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SUMMARY:HILL'S | Webinar #6: Canine and Feline Seizures: Practical Decision-Making from Crisis to Control
DESCRIPTION:Subject: Canine and Feline Seizures: Practical Decision-Making from Crisis to Control\nSpeaker: Dr Wilco Botha\nOrganizer: Hill’s Pet Nutrition\nLINK:  REGISTER HERE \nTo register for this webinar\, you will now need to log in to the Hill’s Veterinary Academy (HVA) Platform\, sign in with your HVA credentials to register and join the session.\n \nSeizures are a common and challenging presentation in small animal practice\, requiring confident decision-making from the emergency setting through to long-term management. This webinar will take a practical approach to canine and feline seizure cases\, including seizure look-alikes\, emergency control of active seizures\, and the management of cluster seizures and status epilepticus in light of the recent ACVIM consensus recommendations. Long-term treatment options will be discussed\, including phenobarbitone\, imepitoin\, potassium bromide\, zonisamide and the role of levetiracetam in both emergency and maintenance settings. \nSpeaker: \nDr Wilco Botha\, BSc BVSc (Hons) MMedVet (Med) Dip. ECVIM-CA (Internal Medicine)\nSouth African and European Recognised Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine\nDr Wilco Botha is a South African and European specialist in small animal internal medicine at Panorama Veterinary Clinic and Specialist Centre in Cape Town. He graduated from Onderstepoort in 2013\, where he also later completed his specialist training in small animal internal medicine. Alongside his clinical work\, he enjoys teaching and is involved in training future specialists at Panorama\, as well as lecturing gastroenterology to undergraduate and postgraduate veterinary students at the University of Pretoria. \nDisclaimer: This information is exclusively intended for registered veterinary and para-veterinary professionals.
URL:https://veterinary.co.za/event-main/hills-webinar-6-canine-and-feline-seizures-practical-decision-making-from-crisis-to-control/
LOCATION:Webinar\, *Online\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:*Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260710T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260711T170000
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SUMMARY:SAVA | Eastern Free State Branch 2026 Annual Mini-congress
DESCRIPTION:Subject: Eastern Free State Branch 2026 Annual Mini-congress\nSpeakers: Multiple\nOrganizer: SAVA\nLINK: REGISTER HERE \nDisclaimer: This information is exclusively intended for registered veterinary and para-veterinary professionals.
URL:https://veterinary.co.za/event-main/sava-eastern-free-state-branch-congress-2026/
LOCATION:Lavender Hill Country Estate\, Bethlehem\, Free State\, N5\, Bethlehem\, 9701\, Bethlehem\, Free State\, 9701\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:In-Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260714T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260714T203000
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SUMMARY:MSD | The Primary care practitioners guide to investigation of the pruritic dog
DESCRIPTION:Subject: The Primary care practitioners guide to investigation of the pruritic dog\nSpeakers: Dr Sue Paterson\nOrganizer: MSD\nLINK: REGISTER HERE \nYOU ARE INVITED\nJoin us on Tuesday\, 14th July 2026 from 19h00-20h30\, for a CPD accredited webinar\, with International Speaker\, Dr Sue Paterson. \n“The primary care practitioners’ guide to investigation of the pruritic dog”\nProgramme \n19h00 – Introduction by Dr Carolyn Chelchinskey \n19h10 – Product launch by Dr Mats Abatzidis \n19h40 – “The primary care practitioners’ guide to investigation of the pruritic dog” by International Speaker – Dr Sue Paterson \nBONUS \nFirst 125 South African Veterinarians to register and join the FULL online launch will receive a Takealot voucher to the value of R100! \nABOUT OUR SPEAKERS \nDr Sue Paterson \nDr Sue Paterson is a RCVS and European Board-Certified Veterinary Dermatologist. She is an elected Fellow of the RCVS for her contributions to clinical practice in the field of Veterinary Dermatology. She is the Veterinary Director of a Veterinary Dermatologicals Ltd. Sue has written 7 textbooks and more than 90 refereed publications in English\, European and American journals. She has lectured extensively and has been an invited speaker at international meetings in more than 60 countries. She is an elected member of RCVS Council\, was President of the RCVS 2023 – 24. Sue is a past president of the BSAVA and of ESVD. She is the current President of the World Association for Veterinary Dermatology. \nSue is Vice Chair of Trustees at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home and Founder and Chair of the Animal Charity Pharmacy. She is married to Richard and has two grown up children Samantha and Matthew. In her spare time\, she is a keen organic gardener cultivating two acres of garden\, a hen and beekeeper and enjoys long walks with her dogs across the Cumbrian fells where she lives. \nDr Mats Abatzidis \nDr Mats Abatzidis qualified as a veterinarian from Onderstepoort in 2001\, after completing a B.Sc. Cum laude at Potchefstroom University majoring in Physiology & Microbiology. Worked in private practice in Johannesburg for 4 years with a focus on small animal medicine while studying Business Management on a part-time basis and has subsequently been working in the veterinary industry since 2006\, currently the Technical Specialist for Companion Animal Products at MSD Animal Health. \nDr Mats is currently contributing to training veterinarians\, veterinary nurses\, veterinary practice staff members\, breeders and pet owners all over South Africa in person or through written articles. Also provide articles for pet publications as well as seminars for Veterinary Congresses in South Africa\, Botswana\, Ghana\, Uganda\, Eswatini\, Nigeria\, Egypt\, UAE\, Kenya\, and Namibia. \nDisclaimer: This information is exclusively intended for registered veterinary and para-veterinary professionals. \n 
URL:https://veterinary.co.za/event-main/msd-the-primary-care-practitioners-guide-to-investigation-of-the-pruritic-dog/
LOCATION:Webinar\, *Online\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:*Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260715T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260715T210000
DTSTAMP:20260709T204028
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SUMMARY:VET-TALKS @ BVH | To Be Decided
DESCRIPTION:Subject: TBD\nSpeaker: Dr Jandre Pretorius\nOrganizer: Bryanston Veterinary Hospital\nVenue: Bryanston Veterinary Hospital & Specialist Centre\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\nEMAIL: robin@bryanstonvet.co.za \nVET-TALKS @ BVH | CPD Evening June 2026\nJoin us for an in-person CPD evening with Dr Greg Irvine-Smith\nBryanston Veterinary Hospital & Specialist Centre\nCatering provided.\nCPD accreditation will be applied for \nDisclaimer: This information is exclusively intended for registered veterinary and para-veterinary professionals.
URL:https://veterinary.co.za/event-main/vet-talks-bvh-to-be-decided/
LOCATION:Bryanston Veterinary Hospital\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 6 Ballyclare Drive\, cnr William Nicol Drive Bryanston\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 2191\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:In-Person Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260716T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260716T203000
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SUMMARY:PURINA | The Role of Nutrition in Diabetes Management
DESCRIPTION:Subject: The Role of Nutrition in Diabetes Management\nSpeakers: Dr Andrew H. Sparkes\, Dr Andrew Bugbee & Dr Angela Witzel Rollins\nOrganizer: Purina\nLINK: REGISTER HERE \nThis webinar will provide an overview of diabetes mellitus in cats and dogs\, highlighting species-specific differences. While the primary focus will be on the role of nutrition in managing feline and canine diabetes mellitus\, the presenters will also discuss comprehensive management\, including monitoring and weight loss. \nLearning objectives\nAfter this webinar\, attendees will be able to:\n▪ Describe key differences in the presentation and pathophysiology of diabetes mellitus in cats versus dogs.\n▪ Explain the role of nutrition in the management of feline and canine diabetes\, including diet selection and feeding strategies.\n▪ Outline a comprehensive management plan for diabetic pets\, incorporating insulin or insulin alternative therapies\, monitoring protocols\, and owner education.\n▪ Develop weight management strategies that support improved glycemic control and overall health in diabetic cats and dogs. \nThis program is RACE approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval. \nDisclaimer: This information is exclusively intended for registered veterinary and para-veterinary professionals.
URL:https://veterinary.co.za/event-main/purina-the-role-of-nutrition-in-diabetes-management/
LOCATION:Webinar\, *Online\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:*Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260731T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260731T160000
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SUMMARY:HILL'S | Human Factors Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Subject: Human Factors Workshop\nSpeaker: Sr Helen Silver-MacMahon\nOrganizer: Hill’s Pet Nutrition\nVenue: Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre Johannesburg\, OR Tambo Airport\nLINK:  REGISTER HERE \nJoin us for a practical\, science-informed day designed to support veterinary professionals to perform at their best\, protect their wellbeing and build stronger\, safer teams. \nVeterinary practice in 2026 is more demanding than ever. Clinical complexity\, emotional load and system pressures are placing increasing strain on individuals and teams. This immersive\, highly interactive workshop introduces the principles of Human Factors and translates them into practical tools you can use immediately. \nWhat You’ll Learn\n• A clear understanding of the human challenges in modern veterinary practice.\n• Insight into how stress and performance are linked.\n• Practical tools to build personal resilience and sustainable performance.\n• Strategies to improve communication\, teamwork and culture.\n• Confidence to create psychologically safe\, high- performing environments. \nRSVP before 30 June with your details below. \nLimited to only 100 participants! \nDisclaimer: This information is exclusively intended for registered veterinary and para-veterinary professionals.
URL:https://veterinary.co.za/event-main/hills-human-factors-workshop/
LOCATION:Raddison Hotel & Convention Centre\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 3rd Ave\, Bredell AH Kempton Park\, Bredel\, Johannesburg\, Gauteng\, 1619\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:*Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260731T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20260802T130000
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SUMMARY:HILL'S & MSD | Veterinary Nurses Weekend 2026
DESCRIPTION:Subject: Hill’s & MSD Animal Health Veterinary Nurses Weekend 2026\nSpeakers: Multiple\nOrganizer: Hill’s Pet Nutrition\nLINK: REGISTER HERE \nWe’re excited to announce the dates for this year’s Hill’s Pet Nutrition and MSD Animal Health Nurses weekend. \nSave the date to join us for a weekend of fun\, learning and networking. While in-person attendance is highly recommended\, this will be a hybrid event for those that can’t join us in Muldersdrift. \nOver the weekend we will have presentations on behaviour\, post operative care & considerations and nutrition. Our international speaker\, Sr Helen Silver-MacMahon from the UK\, will cover a range of wellness topics.
URL:https://veterinary.co.za/event-main/hills-msd-veterinary-nurses-weekend-2026/
LOCATION:Cradle Moon Lakeside Game Lodge\, Muldersdrift\, Gauteng\, Plot 59 Beyers Naude Drive\, Muldersdrift\, Gauteng\, 2024\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:*Webinar,Combined Event,In-Person Event
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