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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Allergy in Cats and Reaching a Diagnosis (2020)
Join Dr Rob Hilton as he explores how to diagnose allergies in cats, including differentiating between parasitic, food-related, and environmental causes. Learn a practical step-by-step approach and uncover non-allergic conditions that can mimic allergy. Perfect for vets seeking clarity in managing feline pruritus and complex dermatology cases.
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Management of the Environmentally Allergic Cat (2020)
Managing feline atopy requires more than just corticosteroids. Join Dr Rob Hilton as he explores safer, evidence-based treatment options—both registered and off-label. This webinar also features new research insights, helping you confidently manage “catatopy” while minimising side effects like diabetes. Essential viewing for feline-focused veterinary professionals.
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Clonidine – The what, where, when, how and why of using it to help your patients (2020)
As veterinarians become more familiar with behavioural medicine they reach for medications more for pets with behavioural issues such as anxiety and reactivity. This has meant that clonidine usage has increased.This webinar will cover why clonidine can be useful, how to use it, when to use, where it may be useful and why.
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Treatment of Equine Gastric Disease (2020)
Gain a fresh, international perspective on equine gastric disease with the latest clinical research—both published and unpublished. This webinar will challenge how you approach the treatment of squamous ulcers and glandular gastritis, helping you refine your strategy and optimise outcomes in equine patients. A must-watch for equine clinicians.
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Vet Business Biopsies – The Results Are In! (2020)
Jane’s “Business Biopsies” program has reviewed 30+ vet practices, assessing crucial aspects like workflow and financial health. Her talk will highlight trends and management qualities that lead to success or failure. Jane Bindloss, a renowned figure in veterinary nursing and management, uses her extensive experience to advise veterinary practices on leadership and operations.
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Coping With Change & Stress Management (2021)
Change is part of life—but managing it well takes skill. This webinar offers practical tips for coping with transitions and keeping stress in check. Learn how to build resilience, stay grounded, and embrace change with confidence. Perfect for anyone facing personal or professional shifts. Register now to join!
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Mentally Healthy Workplaces (2021)
Join Dr Nadine Hamilton, leading expert in veterinary wellbeing, as she explores what makes a workplace mentally healthy. Learn how to reduce stress, manage conflict, and promote wellbeing in your team. Discover practical strategies to boost retention, morale, and mental health in veterinary practice. Don’t miss out—register now!
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Managing Equine Gastric Disease – Part 1 (2021)
Gastric disease isn’t one-size-fits-all. Join Dr Dave to explore the differences between equine squamous and glandular gastric disease, including current treatment options in Australia. Learn how to build a logical, tailored approach to managing challenging glandular cases and improve outcomes in your equine patients. Don’t miss this essential update!
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Compounding in the Veterinary Industry, an IVA Panel Discussion (2021)
Confused about compounded medications in veterinary practice? Join IVA and a panel of experts as they debunk common myths, explain regulatory standards, and explore why patient responses and pricing vary. Gain clarity on quality, compliance, and best practices to support better outcomes for your patients. Don’t miss this discussion!
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How to Manage Equine Obesity (2021)
Equine obesity is a persistent challenge—but the key to tackling it lies in understanding owner behaviour. This webinar explores findings from a three-year study and applies behaviour change theory to help vets navigate difficult conversations and support lasting change. Gain practical tools to improve communication and clinical outcomes.
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Managing Equine Gastric Disease – Part 2 (2021)
Equine gastric disease is more complex than it seems. Join Dr Dave Rendle as he explores the key differences between squamous and glandular disease, outlines treatment options available in Australia, and shares a logical approach to managing difficult glandular cases. A must-watch for equine vets—don’t miss out!
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Human Behaviour Change Science Applied to Veterinary Communication (2021)
Changing client behaviour can be one of the toughest parts of veterinary medicine. This webinar explores the psychology behind behaviour change and how vets can use evidence-based communication strategies to improve client compliance and animal welfare. Learn how to build stronger relationships and make your advice more effective.
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Friends, forage, freedom: The Use of Alternative Grazing Systems for Horses (2021)
Traditional horse care doesn’t always meet modern equine needs. This webinar explores alternative management systems that support welfare through “friends, forage, and freedom.” Learn how these approaches can help manage conditions like EMS, laminitis, and gastric ulcers—essential knowledge for vets aiming to improve equine health outcomes. Join us!
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Advances in FIP treatment, an Australia perspective (2021)
FIP treatment is evolving fast. Join Dr Sally Coggins for an essential update on antiviral therapies, including remdesivir and mefloquine. Learn about current protocols, clinical trial insights, side effects, and managing treatment failures. A vital session for vets treating feline patients with suspected or confirmed FIP. Don’t miss out!
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Immune Drugs (2023)
Immune-mediated diseases are complex, often requiring careful diagnosis and long-term treatment planning. This webinar explores when to introduce or taper immunosuppressive medications, common side effects, and key considerations in managing these challenging cases in dogs and cats. Gain practical insights to improve outcomes and confidence in clinical decision-making.
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Deep Dive into Quality Assurance at Bova Aus (2021)
Bova is a company where vets, pets and the pet owner sit at the heart of everything it does.Quality is at the core of every process, producing the highest standard compounded medication.
This webinar will talk you through the unique Bova Aus Quality Assurance Program and how this benefits the vet, the pet, and the pet owner.
Bova Aus has developed a unique system to batch and Quality Assure (QA) popular, high-risk, or complex compounded products under instruction from veterinarians.
The following areas will be discussed:
SOURCING RAW MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT & VENDOR AUDITS
BATCH TRIALS
STAFF TRAINING
QUALITY CONTROL
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Updates on FIP (2023)
FIP has become a hot talking point among feline veterinarians, with new treatments and a better understanding of the disease. Points that will be covered are:Diagnosing FIP in general practice – the brick-by-brick approach
Revolutionary anti-virals – approach to treatment and monitoring protocols
Tips and tricks for tricky cases
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Shoeing the laminitic horse and for other pathologies of the foot (2023)
Can we really offload and protect injured structures in the foot? Is there any evidence base for the shoes we recommend? Dr. Andy Fiske-Jackson will present the concepts behind the recommended shoes for a variety of common ailments and give my personal experience of each one.
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Management of the Post-partum Mare (2023)
After the birth of the foal, we are often focused on the neonate, ensuring that it reaches all its milestones in the first 24 hours. In these cases, it is essential to remember that TWO patients are in our care when attending to the neonatal foal. Examination of the broodmare post-partum can often identify critical issues early and improve future breeding outcomes.
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Diagnosis and management of sacroiliac joint region pain (2023)
What are the clinical characteristics of sacroiliac joint region pain? How can you effectively diagnose and treat it? I’ll use case examples, give ultrasound tips, treatment options, and how to construct a rehab plan for this often-diagnosed but poorly understood condition.
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Treatment of canine soft tissue sarcomas (2023)
Sarcomas are one of the more common tumours diagnosed in our canine patients but often difficult to treat if they cannot be surgically excised.We will discuss treatment options for this tumour type with a particular focus on soft tissue sarcomas and options available for when complete resection just is not possible.
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Transthoracic and Transabdominal Ultrasound as a Diagnostic Tool in The Clinic Setting (2023)
Discover how transthoracic and transabdominal ultrasound can enhance your diagnostic capabilities in equine practice. This webinar covers key techniques, normal and abnormal findings, and real clinical cases—including colic assessment and organ imaging. Gain practical insights to improve clinical decision-making and outcomes. Don’t miss this essential session!
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Chemical capture of wild swamp buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) in tropical northern Australia using thiafentanil, etorphine and azaperone combinations.
Bryant, B., S. Pittard, N. R. Jordan and C. R. McMahon (2019). “Chemical capture of wild swamp buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) in tropical northern Australia using thiafentanil, etorphine and azaperone combinations.” Aust Vet J97(1-2): 33-38.Chemical capture of wild swamp buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) in tropical northern Australia using thiafentanil, etorphine and azaperone combinations – PubMed (nih.gov)
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PPID and compliance
Discover expert insights on PPID and compliance in horses with Dr Nicola Menzies-Gow. Learn about diagnostics, treatment options, ACTH testing, and pergolide use.
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.