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VTE T E R I N A R Y T R A I N I N G S Q U A D R O N
he Veterinary Training Squadron (VTS) cases VTS provides an important supporting is the smallest part of the Defence role to the other Squadrons, providing Animal Training Regiment (DATR), and medical care for injuries or illnesses sustained
is manned by 2 Military Veterinary Officers and 8 Veterinary Technicians (the Army Veterinary Nurses).
This small team provides around the clock veterinary service 365 days a year for the animals on the site, which can number up to 270 dogs and between 130 and 300 horses. Some of these animals may be under training to become Military Working Animals, or they may be older animals used to train new handlers or riders. In the case of the horses, some of them may be on their holidays from busy Ceremonial Duties in London, enjoying some well-deserved rest and relaxation. In all
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In addition, the VTS team provide emergency care for any serious injuries on the site, and can provide a referral service for Military Working Dogs and Horses from elsewhere in the UK or from Operations overseas. VTS also helps the handlers and riders to look after their animals by providing training in everything from basic signs of health to emergency first aid and critical care training.
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