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A message to our learning community After much consideration, we’ve made the decision to close the Improve Veterinary Practice platform on 13 January 2026. Improve Veterinary Practice was built to support vets and nurses at every stage of their career, and while this chapter is ending, a new one is starting at Improve Veterinary Education. We couldn’t be more grateful for the community you’ve helped us build and hope to see you on this exciting next step. Find out more

Jennifer Southern

Jennifer Southern, BSc, RVN, is a registered veterinary nurse of 13 years, with a passion for canine behaviour and client education. She is a provisional clinical animal behaviourist with the Association of Pet Behaviour Counsellors (APBC), working towards full membership. She has a special interest in the link between physical and mental health, and works to promote the overall health of veterinary patients through a better understanding of their behaviour.

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