Treatment of equine obesity and laminitis in general practice (2020) Overview A discussion of equine obesity recognition; diagnostic options which are regularly achievable in general practice and treatment options which might achieve better owner compliance, for both the obese horse and the obese horse during a laminitis episode. Presenters Mr James Risk BVM&S MRCVS Clinician in Equine PracticeUniversity of Glasgow James…
Sustainable control practices for equine tapeworm (2024) Overview Attendees will be cognizant of the following information by the end of the webinar: • Horses that graze can be infected by the tapeworm, Anoplocephala perfoliata •Equine tapeworm has an indirect lifecycle involving an oribatid/pasture mite intermediate host • Adult tapeworms are hermaphrodite and intermittently release segments containing eggs • The adult worms are…
Compounding in the Veterinary Industry, an IVA Panel Discussion (2021) A panel discussion by the Independent Vets of Australia (IVA) Overview The use of compounded pharmaceuticals in veterinary practice has long been a topic of debate and conjecture. With patient outcomes being top of mind for practicing veterinarians, Independent Vets of Australia (IVA) has engaged a panel of experts in…
Transthoracic and Transabdominal Ultrasound as a Diagnostic Tool in The Clinic Setting (2023) Overview This presentation will cover the practical use of transthoracic and transabdominal ultrasound imaging as a diagnostic tool in the clinical setting. This will include normal ultrasonographic appearance and common pathological conditions encountered in the routine clinical practice when implementing transthoracic and transabdominal ultrasound imaging. Topics will…
[Webinar] 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.
[Webinar] 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.
[Useful resources] Ten Top Tips for a Calmer Pet During Fireworks
—designed to help practices guide pet caregivers in keeping their furry friends calm and comfortable.
Diagnosis and management of feline heart disease is a challenging element of cardiology. How important is a heart murmur, when should we worry about an arrhythmia, and is there anything to slow the progression of feline heart disease?
This live interactive presentation will update practitioners on how to approach feline heart disease, diving into these questions as well as taking a deeper look at a treatment plan for feline heart disease and how to monitor cats with congestive heart failure.
Immunosuppressants: Beyond Glucocorticoids (2019) Overview Whilst glucocorticoids are likely to remain the mainstay of immunosuppressive treatment in veterinary patients for years to come, there have been interesting recent studies documenting the success of alternative immunosuppressive agents, either as first-line sole agents, or adjunctive treatments in the management of certain immune-mediated diseases. During this webinar, Anna will discuss evidence for and…
Learn how veterinary teams can maximise the welfare of companion animals who need to wear Elizabethan (2020) Overview Bova Aus is excited to introduce you to Bova Scholars, an online webinar resource for vets and vet nurses. Over the coming months, Bova Aus will be working with key opinion leaders to create webinars on a variety of topics to bring…