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"An Advanced Course: Management of the Ferret for Veterinary Professionals"

AFA Presents Veterinary Seminar, Encourages Ferret Owners to Spread the Word


Update: RACE credit is being provided through provider #160, the International Ferret Council.*

On Saturday, October 8, 2005, the American Ferret Association, in conjunction with IDEXX Laboratories, will proudly present "An Advanced Course: Management of the Ferret for Veterinary Professionals" in Sunnyvale, California.

This one-day symposium is a must for those who are treating ferrets or who plan to treat ferrets in their practices. There are an estimated 10 million ferrets in the U.S. today, making them the third most popular interactive companion animal. Veterinarians, veterinary technicians, students, and allied health professionals will be interested in the range of topics as well as the in-depth panel discussions that will address the practitioner’s questions about this fascinating carnivore species. Learn everything from the basics to cutting edge technology. Find out about new approaches to diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Participate in discussions on various ways of treating malignancies in ferrets.

Highlights:

•Emergency Medicine & Critical Care
•General Ferret Oncology
•Tips for Treating Ferrets with Cancer
•Lymphoma Overview &
New Therapy Options
•Gastrointestinal & Hepatic Diseases
•Studying Ferret Behavior
•Newly Diagnosed Myositis

This Symposium is hosted by the American Ferret Association. This Symposium has several sponsors: IDEXX is our Platinum Level Sponsor; Eight In One Pet Products, Inc., is our Silver Level Sponsor.

IDEXX is a worldwide leader in innovative products and services for veterinary, food and water applications. Their companion animal and equine businesses combine biotechnology with medical devices and information technology to support veterinarians' efforts in providing excellent care while building successful practices. Their food and water businesses employ efficient technologies for livestock/poultry monitoring and ensuring the safety of public water and milk.

Founded in 1888, 8 in 1 is not only among the most enduring pet products companies in the world, it's one of the most multi-faceted. Serving dogs, cats, birds, and small animals, they have provided for generations of healthy pets. With a product line of more than 1,200 items, 8 in 1 consistently sets industry standards for innovation and quality.

CLICK HERE for Registration Information

CLICK HERE for Seminar Agenda

CLICK HERE for a Flyer - Distribute to your veterinarian and other veterinarians in your area. The health and well-being of ferrets everywhere is our goal!

*AFA would like to thank the IFC for helping us with RACE approval for our 2005 Ferret Veterinary Symposium.