REGISTRATION BROCHURE - SAVT · 2017-09-06 · 2017 registration brochure thank you to the sponsors featured above. the high calibre of presentations and speakers at our conferences

This event is produced with the generous assistance of our sponsorsREGISTRATION OPENS SEPTEMBER 6TH, 2017 AT 12PM

Creating ConnectionsBuilding Bridges

33RD ANNUAL CONFERENCEAGM & TRADESHOW

NOVEMBER 3–5 2017Saskatoon Inn & Conference CentreWestern College of Veterinary Medicine

REGISTRATION BROCHURERegister online at www.savt.ca

DIAMOND SPONSOR RUBY SPONSOR PLATINUM SPONSORS

GOLD SPONSORS

Veterinary Medical CentreUSASK.CA/VMC

SPECIAL THANKS TO:


PRESIDENT’S WELCOMEThe 33rd Annual Saskatchewan Association of Veterinary Technologists Conference, AGM and Tradeshow will occur this November 3–5, 2017, here in beautiful Saskatoon…the “City of Bridges.” This event is certain to meet your annual continuing education requirements and is held in upscale venues specifically chosen to support the 2017 SAVT Conference theme of “Creating Connections, Building Bridges”—essential elements necessary to strengthen and enhance your veterinary technology career.

Industry sponsors enable the SAVT to offer an impressive annual Conference. It is important that you are in attendance and “Creating Connections” with industry representatives—they will have new veterinary related equipment, pharmaceuticals and products available that you will want to try out in your veterinary workplace. Our Diamond sponsor this year is once again Royal Canin; Ruby sponsor is Pet Plan, and Platinum sponsors are The SPAW and TotoFit Canada. Please be sure to extend a big “Thank you” to each and every sponsor and industry representative.

New this year, we have added the “Fall Job Fair & Marketplace.” This Friday-only event will give you the opportunity to network and “connect” with clinics that are looking to add a Registered Veterinary Technologist to their staff. If you are in need of a little “retail therapy”, the marketplace will feature small businesses with specialty items for you to purchase.

The newly created CE Survey enabled us to respond by choosing topics specifically to our members’ suggestions. With five full tracks from which to choose your sessions, this conference will offer you more continuing education sessions than in any previous year. Speakers, who are all well-known and highly regarded for their expertise in the veterinary community, will bring you topics from multiple disciplines. There is a blend of large, small and exotic animal based material; animal welfare topics; personal development and workplace related topics. The bonus CE session will be interactive and offer you something new—an opportunity to pose workplace task and scope of practice related questions; the answers will be provided in the context of The Veterinarian’s Act, 1987 and current SVMA Bylaws.

Each session allows for “Building Bridges” with veterinary experts—you may even be motivated to pursue certification in one of the thirteen areas of specialization now available for RVTs. You are invited to take your RVT career to the next level!

Finally, I welcome you all to join us for the Saturday evening Banquet, Awards and Entertainment. The Banquet is an event for “Creating Connections” while enjoying a delicious meal and honoring our peers for their important accomplishments. This year’s live hypnotist will help ensure the festivities will continue into the evening. Watching your friends getting up to hilarious hijinks is something you will not want to miss.

Sincerely,

Lois Ridgway, RVT SAVT President 2016–2017

[email protected] You’re Invited

If you are a member that has been a VT for:

40 years (graduated 1977)




Please consider attending the SAVT 33rd Annual Awards Banquet to be honoured by your peers

10, 20 & 30 YEAR MEMBERS WILL ALSO BE ACKNOWLEDGED

COMMENTS AND FEEDBACK:How are we are doing?

Please help us make next year’s conference better... tell us what works and what doesn’t.

We are available for feedback at the registration table / SAVT booth all weekend... or if you want to remain anonymous, there will be an electronic survey emailed out post conference.

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2017 REGISTRATION BROCHURE

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND!!TOP FIVE REASONS TO ATTEND:1. Friday night Welcome Reception. Network & CONNECT with colleagues!!

**NEW THIS YEAR “Mashini Bar!!” (Mashed Potatoes with all the fixings!)

2. Excellent Quality Speakers , “HANDS ON” Labs & Workshops that will increase your knowledge!!!

3. RVT Keynote speaker will have you, “Building Bridges.”

4. EXPERIENCE the latest innovations and BENEFIT from the expertise of Tradeshow Reps.

5. “Hypnotising” Entertainment following Banquet & Awards.

ATTENDING THE PROVINCIAL CONFERENCE IS NOT JUST ABOUT THE CE POINTS. IT CAN INSPIRE, TEACH, CONNECT, AND REFRESH A REGISTERED VETERINARY TECHNOLOGIST!! CAN’T WAIT TO MEET YOU THERE!!

FEES EARLY BIRD REGULAR

SAVT/RVTTC Member Complete: 2 labs & banquet included $300* $340 (May be an additional charge on premium labs)

SAVT/RVTTC Member: Friday/Saturday Only (banquet included) no labs $200 $220

SAVT/RVTTC Member: Sunday Only $175 $195

Student Complete: 2 labs & banquet included $230 $270

Student: Friday/Saturday Only (banquet included) no labs $130 $150

Student: Sunday Only $130 $150

NEW Student Only: Friday Night Reception & Tradeshow $35 $45

Non-Member Complete: 2 labs & banquet included $350 $390

Non-Member: Friday/Saturday Only (banquet included) no labs $250 $270

Non-Member: Sunday Only $225 $245

Adult Banquet Ticket $45 $50

Child Banquet Ticket $20 $25

*RVTTC Member is an Active member of any province except Quebec

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS**NEW** LOWER ROOM PRICES! $139 FOR DOUBLE QUEEN OR SINGLE KING ROOMGuests enjoy FREE Wi-Fi and FREE airport Shuttle service!

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CONFERENCE INFORMATION CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS* An administration fee of $50.00 will apply if cancellation is made before October 20th, 2017.

There will be NO REFUNDS for any cancellation from October 21nd, 2017 onwards as your registration has been counted in our numbers to the hotel and labs and expenses have occurred on your behalf. Circumstances out of our control such as extreme weather or strikes may result in cancellation. In this case, there are no refunds.

NOTE: The cost of a banquet ticket is included in each conference registration fee. This is the price SAVT is required to pay to the Saskatoon Inn. It is an “all inclusive” or all day plan. There is no additional fee for a banquet ticket, therefore if you cannot attend the banquet, no refund will be provided.

DIETARY CONCERNSDo you have a food sensitivity or allergy that requires kitchen staff to separately prepare and label your meal?

(i.e. your meal will be prepared in a different part of the kitchen from the other food, placed aside and labelled with your name on it).

If yes, please ensure you note this in the registration process!

Gluten Free options will be available.

CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGSProceedings will be online as they are made available, so you may print out the notes. The proceedings will remain online after the conference as reference material. You must log in to view.

PARKINGSASKATOON INN Free parking

WESTERN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE Free parking is available Sunday. A map will be available in the conference program.

FULL CONFERENCE FEE ($300) INCLUDES:• Friday Night Welcome Reception (including 2 complimentary

drink tickets) *Cash bar for additional drinks

• Tradeshow

• Keynote Speaker

• Participation in all sessions

• All meals: breakfast, refreshment breaks, lunch

• SAVT AGM

• Conference proceedings

• Conference favours and delegate bag (for first 250 registrants)

• CE Certificates

• Door prize draws (must be in attendance to win)

• Complimentary Banquet and Entertainment

• 2 Sunday Labs/workshops including Sunday breakfast and lunch.

Did you know that your conference fee, hotel room and additional expenses are a tax deduction? As your profession requires continuing education—keep all your receipts as a professional expense.

RUBY SPONSOR

**NEW THIS YEAR!!

SAVT JOB FAIR & MARKETPLACE (FRIDAY ONLY)As our conference continues to grow, our annual Friday Night Reception & Trade-Show for exhibitors has outgrown its space! This has allowed us to open up the Friday night event into Ballrooms A, B and C!

This expansion will allow for us to set up additional tables and host the first ever "SAVT Job Fair & Marketplace."

Job Fair—Are you an RVT or student who is looking for employment? Are you part of a clinic or company that is looking to hire a Registered Veterinary Technologist? Let's get you "connected!" The Job Fair area of the trade show will be a great place for colleagues to network and advertise!

Marketplace—Are you an RVT with a home based business? If you have merchandise to sell, why not set up a table and display your wares at this year's conference? (Products do not have to be veterinary/animal related.)

For more information, or for an application, please email [email protected]

Deadline to register a table is October 1st, 2017 *RVTs will be given first priority for Marketplace, followed by general public.

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THANK YOU TO THE SPONSORS FEATURED ABOVE. THE HIGH CALIBRE OF PRESENTATIONS AND SPEAKERS AT OUR CONFERENCES AND CE OPPORTUNITIES ARE DUE TO THE SUPPORT SAVT RECEIVES FROM SPONSORS AND EXHIBITORS. WE URGE YOU TO TAKE NOTICE OF THESE COMPANIES BY SUPPORTING THEIR BUSINESS.

DIAMOND SPONSOR

PLATINUM SPONSORS

SILVER SPONSORS

GOLD SPONSORS

BRONZE SPONSORS

RUBY SPONSOR

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CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE SATURDAY SPEAKERS

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 3RD SASKATOON INN & CONFERENCE CENTRE

6:30–10:00 PM Registration . Tradeshow . Welcome Reception . Job Fair & Marketplace Sponsored by Pet Plan

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 4TH SASKATOON INN & CONFERENCE CENTRE

7:30–8:15 AM Registration & Breakfast (NO Tradeshow)

8:15–9:00 AM KEYNOTE SPEAKERDealing with DISconnect—Building Bridges in Work/Life Balance

David Liss, BA, RVT, VTS (ECC ,SAIM), CVPM

9:00–9:15 AM TRANSITION TO SESSIONS

9:1

5–1

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It’s What’s For Dinner: Nutrition for Hospitalized PatientsDavid Liss, BA, RVT, VTS

(ECC ,SAIM), CVPM Sponsored by

Hill's Pet Nutrition

Equine Disease & Vaccination Concepts

Dr. Alycia Chrenek Sponsored by Zoetis

Goat and Sheep Herd Health

Dr. Fabienne Uehlinger DVM, PhD, Dipl.

ACVIM-LA

Stress Managements & Dealing with Difficult

Clients (Part 1 of 2) Jolene Watson, RVT Sponsored by Clarity

Coaching & Development

Treating Canine Fear Aggression—

Management, Modification and

Medication *Note 90 minGary Landsberg, DVM,

DACVB, DECAWBM

10:15–11:00 AM TRADESHOW • NETWORKING • REFRESHMENT BREAK Sponsored by McCarthy & Sons

11:0

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2:0

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Endocrine Disease Basics for Vet Techs!


Nobody Likes to Hurt—Equine Pain and Sedation Management

Dr. Alycia Chrenek Sponsored by Zoetis

Those Other ‘Ruminants’—Alpacas

and LlamasDr. Fabienne Uehlinger

DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM-LA

Stress Managements & Dealing with Difficult

Clients (Part 2 of 2) Jolene Watson, RVT Sponsored by Clarity


Drugs and Natural Products in Veterinary

Behavior—Show me the Evidence

Gary Landsberg, DVM, DACVB, DECAWBM

12:00–12:45 PM LUNCH Sponsored by WDDC

12:45–2:05 PM SAVT ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

2:05–2:15 PM TRANSITION TO SESSIONS

2:1

5–3

:15

pm

“Gasp!” Respiratory Emergencies


Nutritional Welfare in Cattle

Dr. John Campbell DVM, DVSc

Zoological Companion Animal (Exotics)

Sedation, Anesthesia and Analgesia

Dr. Miranda Sadar, DVM, Dipl. ACZM

Career Options & Personal Development

Jolene Watson, RVT Sponsored by Clarity


Do Dogs and Cats Get Alzheimer’s? Diagnosis

and Treatment of Cognitive Dysfunction Gary Landsberg, DVM,

DACVB, DECAWBM Sponsored by Purina

3:15–4:00 PM TRADESHOW • NETWORKING • REFRESHMENT BREAK Sponsored by Merck

4:0

0–5

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All Stopped Up: Blocked Cats


Bovine Prairie Disease Overview

Dr. John Campbell DVM, DVSc

Zoonotic Disease and Zoological Companion

Animals (Exotics): Keeping Everyone in

the Clinic Safe Dr. Miranda Sadar, DVM, Dipl. ACZM

Mobility Matters: The Veterinary Technician’s

Role in Physical Rehabilitation

Jenn Panko, RVT, CCRP VTS (Physical Rehab-OC)

OCMC, CAPMC Sponsored by The SPAW

and Totofit Canada

Feisty Felines—Prevention and

Management of Kitten Behaviour Issues

Gary Landsberg, DVM, DACVB, DECAWBM

5:15–5:45 PM **BONUS: INTERACTIVE QUESTION & ANSWER SESSION (Additional 1 CE)“Can I or Can’t I?” (SVMA and SAVT Bylaws, Policies & RVT Scope of Practice)

Dr. Judy Currie, SVMA Registrar

5:45–6:30 PM COCKTAILS 6:30 PM BANQUET, AWARDS & ENTERTAINMENT Sponsored by Royal Canin

CRITICAL CARE & INTERNAL MEDICINE EQUINE SMALL RUMINANTS WELLNESS BEHAVIOUR BOVINE EXOTICSKEY:

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CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE SUNDAY LABS / WORKSHOP & LECTURE SERIES9:15 AM &

12:15 PM LABS9:30 AM & 12:30 PM LABS WORSHOP LECTURESKEY:

SUNDAY NOVEMBER 5TH WESTERN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE (WCVM)

8:30–9:15 AM Lab Registration / Breakfast & Coffee

9:30 AM–2:30 PM ALL DAY (4 HOUR)

9:30 AM–2:30 PM ALL-DAY LAB 9:30 AM–2:30 PM ALL-DAY BEHAVIOUR WORKSHOP

“Code Blue! CPR for Veterinary Technicians and Assistants” David Liss, BA, RVT, VTS (ECC, SAIM), CVPM

“Prevention and Management of Fear and Aggression in the Veterinary Practice”

Gary Landsberg DVM, DACVB, DECAWBM

MORNING (2 HOUR) Please note staggered start times

9:15–11:15 AM MORNING LABS

9:30–11:30 AM MORNING LABS

9:30–11:30 AM MORNING LARGE/FOOD ANIMAL LECTURE SERIES

Bovine Applied Local Anesthesia: Student Lab

Carolyn Cartwright, RVT, VTS (Anesthesia/Analgesia) *NEW- Additional

spots open to SAVT/RVTTC members

Equine RadiologyKate Robinson Bsc, DVM, MVSc, DABVP

(Equine Practice)

Equine PPID and EMS (1 hour)Dr. Douglas Myers, BSc DVM

Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim

Mice & Rats 101: Student LabPeggy Nelles, RVT, RMLAT

Additional spots open to SAVT/RVTTC members. *NOTE: Off-Site lab, requires travel via

Lakeland Bus

Radiographic Positioning of Zoological Companion Animals

Miranda Sadar, DVM, Dipl. ACZM MORNING ONLY

Equine Emergency Medicine (1 hour)Dr. Douglas Myers, BSc DVM

Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim

“CSI FETI” (Bovine Fetus Necropsy)Angela Turner, Program Coordinator,

Department of Veterinary Pathology, WCVM

SWIM Cats: A Multimodal Approach To Feline Mobility

Jenn Panko, RVT, CCRP VTS (Physical Rehab-OC) OCMC, CAPMC

MORNING ONLY Sponsored by The SPAW and Totofit Canada

Urinalysis Refresher LabBrianne Bellwood, RVT, VTS (Clinical

Pathology) Sponsored by IDEXX

11:30 AM–12:15 PM LIGHT LUNCH / 2ND SESSION REGISTRATION

AFTERNOON (2 HOUR) Please note staggered start times

12:15–2:15 PM AFTERNOON LABS

12:30–2:30 PM AFTERNOON LABS

12:30–2:30 PM AFTERNOON LARGE/FOOD ANIMAL LECTURE SERIES

Bovine Applied Local Anesthesia: Student Lab

Carolyn Cartwright, RVT, VTS (Anesthesia/Analgesia) *NEW- Additional

spots open to SAVT/RVTTC members

Equine RadiologyKate Robinson Bsc, DVM, MVSc, DABVP

(Equine Practice)

Pig Welfare and the Code of Practice (1 hour)

Bridget Gray, DVM

Mice & Rats 101: Student LabPeggy Nelles, RVT, RMLAT

Additional spots open to SAVT/RVTTC members. *NOTE: Off-Site lab, requires travel via

Lakeland Bus

Clinical Techniques in Zoological Companion Animals

Miranda Sadar, DVM, Dipl. ACZM AFTERNOON ONLY

Public Trust in Agriculture (1 hour)Clinton Monchuk, PAg

Sponsored by Farm and Food Care

“CSI FETI” (Bovine Fetus Necropsy)Angela Turner, Program Coordinator,

Department of Veterinary Pathology, WCVM

“Uh-Oh! It’s a Cruciate. What Next?” A Multimodal Approach To

Pre-habilitation, Post-OperativeJenn Panko, RVT, CCRP VTS

(Physical Rehab-OC) OCMC, CAPMC AFTERNOON ONLY Sponsored by

The SPAW and Totofit Canada

Urinalysis Refresher LabBrianne Bellwood, RVT, VTS (Clinical

Pathology) Sponsored by IDEXX7


SATURDAY SESSION DESCRIPTIONS8:15–9:00 AM KEYNOTE ADDRESS

Dealing with DISConnect—Building bridges in Work/Life BalanceDavid Liss, BA, RVT, VTS (ECC, SAIM), CVPM

Technicians are notorious for being workaholics. Even animal-aholics. This results in burnout, distress, turnover, leaving the profession, stress, and even suicidal tendencies. Burnout and compassion fatigue are serious conditions that result in technicians isolating themselves, gaining weight stress, and are even at risk for addictions. Work is work, and our work is very demanding. Learning how to balance work and a separate life is an essential skill for veterinary technicians, and we are often not taught to do this. This keynote is aimed at presenting information about burnout, compassion fatigue and turnover, present the importance of a work-life balance, suggest great ways to start, and how to integrate the demanding job of being a veterinary technician with a full, fruitful life that results in happiness and career longevity.

9:15–10:15 AM SESSIONS

It’s What’s For Dinner—Nutrition for Hospitalized PatientsDavid Liss, BA, RVT, VTS (ECC, SAIM), CVPMSponsored by Hill's Pet Nutrition

Nutritional intervention in critically ill patients has become known in recent years to be of the utmost importance. This lecture will cover the basics of nutritional assessment, creating a nutritional plan, calculating caloric requirements, administering various types of diets, and a variety of side effects that could occur with nutritional intervention. The role of the veterinary technician will be emphasized and the goal of the talk is for vet techs to be able to implement the techniques discussed in the lecture in their own practices.

Equine Disease and Vaccination ConceptsAlycia Chrenek, DVMSponsored by Zoetis

This 55 minute session will help clarify the technician’s knowledge on the subject as well as tips and tricks to help answer common horse owner questions and concerns. We will discuss the diseases most commonly vaccinated for in Canada, as well as AAEP designation of Core vaccines and Risk vaccines. This session will also cover why we vaccinate on the schedules we do, vaccine handling, vaccination administration and post vaccine expectations and complications

Goat and Sheep Herd HealthFabienne D. Uehlinger, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM-LA

This presentation will give a summary overview of important sheep and goat herd health management considerations, focusing on aspects such as vaccination, control for parasites and general management procedures to be considered.

Stress Management & Dealing with Difficult Clients (Part 1 of 2)Jolene Watson, RVT, President of Clarity Coaching & Development

Sponsored by Clarity Coaching & Development

• Recognize how effective listening skills can alleviate stress at work.

• Practice customer service in relation to successful financial transactions with difficult clients.

• Understand how our reaction to acute and chronic stress is directly related to type.

• Quickly identify stress triggers in ourselves and our coworkers and get back to balance.

Treating Canine Fear Aggression —Management, Modification and Medication (90 min)Gary Landsberg DVM, DACVB, DECAWBM

Whether in the home or out for a walk, both unfamiliar dogs and people evoke fear and anxiety leading to aggression for many dogs. This seminar will take a five step approach to case consulting for dogs with fear aggression including a) Diagnosis—Is it medical or is it behavioral and is it normal or abnormal? b) Prognosis—Assessing risk and determining to what level improvement might be achieved, c) Management—Identifying triggers, preventing recurrence and insuring safety, d) Modification—Setting foundations in place, selecting appropriate tools and modifying behavior with reward based exposure training, e) Behavior medication—what drugs or natural products might be indicated and when .

11:00 AM–12:00 PM SESSIONS

Endocrine Disease Basics for Vet Techs! David Liss, BA, RVT, VTS (ECC, SAIM), CVPM

Endocrine diseases are seen commonly in the small animal hospital. Understanding the presentation, diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of conditions like Addison’s, Cushing’s, Hyper/Hypothyroidism and more. The veterinary technician can be so important in assisting the veterinarian with these cases with patient management and client communication. These diseases involve complex testing, medications, and repeat check-ups. If veterinary technicians are to advance in skills and responsibilities it is imperative to take on new roles in the practice—including primary case management which can only occur with advanced knowledge.

Nobody Likes to Hurt—Equine pain and Sedation Management Alycia Chrenek, DVMSponsored by Zoetis

A practical approach to pain management and sedation practices in horses. This session will discuss the most commonly used pain management tools used in equine practice including how they work, the advantages and limitations of each and when they are appropriate.

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Those Other ‘Ruminants’—Alpacas & Llamas Fabienne D. Uehlinger, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM-LA

Alpacas and llamas are not just like other ruminants. Caring for them provides some unique challenges that should be considered. This presentation will aim to highlight some of these unique features, what they mean for the care (especially in a hospital setting) and will briefly talk about common presenting complaints.

Stress Management & Dealing with Difficult Clients (Part 2 of 2)Jolene Watson, RVT, President of Clarity Coaching & Development


• Recognize how effective listening skills can alleviate stress at work.

• Practise customer service in relation to successful financial transactions with difficult clients.

• Understand how our reaction to acute and chronic stress is directly related to type.

• Quickly identify stress triggers in ourselves and our coworkers and get back to balance.

Drugs and Natural Products in Veterinary Behavior—Show Me the Evidence Gary Landsberg DVM, DACVB, DECAWBM

For behavior problems in pets, drugs and natural products may be indicated to help normalize behavior that is abnormal; to better manage reactivity and impulsivity; to reduce fear and anxiety; to increase trainability and to improve pet welfare. This seminar will provide an overview of the medications and natural products that might be used in the treatment of problem behavior, evidence for efficacy, how they work and where they might be used.

2:15–3:15 PM SESSIONS

“Gasp!” Respiratory EmergenciesDavid Liss, BA, RVT, VTS (ECC, SAIM), CVPM

Respiratory emergencies require rapid intervention and treatment for successful outcome. They can be very stressful and scary as patients are often in respiratory distress and cyanotic. This presentation will cover assessing the respiratory patient, performing a physical exam, initial stabilization, approaches to a variety of respiratory emergencies and how to provide critical care nursing to these patients. Veterinary technicians must take an aggressive role in assisting the vet in managing these patients as the veterinarian will require rapid action to ensure the patient will recover.

Nutritional Welfare in Cattle Dr. John Campbell DVM, DVSc

Animal welfare is an important topic in all species of animals including beef cattle. Most of our producers take excellent care of their beef cattle and welfare is not an issue. However, in some circumstances in cow-calf herds, nutritional issues can have serious consequences on both productivity and animal welfare. This presentation will focus on herd investigation cases that are nutritional or toxicological in nature and that have major welfare implications. An approach to working through these cases as part of the veterinary team will be discussed.

Zoological Companion Animal Sedation, Anesthesia, and Analgesia (Exotics)Miranda Sadar, DVM, Dipl. ACZM

Zoological companion animal (ZCA, exotics) medicine is a constantly changing field, and anesthesia of these species is no exception. This talk will focus on new techniques and concepts regarding the use of sedation for diagnostic procedures (such as radiographs, ultrasound, and blood collection), common anesthetic protocols, and analgesic options. The lecture will focus on videos to allow those new to ZCA species to become more comfortable with the appearance of sedated ZCA species, and new drugs and protocols for those with more ZCA experience.

Career Options & Personal Development Jolene Watson, RVT, President of Clarity Coaching & Development


• Explore various veterinary career options (are you in the right place?)

• Practice effective goal setting techniques.

• Discuss workplace professionalism and the importance of your work history.

• Learn techniques on effective wage negotiations.

Do Dogs and Cats get Alzheimer’s? Diagnosis and Treatment of Cognitive DysfunctionGary Landsberg DVM, DACVB, DECAWBMSponsored by Purina

Dogs and cats develop strikingly similar brain aging pathology and many of the same clinical signs seen in early cases of Alzheimer’s in people including altered social interactions, altered activity and sleep, learning and memory deficits, and increased agitation. While the prevalence and severity of signs increase with age, most cases go undiagnosed due to lack of owner reporting. Diagnosis, clinical signs, prevalence and strategies for prevention and treatment will be reviewed.

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4:00–5:00 PM SESSIONS

“All Stopped Up!”—Blocked CatsDavid Liss, BA, RVT, VTS (ECC, SAIM), CVPM

Blocked cats are a common emergency seen in small animal practice. Veterinary medicine does a really good job of treating them and there is a very low mortality rate. Vet techs are very important in the treatment of these patients because they often are responsible for catheterizing, monitoring, and nursing these patients. This lecture will cover the pathophysiology of the development of urethral obstruction, hyperkalemia treatment, lab testing, urinary catheter types and placement, and follow up care.

Bovine Prairie Disease Overview Dr. John Campbell DVM, DVSc

This presentation will have an overview of some of the diseases we’ve seen in the last few years across the prairies in beef cow herds. From tuberculosis to Johnes we will explore some of the factors that cause these outbreaks to occur.

Zoonotic Disease and Zoological Companion Animals: Keeping Everyone in the Clinic Safe (Exotics)Miranda Sadar, DVM, Dipl. ACZM

Zoonotic disease is becoming more of a focus in veterinary medicine, and veterinarians often rely on technicians to be in the first line to help protect clients and patients in the clinic. This talk will cover common zoonotic diseases in zoological companion animals (ZCA, exotics). Additionally, there are a few diseases that are carried by humans and can be transmitted to ZCA species that will be covered, as well as diseases that may be transmitted between ZCA species. Applicable to all levels, whether ZCA species are only seen on occasion or if they come through the doors frequently.

Mobility Matters: The Veterinary Technician’s Role in Physical RehabilitationJenn Panko, RVT, CCRP VTS (Physical Rehab-OC) OCMC, CAPMC

Sponsored by The SPAW and Totofit Canada

Veterinary Physical Rehabilitation is a veterinary nursing skill that Jenn Panko promises to get

you excited about! Mobility care for all ages and stages improves patient care, comfort, recovery, and client perception of care. This lecture will provide an overview of how technicians can take the lead on pet mobility in their practices, maximize mobility safely, and improve patient care. Certification options and continuing education opportunities will be presented and the newly formed Veterinary Technician Specialty (VTS) in Physical Rehabilitation (NAVTA) will be discussed.

Feisty Felines—Prevention and Management of Kitten Behavior Issues Gary Landsberg DVM, DACVB, DECAWBM

A good understanding of feline development and problem prevention is a helpful addition to any practice. The information you receive will help you appropriately counsel kitten owners about normal but unwanted behaviors including destructiveness and scratching, and aggression associated with petting and play, and how to prevent those behaviors with effective preventive counseling, resource material and kitten classes.

5:15–5:45 BONUS SESSION (1 BONUS CE)

“Can I or Can’t I?” An Interactive Question & Answer Session Dr. Judy Currie, SVMA Registrar

Do you have questions about the RVT scope of practice? Are there duties you are unsure you should perform as an RVT? If you have questions, but don’t know where to find answers, this session is for you!

Join Dr. Judy Currie for a day to day interpretation of the SVMA Bylaws and Veterinary Act and how it applies to Registered Veterinary Technologists.

Please submit questions to [email protected]. **Deadline October 1st, 2017

SATURDAY EVENING ENTERTAINMENTSponsored by Royal Canin

Fun, funny, clean and entertaining, Hypnotist Corrie J and his expert team will leave you rolling in the aisles as you watch your colleagues get up to hijinks on stage! This show will be tailored to our audience, from young to old, and animal lovers alike.

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SUNDAY LAB TOPIC DESCRIPTIONSCode Blue! CPR for Veterinary Technicians and Assistants 9:30 AM–2:30 PMDavid Liss, BA, RVT, VTS (ECC, SAIM), CVPM

CPR is often a disastrous event with more confusion than coordination occurring at any given time. However, it should not be so. CPR should be a controlled, well-rehearsed procedure that takes place not only when a patient is crashing, but also when there is down time in the clinic to practice. Additionally, CPR techniques should be updated as new information is presented over and over. This lab will present the newest and most updated CPR techniques and train the participants in the team approach to CPR. Basic assessment of a patient in cardiopulmonary arrest, starting basic life support, initiating advanced life support, administering medications, intubation, and various case scenarios will be presented.

Equine Radiology9:30–11:30 AM, 12:30–2:30 PMKate Robinson Bsc, DVM, MVSc, DABVP (Equine Practice)

This will be a hands-on, participant-driven lab using digital radiography equipment. Proper positioning, and labeling of radiographs will be reviewed, as will determining diagnostic vs non-diagnostic images, routine views/series, proper preparation of the region of interest, and sedation protocols for restraint. Radiographic images of the fetlock, carpus, tarsus and stifle will be obtained on live horses by lab participants. Images will be reviewed for quality according to the above parameters. Time permitting; radiography of the head and neck will also be performed by participants.

Radiographic Positioning of Zoological Companion Animals (Exotics) (Morning Only)

9:30–11:30 AMMiranda Sadar, DVM, Dipl. ACZM

Radiographic positioning is vital to proper diagnostic interpretation in veterinary medicine, including zoological companion animals (ZCA, exotics). Due to the variety in body shapes and species, they can be difficult to position properly to avoid rotation. This lab will provide hands-on practice with a variety of species, including mammals, birds, and reptiles. We will discuss techniques for positioning, and learners will be able to practice positioning themselves through use of

cadavers and models. The lab will take place in a radiology suite so learners can critique their own techniques and troubleshoot as needed.

Clinical Techniques in Zoological Companion Animals (Exotics)(Afternoon Only)

12:30–2:30 PM

Miranda Sadar, DVM, Dipl. ACZM

Clinical techniques that are utilized commonly in small animal practice are also common in zoological companion animal (ZCA, exotics) practice. However, these techniques can be intimidating due to the variety of species and different body shapes. This lab is focused on triage and emergency techniques, and will be most appropriate for those new to ZCA species, however more advanced learners are welcome to attend and further practice their skills. Techniques covered will include proper restraint, injections, venipuncture and catheterization sites (both IV and IO), intubation, and proper CPR techniques. This lab will provide hands-on practice with both mammal and bird cadavers.

Urinalysis Refresher Lab 9:30–11:30 AM, 12:30–2:30 PMBrianne Bellwood, RVT, VTS (Clinical Pathology)Sponsored by IDEXX

A two hour lecture/lab to provide you with the information needed to confidently run a complete urinalysis in your clinic. You’ll also get up to speed on what is new in the world of in house urinalysis. During the lab, you’ll be provided with lecture material and will be guided through a complete UA. You will be examining an abnormal sample and will have time to share your findings with the group and discuss the significance of each with the presenter.

Bovine Applied Local Anesthesia: Student Lab9:15–11:15 AM, 12:15–2:15 PMCarolyn Cartwright, RVT, VTS (Anesthesia/Analgesia)*NEW-Additional spots open to SAVT/RVTTC members

Participants will be given an overview of available drugs and their appropriate application, learn techniques and hone their skills on local anesthesia to aid in analgesia and anesthesia in a bovine patient. This is a combination live and cadaver lab, maintaining safety for the patient and participant. *Appropriate attire is required.

Mice and Rats 101: Student Lab9:15–11:15 AM, 12:15–2:15 PMPeggy Nelles, RVT, RMLAT*Additional spots open to SAVT/RVTTC members**NOTE: Off-Site lab, requires travel via Lakeland Bus

In this lab, we will cover basic handling which will include learning the proper approach to these prey animals. Participants will learn how to remove them from a cage and hold them until restraint is required. Restraint methods will be shown using hands; no hard mechanical devices. Sexing of mice and rats using visual/anatomical methods will be covered. Demonstration of Oral gavage, injections (IP and SQ) and various methods for blood collection will be shown.

CSI FETI (Bovine Fetal Necropsy)9:15–11:15 AM, 12:15–2:15 PMAngela Turner, Program Coordinator, Department of Veterinary Pathology, WCVM VT, Cert. Bus. Admin., PO

A thorough investigation into the death of an innocent bovine fetus. To solve this mystery we will have to perform a complete post mortem, collect appropriate tissue samples and rely on science to help us discover the true cause of death. Was it murder? Suicide? Natural Causes? You’ll have to show up to find out.

SWIM Cats: A Multimodal Approach To Feline Mobility (Morning Only)

9:30–11:30 AMJenn PankoSponsored by The SPAW and TotoFit Canada

Join Jenn for what promises to be a fun and interactive introduction to The S.W.I.M Cats (Safe Weight Loss and Improved Mobility) Program featuring a multimodal approach to feline mobility, pain management, and weight loss using The MEOW and PURR Program

M = Morphometric MeasurementsE = ExerciseO = Osteoarthritis ManagementW = Weight Loss

P = Pain ManagementU = Underwater TreadmillR = Rehabilitation TherapyR = Regular Body Fat Index and Ideal

Weight Calculations

...yes there will be cats in the underwater treadmill and cats doing therapeutic exercise!

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Uh-Oh! It’s a Cruciate. What Next? A Multimodal Approach To Pre-habilitation, Post-Operative Care, Rehabilitation, and Return to Activity (Afternoon Only)

12:30–2:30 PMJenn PankoSponsored by The SPAW and TotoFit Canada

Cruciates happen! In this wetlab we will explore a multimodal approach to pre-habilitation, post-operative care, rehabilitation (with or without surgery), return to activity and fitness, core strengthening, and balance exercises for all ages and stages.

Prevention and Management of Fear and Aggression in the Veterinary Practice9:30 AM–2:30 PMGary Landsberg DVM, DACVB, DECAWBM

This seminar will first look at the consequences of a fearful veterinary environment on the emotional and physical well-being of the pet as well as its effect on the pet owner and veterinary hospital personnel. We will then focus on strategies and methods for making the veterinary visit a positive, fear free experience for dogs and cats as well as for the owners and the veterinary team by attending to the social and physical environment to which the pet is exposed from home to clinic, through veterinary procedures and home again. In the final portion of the seminar we will look at

how to most calmly and effectively manage those pets that become fearful, anxious or stressed during the veterinary visit by making adjustments to approach and handling, through behavioral modification including desensitization and counterconditioning and with the use of behavior management products, and with medications both prior to the visit and during the visit.

Equine PPID and EMS9:30–11:30 AMDr. Douglas Myers, BSc DVMSponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim

These two Equine Endocrine conditions of horses can be difficult to diagnose, understand and develop a treatment plan tailored for each specific horse’s needs. Learn the latest information on each syndrome and how an RVT plays a crucial role in the overall success.

Equine Emergency Medicine9:30–11:30 AMDr. Douglas Myers, BSc DVMSponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim

If you own a horse, you can just about guarantee you will have an emergency at some point in time. As an RVT, you will be dealing with multiple emergencies throughout the course of the year in any mixed or large animal clinic. We will review the common Equine emergencies, goals of treatment and how you play an important role in a successful outcome.

Pig Welfare and the Code of Practice12:30–2:30 PMBridget Gray, DVM

Food animal welfare is a consumer/societal concern and welfare concepts are evolving. This presentation will cover welfare and production practices that are currently acceptable with reference to the Code. The Code is a science based consensus for animal use guidelines and an excellent educational tool. This document provides the basis for the National Animal Care Assessment (ACA) program and is referenced in the application of federal and provincial welfare legislation.

Public Trust in Agriculture12:30–2:30 PMClinton Monchuk, PAgSponsored by Farm and Food Care

Saskatchewan farmers and ranchers are very proud to be world leaders of healthy, safe, responsibly-produced foods. However, there is a growing gap between farmers and consumers who are unfamiliar with where their food comes from. With less than three percent of the Canadian population now having direct ties to the farm, the need for concerted efforts related to consumer engagement is more important than ever!

HOW TO REGISTER FOR THE 33RD ANNUAL CONFERENCE & TRADESHOWREGISTRATION STARTS SEPTEMBER 6th at 12 NoonEARLY BIRD REGISTRATION ENDS OCTOBER 13, 2017REGISTRATION ENDS OCTOBER 20th at 9:00pm

1. Visit www.savt.ca

2. Click on the “Register Online” link on the SAVT website.

3. Follow the directions on the safe and secure online registration site.

4. Payment options: a) If your employer is paying by credit card or debit card—

enter it online at time of registration. b) If you are paying by credit card or debit card—enter it

online at time of registration.

c) If you or your employer are paying by cheque: - Indicate that option, & print the invoice. - Give invoice to your employer and have employer send

a copy of invoice with payment. NOTE: Clinic may pay multiple invoices on one cheque.

d) You or your employer may pay by Interac e-transfer. - use [email protected] as email recipient.

5. A receipt will be sent to your email once your registration is complete. Please print a copy for your records

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