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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

Kirsty Cavill

Kirsty Cavill, BSc (Hons), RVN, runs PAWS Canine Myotherapy Care, a rehabilitation business specialising in the management of senior patient care, osteoarthritis and musculoskeletal health. She is head nurse at Vet Connection and a member of the International Association of Animal Therapists and the Veterinary Osteoarthritis Alliance. She also volunteers with Canine Arthritis Management and StreetVet.

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