Cat Friendly Veterinarian (CFV)
This is the most advanced level which is only available for veterinarians. Explore all nine modules and in-depth information on feline health care.
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FELINE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) supports its members in improving the health and welfare of cats through high standards of practice, continuing education, and evidence-based medicine.
Our eLearning Center includes a growing collection of continuing education (CE) webinars and the Cat Friendly Certificate Program provided by trusted leaders in feline veterinary community. Select a course below to get started. Members can access all webinars for free.
The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) supports its members in improving the health and welfare of cats through high standards of practice, continuing education, and evidence-based medicine.
Our eLearning Center includes a growing collection of continuing education (CE) webinars and the Cat Friendly Certificate Program provided by trusted leaders in feline veterinary community. Select a course below to get started. Members can access all webinars for free.
Cat Friendly Veterinary Professional (CFVP)
Veterinary technicians, nurses, and practice managers will enhance their feline education and skills by completing modules one through seven to receive their...
Cat Friendly Veterinary Advocate (CFVA)
Veterinary staff including front office team members, veterinary assistants, practice managers, boarding assistants, or others in the veterinary industry will gain a...
FLUTD Potpourri Part 2: More Real World Cases from the Trenches
Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) is a common and recurrent condition that is complicated by its multifactorial nature. Cats with recurrent FLUTD contribute...
Feline Diabetes - Thinking Outside the Bottle
After a quick review of the unique characteristics of feline diabetes mellitus and the associated risk factors, the course will examine this new class of drugs of...
Feline Fine: Taking the Fear Out of Anesthetizing Cats
Cats walk a fine line between stable and unstable, awake, and asleep making it tricky to accurately gauge the patient’s condition. This lecture will review and discuss...
Inside the 2023 AAFP/IAAHPC Hospice and Palliative Care Guidelines
As the life expectancy of cats increases clinicians are seeing more cats with age-related diseases. Clinicians are also faced with helping cats with life-limiting...
A Guide to Diagnosis of FIP, FIV, and FeLV in 2023
This session will comprise an update on best practices for diagnosing three major feline viral infections of clinical significance: feline immunodeficiency virus...
The Story of Mayhem Maya and Insane Ida: How to Prioritize Nutrition for Kitties with Comorbidities
Using case examples, this course will discuss how to prioritize nutrients for cats with multiple disease states. Specifically, we will review how to appropriately...
Essential Feline Diabetes Management: What's New in 2023
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a common disease encountered in feline medicine. It typically occurs in middle-aged, overweight cats. Diabetes is a reversible condition if...
Essential Feline Health Care: Congenial, Compassionate and Convenient
Barriers to excellent feline health care are barriers to feline quality of life. In order to start breaking down these barriers, an essential component is that...
Calm that Cat…Is it Dermatology or Behavior?
Is this a behavior case? Is it dermatology? Is it both? Is it neither? This discussion is designed to teach a collaborative approach to diagnosing and treating itchy...
The Cat Friendly Veterinary Environment: Setting Up for Success
Cats are territorial by nature, preferring to remain within their defined safe space if possible. A trip to the veterinary hospital not only removes them from that...
Cat Friendly Interactions: Improving Visits for You and Cats
Overcome the primary barrier to feline healthcare by minimizing cat and client stress surrounding the veterinary visit. Additional benefits include veterinary team...
The Technician's Role in Diabetes Management
Our diabetic feline patients require a team to care for their needs. Veterinary professionals and compliant caregivers are all pieces of the puzzle for successful...