2025 FelineVMA Annual Conference

Why You Should Attend

There’s nothing quite like the FelineVMA Annual Conference — just ask anyone who’s been. Whether you’re a seasoned feline-focused professional or just beginning your journey in veterinary medicine, this is your chance to immerse yourself in a community that shares your passion for cats. The 2025 Annual Conference in Portland, OR, offers more than cutting-edge education — it’s an experience that reinvigorates your love for the profession, connects you with like-minded peers, and delivers practical insights you can bring back to your practice. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be surrounded by people who truly get cats, this is where you’ll find them.

Conference Add-ons

Workshops

Hands-on Feline Orthopedic Evaluation Workshop
The approach to a clinically meaningful and efficient orthopedic evaluation of the cat will be discussed. The components of capturing a relevant history, observation of the cat, and the hands-on examination will be presented and discussed. Delegates will gain hands-on (yes, live cats) and expert-guided experience in techniques for successful orthopedic/osteoarthritis examinations. Cat Friendly and staff-friendly approaches will be emphasized. Learn how to augment your feline practice and build stronger client bonds with your cat caregivers. Review tools and protocols to optimize outcomes for your feline osteoarthritic patients.

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Separate registration is required to attend this event, and this Workshop is not included in Pre-conference Day registration. The Workshop will take place on Thursday, September 19, from 7:45 am to 11:45 am. A light breakfast will be provided. Make sure you return your registration form early to get a seat. Attendance is on a first-come, first-served basis, and Conference registration is required (limited to 30 registrants).

Ticket Price: $475 – Early-bird; $485 – Regular

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Introduction of Ultrasound to the Feline Urinary Tract Workshop
The use of point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is steadily growing in veterinary general practice, thanks to advances in technology that have made ultrasound more accessible and user-friendly. While many veterinarians are eager to incorporate ultrasound into their practice, they often aren’t sure where to begin. This Workshop will focus on ultrasound scanning techniques for the kidneys and bladder, with a strong emphasis on the bladder. Participants will learn fundamental scanning techniques, how to obtain accurate measurements, and how to identify common conditions affecting the upper and lower urinary tracts. Additionally, participants will have access to multiple phantom models, including a kidney model, bladder phantoms (some normal, some with pathology), target phantoms, and vascular phantoms to practice needle techniques.

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Separate registration is required to attend this event. Two workshops will be presented on Saturday, September 20, from 8:10 to 10:00 a.m. and 3:10 to 5:00 p.m. Be sure to register early to get a seat (there are limited to 24 in each Workshop). Attendance is on a first-come, first-served basis, and Conference registration is required.

Ticket Price: $159 – Veterinarian Early-bird; $169 – Veterinarian Regular; $99 – Technician Early-bird; $109 – Technician Regular

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Cat Friendly Interactions & Handling Workshop for Technicians
The goals of Cat Friendly handling are to minimize feline stressors and to promote positive veterinary experiences for cats, subsequently increasing feline welfare, caregiver loyalty, and human safety. More appropriate handling techniques are provided for cats that continue to display fear or other negative emotions despite our best efforts. Understanding the cat is the foundation of feline handling principles and techniques. Cats are unique animals because they are the only solitary hunter that can live amicably with people. They have strong survival instincts and protective mechanisms when they perceive threats, which are not uncommon during veterinary visits. This hands-on Workshop will begin with an updated summary presentation to help understand cats and why certain handling techniques work best. This will be followed by a breakout into small groups with a demonstration of multiple techniques; each attendee will then have the opportunity to apply those techniques utilizing live cats.

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Separate registration is required to attend this event. This Workshop will be presented on Sunday, September 21, from 7:30 am – 10:30 am. Make sure to register early to get a seat in the Workshop. Attendance is on a first-come, first-served basis. Conference registration is required (limited to 36 registrants).

Ticket Price: $79 – Early-bird; $89 – Regular

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Masterclass & Bootcamp

Masterclass: Subtleties of Feline CKD Management
Attendees of this Masterclass will benefit from a focused learning environment with limited participants, ensuring interactive discussions. This exclusive setting allows for in-depth exploration and analysis of the complex subtleties in management, expert insights, and real-life case studies of chronic kidney disease in cats. Participants will have ample opportunities to engage with the speakers, ask questions, work through cases, and share experiences, enhancing their ability to provide optimal care for feline patients.

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Separate registration is required to attend this event. This Masterclass will be presented on Saturday, September 20, from 3:00 – 5:00 pm. Make sure to register early to get a seat. Attendance is on a first-come, first-served basis. Conference registration is required (limited to 22 registrants).

Ticket Price: $159 – Early-bird; $169 – Regular

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Feline Veterinarian Bootcamp for New Graduates
Are you a recent veterinary graduate with a passion for feline medicine? Join our exclusive Feline Veterinarian Bootcamp, designed to provide you with real-world experience, learning from top experts, and connecting with fellow new graduates who share your passion for cats. Navigating the path to a diagnosis, and subsequent management and treatment, involves critical thinking and methodically working through cases. This Bootcamp is tailored for new graduates to help you understand where to begin with common diagnoses and how to approach the diagnostic process effectively. Enhance your knowledge and practical skills in a supportive and collaborative environment, setting the stage for a successful and fulfilling career in feline medicine.

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You must meet the following prerequisites to register for the Bootcamp:

• Recent graduate, five years or less out of veterinary school at the time of the Bootcamp
• Must have acquired the Cat Friendly Veterinarian^® Certificate by July 1, 2025
• Agree to share your contact with the Sponsor
• Participate in a survey after the Bootcamp

Separate registration is required to attend this event. If you do not see this option when you are registering for the Conference online, it is likely due to the criteria above not being met. If you think you fit the criteria to register, please reach out to us at conference@catvets.com.

This Bootcamp will take place on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 7:45 – 11:45 am. Make sure to register early to get a seat. Attendance is on a first-come, first-served basis. Conference registration is required (limited to 30 registrants). More details are available here.

Ticket Price: Members – $399; Non-members – $549

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Lunch and Learns

Separate registration is required to attend these events, and space is limited in each session. Make sure you register early to participate in a Lunch & Learn. We ask that you please limit your registration to two Lunch & Learn sessions over the three days so others have the opportunity to attend. If you register for more than two additional sessions will be removed from your registration and selected at random. Attendance is on a first-come, first-served basis. Conference registration is required.

Ticket Price: FREE (Limited to 125 Registrants each)

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Early Riser Yoga Classes

Start your day the zen way with a free yoga class. Suitable for all abilities, this class includes breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, practiced for health and relaxation. This session will be easy to follow, for all ages, and anyone from beginners to advanced workout enthusiasts is welcome. There will be two Yoga classes provided – Friday, September 19, and Saturday, September 20, from 6:00 am – 7:00 am; both located in Willamette 1 in the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Why not meet up with your colleagues and enjoy a relaxing time before a full day of CE? Attendees must pre-register for this event and must complete a waiver to participate.

Ticket Prices: FREE (waiver required)

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Included in Your Registration

Breakfast Symposia
Back by popular demand, sponsored Breakfast Symposia lectures will be complimentary to all attendees. Join us for presentations on Conflicting Comorbidities: Tips & Tricks for Managing Your Complicated Kitty Patients, sponsored by Zoetis, and Best Kept Secrets in Healthy Cat Nutrition, sponsored by Royal Canin.

Conference App
The Conference App is back! With the App, you will have access to the schedule, the ability to chat with attendees and speakers, sponsor information, and much more at your fingertips. Accessing the app will be easier than ever with complimentary Wi-Fi sponsored by Dechra in the meeting space for all in-person attendees. Access details will be emailed before the Conference.

Wi-Fi Access
Complimentary Wi-Fi will also be provided to all attendees in the Convention Center ballroom space and the Exhibit Hall. The Wi-Fi is sponsored by Dechra.

Meals
Your Conference registration includes breakfast and lunch all three days of the general conference. A large variety of hot and cold items is served, including vegetarian, vegan, and other healthy alternatives. Coffee breaks and receptions are also provided. Pre-conference Day, which is an additional fee (not included in the Three-day Conference), includes lunch and a coffee break with a snack in the afternoon.

Welcome Reception
All attendees are invited to the Welcome Reception located at the Convention Center Plaza, hosted by Boehringer Ingelheim on Thursday, September 18. Refreshments and appetizers will be provided while you have the opportunity to network and socialize with friends and meet new colleagues.

Happy Hour Reception
All attendees are invited to this reception co-sponsored by Merck and Purina on Friday, September 19, in the Exhibit Hall. Refreshments and appetizers will be provided as you have the opportunity to visit with exhibitors and colleagues. We encourage all conference attendees to make the most of this time to ask questions, test equipment, create relationships, and learn about new products. A special raffle card will be provided during this reception so you can visit the Sponsors’ booths, obtain a unique stamp, and submit the card for additional prizes.

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Giveaways & Raffle Prizes
Attendees will receive a plethora of giveaways with their registration materials. Raffle prizes will also be awarded, so be sure to visit the Exhibit Hall to stamp your Exhibit Passport, included in your registration materials onsite, for your chance to win!

Conference Proceedings
Proceedings Notes are provided to each attendee. Since we know you cannot be in two places at one time, the notes for most of the sessions will be included in the Conference proceedings, so you will not miss out on any valuable information. Access includes:

1. Online Proceedings: Each registered attendee will receive an email approximately three weeks before the event with complimentary online access. You MUST print out these notes if you want the proceeding notes onsite (unless you have pre-purchased a printed book).
2. Printed Book: You may pre-purchase a Printed Proceedings Book for $65.00, which will be provided to you when you register onsite. If you purchase a Proceedings Book but do not attend the Conference, there will be a $15 shipping and handling fee.

Exhibit Hall
Each registered attendee has full access to our busy Exhibit Hall. The Exhibit Hall will be open during coffee breaks, lunches, and the Friday Happy Hour Reception. A full list of exhibiting companies can be found here. Please note: the FelineVMA does not endorse the products or services of the companies that exhibit.

• Friday, September 19, 2025: 9:30 am to 6:30 pm
• Saturday, September 20, 2025: 10:00 am to 3:15 pm
• Sunday, September 21, 2025: 9:45 am to 1:45 pm

On-demand Virtual Access
On-demand Virtual Access will be available to all in-person registered attendees. The Conference will not be live-streamed. The sessions in the main three ballrooms will be available on-demand approximately 4-5 weeks following the in-person Conference. There will be a total of 54 sessions available on demand. Sessions from the Pre-conference Day (Thursday, 9/18), Lunch & Learn sessions, Workshops, Masterclass, and Bootcamp will not be available on demand.

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Event Policies and Attendee Guidelines

The FelineVMA is dedicated to providing a safe and productive environment for everyone attending our events. To help ensure all attendees have a pleasant Conference experience, we ask you to please read through and abide by our Conference policies and attendee guidelines. They include, but are not limited to: General Policies, Code of Conduct, Cancellations & Refunds, Americans with Disabilities Act, Children in Sessions, Animals at the Conference, and Consent to Use Photographic Images. The Policies and Guidelines can be read here.

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CE Credits

This Conference will be submitted (but not yet approved) for 33.5 continuing education credits in jurisdictions that recognize AAVSB RACE approval; however, participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Once obtained, the program approval number will be listed here and on the CE form.

Pre-conference Day

• Thursday, September 18, 2025 – Up to 9.5 CE Hours 

General Conference:

• Friday, September 19, 2025 – Up to 7 CE Hours 
• Saturday, September 20, 2025 – Up to 8 CE Hours 
• Sunday, September 21, 2025 – Up to 8.5 CE Hours

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