Join us on February 11, 2025, at 7 p.m. (EST) to expand your expertise in veterinary dentistry and improve your patients’ quality of life. During this webcast, Dr. Loïc Legendre will explore three significant oral immune-mediated inflammatory conditions in pets: juvenile gingivitis, feline chronic gingivostomatitis (FCGS), and canine chronic ulcerative stomatitis (CCUS), formerly known as canine paradental ulcerative stomatitis (CUPS). He will review diagnostic protocols, new treatments, and...

Join us on January 23, 2025, at 7 p.m. (EST) to explore the future of veterinary care and discover how virtual care can complement and elevate traditional in-person services. Virtual care is reshaping the future of veterinary medicine. In this webcast, we will explore its transformative potential, debunk common misconceptions, and provide practical guidance on integrating these technologies into daily practice. Featuring expert speakers Dr. Koharik Arman, Leilani Mustillo, RVT, and Dr. Sharon...

Sleep is one of the most underrated strategies for mental and physical health and well-being. Research demonstrates that adults who consistently get less than 6 hours of sleep per night are predisposed to many health problems. Unfortunately, more than 30% of people experience insomnia and with the constant pull of work and technology, getting a good night’s sleep is increasingly challenging. During this webcast, veterinary wellness advocate and Thrive! collaborator, Dr. Marie Holowaychuk will...

During this webcast, Dr. Darcy Adin will walk through the natural progression of degenerative mitral valve disease in dogs and the integration of evidence-based medicine to justify treatment interventions at specific stages. She will focus on understanding the natural progression of mitral valve disease with a review of disease staging, outlining the evidence-based criteria for initiating medications in dogs with preclinical mitral valve disease, and understanding the rationale for current...

While we can’t say goodbye to insulin yet, new oral medications have revolutionized care for diabetic cats. During this webcast, Dr. Susan Little will focus on the advancements in treating feline diabetes mellitus. She will review a range of treatment options and discuss the best candidate patients for each one. It is important to understand the patient and the owner to determine the optimal course of treatment by discussing the spectrum of care.

Cutaneous cytology is a quick, inexpensive, and non-invasive diagnostic test to determine whether patients have secondary infections. Knowing how to take samples and confidently interpret these samples is critical for effective skin disease management and overall animal health. The identification of conditions such as bacterial pyoderma or Malassezia dermatitis is important for treatment planning, the resolution of clinical signs, and the prevention of antimicrobial resistance. During this...

Acute anxiety is commonly exhibited by dogs and too often mistaken as ‘normal’. Fortunately, we are moving past the time when fear and anxiety at veterinary visits in unfamiliar circumstances and loud noises were viewed as a routine and acceptable part of life. During this webcast, Dr. Karen Overall will discuss the treatment of acute anxiety and noise-related fears with a novel alpha-agonist. She will also emphasize the importance of early intervention in preventing anxiety from worsening and...

In this webcast, Dr. Sheehan will explore integrative approaches to managing kidney disease, emphasizing the importance of early detection in chronic kidney disease. She will also present: Practical tips and tricks for treating kidney disease;Insights into what is missing in the traditional standard of care;Additional strategies to support kidney patients beyond prescription diets and fluid therapy.

Curious about starting a business and learning from fellow RVTs who have done it? Join us for a dynamic panel discussion where RVTs share their personal stories of venturing into entrepreneurship. Learn from their experiences, challenges, and successes as they navigate the unique path of building businesses in the veterinary field. This session offers valuable insights for anyone considering an entrepreneurial journey, highlighting the innovative spirit and resilience of RVTs who are paving...