Who’s tired of waiting for more rules, more regulations, more permissions, more recognition, more pay? Frankly, we all are. Instead of waiting for others to allow or give us recognition, let’s move into a new era of mobilizing RVTs where we are moving from simple delegation to integration and collaboration. It’s where the future of veterinary medicine lies. We will:• Explore the concept of Mobilizing RVTs,• Review strategies for self-advocacy,• Celebrate a new era of team-based veterinary...

Do you ever question whether you truly belong in a leadership role? Have you ever worried that others think you’re not cut out for it? Whether you’ve been offered a new position, have years of experience, or naturally guide others in your current role, feelings of self-doubt and uncertainty can arise. This talk will delve into what authentic leadership means, how imposter syndrome can affect even the most seasoned individuals, and the impact of not being able to perform at your best. We’ll...

Do you have introverted tendencies? Do you have trouble setting boundaries? Jolene will lead an engaging, interactive session focused on building resilience and managing workplace stressors. She will explain how, under acute and chronic stress, people often revert to less preferred aspects of their personality, causing out-of-character reactions that can lead to conflict and mental health issues. Jolene will also explore the difference between compassion and empathy in relation to healthy...

Veterinarians handle vaccines day in and day out, but how often do they think about what those vaccines are and how they work? This knowledge is vital for making informed vaccine selections, educating pet owners, and personalizing vaccination recommendations according to each patient’s lifestyle and risk factors. During this webcast, Dr. Karren Prost will delve into the historical significance and effectiveness of traditional vaccines, while also introducing a groundbreaking new class of...

When a pet suffers from a gastrointestinal illness or dysbiosis, owners seek both relief for their pet and… from the clean-up. While veterinarians often resort to pharmaceuticals to manage symptoms, there are ways to support the patient nutritionally in acute gastrointestinal cases. In this webcast, Robin Saar will explore how to triage and identify various types of acute gastrointestinal symptoms, understand key nutritional factors, and examine why nutrition might be more effective than...

In this webcast, Dr. Caitlin Grant will explore the distinctive nutritional requirements of cats and dogs across various life stages, including growth, gestation, lactation, adulthood, and senior years. She will provide valuable guidance for pet owners on selecting appropriate food to maintain optimal health at each stage of their pets' lives. While the primary focus will be on healthy pets, common health conditions associated with each life stage and how they can be managed through nutrition...

In this webcast, Dr. Jeanna Manacki will cover the key components of a pet food label, current pet food regulations in Canada, and proposed upcoming changes in label design. She will also explore how to objectively assess pet foods and clarify what information can and cannot be found on labels. Other webcasts in this series now available for on-demand viewing: Other upcoming webcast in this series:

This presentation will focus on the diagnostic, medical, and interventional strategies for managing a cat with post-urethral catheterization urinary blockage. In this webcast, Dr. Marilyn Dunn will cover practical tips, and cost-effective diagnostic methods that can be easily implemented in clinical practice. She will also review evidence-based treatment options and outline a step-by-step approach. U-R-ine for a great webcast!

Fibrosarcomas are relatively common in cats. It is of utmost importance to differentiate vaccine or injection site-associated sarcoma (VAS) from non-vaccine-associated sarcoma as the prognosis and treatment strategies for each type differ significantly. In this webcast, Dr. Philip J. Bergman will focus on the history, possible impact from adjuvant vs. not, diagnosis, prognosis, and therapy of cats with VAS.