Rabbits and Small Furries Congress
Thursday 11th April 2024
Virtual Event
Online Registration, Exhibition and Lounges |
Chair's WelcomeJan De La Rey BVSc MRCVS, Medivet |
Rabbit breeds – When appearance affects health and welfareClaire Speight RVN, A1, C&G Cert VNES There are over 100 recognised rabbit breeds that vary greatly in size, fur type, ear position and length, as well as facial elongation and shape. These man-made characteristics are far removed from how nature intends rabbits to look and as such, many of these breeds can suffer from health, behaviour and welfare problems. During this presentation we will look at:
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Rabbits - Pain and AnalgesiaLivia Benato DVM MScR CertZooMed Dip ECZM (Small Mammals) MRCVS This presentation will cover the following key learning points:
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Live Q&A PanelPresent questions (anonymously if desired) to the speakers. |
Morning Break, Online Exhibition and Lounges |
Families: The two legged and four-legged smalliesDr Anne McBride Research suggests that ownership of dogs and cats can support favourable psychological development in children, especially where there are suitable adult role models. Yet, small mammals, and other taxa, are increasingly chosen as children’s pets. They require less space, time and money - important considerations, especially for families with no garden access. However, this may not mean that children and small pets are a match made in heaven. In this session we will explore ways to help children and their animals benefit from each other throughout the whole of the animal’s life, which can span several developmental phases of the child. |
Live Q&A PanelPresent questions (anonymously if desired) to the speakers. |
Lunch Break, Online Exhibition and Lounges |
Small Rodent Pre, Peri and Post Anaesthesia ProtocolsCarly Tonner RVN CertVNES In this session, we will delve into comprehensive pre, peri and post-anaesthesia protocols for small rodents. There will be emphasis on the critical importance of monitoring these delicate creatures throughout the anaesthesia process. The goal of this presentation is to increase confidence for veterinary professionals, when dealing with a variety of small rodent species, taking into account their specific requirements along the way. |
Dealing with Rats and Mice in PracticeJohn Chitty BVetMed CertZooMed MRCVS This presentation will cover the following key learning points, to enable you to feel better equipped when dealing with rats and mice within practice:
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Live Q&A PanelPresent questions (anonymously if desired) to the speakers. |
Chair's CloseJan De La Rey BVSc MRCVS, Medivet |
Online Exhibition and Lounges |
Please note this programme is subject to change.
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