NZVNA Webinar: Helpful Tips for Handling Anxious Dogs and Cats in Clinic
Join Jess Beer for her webinar on Helpful Tips for Handling Anxious Dogs and Cats in Clinic
VetEducation and the New Zealand Vet Nurse Association (NZVNA) have joined forces to present an extraordinary series of lectures for vet nurses. Embracing the adage “If you want to go far, go together,” our collaboration aims to reach vet nurses everywhere, enhancing their practice with valuable insights and practical knowledge. We hope these lectures will make a meaningful difference in your professional experience.
About the Webinar
This lecture is an introduction to recognising all signs of stress including the freezing and hidden stress signals in our patients. It covers practical solutions to help create a feeling of safety in our patients and how to communicate this essential handling style to pet guardians. You’ll learn training ideas for guardians to start at home including towel wraps and muzzle training, and explore the concept of Cooperative Care. Additionally, we will discuss the role and appropriate process of offering happy visits and a brief overview of the benefits of anti anxiety supplements and medication.
About Vet Nurse Focus Series
VetEducation and the New Zealand Vet Nurse Association (NZVNA) have joined forces to present an extraordinary series of lectures for vet nurses, by vet nurses. Embracing the adage “If you want to go far, go together,” our collaboration aims to reach vet nurses everywhere, enhancing their practice with valuable insights and practical knowledge. We hope these lectures will make a meaningful difference in your professional experience.
SPEAKER
Dr Jess Beer BVSc MANZCVS - Veterinary Behaviour
Dr Jess Beer has more than 20 years of experience in companion animal clinical practice and has worked in the United Kingdom and New Zealand, as well as donating her time to charities in around the world.
In 2014, Jess gained her Membership of ANZCVS in Veterinary Behaviour, and since then has been practicing in general practice, charity rescue organisations and, Kiwi Vet Behaviour, as a Veterinary Behaviourist.
As an accredited veterinary behaviourist, Jess has been meticulously tested by the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists and as part of her accreditation, she is required to complete further professional development each year. This means you can be sure of getting the most modern, scientifically proven methodologies to help your pet.
Note: This webinar is being recorded. If you are unable to attend the live lecture, a link to the recording will be shared with you a few days following the lecture.