Education

Feline leukemia virus: A new look at a common but preventable disease

Feline leukemia (FeLV) is an important cause of illness and death in cats worldwide. While veterinarians have made much progress in reducing FeLV infections and illness in many parts of Canada, there is still much work to be done. During this webcast, Dr. Susan Little will present up-to-date information on the prevalence and the importance of prevention with vaccination, especially for kittens. She will also share new insight into the behaviour of FeLV infection and how this influences testing.

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21st century pyoderma and antimicrobial stewardship in dermatology

Canine pyoderma isn’t like it used to be!

Recurrent pyoderma is a top reason for antibiotic prescribing in small animal practice – but it doesn’t have to be. Treating and preventing these very common skin infections provide key opportunities for antimicrobial stewardship.

During this webcast, learn from veterinary dermatologist, Dr. Kinga Gortel, as she presents:

  • how to diagnose this condition;
  • how to practise antimicrobial stewardship while treating this dermatosis.

This webcast is presented in collaboration with

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Mistakes happen: Coping compassionately when things crumble

Mistakes are a normal part of veterinary practice and often result in guilt, shame, or blame. These situations frequently lead to negative self-talk or avoidance behaviours that cause individuals to withdraw from work or exit the profession altogether.

During this webcast, veterinary wellness advocate and Thrive! collaborator, Dr. Marie Holowaychuk will cover practical strategies for dealing with mistakes in veterinary practice and demonstrate the benefits of positive self-talk and selfcompassion to help veterinary professionals to overcome these situations.

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