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Mike Foulds will be joining IVC Evidensia as Regional CEO, Western Europe, early February 2024.
We’re looking forward to benefitting from Mike’s 20 years’ plus retail and operations experience gained in customer-focused organisations, as he helps support our teams in our fast-growing markets in France, Portugal and Spain in delivering on our promise of Healthy Animals, Happy Owners.
Read more here: https://lnkd.in/efG34gFJ
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Urs Schaub as Regional CEO, Central Europe for IVC Evidensia.
Urs’ extensive background working within international, customer-focused, retail organisations will be highly valuable as he helps support our dedicated people in delivering on our purpose of Healthy Animals, Happy Owners, while driving positive progress and strategic change.
Read more about our new Central Europe CEO here: https://ivcevidensia.com/news/ivc-evidensia-announces-urs-schaub-as-regional-ceo,-central-europe/
Today, we’re pleased to announce that Terri Westlake will be joining IVC Evidensia as Group Chief Customer and Marketing Officer early in 2024.
Terri brings a wealth of marketing and customer expertise, having worked for some of the world’s best-known consumer brands. Her consumer-centric mindset will be valuable as we continue to improve the customer experience to meet the fast-evolving needs and expectations of today’s animal owner.
Terri will play a significant role in providing customers with outstanding service, in terms of both the care that animals receive and the quality of the experience they have engaging with our practices, an important part of delivering on our purpose of Healthy Animals, Happy Owners.
Read more: https://ivcevidensia.com/news/ivc-evidensia-announces-terri-westlake-as-group-chief-customer-and-marketing-officer/
We are excited to announce that Ella Bennett will be joining IVC Evidensia as Group Chief People Officer in January 2024.
Ella brings with her over 20 years of experience and a stellar track record in HR transformation, organisation design, leadership, engagement and inclusion.
She will help reinforce our commitment to fostering a positive workplace environment, promoting D.E.I, and empowering our 41,000 dedicated veterinary and support staff to help achieve our purpose of Healthy Animals, Happy Owners.
Ella will be building on the work of our current HR director Lisa King who has chosen to retire; we would like to thank Lisa for her huge contributions and wish her our very best.
Read the full announcement here: https://ivcevidensia.com/news/ivc-evidensia-appoints-ella-bennett-as-group-chief-people-officer
At IVC Evidensia, the way we approach caring for animals around the world defines who we are. That’s why we’re thrilled to welcome Gudrun Ravetz, who will take on the role of Group Chief Medical Officer in February 2024.
A fully qualified vet, Gudrun brings decades of experience evolving the veterinary industry across a number of high impact roles, and will be integral in shaping how we deliver on our collective purpose of Healthy Animals, Happy Owners.
Learn more about Gudrun here: https://ivcevidensia.com/news/ivc-evidensia-appoints-gudrun-ravetz-as-group-chief-medical-officer/
As one of the world’s largest veterinary groups, we have a responsibility to use our scale and influence to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, both within our own operations and also more widely across the veterinary profession.
This , we’re reaffirming our commitment to achieve zero waste to landfill and increase our recycling rate for non-hazardous waste by 50% in the UK, by 2025.
We’re making good progress and have recently completed detailed waste audits in our biggest markets. We’re also improving recycling facilities, which will make it easier for our clinics to reduce the amount of waste heading to landfill.
For more on how we focus our efforts on people, patients and the planet, check out our latest sustainability report, The Positive Pawprint - https://ivcevidensia.com/how-we-work/sustainability/
Today, in recognition of International Cat Day, we visit Evidensia Djursjukvård Södra Djursjukhuset in Stockholm, where IVC Evidensia has invested in a completely separate cat clinic – dedicated to the individual needs and wellbeing of cats in our care.
Read more - https://ivcevidensia.com/news/sodra-animal-hospital-s-specialised-cat-clinic-speaks-the-language-of-cats/
In the last of our pet healthcare tips series, today we look at the best ways of keeping your horse safe in hot weather.
First, it’s good know what the signs of heatstroke in horses are because the sooner you spot them, the quicker you can get treatment. Symptoms include an elevated heartrate, a high temperature, weakness, restlessness, and a general lack of coordination. If you think your horse has any or all of these symptoms, contact your local equine vet immediately.
Here are a few tips on how to keep your horse safe in hot weather:
• Make sure they have access to shade, especially important for horses who live outdoors permanently.
• Provide plenty of drinking water. Store it in cool, shaded areas to lower the chances of it getting warm.
• Lessen the load. If you work your horse, consider reducing their workload during hot weather and supplement this work with frequent drinks, shade breaks and pouring buckets (upon buckets) of water over them.
• Consider the time of day when making plans to take your horse out for a ride. Early mornings and late evenings will be best during hot weather.
• Avoid sunburn by applying sun cream to pink skin and sensitive areas, such as their heels or pink areas around the muzzle.
• Flies and midges become even more of a problem in hot weather. Fly rugs and masks can be very effective but in addition make sure stables are kept clean and fields poo-picked to make sure these areas are less appealing to flies.
For expert advice on your horse and their welfare, contact your local equine vet.
Each week, we’re sharing weekly pet care tips from our veterinarians. Today, we’re sharing what to do if you think your cat has been stung by a bee or wasp.
Cats are natural predators who like to play with anything that flies. But what happens when they paw or bite something that can fight back?
Cats are skilled at hiding when they're in pain, but some common signs they’ve been stung by a bee or wasp are excessive licking, being louder than usual, swelling in one area, pawing at the sting site and limping, or not wanting to put their paw on the ground.
Here are some top tips on what to do if your cat is stung by a bee or wasp this summer:
• Remove the Sting: Use a credit card or similar object to scrape it out, being careful not to push more venom into the wound.
• Treat the sting: To reduce swelling, gently apply an ice pack or a wrapped cold compress to the affected area.
• Monitor your cat: Most cats aren't hypersensitive to stings, so while it may be painful and uncomfortable, it should have no longer-term effects. However, just one sting can cause anaphylactic shock if your cat is allergic so beware of the signs, such as severe wheezing, sudden diarrhoea or vomiting or excessive drooling.
If you suspect your cat is having an allergic reaction to a bee or wasp sting, seek emergency veterinary care.
Evidensia Djursjukvård Djurkliniken Roslagstull is the leading veterinary clinic in Stockholm, Sweden for exotic animals. Ahead of World Snake Day on 16th July, we met with veterinarian – and snake enthusiast - Marta Marciniak, who tells us her story of how she came to specialise in exotic breeds.
https://ivcevidensia.com/news/world-snake-day-2023-meet-marta/
Here are this week’s pet healthcare tips from our veterinarians from across the world of IVC Evidensia.
Your rabbits’ routine health care treatments are always important, but particularly during the summer. With all those insects and parasites flying around, it’s worth keeping them up to date with vaccinations, parasite treatments and microchip details. Hot summer days can prove dangerous to our pet rabbits - because of their fur, they tend to heat up a lot faster than humans and are at a greater risk of heat stroke and heat exhaustion.
Here are a few top tips to help keep bunnies safe during Summer:
• Keep them in the shade - Try adding some tunnels or a cardboard box to their hutch, which will also allow them to carry out their natural burrowing instincts.
• Provide plenty of water - Use a bottle and a water bowl and top them up regularly so the water stays fresh and cool.
• Staying cool - While edible frozen treats like ice cubes aren’t recommended for bunnies as they can cause gastrointestinal trouble, they will appreciate a nice frozen water bottle to lie next to.
• Check regularly for Flystrike - More flies means a greater risk of Flystrike. If your rabbit is restless, refusing food or if you detect a nasty smell coming from their hutch, they may be suffering from Flystrike. Contact your vet immediately if this is the case.
To help keep your furry friends healthy we’re sharing weekly pet care tips from our veterinarians from across the world of IVC Evidensia.
Cats thrive on mental and physical stimulation. In the wild, they’d keep their minds busy hunting for food. Domestic cats, however, can get bored and become mischievous. Here are some tips to keep your feline’s mental health in check.
Enrichment tips for your cat:
• Cats love boxes! Egg cartons or anything with a simple open/close mechanism is ideal. Put some cat treats inside, shut the box and watch your cat figure out how to get them.
• Teach your cat tricks. Always use positive reinforcement (clicker training, for example) and reward them with tasty cat treats.
• Interactive toys, such as wands or catnip teasers, are good when you have time to play with your cat.
• Cats feel safe when they’re high up. Your cat should be able to see out of the window whenever they like. You could invest in a tall scratch post, or build something for your cat to perch proudly on top of.
If you’re concerned about your cat, their behaviour or their welfare, have a cat chat with your vet.
As draws to a close, we’ve been proud to share what Pride Month means to colleagues from across the world of IVC Evidensia to help raise awareness of the LQBTQIA+ community and to encourage everyone to be proud of who they are.
This we’re asking colleagues across IVC Evidensia to share what Pride Month means to them, to help raise awareness and encourage everyone to be proud of who they are.
At IVC Evidensia, teams from any of our 2,600 clinics, hospitals and out-of-hours centres from any of the 20 countries in which we operate can apply for a Local Community Grant each year to support a local cause they care about.
The grants so far have been well received by our community partners and our teams. They already play an important role for pets and their owners in their communities and the Community Grants scheme provides them with the opportunity to act as a Force for Good beyond their place of work.
To date, thanks to the Fund, we have awarded 140 Local Community Grants and supported 184 charities across nine countries.
To find out more on how the Community Fund works, read our Positive Pawprint Report on the Sustainability pages of our website here - https://ivcevidensia.com/how-we-work/sustainability/
This we’re proud to share what colleagues from across IVC Evidensia told us when we asked, “What does Pride mean to you?”
Inundated with responses, we’re sharing just a few throughout the month.
Top vet tips from IVC Evidensia
To help keep your furry friends healthy we’re sharing weekly pet care tips from our veterinarians from across the world of IVC Evidensia.
With many of us holidaying with our furry companions by our side, here are some top tips for the perfect holiday with your dog.
Tips for taking your dog on holiday:
· Check the weather forecast. Perhaps pack a coat if it's cold and a cool mat if it's hot. Look out for signs of heatstroke in extreme heat, which you can find out more about here > https://www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/heat-stroke-in-dogs
· Plan for the drive. Make sure your dog is safely secured with a dog car seat, dog seat belt, dog car harness or crate, both for your safety and theirs.
· When you get there, check out your surroundings. Look for any hazards and investigate where it might be safe to let your dog off the lead.
· Find out where the nearest vet is just in case something goes wrong.
This we’re asking colleagues across IVC Evidensia Group to share what Pride Month means to them, to help raise awareness of the LQBTQIA+ community and to encourage everyone to be proud of who they are.
Top Vet Tips from IVC Evidensia
To help keep your furry friends healthy, we’re sharing weekly pet care tips from our veterinarians from across the world of IVC Evidensia.
As we head into warmer weather, it’s worth remembering that pets don’t regulate heat in the same way humans do. If you suspect your pet has heatstroke, seek veterinary advice.
Tips for keeping your pet cool:
• Make sure caged animals are kept in a shady, cool spot
• Add ice cubes to drinking water to make it extra cool
• Provide two bowls of drinking water in case one gets knocked over
• Make sure your pet has plenty of shade to escape to if they’re outside
• Never leave your pet in a hot car - even with the window cracked open
• Learn the signs of heatstroke in your pet here > https://www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/heat-stroke-in-dogs
Pride can mean different things to different people. This , we asked colleagues across IVC Evidensia Group to share what Pride means to them to encourage unity and understanding. We’re sharing just a few of their responses throughout June.
This we asked colleagues across IVC Evidensia Group to share what Pride Month means to them to raise awareness of the + community and encourage understanding.
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We asked all colleagues across IVC Evidensia to share what Pride Month means to them. We have been inundated with a wide range of perspectives, which we’ll be sharing throughout June to help raise awareness of the LQBTQIA+ community and to encourage everyone to be proud of who they are.
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Earth Day - Caring for our Planet
At IVC Evidensia, our clinical and support teams around the world are passionate about sustainability and want to play their part in helping to reduce our environmental impact. That’s why we developed the Positive Pawprint Clinic Toolkit with extensive advice on the actions which can be taken locally, on everything from energy efficiency and waste recycling through to reducing single-use plastics and biodiversity.
This , we’re pleased to share some of their latest initiatives.
Read more about our Positive Pawprint Sustainability strategy - https://ivcevidensia.com/how-we-work/sustainability/
Earth Day - Caring for our Planet
The effects of climate change, resource depletion and environmental pollution threaten the well-being of people and animals alike and are the primary causes of global biodiversity loss.
At IVC Evidensia, we recognise our responsibility to reduce our environmental impact and are making our environmental performance an integral part of our business strategy and the way we work.
This , we’re affirming our commitments to the environment, which you can see below.
Read more about our Positive Pawprint Sustainability strategy - https://ivcevidensia.com/how-we-work/sustainability/
Blaise Referral Hospital Centre will be one of the largest in the UK and will treat around 10,000 pets every year. It’s also IVC Evidensia’s first purpose-built multi-disciplinary referral hospital in the UK.
With construction now complete, we’re pleased to share that we’ve reached fit out stage and the site team is working toward its doors opening in Autumn 2023, when it will provide a specialist-led, multi-disciplinary referral service and 24/7 emergency care for pets in Birmingham.
The opening will be an important milestone in fulfilling our promise of Healthy Animals, Happy Owners.
Find out more - https://www.blaise-referrals.com/news/march-2023/blaise-birmingham-fit-out-has-commenced
Today, we’re celebrating our team in Ontario, Canada for the opening of an all-new referrals hospital: Lakeshore Animal Health Partners.
It’s an exciting partnership between VetStrategy and Toronto Animal Health Partners.
The state-of-the-art facility is in line with our customer promise to deliver world-class veterinary care, delivered locally.
Read more - https://ivcevidensia.com/news/vetstrategy-welcomes-new-state-of-the-art-referral-hospital-in-ontario,-canada/
When we asked IVC Evidensia colleagues to nominate inspirational women in recognition of International Women’s Day, we were thrilled to receive hundreds of entries. On this last post of the month, we’re celebrating Tiina and Cristina.
From our clinics in Finland and Spain, these two women have shown long time commitment to delivering world-class care while empowering their people.
We hope you’ve been inspired by the women of IVC Evidensia this month, as we are every day.
Did you know that Spring and Summer are peak times for ticks?
At IVC Evidensia, our purpose is Healthy Animals, Happy Owners. That’s why this (24th – 30th March), we are reminding all cat and dog owners to perform ‘The 8-step Tick Check’ on your pet every day this season, particularly following time spent in long grass or woodland areas. Getting to ticks early, before they have a chance to embed themselves reduces the risk of disease transmission.
They are small at first but after they bite, they swell to the size of a pea and become grey as they feed. See below for where ticks are most likely to be found and feel for lumps, bumps and look for any irritation.
Speak to your vet for details on the latest and most effective tick prevention methods.
This National Puppy Day, we’re appealing to all puppy owners to take extra care in keeping everyday items out of reach of their curious young family members.
For puppies, the world around them is exciting. They explore by using their noses and mouths, often eating anything and everything in their path. That’s why owners must be aware of potentially harmful everyday objects around the home and keep them out of their reach as a swallowing incident could unfortunately lead to some serious health problems.
Read Dexter’s story - https://ivcevidensia.com/news/puppy-day-dexter-s-story/
Simon Smith, Group CEO and Russell Trenter, Group COO, were on the road with Antonio Clemente, CEO for Iberia, where they had the opportunity to discuss IVC Evidensia’s exciting plans for the region and meet some of the clinic teams in Valencia to experience first-hand the exceptional work they’re doing to deliver our purpose of Healthy Animals, Happy Owners.
First stop was Hospital Veterinario Torrent, where Germán Cervera, Medical Director and Jorge Villafañe, Business Support Manager, demonstrated the latest diagnostic tools they’re using – some of the best in the industry – such as their endoscopy service.
Finally, Simon and Russell spent some time with the team in Hospital Veterinario del Mar, including Medical Directors Pedro Gónzalez, Óscar Artero and Lledó Soria, as well as Cristina Pardo, Iberia Operations Director, where they were impressed with the clinic’s innovative design which prioritises the well-being of pet patients.
Both Simon and Russell offered a big thanks to Antonio for hosting them during a really fascinating and informative visit, and to all the teams at Hospital Hospital Veterinario Torrent, Aúna Referral Hospital and Hospital Veterinario del Mar for making them feel so welcome.
https://ivcevidensia.com/news/ivc-evidensia-group-ceo-and-group-coo-visit-clinics-in-valencia/
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A Wrexham vets has become IVC Evidensia’s first Positive Pawprint Partner clinic. Rhyd Broughton Vets are in the vanguard of the new sustainability strategy, as we continue using our leading role within the industry to drive changes that can make a real difference. IVC Evidensia aims to protect the health and happiness of people and their pets, while reducing environmental impact, to promote a cleaner and more sustainable environment. Around 20 clinics are working through the Positive Pawprint Toolkit that has been produced and the North Wales vet clinic are the first to use it to put the changes into practice. Sarah Heath, Sustainability and ESG Director, said: “We’re proud of how our dedicated clinics, vets and vet nurses deliver the highest standards of care for our patients. “And we are excited to help make it easier for them to create a sustainable future. Rhyd Broughton becoming the first IVC Evidensia Positive Pawprint Partner is a fantastic milestone.” Read more - https://ivcevidensia.com/news/welsh-vet-clinic-leading-the-way-with-positive-pawprints/
VetCon Ireland 2022 is this week! Taking place at Fota Island Resort in Cork over 2 days, VetCon is an opportunity for veterinary professionals to meet, discuss and discover, with a packed schedule of speakers from all over the globe. Our careers team will be there with brilliant opportunities to join us. Find out more about the event - https://www.vetcon.ie #VetCon2022
At IVC Evidensia, caring is what we do and it’s who we are. We work to protect the health and happiness of people and their pets, while reducing our environmental impact to promote a cleaner and more sustainable environment. Our Positive Pawprint strategy is the tool that helps us to do this and our strategy is based on three pillars: People, Planet and Pets. Here are just a few highlights of initiatives being implemented across our Group right now. #IVCEvidensia #sustainability
Happy International Women’s Day to all the remarkable, talented female employees across our veterinary community. Women make up almost 90% of our workforce, and as part of our Positive Pawprint Sustainability strategy, we are developing strategies to ensure that our female employees have the support they need to progress their careers within IVC Evidensia. “To mark International Women’s Day, we are making a donation of £10,000 to Plan International to support their work advancing children’s rights and equality for girls in 75 countries around the world.” – Amanda Boag, Chief Medical Officer, IVC Evidensia. #IWD2022
Individuals from a broad range of ethnic minority backgrounds are currently underrepresented in the veterinary professions. We have partnered with University of Bristol to produce a Widening Participation video for anyone to view, download, share and be inspired by. This is part of a raft of initiatives being developed to drive awareness among those weighing up their career opportunities. View the full video here: www.ivcevidensia.co.uk/widening-participation #ivcevidensia #veterinarycareers
Our first sustainability report details how we are transitioning toward net zero climate impact, aiming to receive at least 85% of our energy from renewable sources by December 2023 and moving toward zero waste to landfill in our key markets. Russell Trenter, Chief Operating Officer, also explains how we also want to leverage the benefit of our scale, bringing our suppliers and partners with us by reducing the environmental impact of our supply chain. Find out more in our Sustainability Report – https://ivcevidensia.com/how-we-work/sustainability/ #PositivePawprint #Veterinary #SustainabilityReport #IVCEvidensia
We have recently doubled the number of new grants awarded via the IVC Evidensia Research fund, launched earlier this year. Led by the Group Veterinary Medical Board, seven grants were initially awarded. Now, thanks to substantially increased investment, a further 15 grants have been announced by the fund which supports vets and nurses undertaking clinical research. Read more - https://ivcevidensia.com/news/ivc-evidensia-doubles-research-grants/ #IVCEvidensia
Our first sustainability report explains how we are supporting the health, wellbeing, diversity and development of our people so we can continue doing what we love - providing essential and outstanding care to millions of animals every year. Russell Trenter, Chief Operating Officer explains the Group's priority to ensuring there is support in high intensity environments alongside industry-leading learning opportunities, resulting in welcoming, diverse and inclusive workplaces. Find out more in our Sustainability Report – https://ivcevidensia.com/how-we-work/sustainability/ #PositivePawprint #Veterinary #SustainabilityReport #IVCEvidensia
Our first sustainability report describes how we’re going beyond becoming the best veterinary care group in the world, to becoming the best veterinary care group for the world. Russell Trenter, Chief Operating Officer explains how we have so far implemented the sourcing of renewable energy for our three largest markets to building a network of almost 400 Wellbeing Champions and Mental Health First Aiders across our teams, and so much more. The report is a powerful statement of our belief in setting and sharing new standards of sustainability in animal health, and growing our company as a force for good. Find out more in our Sustainability Report – https://ivcevidensia.com/how-we-work/sustainability/ #PositivePawprint #Veterinary #SustainabilityReport #IVCEvidensia
Non-Accidental Injury (NAI) in animals is an emotionally, legally and logistically complicated topic. Identifying and tackling it requires an investment of time, experience, emotional energy, sensitivity, tact, and not a small measure of courage. It is important to remember the relationship between NAI and other types of abusive relationships whether that be child abuse, domestic violence or abuse of the elderly. These may all be present together. Our Non-Accidental Injury programme aims to support the entire profession in aiding the commitment to the health and welfare of animals in our care. Learn more - https://ivcevidensia.com/how-we-work/sustainability/ #PositivePawprint #Veterinary #SustainabilityReport #IVCEvidensia #NonAccidentalInjury
Celebrating 10 Years of IVC Evidensia This month we are celebrating our 10th anniversary! It’s been an incredible journey. When our group was founded in 2011, we started with just 20 practices. From the outset, we understood that our greatest strength was running these practices by motivated and passionate vets with a wealth of management experience. Our guiding principle has always been our conviction that the best way of achieving high-quality clinical care and exceptional client service is through local leadership. The underlying strategy of IVC Evidensia has therefore been to create a framework that enables local management to thrive. Our role is to provide the greater resources, skills and procurement synergies from being part of our group. The key to our philosophy is ensuring that everyone, from clinicians to managers, share the same values. By staying true to these values, we find it easier to make the right decisions. Since the veterinary profession has always attracted principled and committed people, this matters to us all. Thank you for this incredible continued journey! #IVCEvidensia #10yearanniversary
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