Cats 101: Whiskers to Diaphragm!

A Seminar by Cat Specialist Services

A must-attend event for vet students and new grads who want to level up their feline medicine confidence.

Are you a vet student or recent graduate looking to sharpen your feline knowledge and build real-world skills? Join the feline experts from Cat Specialist Services for a jam-packed seminar that takes you from ears to endocrine with practical insights and case-based tips you won’t get from textbooks.

Designed specifically for those early in their veterinary careers, Cats 101: Whiskers to Diaphragm! covers the foundations of feline practice—clinical know-how, cat-specific quirks, and the confidence to handle your next tricky feline case like a pro.

What You’ll Learn:

Evie Knight – Otitis in Cats
Get a clear and practical approach to diagnosing and treating ear disease in cats—even when your patient is less than thrilled to be examined.

Vicki Liddle – What’s Different About Cats' Eyes?
Understand how feline eyes differ from dogs (and humans), and what that means for diagnosing eye issues in general practice.

Chris Lam – Survival Guide to Facing the Suspected Cardiac Cat in General Practice
Learn how to approach the “cardiac cat” with calm and clarity, even if you're not a cardiologist (yet!).

Kieran Maddern – Tips and Tricks for Feline Anaesthesia
Anaesthetising cats can be nerve-wracking—this session will give you confidence, with practical strategies that work in a busy clinic setting.

Dr Rachel Korman – Cat Handling and Common Endocrine Diseases in Cats
From diabetes to hyperthyroidism, get to know the most common hormonal diseases in cats—and how to handle your patients safely and effectively.

Why This Event is for You

Learn directly from Australia’s leading feline specialists
Build your confidence in handling and treating cats in clinical settings
Ask questions, gain clarity, and prepare for practice
Network with peers and mentors who understand the challenges of starting out in vet med

Who Should Attend:
Vet students (final years especially!) and recent graduates
If you love cats (or want to love treating them more), this is your starting point!

Hosted by:
Cat Specialist Services – Australia’s feline-only referral centre dedicated to elevating standards in cat medicine and care.

This event is free, however, tickets are essential for planning and capacity purposes.

Free give-aways for all attendees!