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Wed Feb 5/25 An update on Solensia and Librela, from social media to science. What to expect and how to use in clinical practice. (ZOOM)
Wed, Feb 5, 2025
 
Agenda: Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

Link to flyer

Description: 
This session will discuss clinical use of both Solensia and Librela including patient selection and implementation. We will use cases to highlight a team approach to OA management with an emphasis on anti-NGF mAb therapy, monitoring response to therapy and how and when to use as part of a multimodal pain management strategy. This lecture will be an evidence based approach to OA management for both cats and dogs and will highlight monitoring tools and recent literature to help guide therapy to get our patients moving and feeling better. 

2 CE credits approved by ABVMA & CVBC. SK & MB self-declare.

To register for the online live Zoom option: login first, then add to cart below. You can add multiple sessions to the shopping cart before checking out. *You must checkout and make the payment to complete your registration.

A Zoom link will be emailed to you within 48 hours. *Check your junk/spam folder if you can’t find it.

 

Email info@cavm.ab.ca if you require a username/password to log in. Please include your first/last name, title, personal email address, and the clinic/province you work at.


 
2.00 hrs CE credit
ABVMA approved
CVBC approved
 
Seating is limited to 500 (51 places are currently available)
 
Please register before Feb 4  
 

Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

7-9pm Mountain Time 

Please join the Zoom session at least 10 minutes early. Ensure your microphone is muted and camera is off. 

This session WILL be recorded and available for on-demand viewing for a limited time. If viewing the recording, a short quiz must be completed to get the CE credits. You must get 80% or higher on the quiz to pass. 

Please do not register here for the recordingAn email and registration instructions will be sent out once the recording and quiz are available.
 
  • Non-Member - $25.00
  • Office Manager - free
  • Office Manager (Non-Member) - $25.00
  • Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians - free
  • Retired - free
  • RVT - free
  • Support Staff - free
  • Vet Student - free
  • RVT Student - free
  • Intern - free
  • Member - free
  • Executive - free
(5% GST will be added)  
  • Zoetis
 
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Sun Feb 9/25 Updates in Neurology - Day 2 of 2 (ZOOM)
Sun, Feb 9, 2025
 
Agenda: Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

*Originally on Jan 19/25, this event was rescheduled due to speaker illness.

Link to flyer

Topics: Day 2 of 2 (Sun Jan 19/25) Sun Feb 9/25
  • Neurologic diseases in French Bulldogs: an overview of the most common neurologic diseases affecting this popular breed. 
  • Conservative management of the "down dog":  an overview of neurologic status, prognosis, treatment options, and client preparation: managing expectations when referral is declined/not possible and a definitive diagnosis isn't reached. 
  • Common misconceptions in veterinary neurology: a discussion addressing common questions or misconceptions/myths that come up in consultation or referrals.

3 CE credits approved by ABVMA & CVBC. SK & MB self-declare.

To register for the online live Zoom option: login first, then add to cart below. You can add multiple sessions to the shopping cart before checking out. *You must checkout and make the payment to complete your registration.

A Zoom link will be emailed to you within 48 hours. *Check your junk/spam folder if you can’t find it.

 

Email info@cavm.ab.ca if you require a username/password to log in. Please include your first/last name, title, personal email address, and the clinic/province you work at.


 
3.00 hrs CE credit
ABVMA approved
CVBC approved
 
Seating is limited to 500 (382 places are currently available)
 
Please register before Feb 8

If you plan to attend, please login for online registration and payment - or notify the CAVM Administrator by email.

 
 

Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

8:30am-12pm Mountain Time

Please join the Zoom session at least 10 minutes early. Ensure your microphone is muted and camera is off. 

This session WILL be recorded and available for on-demand viewing for a limited time. If viewing the recording, a short quiz must be completed to get the CE credits. You must get 80% or higher on the quiz to pass. 

Please do not register here for the recordingAn email and registration instructions will be sent out once the recording and quiz are available.
 
  • Non-Member - $50.00
  • Office Manager - $25.00
  • Office Manager (Non-Member) - $50.00
  • Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians - $25.00
  • Retired - $25.00
  • RVT - $25.00
  • Support Staff - $25.00
  • Vet Student - free
  • RVT Student - free
  • Intern - free
  • Member - $25.00
  • Executive - free
(5% GST will be added)  
  • MNP & Paramount 24 Hr Animal Hospital
 
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Wed Mar 12/25 Updates in Cardiology (ZOOM)
Wed, Mar 12, 2025
 
Agenda: Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

Link to flyer

Topics:

New therapies in feline cardiology: rapamycin, rivaroxaban, and pimobendan in cats.
The last few years have brought several attractive and important new treatment options for cats with heart disease. As with any emerging therapies, knowing the advantages and drawbacks, the ideal applications in various patients, and the role of these options compared to established therapies is essential for using them well. This seminar will review these practical aspects.

General anesthesia of dogs and cats with heart disease.
Cardiac disease increases anesthetic risk, and yet most dogs and cats with heart disease can be anesthetized and recovered safely. This seminar will review methods to manage patients with heart disease when they need to be anesthetized.

2 CE credits approved by ABVMA & CVBC. SK & MB self-declare.

To register for the online live Zoom option: login first, then add to cart below. You can add multiple sessions to the shopping cart before checking out. *You must checkout and make the payment to complete your registration.

A Zoom link will be emailed to you within 48 hours. *Check your junk/spam folder if you can’t find it.

 

Email info@cavm.ab.ca if you require a username/password to log in. Please include your first/last name, title, personal email address, and the clinic/province you work at.


 
2.00 hrs CE credit
ABVMA approved
CVBC approved
 
Seating is limited to 500 (350 places are currently available)
 
Please register before Mar 11

If you plan to attend, please login for online registration and payment - or notify the CAVM Administrator by email.

 
  • Dr. Étienne Côté, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology, Small Animal Internal Medicine) Associate Professor 3M National Teaching Fellow Department of Companion Animals Atlantic Veterinary College University of Prince Edward Island
 

Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

7-9pm Mountain Time 

Please join the Zoom session at least 10 minutes early. Ensure your microphone is muted and camera is off. 

This session WILL be recorded and available for on-demand viewing for a limited time. If viewing the recording, a short quiz must be completed to get the CE credits. You must get 80% or higher on the quiz to pass. 

Please do not register here for the recordingAn email and registration instructions will be sent out once the recording and quiz are available.
 
  • Non-Member - $25.00
  • Office Manager - free
  • Office Manager (Non-Member) - $25.00
  • Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians - free
  • Retired - free
  • RVT - free
  • Support Staff - free
  • Vet Student - free
  • RVT Student - free
  • Intern - free
  • Member - free
  • Executive - free
(5% GST will be added)  
  • Purina
 
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Sun Mar 23/25 Following the Pet Care Pathway through Anesthesia and Dentistry: Case Scenarios - Day 1 of 2 (ZOOM)
Sun, Mar 23, 2025
 
Agenda: Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

Link to flyer

Description:
Interactive discussion regarding the anesthetic planning and treatment of common dental diseases in patients with systemic comorbidities. We will discuss each step of the pet care pathway including consultation with the client, preanesthetic preparation, creating a treatment plan using the dental chart and dental radiographs, trouble-shooting common anesthetic complications, and anesthetic recovery. 
Day 1 of 2 - Case Scenario: Toy breed dog with periodontal disease and degenerative valve disease.

Day 2 of 2 is on Mar 30/25


3 CE credits approved by ABVMA & CVBC. SK & MB self-declare.

To register for the online live Zoom option: login first, then add to cart below. You can add multiple sessions to the shopping cart before checking out. *You must checkout and make the payment to complete your registration.

A Zoom link will be emailed to you within 48 hours. *Check your junk/spam folder if you can’t find it.

 

Email info@cavm.ab.ca if you require a username/password to log in. Please include your first/last name, title, personal email address, and the clinic/province you work at.


 
3.00 hrs CE credit
ABVMA approved
CVBC approved
 
Seating is limited to 500 (462 places are currently available)
 
Please register before Mar 22

If you plan to attend, please login for online registration and payment - or notify the CAVM Administrator by email.

 
  • Dr. Jessica Pang, BSc(Hons) DVM MVetSc, Clinical Instructor, Veterinary Anaesthesia Department of Veterinary Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences University of Calgary, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM)
  • Dr. Brittney Rigby, BSc, DVM, DAVDC, Board Certified Veterinary Dentist
 

Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

8:30am-12pm Mountain Time 

Please join the Zoom session at least 10 minutes early. Ensure your microphone is muted and camera is off. 

This session WILL be recorded and available for on-demand viewing for a limited time. If viewing the recording, a short quiz must be completed to get the CE credits. You must get 80% or higher on the quiz to pass. 

Please do not register here for the recordingAn email and registration instructions will be sent out once the recording and quiz are available.
 
  • Non-Member - $50.00
  • Office Manager - $25.00
  • Office Manager (Non-Member) - $50.00
  • Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians - $25.00
  • Retired - $25.00
  • RVT - $25.00
  • Support Staff - $25.00
  • Vet Student - free
  • RVT Student - free
  • Intern - free
  • Member - $25.00
  • Executive - free
(5% GST will be added)  
  • Dechra & Summit Veterinary Pharmacy
 
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Sun Mar 30/25 Following the Pet Care Pathway through Anesthesia and Dentistry: Case Scenarios - Day 2 of 2 (ZOOM)
Sun, Mar 30, 2025
 
Agenda: Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

Link to flyer

Description:
Interactive discussion regarding the anesthetic planning and treatment of common dental diseases in patients with systemic comorbidities. We will discuss each step of the pet care pathway including consultation with the client, preanesthetic preparation, creating a treatment plan using the dental chart and dental radiographs, trouble-shooting common anesthetic complications, and anesthetic recovery. 

Day 2 Case Scenario:  Feline with chronic kidney disease and tooth resorption.


3 CE credits approved by ABVMA & CVBC. SK & MB self-declare.

To register for the online live Zoom option: login first, then add to cart below. You can add multiple sessions to the shopping cart before checking out. *You must checkout and make the payment to complete your registration.

A Zoom link will be emailed to you within 48 hours. *Check your junk/spam folder if you can’t find it.

 

Email info@cavm.ab.ca if you require a username/password to log in. Please include your first/last name, title, personal email address, and the clinic/province you work at.


 
3.00 hrs CE credit
ABVMA approved
CVBC approved
 
Seating is limited to 500 (461 places are currently available)
 
Please register before Mar 29

If you plan to attend, please login for online registration and payment - or notify the CAVM Administrator by email.

 
  • Dr. Jessica Pang, BSc(Hons) DVM MVetSc, Clinical Instructor, Veterinary Anaesthesia Department of Veterinary Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences University of Calgary, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (UCVM)
  • Dr. Brittney Rigby, BSc, DVM, DAVDC, Board Certified Veterinary Dentist
 

Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

8:30am-12pm Mountain Time 

Please join the Zoom session at least 10 minutes early. Ensure your microphone is muted and camera is off. 

This session WILL be recorded and available for on-demand viewing for a limited time. If viewing the recording, a short quiz must be completed to get the CE credits. You must get 80% or higher on the quiz to pass. 

Please do not register here for the recordingAn email and registration instructions will be sent out once the recording and quiz are available.
 
  • Non-Member - $50.00
  • Office Manager - $25.00
  • Office Manager (Non-Member) - $50.00
  • Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians - $25.00
  • Retired - $25.00
  • RVT - $25.00
  • Support Staff - $25.00
  • Vet Student - free
  • RVT Student - free
  • Intern - free
  • Member - $25.00
  • Executive - free
(5% GST will be added)  
  • Dechra & Summit Veterinary Pharmacy
 
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Sun Apr 6/25 Extraction of the Maxillary Fourth Premolar and Molars in Dogs (ZOOM)
Sun, Apr 6, 2025
 
Agenda: Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

Link to flyer

PRE-REQUISITE FOR WET LAB but anyone can attend.

Description:

This 2-hour lecture will provide an in-depth review of the gross and radiographic anatomy of the maxillary fourth premolar and molars in dogs. We will review how to identify common pathology associated with these teeth including abnormal dental chart findings and radiographic abnormalities. We will discuss important tips for administration of regional nerve blocks to provide appropriate analgesia various surgical approaches for these teeth including surgical and non-surgical extractions, open root-planning, and closure techniques. This lecture is a required pre-requisite to attend the subsequent wet-lab.

2 CE credits approved by ABVMA & CVBC. SK & MB self-declare.

To register for the online live Zoom option: login first, then add to cart below. You can add multiple sessions to the shopping cart before checking out. *You must checkout and make the payment to complete your registration.

A Zoom link will be emailed to you within 48 hours. *Check your junk/spam folder if you can’t find it.

 

Email info@cavm.ab.ca if you require a username/password to log in. Please include your first/last name, title, personal email address, and the clinic/province you work at.


 
2.00 hrs CE credit
ABVMA approved
CVBC approved
 
Seating is limited to 500 (467 places are currently available)
 
Please register before Apr 5

If you plan to attend, please login for online registration and payment - or notify the CAVM Administrator by email.

 
 

Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

9:00am - 11:00am Mountain Time 

Please join the Zoom session at least 10 minutes early. Ensure your microphone is muted and camera is off. 

This session WILL be recorded and available for on-demand viewing for a limited time. If viewing the recording, a short quiz must be completed to get the CE credits. You must get 80% or higher on the quiz to pass. 

Please do not register here for the recordingAn email and registration instructions will be sent out once the recording and quiz are available.
 
  • Non-Member - $40.00
  • Office Manager - $20.00
  • Office Manager (Non-Member) - $40.00
  • Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians - $20.00
  • Retired - $20.00
  • RVT - $20.00
  • Support Staff - $20.00
  • Vet Student - free
  • RVT Student - free
  • Intern - free
  • Member - $20.00
  • Executive - free
(5% GST will be added)  
  • Hill's
 
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Sun Apr 27/25 Dentistry WET LAB Extraction of the Maxillary Fourth Premolar and Molars in Dogs
Sun, Apr 27, 2025
 
Agenda: IN-PERSON DENTISTRY WET LAB 

The lecture on Sun Apr 6/25 is a pre-requisite for this wet lab.

CAVM Members (vets) will get priority registration. If there are any spots left it will open to EASAV vet members and non-member vets.

You can not register through the website for this wet lab. Please email us at info@cavm.ab.ca to register and indiciate if you prefer the AM or PM group, or if you could do either.

Link to flyer

Description:

Hands-on application of the surgical techniques discussed during the lecture including practice of surgical and non-surgical extraction of the maxillary fourth premolar and molars in a canine cadaver specimen. During the lab we will be able to cater to a wide range of skill levels from beginner practitioners trying to nail down the basics of dental extractions to skilled practitioners aiming to improve their speed and reduce patient morbidity.

4 CE credits approved by ABVMA & CVBC. SK & MB self-declare.

The cancellation deadline for a full refund is Apr 1, 2025.
After April 1, 2025 there are NO refunds unless we have a wait list or you can find someone to take your spot.



 
4.00 hrs CE credit
ABVMA approved
CVBC approved
 
Seating is limited to 24 (4 places are currently available)
 
Please register before Apr 1

If you plan to attend, please login for online registration and payment - or notify the CAVM Administrator by email.

 
  Clinical Skills Building, UCVM Spy Hill Campus

11877 85 St NW, Calgary, AB T3R 1J3

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AM Group Schedule: 7:30am-8am breakfast/registration/sign waivers. 8am-12:15pm wet lab (+ one coffee break).

PM Group Schedule: 12:30pm-1pm lunch/registration/sign waivers. 1pm-5:15pm wet lab (+ one coffee break).  
  • Non-Member - $500.00
  • Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians - $400.00
  • Member - $400.00
(5% GST will be added)  
  • Serona Animal Health & Virbac
 
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Wed May 7/25 Hold your horses! Eye opening tales from equine ophthalmology. (ZOOM)
Wed, May 7, 2025
 
Agenda: Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

Link to flyer

Topics:

Eye Say Goodbye: The Ins and Outs of Enucleation: Discussion of enucleation for the equine practitioner with tips and tricks for a more successful intra-operative and post-operative outcome. 

Equine Recurrent Uveitis: In depth discussion of ERU, complications, treatment options, and client education.

2 CE/CPD credits approved by ABVMA & CVBC. SK & MB self-declare.

To register for the online live Zoom option: login first, then add to cart below. You can add multiple sessions to the shopping cart before checking out. *You must checkout and make the payment to complete your registration.

A Zoom link will be emailed to you within 48 hours. *Check your junk/spam folder if you can’t find it.

 

Email info@cavm.ab.ca if you require a username/password to log in. Please include your first/last name, title, personal email address, and the clinic/province you work at.


 
2.00 hrs CE credit
ABVMA approved
CVBC approved
 
Seating is limited to 500 (497 places are currently available)
 
Please register before May 6

If you plan to attend, please login for online registration and payment - or notify the CAVM Administrator by email.

 
 

Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

7-9pm Mountain Time 

Please join the Zoom session at least 10 minutes early. Ensure your microphone is muted and camera is off. 

This session WILL be recorded and available for on-demand viewing for a limited time. If viewing the recording, a short quiz must be completed to get the CE credits. You must get 80% or higher on the quiz to pass. 

Please do not register here for the recordingAn email and registration instructions will be sent out once the recording and quiz are available.
 
  • Non-Member - $25.00
  • Office Manager - free
  • Office Manager (Non-Member) - $25.00
  • Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians - free
  • Retired - free
  • RVT - free
  • Support Staff - free
  • Vet Student - free
  • RVT Student - free
  • Intern - free
  • Member - free
  • Executive - free
(5% GST will be added)  
  • Eickemeyer & Summit Veterinary Pharmacy
 
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Wed May 14/25 How to get the best from your Teleradiologist (ZOOM)
Wed, May 14, 2025
 
Agenda: Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

Link to flyer

Description:

Good communication between the primary clinician and radiologist is vital for high quality, accurate, and nuanced study interpretation for ensuring optimal patient care. 
The aim of this talk is to provide deeper insight into the teleradiology partnership, and focus on key aspects that enhance that relationship from study design to report expectations.  


2 CE credits approved by ABVMA & CVBC. SK & MB self-declare.

To register for the online live Zoom option: login first, then add to cart below. You can add multiple sessions to the shopping cart before checking out. *You must checkout and make the payment to complete your registration.

A Zoom link will be emailed to you within 48 hours. *Check your junk/spam folder if you can’t find it.

 

Email info@cavm.ab.ca if you require a username/password to log in. Please include your first/last name, title, personal email address, and the clinic/province you work at.


 
2.00 hrs CE credit
ABVMA approved
CVBC approved
 
Seating is limited to 500 (493 places are currently available)
 
Please register before May 13

If you plan to attend, please login for online registration and payment - or notify the CAVM Administrator by email.

 
  • Dr. Tim Spotswood, BVSc, MMedVet (DiagIm), Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging
 

Online live via. Zoom only (no in-person option but will be recorded)

7-9pm Mountain Time 

Please join the Zoom session at least 10 minutes early. Ensure your microphone is muted and camera is off. 

This session WILL be recorded and available for on-demand viewing for a limited time. If viewing the recording, a short quiz must be completed to get the CE credits. You must get 80% or higher on the quiz to pass. 

Please do not register here for the recordingAn email and registration instructions will be sent out once the recording and quiz are available.
 
  • Non-Member - $25.00
  • Sponsor - free
  • Office Manager - free
  • Office Manager (Non-Member) - $25.00
  • Edmonton Association of Small Animal Veterinarians - free
  • Retired - free
  • RVT - free
  • Support Staff - free
  • Vet Student - free
  • RVT Student - free
  • Intern - free
  • Member - free
  • Executive - free
(5% GST will be added)  
  • Antech