An introduction to effective leadership of teams

Tuckman (1965) proposed a model of team development that is still considered influential today. He suggested that teams move through four stages, namely: forming, storming, norming and performing...

An introduction to veterinary nursing leadership part one: getting to know yourself

Helen had been working at a veterinary practice for 12 years. Three years ago, the practice was sold to a corporate organisation and Helen was offered the position of Head Veterinary Nurse. As she was...

Maintaining quality of life for deaf and blind dogs

To understand the effect of sensory loss it is first important to appreciate how dogs use their senses. A summary of the key characteristics of the canine senses of smell, hearing and sight is given...