of behavioural issues in domestic cats in the future. Research that’s improving veterinary nursing

“I couldn’t imagine a better place to study veterinary nursing. I love being surrounded by the animals and learning about their anatomy. On my clinical work placement, I’m able to use the skills I’ve learnt to help animals get back to full health. There’s no better feeling in the world.” Tom Gwynne, Veterinary Nursing student