Continuing Education

Pre-existing respiratory compromise and some conditions like the brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome can make airway management challenging in small animal anaesthesia. Increased vigilance following premedication and after tracheal extubation is required.  The first module aims to provide practitioners with the information needed to optimise preparation, equipment, time line and sequence of events during induction of anaesthesia and recovery in those cases. The second module focuses on anaesthetic safety of brachycephalic dogs and on the measures that can be implemented to reduce their risk of death.

There are numerous myths surrounding canine aggression. Many veterinarians do not feel confident providing advice to owners about an aggressive dog. Without appropriate advice, owners may seek help from the internet or other sources that may be unreliable or not evidence based. As a result, animal welfare can be severely compromised, and human and animal safety can be at risk.

Rabbits and rodents are becoming increasingly common pets in today’s society. These patients have a profound, innate ability to mask signs of disease. The consequence of this is that they frequently present in a critical condition and require emergency care. This ability to hide clinical illness, combined with their small size and susceptibility to significant stress, can make them challenging creatures to treat.   This course aims to introduce the veterinary clinician to the principles of assessment, triage and stabilisation of rabbit and rodent emergencies. The first module outlines physical exam and diagnostic testing in critical patients. The second module discusses clinical consequences encountered in critical patients and their appropriate management.   The ultimate goal of this course is to improve the knowledge and confidence of veterinarians when faced with rabbit and rodent emergencies and empower them to provide a higher level of care to these species.

Historically, domesticated ferrets were predominantly kept for hunting rabbits and rodents. Ferret ownership has changed considerably since their early days of domestication. Now, many households keep ferrets as much-loved pets and are considered cherished members of the family. With ferret ownership continuing to grow, this rising popularity and perceived value has naturally driven an increase in clients seeking high standards of veterinary care for these animals. As such, it is important for veterinarians to understand how to examine and provide care for ferrets and to be familiar with the common conditions encountered in ferrets, including diagnosis and management of such conditions.

Are you over-referring? Complete this course to improve your confidence in dealing with those tricky neurological cases that are often referred to a specialist. Neurological cases are probably some of the scariest to deal with and quickest to get referred. This course aims to demystify the process of localisation and help you gain the confidence to workup these often-tricky cases. Starting with the basics of clinical neurology and an introduction to neuroanatomical localization, the aim is for you to develop a logical stepwise approach to neurological presentations. Each module will deal with a major clinical presentation such as seizures, paralysis and head tilt, taking from the responsible anatomy, through the neurological exam and differentials to the work up and management using video footage where applicable. Your learning will be enhanced by videos, photos and diagrams and expert feedback as you refine the skills to diagnose and manage common brain, spinal and neuromuscular diseases and adopt practical tips to apply in general practice.

Behaviour problem or problem behaviour? Learn to differentiate and maximise treatment success. Improve your ability to help your clients better understand their pets’ behaviour and learn to best manage anxiety, aggression and other common behavioural problems. Discover the latest updates in behavioural pharmacology – the when, why, how and which of psychotropic medications. A knowledge of behaviour is integral in maximising patient welfare. A positive experience in your practice for both patient and client will enhance satisfaction for pet, vet and the owner!

Make the most of in-house clinical pathology and achieve accurate, rapid diagnoses. Do you want to maximise the benefits of your bench-top analyser and in-house pathology? Achieve rapid, cost-effective diagnoses with increased confidence? Ensure that your bench-top analyser is providing accurate information? This course will expand and refine your diagnostic skills across a range of modalities including biochemistry, haematology, acid-base balance, urinalysis, endocrinology, blood smear evaluation, urine sediment evaluation and cytology. You will be guided through a range of practical techniques that will grow your confidence and ensure you are getting the best out of your in-house machines, as well as from external pathology services.

Develop your capacity to treat small animal emergency and critical care cases confidently and maximise your patient outcomes. This course aims to develop your practical skills and techniques for the treatment and monitoring of critically ill animals. Triage, fluid therapy, analgesia, acute abdomen, respiratory distress and multisystem trauma are all covered with an emphasis on case-based problem solving.

Three enthusiastic and knowledgeable tutors guide you through 10 modules designed to increase your confidence in your ability to diagnose and treat your small animal patients.

Develop your ability and confidence to investigate, diagnose and manage your ocular cases, every single time and know when you should be recommending referral. Learn the fundamentals of a thorough ocular exam from the front to the back of the eye. Case-based learning will increase your confidence in handling ophthalmology in general, equine, or small animal practice

Unlike heart disease, chronic renal insufficiency and arthritis, cancer is potentially curable. Advances in chemotherapy and other treatment options have increased the options for palliative care, so that animals can have a prolonged life rather than a prolonged death. This course provides an overview of cancer biology, common chemotherapeutics, other therapies including surgery and radiation, paraneoplastic syndromes, lymphoma, sarcomas, round cell tumours and the complete approach to the cancer patient. Develop the skills to obtain a tissue diagnosis without compromising the patient, tailor  treatment plans for patients with co-morbidities and curate comprehensive palliative care protocols where the emphasis is on quality of life. Know that you are offering your patients – and their people – the most contemporary options and maximising the patient’s welfare.

Rabbit Anaesthesia: where everyone holds their breath waiting for it to be over - including the patient. Rabbits have a higher reported anaesthetic mortality rate than dogs and cats. There are a number of factors that influence this, including differences in behaviour, anatomy and physiology that need to be appreciated to prepare for a safe and successful anaesthetic in this species. They may also have underlying disease processes, that are undetected, as prey species are excellent at masking signs of illness. The aim of this webinar with Megan Walmsley is to arm nurses with the knowledge and skills to address some of the challenges in rabbit anaesthesia and the confidence to advocate for these patients.

Looking to put that spark back into your relationship with veterinary imaging? Join Xander—a boarded radiologist —as he takes you on a recap journey of radiology using practical examples, interactive cases and a heck of a lot of passion! You'll have a new-found love for radiology and everything that it can contribute to your clinical workups! This webinar will ignite your joy in interpreting radiographs... but beware, you might find yourself signing up for a CVE Distance Education course

Dentistry is a significant part of companion animal practice – and it’s becoming more so. Do you have the skills to confidently approach the surgical management of dental disease? Can you perform the procedures needed with efficiency whilst minimising complications to your patient? This is your opportunity to be mentored by leaders in the field and be individually guided on techniques and tips that will make your life much easier – and improve your clinical outcomes! Tony Caiafa is recognised as a leader with a capacity to empower vets with the skills they need in daily practice; he will be assisted by Kayo Kuroda, also a passionate educator. Take the distress out of dentals for both you and your patient – this 2-day workshop is essential for any small animal clinician.

Rabbit Anaesthesia: where everyone holds their breath waiting for it to be over - including the patient. Rabbits have a higher reported anaesthetic mortality rate than dogs and cats. There are a number of factors that influence this, including differences in behaviour, anatomy and physiology that need to be appreciated to prepare for a safe and successful anaesthetic in this species. They may also have underlying disease processes, that are undetected, as prey species are excellent at masking signs of illness. The aim of this webinar with Megan Walmsley is to arm nurses with the knowledge and skills to address some of the challenges in rabbit anaesthesia and the confidence to advocate for these patients.

Cushing's, acromegaly, central hypothyroidism, and everything in between—this webinar has it all. Delve into the endocrine intricacies of the pituitary gland, with a focus on its crucial hormone production, the implications of its dysfunction, and the therapeutic strategies that can make a real difference in your practice.

Rabbit Anaesthesia: where everyone holds their breath waiting for it to be over - including the patient. Rabbits have a higher reported anaesthetic mortality rate than dogs and cats. There are a number of factors that influence this, including differences in behaviour, anatomy and physiology that need to be appreciated to prepare for a safe and successful anaesthetic in this species. They may also have underlying disease processes, that are undetected, as prey species are excellent at masking signs of illness. The aim of this webinar with Megan Walmsley is to arm nurses with the knowledge and skills to address some of the challenges in rabbit anaesthesia and the confidence to advocate for these patients.

As veterinary professionals, we pride ourselves on being scientists, but are we truly sceptical in our approach to our painful patients, or are we so desperate to find the Holy Grail—a powerful treatment with no side-effects—that we view the published literature through rose-tinted glasses? While leading pain clinics like the Mayo Clinic prioritise non-pharmacological approaches, veterinary medicine has not followed suit. Instead, prescription drugs and supplements almost always dominate treatment plans. Bizarrely, this polypharmacy approach is seemingly celebrated within the veterinary profession, while therapies which take centre stage in human healthcare, namely a healthy diet, physical therapy and lifestyle management, are routinely devalued. In this presentation, join Dr. Mike Farrell—a passionate orthopaedic clinician—as he reviews the evidence for and against veterinary joint supplements. These are some of the questions we’ll answer: - How much difference does weight loss make? - How do we spot hyped claims?- What advice should we offer our clients about joint supplements?

Every pet deserves a diet that's not only complete and balanced but also customised to their unique lifestyle and health requirements. The right diet should deliver optimal nutrition – the perfect balance of energy and nutrients – in a way that promotes peak well-being. For veterinary professionals, the cornerstone of creating such tailored feeding plans is a comprehensive nutritional assessment. Our ABC of Nutritional Assessment WebinarPLUS focuses on the practicalities of conducting detailed nutritional assessments for dogs and cats. You'll learn the ins and outs of evaluating pet diets, how to decode the findings, and, crucially, how to weave this knowledge seamlessly into your day-to-day clinic operations. Join Cecilia Villaverde, a renowned authority in veterinary nutrition, and elevate your practice with the expertise that will change the lives of pets under your care.

Develop a logical, problem-based approach to infectious skin cases. Skin problems are among the most common reasons for presentation in everyday practice. The CVE Dermatology Distance Education program is a modular course that aims to provide you with the practical skills necessary to work-up and resolve these often recurrent cases with minimal frustration for both owner and clinician.  The Infectious Skin Diseases course has a broad content list, ranging from bacterial infections and mycoses to ectoparasites not typically associated with pruritus (such as demodicosis). It also covers all aspects of otitis externa and media including pathophysiology, diagnostics, medical management and surgical interventions.  Professor Mueller is regarded as one of the world’s leaders in both demodicosis and otitis and leads this course. The introductory module will cover the general approach to a dermatology patient. It also features practical work with microscopy and skin biopsy sampling conducted on-line and covers the key steps in the approach to nodules. While much of the emphasis is on developing a logical approach to case management, this course reviews the latest information available on a wide range of conditions and presents the latest evidence-based treatment options available. Ultimately, having more confidence in your abilities to manage skin patients will lead to higher job satisfaction and improve patient outcomes.

Master backyard poultry care with our expert-led online course.  Elevate your veterinary skills with our comprehensive Backyard Poultry course, curated by the esteemed Dr. Bob Doneley. This course empowers veterinarians with in-depth knowledge in pet chicken medicine, tackling infectious diseases, anaesthesia, and surgery.  As the number of backyard chickens presenting at veterinary clinics continues to rise, gain the confidence to manage these cases effectively. We cover everything from introductory care to complex disease treatment, ensuring you're equipped for the demands of modern avian medicine.  Veterinary nurses passionate about poultry care are welcome to enrol. While the course is designed with veterinarians in mind, it presents a valuable learning opportunity for nurses ready to deepen their avian expertise.  Ready to become a go-to expert in backyard poultry? Join us and bring advanced poultry care to your practice.

In this course, participants will apply their foundational knowledge in anaesthesia to planning and administering anaesthesia and analgesia in patients presenting with comorbidities such as impaired renal and cardiac function, diabetes, as well as patients presenting with conditions requiring emergency surgery. Learners will be encouraged to utilize a problem-based approach to create individualized protocols that reduce complications and improve outcomes. Prerequisite: participants are assumed to have a sound knowledge of anaesthesia foundational principles (including drug physiology and anaesthesia equipment).

Beyond broken bones - Increase your diagnostic accuracy and confidence. This comprehensive course will take your understanding of musculoskeletal imaging and pathology to a new level. Learn to refine the quality of your digital images and enhance your interpretation of radiographs of the appendicular and axial skeleton and joints.

Delve into the evolving world of hyperadrenocorticism with our expert-led online course. This condition, known as Cushing's disease, may not be new, but the wealth of fresh insights emerging in its presentation, diagnosis, and treatment continues to expand our understanding. Led by Dr Luke Johnston, an expert in the intricacies of endocrine disorders, this course is designed to bring you up to speed with the latest advancements in managing Cushing's disease. As you progress, you'll become the resident expert in diagnosing and treating this condition in both dogs and cats within your veterinary clinic. This course offers a deep understanding of a complex disease, bolstering your confidence and competence in managing Cushing's cases with the latest evidence-based approaches.

Delivered in partnership with The University of Florida, and expertly guided by renowned forensic entomologist Jason H. Byrd and forensic biologist Susan Underkoffler, this illuminating course is tailored to introduce you to the critical aspects of non-accidental injury in animals – a subject demanding attention and expertise. Whether you're a veterinarian, a veterinary nurse, an animal welfare officer, or someone passionate about animal rights, this course will equip you with the knowledge and practical skills to identify and document the disturbing yet crucial evidence of animal abuse and neglect.