This page lists CPD courses available by month. Not all courses have been approved by the ABVMA. ABVMA approved CPD is noted with the ABVMA logo.
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Webinar: Techniques for food and non-food distraction
Speaker: Jessica Benoit, RVT, VTS (Behaviour), KPA, CTP, CPDT-KA, Fear-free certified speaker
Description: Animals can learn to make positive associations with veterinary procedures & care using food and non-food distraction. In this presentation attendees will learn the importance of observing body language, use their own body language in a manner that prevents and alleviates fear, anxiety, and stress and how to practically apply distraction techniques.
Date: Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Time: 7-8:30 pm
Fees: EASAV/CAVM Members and unregistered support staff: FREE
Other DVMs: $26.25 Other RVTs: $15.75
Sponsored by: Royal Canin
Registrations: To register for this event and for more information, go to easav.ca.
To make credit card payments, all registrants must create a profile on the EASAV website, then register and pay for the CE online.
Questions? Contact Smokey Walters at info@easav.ca or call (780)970-3728
Facing pet cancer is often a devastating and confusing time for pet owners! With 1 in 5 dogs and 1 in 4 cats cited as developing cancer at some point over their lifetime, thousands of pet guardians face the dreaded diagnosis every year.
While there are many wonderful professionals and other helpful organizations available to help support pets facing cancer (such as veterinary and/or oncologist care and financial assistance for treatment), Kali’s Wish Cancer Foundation is the first and only registered charity in Canada solely dedicated to helping pet guardians and their families facing pet cancer and loss.
Hosted by: The Calgary Academy of Veterinary Medicine (CAVM)
Description: This presentation will outline the treatment of FIP, with an emphasis on how to legally access and use effective antivirals. It will also include an open discussion of current hot topics in infectious diseases, with an emphasis on questions from attendees.
Time: 7pm-9pm Mountain Time
Format: Live online via. Zoom (& will be recorded)
Location: n/a
Speaker: Dr. Scott Weese DVM DVSc DACVIM FCAHS
Sponsor: Antech
To Register: login to our website, go to the Education tab/CAVM In-Person & Zoom Sessions, find this session, add to cart, then checkout and make the payment (if required). A confirmation email and/or the Zoom link will be emailed to you within 48 hours. If you need a login for our website, please email us at info@cavm.ab.ca
Cost: See our website or the flyer.
Questions: email info@cavm.ab.ca or phone 403-863-7160
Calm, Confident & In Control: Training for a cooperative veterinary visit - behaviour series
Webinar: Cooperative Veterinary Care: getting consent at the vet
Speaker: Jessica Benoit, RVT, VTS (Behaviour), KPA, CTP, CPDT-KA, Fear-free certified speaker
Description: Learn what cooperative care means & how we can teach consent behaviours & the importance of choice when teaching patients to participate in their own veterinary care. Consent behaviours discussed will include stationing & chin rest, the benefits of using predictor cues for cooperative veterinary care training and how to transfer this type of training to veterinary procedures.
Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Time: 7-8:30 pm
Fees: EASAV/CAVM Members and unregistered support staff: FREE
Other DVMs: $26.25 Other RVTs: $15.75
Sponsored by: Royal Canin
Registrations: To register for this event and for more information, go to easav.ca.
To make credit card payments, all registrants must create a profile on the EASAV website, then register and pay for the CE online.
Questions? Contact Smokey Walters at info@easav.ca or call (780)970-3728
Presented by Dr. Dan Columbus on April 10, 2024 at 7 p.m. (EDT)
Join us as we discuss dietary protein and fibre content, and the use of functional amino acids.
As we strive to decrease the use of antibiotics in pork production, prioritizing the functional aspects of
nutrition is increasingly important to sustain the health and growth of pigs.
During this webcast, Dr. Dan Columbus w ill present information on the impact of macronutrient and
micronutrient content in diets on the immune status and welfare of pigs.
https://www.communivet.com/en/fa/education/webcasts/insights-on-nutrition-for-pig-health
Calm, Confident & In Control: Training for a cooperative veterinary visit behaviour series
Wet-lab: Cooperative Care Training
Speaker: Jessica Benoit, RVT, VTS (Behaviour), KPA, CTP, CPDT-KA, Fear-free certified speaker
Facilitators: Shelby Mildenberger, RVT, KPA, CTP, Elite Fear Free Certified, Low Stress Handling Certified,
Janna Stachniak, RVT, Fear Free Certified (veterinary, trainer) & Christy Chow, RVT, Elite Fear Free Certified
Description: Attendees will spend time with RVTs/dog trainers with a variety of live dogs and cats on the following behaviours and concepts: targeting & stationing (nose/paw), chin rest, predictor cues, desensitizing & counter-conditioning to equipment.
Date: Sunday, April 14, 2024
Time: 9:30 am – 11 am & 12 – 1:30 pm
Fees:
EASAV/CAVM DVM Members: $260.00 Other DVMs: $320
EASAV AHT Members: $240.00 Other AHTs/unregistered staff: $260.00
Sponsored by: Royal Canin
Registrations: To register for this event and for more information, go to easav.ca.
To make credit card payments, all registrants must create a profile on the EASAV website, then register and pay for the CE online.
Questions? Contact Smokey Walters at info@easav.ca or call (780)970-3728
April 17, 7-8 p.m.: link: Launch Meeting - Zoom, join by phone: (CA), +1 647-374-4685
Meeting ID: 624 1529 7015
Financial wellness is a crucial aspect of overall wellbeing, yet it often remains a neglected topic in our daily conversations. In this Wellness Wisdom video, Dr. Marie Holowaychuk sits down with Jillian Carr, a seasoned Financial Education Specialist dedicated to serving the veterinary community. Together, they delve into the latest research on how debt and financial advice impact veterinary wellbeing, offering practical tips on finding the right financial advisor, building savings, managing debt, and safeguarding against fraud.
With a background in competitive show jumping and a passion for financial planning, Jillian Carr brings a unique perspective to her work with veterinarians, RVTs, and specialists through her company, Steady Gait Planning.
With a background in competitive show jumping and a passion for financial planning, Jillian Carr brings a unique perspective to her work with veterinarians, RVTs, and specialists through her company, Steady Gait Planning.
April 23, 12-1 p.m.: link: Launch Meeting - Zoom, join by phone: (CA), +1 647-374-4685
Meeting ID: 64849303652