Feline Veterinarian Bootcamp for New Graduates
Thursday, September 24
9:00 am – 4:30 pm
Jumpstart your career in feline medicine with our hands-on full-day Bootcamp designed for recent veterinarian graduates. Gain real-world experience, learn from leading experts, and connect with like-minded peers. Navigating the path to a diagnosis, and subsequent management and treatment, involves critical thinking and methodically working through cases. Build confidence in diagnosing and managing common feline conditions through guided, practical training—setting you up for success in a collaborative, supportive environment.
You do not need to register for the Annual Conference or Pre-conference Day to attend.
Thank you to our sponsor
Program Highlights
Expert-led Training
Learn from veterinarians who bring years of practical experience and cutting-edge knowledge to the table. The speakers have a wide array of experience in different settings and will share practical tips and case-based recommendations.
Hands-on Experience
Gain practical skills through interactive discussions and real-world case studies. Attendees will be able to interact with feline models and have discussions with the facilitators and speakers.
Comprehensive Curriculum
This Bootcamp will cover feline health conditions you encounter most frequently in practice, including gastrointestinal, urinary, pain, and dermatologic cases. In addition, expert speakers will share practical, real-world insights and lessons drawn from their experience to help you deliver more effective, Cat Friendly care.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with fellow new graduates and industry experts, building a professional network that will support your career growth.
Why Choose Our Bootcamp
Feline-focused
Unlike general veterinary programs, our Bootcamp is dedicated exclusively to feline medicine, ensuring you receive the most relevant clinical training.
Career Advancement
New graduates will significantly advance their careers through enhanced knowledge and practical skills in feline medicine, enabling them to provide superior care for cats and become invaluable assets to their practice.
Support
Participating in our Bootcamp offers new graduates the unique opportunity to meet and collaborate with peers who share their passion for feline medicine. This collaborative environment fosters the exchange of ideas, builds lasting professional relationships, and creates a supportive network that can be invaluable throughout your career.
Practice Owners
Save valuable time and enhance your practice’s efficiency by sending your new graduates to our Feline Veterinarian Bootcamp, where they will quickly gain the skills needed to be proficient in feline medicine and be ready to see feline patients that come through your door.
Prerequisites
- Recent graduate, 3 years or less out of veterinary school (needs to have graduated after March 2023)
- Must have acquired the Cat Friendly Veterinarian® Certificate by August 1, 2026
- Agree to share your contact information with the Sponsor
- Participate in a survey after the Bootcamp
Registration
This course is limited to 36 participants. It is intended for those who have recently graduated from veterinary school within the last three years.
- Registrants receive a continental breakfast, lunch, and beverages during the Bootcamp
- Registrants are invited to a separate Coffee Break to reconnect (planned for Friday morning)
- Registrants will receive giveaways and resources to support their participation and growth
Speakers
Lacie Lee, DVM
Autumn McBride, DVM
Ashlie Saffire, DVM, DABVP (Feline)
Cost & Registration
Embark on a rewarding journey to become a skilled feline veterinarian, gaining critical knowledge and practical experience while building a network of like-minded peers who share your passion for feline medicine. Sign up now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career dedicated to the health and well-being of our feline companions.
Member: $499 Early Bird; $599 Regular
Non-member: $599 Early Bird; $699 Regular