Webinar Archive

Anaesthesia is a vital tool in small animal practice to facilitate diagnostic, corrective and curative procedures. Principles of appropriate drug choices and techniques are paramount to reduce peri-anaesthetic complications. But how do we come to make these choices? Pre-anaesthetic assessment of the individual patient in respect to signalment, disease status and procedure is invaluable in making these decisions. Pertinent history, and thorough physical examinations are the cornerstone to guide further relevant testing. Risk assessments and the factors that influence these risks, need to be identified and remedied where possible, prior to anaesthesia. Diagnostic testing with respect to blood work, electrocardiograms, and imaging are point of care tools which can add significant information to assist in our quest for the most appropriate peri-anaesthetic plan.

Euthanasia is going through an evolution.  It is changing for the better; techniques, protocols, pricing, and attitudes. Patients deserve the best, clients demand the best, and our veterinary teams want to deliver it.  We will explore new trends in hospital euthanasia experiences, reinforce those oldie but goodie protocols, and even dive into the new concept of dysthanasia. Led by Dr. Kathleen Cooney, founder and director of education for the Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy, this webinar will become the spark to modernize your euthanasia appointments.

Der Vortrag mit kardiologischem Schwerpunkt geht auf die unterschiedlichen Indikationen der gängigen veterinärmedizinisch eingesetzten Diuretika ein, beschreibt pathophysiologische Mechanismen und gibt klare Empfehlungen für den klinischen Alltag.

Im Fokus des Vortrages steht die Dosierung von Torasemid (Hund) im klinischen Alltag:
Wie steige ich mit Torasemid bei einem erstkongestiven Hund ein? Wie finde ich eine adäquate Dosierung bei einem mit Furosemid vorbehandelten Hund? Welche Unterschiede und Besonderheiten gibt es auf Molekülebene - was macht Torasemid zum besseren Schleifendiuretikum?

So you have a diagnosis of lymphoma in your small animal patient. What next?  Classification of lymphoma is increasingly important for both prognostic and therapeutic decision making. This webinar will discuss diagnostic options to optimise the diagnostic process in your patient.  Modalities discussed will include immunocytochemistry, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry and PARR. 

The experience of stress is a personal one, and no two people will experience situations the same way. An event at work that could be considered a major stressful event for one nurse, may be seen by others as energising and challenging. 
This webinar will explore evidence-based practices for developing resilience, and subsequently, greater wellbeing as a veterinary nurse. Topics include:
•    Developing emotional insight, and self-awareness skills
•    Personal resilience-building and wellbeing practices
•    Practical strategies for handling difficult situations at work 

Welche Information erhalten wir durch veränderte Leberwerte (Leberenzyme und Funktionsparameter) bei Hund und Katze? Eine Präsentation anhand von Fallbeispielen.

Allgemeine Empfehlungen und Wissenswertes zur Leberdiät

Definition, Stabilisierung, Aufarbeitung, Diagnostik und Fallbeispiele

In this lecture, Charles will be presenting a systematic approach to the abdominal exploration in dogs and cats, concentrating on indications, what to look for when you’re in the abdomen and what to do when you find abnormalities. He will also discuss biopsy techniques and some tricks for intestinal resection and anastomosis.

Emerging diseases gewinnen durch den Import von Tieren aus dem Ausland, zunehmendem Reiseverkehr sowie durch die Veränderung klimatischer Bedingungen an Bedeutung. Schritt für Schritt wird die herausfordernde Diagnostik verschiedener Erreger bei Hund und Katze aufgearbeitet.

Numerous research has shown shift workers are prone to various chronic health complaints including gastrointestinal complaints, obesity, insulin resistance, cardiovascular disease, mental health disorders, depleted immune systems – to name a few.  This stems largely from ongoing sleep deprivation and disruption to the sleep/wake cycle, along with subsequent misalignment of biological circadian rhythms which often induces fatigue, leading to poor dietary and lifestyle habits.
In this webinar, Audra Starkey will explore:
-    Why sleep prioritization is critical for anyone working 24/7
-    Strategies to support the parasympathetic nervous system to encourage better sleep
-    The influence of chrononutrition in the management of shift work wellness
-    Shift work nutrition – eating to support more energy, better digestive health and weight regulation

Ces dernières semaines, la pandémie de Covid 19 a révélé que l’anésthesie vétérinaire nécessite elle aussi une certaine flexibilité. En effet, les médicaments nécessaires à la médecine des petits animaux sont dans certains cas plus touchés par les difficultés de livraison que ne le sont ceux destinés à la médecine humaine. Ce webinaire abordera en ce sens les alternatives à l'anesthésie générale. En plus des informations sur la gestion d‘une anesthésie sécurisée, les différents médicaments qui y sont liés, ainsi que leurs avantages et inconvénients dans l'utilisation quotidienne seront discutés.

We as veterinarians are becoming more and more aware of the impact that a veterinary visit can have on the mental and emotional health of our patients. Cats seem to be particularly affected by leaving their known environments and entering into a new environment that can hold a multitude of unknown and unpleasant stressors. Imagine how heightened the perception of these stressors may be in an emergency or critical care setting. In this webinar, we will look at why it is so important to manage feline stress in the above mentioned settings and discuss easy to implement and practical strategies for the hospital, emergency room and critical care environment in order to improve recovery and outcome as well as create a safer and more pleasurable workplace for the veterinary team.

Welche Ursachen für Durchfallerkrankungen betreffen hauptsächlich Hunde- und Katzenwelpen und was ist insbesondere bei diesen jungen Patienten zu beachten? Eine Präsentation anhand von Fallbeispielen.

Durchfall bei Hunde und Katzenwelpen: diätetische Lösungsansätze

​Evaluation of CSF is an important diagnostic tool for assessment of patients displaying neurological abnormalities. Basic cytological evaluation of CSF includes determination of the total and differential leukocyte counts and protein concentration. In addition, other cytological abnormalities including atypical or neoplastic cells, infectious agents or evidence of haemorrhage may be identified. Pre-analytic variables, clinical signs and species variations must be taken into consideration when interpreting cytological findings. Characterising the type of inflammatory response can help to clarify the underlying pathological processes. Identification of infectious agents can be achieved using a number of methodologies and is a vital component of accurate diagnosis and treatment of neurological disease.

With increasing population of dogs being entire for longer, and the desire to treat medically rather than surgically performing an ovariohysterectomy, pyometra in small animal practice is becoming a commonly encountered problem. Here we review the medical and surgical options available for this disease.

Die regenerative Medizin birgt großes Potential, unterliegt aber noch ständigen dynamischen Entwicklungen. Das Webinar hilft die verschiedenen aktuell verfügbaren Therapeutika zu verstehen und zeigt neuere Entwicklungen auf.

Urinary tract disorders in cats is a truly multifactorial issue. Good history taking, including nutritional and behavioural, is required in order to give the best recommendations for the cat. Nutrition plays an important element of this, but it isn’t just about what the cat eats, but how the food is presented and feeding behaviours that impact on the cat. The webinar will look at nutrients in the diet and how these impact on cats with FLUTD, but also feeding behaviour. We will look at how we feed cats plays a much larger role in FLUTD, in how it influences stress levels and potential interactions with other cats in the household. We will also look at how obesity and weight loss diets effects cats with FLUTD.

Diseases affecting the eyelids are frequently encountered in small animal practice, affecting both dogs and cats. We will briefly consider the anatomy and function of the eyelids before looking in more detail at medical and surgical conditions. With the former it is important to remember that eyelid disease can sometimes be part of a generalised condition – such as atopy, or can be secondary to another eye disease – blepharitis as an extension from a bacterial conjunctivitis for example. Conditions such as entropion and ectropion might require surgical correction and we will see examples of these with tips for how to achieve the best outcome for the patient – the aim is always to restore normal function with minimal scarring. A correct diagnosis and meticulous attention to detail is required to attain this. Other common conditions such as eyelid tumours and distichiasis will be mentioned, and we will finish up with a few complications - and how to avoid them!

Anhand von Guidelines, Fact Sheets und Tools des ABCD werden die aktuellen Impfempfehlungen, Möglichkeiten zur Diagnostik von FeLV-Infektionen und der Wissensstand zu SARS-CoV-2 bei Katzen besprochen.

The veterinary profession has a high rate of burnout and suicide, to which many factors contribute. This webinar will look at what research has shown to be the top five factors affecting veterinary professionals, and what can be done about it. It will also address the importance of good nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, as well as why self-care should be a priority to try and combat the often negative side-effects of working within the veterinary industry.

Die Pharmakologie und erfolgreiche Anwendung von verschiedenen Lokalanästhetika (topisch, systemisch, Regionalanästhesie) wird erläutert.

Emerging diseases beim Kleintier sind Infektionserkrankungen, die unvermutet gehäuft auftreten. Gründe dafür sind ein vermehrter Import infizierter Tiere oder Vektoren, veränderte Klima- und Umweltveränderungen sowie die Endemisierung dieser Infektionen.

The epiphysis is located at either end of long bones and is evident within the fetus approximately four weeks post conception. During growth, the epiphysis is comprised of specialized cartilage, including articular epiphyseal cartilage (AEC) and growth plate epiphyseal cartilage (GEC), together accounting for longitudinal growth of long bones. In maturity, most of the epiphyseal cartilage is replaced with trabecular bone, encased in a thin shell of cortical bone with hyaline cartilage persisting at the joint surface. Epiphyseal pathology sustained during growth can have profound lifelong consequence. This webinar reviews common epiphyseal pathologies, including articular and growth plate osteochondrosis and epiphyseal trauma. A focus on diagnosis, treatment and expected outcomes with practical tips and tricks for use in your practice is presented.

In this webinar we will discuss the care of fire related injuries. A short overview of skin layers and degree of burn injuries will be discussed. We will cover triage and first aid of fire victims, respiratory emergencies such as smoke inhalation and carbon monoxide poisoning, wound management both acute and ongoing. The importance of nutrition and analgesia as well as shock and fluid therapy in these cases will also be discussed.

Ein zoonotischer Wurm, den man im Auge behalten muss.

Vektoren (Zecken, Stechmücken etc.) von Krankheiten bei Tier und Mensch sind bereits lange bekannt. Durch Globalisierung und Klimaerwärmung kann es zu einer Veränderung der Vektorenfauna bzw. der Erregerfauna kommen.

Die Verdauung unterstützen bei chronischem Durchfall. Lernen Sie das gastrointestinale Produktsortiment kennen.

Im Rahmen dieses Webinars lernen gastroenterologie-interessierte Teilnehmer anhand von Fallbeispielen Kleintierpatienten mit chronischen gastrointestinalen Symptomen diagnostisch aufzuarbeiten. Hierbei wird auf mögliche Differentialdiagnosen wie zum Beispiel Futtermittelallergie oder Inflammatory Bowel Disease eingegangen.

A patient's blood pressure gives the nursing team valuable information about patient perfusion, fluid balance, and disease status. Are you confident understanding what blood pressure readings mean? Are you comfortable both setting up and interpreting direct arterial blood pressure monitoring? How can you troubleshoot and treat both hyper and hypotension? Are you aware of the disease processes that can change blood pressure? The webinar will answer all of those questions and more!

Ein Großteil der Anästhesie wird dem Monitoring gewidmet. Überwachung des Patienten bevor, während und nach der Anästhesie sind essentiell. Die Grundlagen der am häufigsten verwendeten Methoden und Tipps für den Praxisalltag werden erläutert.

Dieses Webinar bespricht Magengeschwüre (EGUS) beim Pferd und geht auf Ursachen, Diagnostik sowie Therapieoptionen und Management ein.

If you are completely honest with yourself, do you believe your failings are all your own fault, but your successes are pure good luck or a fluke? Are you forever wondering when the ‘fraud police’ are going to come and expose you for being a phony? Would you believe you aren’t alone? If you have ever felt like you didn’t belong somewhere or that your colleagues, friends, and associates are going to discover you are a phony and fraud and that you really don’t deserve the success, then you are not alone. These feelings are referred to as ‘imposter phenomenon’ or ‘imposter syndrome’ and it is estimated that at some point in life, around 70% of people will experience these feelings. Imposter syndrome affects a wide range of people from all aspects of life and this webinar will take a deeper look into the causes, symptoms, and ways you can deal with it.

Mechanical ventilation is becoming a common therapeutic tool in veterinary medicine. Mechanical ventilation is often necessary in cases of hypoxic or hypercapnic respiratory failure, shock, coma, or cardiac arrest. In this seminar, we will discuss the mechanics of ventilation, the different ventilatory modes (pressure and volume controlled), their strengths, limitations, similarities and differences, we will also discuss their indications, and we will learn how to set up and adjust the setting for our patients. This seminar is centred around the concept of lung-protection and the open-lung theory. Finally, we will use a couple of ventilator models as example for the configuration setting up. This is a dynamic seminar with great and practical videos that will help you understand what is happening in the lungs when we program certain parameters in the ventilator. Finally, we will discuss about the patient weaning from the ventilator and the best strategies to achieve a positive outcome in these patients.

Ziele der Ernährung bei MDT-Erkrankungen. Tierärztin Irene Bruckner referiert über die Ernährungsbedürfnisse von wachsenden Katzen und Hunden und welche Fütterung bei Welpendurchfällen hilfreich ist.

Therapie von akuten und chronischen Durchfällen (Teil 1) - Grundlagen und Neues rund ums Mikrobiom - Wie kann ich gegen unerwünschte Darmbewohner vorgehen? Erfahren Sie alles rund ums neue, faszinierende Thema Mikrobiom von DEN internationalen Experten.


Therapie von akuten und chronischen Durchfällen (Teil 2) - Grundlagen und Neues rund ums Mikrobiom - Wie kann ich gegen unerwünschte Darmbewohner vorgehen? Erfahren Sie alles rund ums neue, faszinierende Thema Mikrobiom von DEN internationalen Experten.


Ziele der Ernährung bei MDT-Erkrankungen. Tierärztin Catharina Lücking informiert über die Bausteine einer Magendarmdiät, Unterstützung der Darmgesundheit und die Auswahl der passenden Ernährung.

Diagnostik von akuten und chronischen Durchfällen (Teil 1). Grundlagen und Neues rund ums Mikrobiom - erwünschte und unerwünschte Darmbewohner.

Diagnostik von akuten und chronischen Durchfällen (Teil 2). Grundlagen und Neues rund ums Mikrobiom - erwünschte und unerwünschte Darmbewohner.

Socialisation has become all-important to ensure that a puppy grows up to be a healthy adult dog. If it is not done right, then the dog is ruined! But is this really true? A lack of socialization is blamed for all types of behaviour problems of dogs - but is this really accurate? Socialisation is important for the healthy development of all youngsters, not just dogs. Even humans get socialized! It is more than just exposing the young animal to new experiences. The emphasis of exposure to novelty has overshadowed the importance of the caregiver to successful socialization. We will explore what it means to socialize a dog, what puppy breeders, puppy walkers and puppy owners need to be doing to help their puppy adapt to life with people (it is much easier than we think!). How the puppy adapts to learning about the wider world can help identify developmental problems and mental health disorders allowing early interventions. A well socialized animal makes the job of the veterinarians and veterinary staff easier as the animal is comfortable with meeting new people and learning new things. So advising your clients correctly helps them help their puppy which ultimately helps you do your job better!

Für die erfolgreiche Durchführung der Narkose und Schmerzbehandlung verlassen wir uns auf die pharmakologischen Eigenschaften der uns zur Verfügung stehenden Medikamente. In diesem Seminar werden die wichtigsten verwendeten Wirkstoffe behandelt.

This webinar will discuss the pathophysiology of canine DCM and the common causes, diagnosis and treatment of dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs. Nutritional DCM will be discussed as will differentiating degenerative mitral valve disease from DCM in large breed dogs.

Stationäre Notfallspatienten fressen zu wenig. Wann fängt die Unterstützung an und wie mit der Fütterung beginnen?

Viele unserer der stationären Hunde- und Katzenpatienten nehmen weniger als ihren Ruhe-Energiebedarf (RER) auf. Damit sie nicht in eine negative Energiebilanz und katabolen Zustand geraten, müssen wir gegensteuern.

In recent years, small animal veterinary medicine has known major improvements in knowledge and quality of care, following the progress of human medicine. Our pet population is aging, revealing some conditions previously poorly recognised. Thus veterinary professionals are faced with new challenges. We need to study how our pets are aging, which structures are affected, and what physiological and pathological mechanisms are at play. Interestingly, dogs and cats, because they live alongside their owner, share the same environment, but have a shorter lifespan, can be good models for some human conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, obesity and osteoarthritis. Pet owners are keen to look after their pets for as long as possible, with a major emphasis on maintaining a good quality of life and avoiding pain. We will discuss how we can be with them every step of the way, to provide support and guidance, in all aspects of old age management: pain management, preventative treatments, environmental adaptations, nutritional support and so on. Because looking after our aging pets can give us an insight into how we, as humans, age. So that we all age well, together.