Bova Scholars – Free Vet Education
Welcome to our Bova Scholars hub. Here you will find all our continuing education for veterinarians, veterinary nurses/technicians, and support staff – all free, and all from experts in their field. We have a passion for innovation, and this not only extends to the products we deliver, but to the educational content we create. We aim to provide you with the latest research, thinking and treatment options with easily accessible blogs, podcasts and webinars. So, whether you’re a reader, a listener or a watcher, we have you covered.
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Rational use of antibiotics in Ophthalmic practice
Learn when and how to use antibiotics in veterinary ophthalmology. Join Dr Robin Stanley for a case-based webinar on effective, evidence-based eye care.
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Unmasking Addison’s: From Crisis to Control
Addison’s disease in dogs (hypoadrenocorticism) can be one of the most challenging diagnoses in small animal practice. Its vague clinical signs and fluctuating symptoms often lead to delayed or missed diagnosis. This free veterinary webinar explores the many faces of Addison’s disease, from the first subtle symptoms to effective long-term management strategies. Whether you’re new to diagnosing Addison’s or looking to refine your emergency approach, this session will build your confidence and clinical clarity.
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Hyperinsulinemia-Associated Laminitis (HAL), a focus on the foot (2025)
Join Dr Andy Fiske-Jackson for an in-depth webinar on Hyperinsulinemia-Associated Laminitis (HAL), exploring its foot-level impact, pathophysiology, diagnostic imaging, and management strategies to improve outcomes in horses and ponies. Register today!
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Caregiver Safety Guide
The Cytotoxic Safety Guide is a downloadable client handout designed to help pet owners safely manage their pet’s treatment at home. It provides clear, practical advice on medication handling and household hygiene, supporting both owner confidence and patient wellbeing.
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Equine Metabolic Syndrome Management (2025)
Learn how to manage Equine Metabolic Syndrome in 2025 with diet, exercise, and emerging treatments. Discover strategies to prevent insulin-related laminitis.
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Testing for EMS, who, why, when, how? (2025)
This session will outline the various diagnostic protocols available for assessing Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS) and Insulin Dysregulation (ID) in equine practice. It will provide an overview of the key features, advantages, and limitations of each testing method, with guidance on selecting the most appropriate approach based on the clinical objectives and practical considerations of the veterinary surgeon.
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Feline Lymphoma – What’s New?
Feline lymphoma remains one of the most common cancers in cats. Join Dr. Catherine Chan in this free CE/CPD webinar to explore the latest updates in diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis. Gain practical guidance for improving quality of life in feline patients and enhancing clinical decision-making in veterinary practice.
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Equine Metabolic Syndrome (Horse owner guide)
Your Essential Guide to Equine Metabolic Syndrome
Struggling with weight management or concerned about laminitis in your horse or pony? Our free downloadable guide provides practical, vet-backed advice on recognising the signs of EMS, understanding risk factors, and managing your horse’s health year-round.
Download now and take a confident step toward better equine care.
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Foaling: The Ultimate Emergency – When and What to Refer (2025)
This informative webinar offers crucial insights into managing one of the most critical moments in equine care—foaling. John Spencer, an experienced equine vet from Fyrnwy Equine Hospital, guides attendees through the stages of normal foaling, identifying early warning signs of complications, and making timely decisions on when to refer a mare for veterinary intervention. With a focus on maximising foal and mare survival, this session is essential for breeders, owners, and equine professionals seeking to improve outcomes during this high-stakes period.
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Survival guide to facing the suspected cardiac patient in general practice (2025)
This talk focuses on assisting clinicians in the everyday practice on the detection and diagnosis of cardiac disease in our companion animals. From the moment they present on your hospital’s doorstep, we will discuss tips and tricks on acquiring a thorough history, performing a complete cardiothoracic physical exam, classifying murmurs and heart sounds, pros/cons of various diagnostics testing etc. Participants should finish the webinar feeling more confident in tackling the next patient that presents with suspected heart disease.
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Eye Spy a Dry Eye – Tear Quality and Quantity matter! (2025)
Dr. Caruso will cover:
Recognising the signs of KCS – From subtle changes to severe cases.
Diagnostic tools and techniques – Schirmer tear tests, fluorescein staining, & beyond.
Treatment strategies – Medical and surgical options for effective management.
Case studies and practical tips – Real-world insights to enhance clinical outcomes.
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Challenges in Diagnosis & Management of Hypertension (2025)
Systemic hypertension is estimated to affect at least 20% of older cats and is especially common in combination with illnesses such as chronic kidney disease. Diagnosis is not always straightforward; distinguishing between situational and genuine hypertension can be challenging.
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Blood Smears and Haematology Analysis
Master the art of blood smear preparation and achieve accurate haematology analysis with our step-by-step guide! Download the poster now!
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Psychopharmaceuticals in Equine Practice: Enhancing Wellbeing and Managing Anxiety (2025)
This webinar will discuss commonly used psychopharmaceuticals as well as those we should probably be avoiding and backed up with real case scenarios.
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Upcoming
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) Information for cat owners
Gain a comprehensive understanding of Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP), including its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, available treatments, and how to support cats during and after treatment.
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Diagnosis and management of feline heart disease (2025)
Discover expert strategies for feline heart disease management in 2025, covering diagnosis, treatment, and improving outcomes for cats with heart conditions.
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Ten Top Tips for a Calmer Pet During Fireworks
Ten Top Tips for a Calmer Pet During Fireworks—designed to help practices guide pet caregivers in keeping their furry friends calm and comfortable.
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Appropriate antimicrobial use in foals -how do we combat antimicrobial resistance? (2024)
Join our webinar on “Appropriate Antimicrobial Use in Foals” to explore critical topics like combating antimicrobial resistance, a growing concern in foals due to bacterial infections and sepsis. Learn about appropriate antimicrobial use, the challenges of balancing treatment with resistance, and how to improve antimicrobial stewardship. This session offers valuable insights for veterinary professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of foal care and reduce resistance development. Discover evidence-based strategies for responsible drug use and effective care practices in foals.
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AMR & FIP treatment – Antivirals are antimicrobials too! (2024)
Feline infectious peritonitis is now a readily treatable disease. In this exciting era of feline medicine, let us learn from past mistakes and do our bit to promote responsible antimicrobial stewardship. Antivirals are often overlooked when we discuss antimicrobial resistance, with most of the focus on antibiotic use. In this webinar, Dr Coggins will review what we have learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and discuss the current recommendations for antiviral use in the context of FIP treatment.
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All-Season Care for Horses: Managing Weight and Preventing Laminitis (2024)
Keeping your horse at a healthy weight is essential for preventing laminitis and ensuring their overall well-being. This educational webinar offers horse owners practical tips and advice on managing weight and preventing laminitis throughout the year.
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Feline Infectious Peritonitis in 2024: Updates for the Caregiver (2024)
In this session, Dr. Sam Taylor will discuss the latest developments in feline disease management, including how caregivers can support their pets through the treatment process.
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Quality Assurance (QA): Is There Any Substance to the Quality Assurance
Join host Brett Davidson interviews Nick Bova, Managing Director of Bova, to explore the reality behind Quality Assurance in veterinary compounding.With some compounding pharmacies claiming Quality Assured products/facilities, Brett and Nick dive into what “Quality” truly means, how it’s regulated, and why the standards are often misunderstood. Drawing on Nick’s experience from establishing Bova UK under strict GMP regulations—standards that Australian pharmacies are not required to follow—they discuss the lack of oversight in the Australian veterinary compounding industry.
The QA program Bova has implemented is a unique approach developed in consultation with regulatory bodies. This insightful conversation sheds light on the critical differences in global veterinary compounding practices and the real meaning of quality assurance.
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Diagnosis, intervention & the spectrum of analgesia in management of laminitis (2023)
A brief discussion of pathophys, diagnosis of laminitis, including determination of the inciting cause, field approach to management of acute & chronic laminitis including diet, hoof support/therapies, analgesia and housing, and the options for analgesia, where to start and where you can go in those challenging cases.
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Laminitis: taking a proactive approach to a preventable disease (2023)
Want to learn why your clients don’t seem to do anything about their fat ponies or why your clients don’t listen to your diet and management advice? Dave will provide more effective approaches to stop the development of laminitis.
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Fun with the Fundus – How to examine the retina (2024)
Join Dr. Kelly Caruso for an informative 2024 webinar on retinal examination. Learn key techniques in fundus examination, diagnose retinal conditions, and enhance your veterinary ophthalmology skills. Register now!
FAQ
Why choose Bova Scholars for continuing vet education?
We believe one of our key roles is to support veterinarians and veterinary nurses/technicians – making clinic life easier where we can. We know time is precious, so our free veterinary education is convenient and easily accessible – giving you the flexibility to learn when, and how you want.
We use board Specialists, key opinion leaders and industry professionals to deliver cutting-edge recommendations that help you provide the best care for your patients – covering a range of species and therapeutic areas.
Who is Bova Scholars for?
Bova Scholars has free veterinary education for all veterinary professionals – veterinarians, veterinary nurses/technicians, and the support staff – we know how important up-to-date knowledge is for the whole team.
What free vet education topics does Bova Scholars cover?
Bova Scholars covers a wide range of topics across small animal and equine medicine, giving you up-to-date information on equine topics such as laminitis and equine gastric disease, and small animal topics including feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) and feline allergies. We also have non-clinical topics to help support you in more general clinic life.
Who are Bova Scholars’ experts?
Meet some of the Specialists, key opinion leaders and industry professionals who deliver our CPD:
Equine:
Dr David Rendle BVSc MVM CertEM(IntMed) DipECEIM FRCVS
RCVS and European Specialist in Equine Internal Medicine
Small animal:
Dr Sally Coggins BVSc(Hons I) MANZCVS (feline Medicine) Masters of Philosophy (Science)
Dr Robert Hilton BVSc(Hons) MANZCVS CertVD
How to access Bova Scholars’ free vet education webinars
All you need to do is follow the relevant link, enter your details, and enjoy. Once you have completed a webinar on-demand please send an email to admin@bova.com.au and we will send you a link to your CPD certificate.
Keeping up to date with continuing veterinary education
As you know, continuing veterinary education or CPD (continuing professional development) is a requirement for all Australian veterinary professionals. The average number of CPD points required is 60 points over a rolling 3-year period. However, this is slightly different in each state so please check the Australian Veterinary Boards Council for more information.
Free education for animal owners
Finding trusted educational content for pet owners can be challenging. We have webinars for horse owners and cat owners to help owners better understand their pets to help improve animal welfare.
If you’re a pet owner, then you are in the right place! Watch our pet owner webinars here.