The Consulting Veterinary Nurse Dry-lab NZ
Kahuvet Education Centre, Wiri, Auckland
Friday 1st May 2026
This in-person workshop on veterinary nursing consults, is designed to enhance your skills and confidence in the consulting room. This hands-on session will equip you with essential communication techniques to effectively gather patient histories, explain findings, and educate clients. You’ll gain practical experience with common vet nursing consults like dental checks, nutrition and palliative care, to name just a few, through interactive role-playing scenarios, preparing you for real-world situations.
Medicine in the Bowl: Nutritional Management of Urinary Disease
Wednesday 13th May 2026 - 7.30pm NZST
Another great NZVNA webinar, proudly sponsored by Hills. This session focuses on the practical role of nutrition in managing and preventing urinary disease in companion animals.
It will cover common urinary conditions seen in practice, key dietary considerations, and how to confidently use nutrition as part of a treatment and long-term management plan. Expect clear, evidence-based guidance that can be applied immediately in a clinical setting.
Complimentary for NZVNA members, with tickets available for non-members.
Mastering Veterinary Nursing Consults: A 20-Minute Crash Course
NZVA & NZVNA Conference, NZ International Convention Centre, Auckland
Session: Thursday 25th June 2026 - 4.50pm
Vet Nursing Stream - Room 515, Level 5
In this quick-and-dirty consult skills session, we’ll break down the essential elements of outstanding veterinary nursing consults — communication, structure, and clinical excellence. Walk away with immediately usable tools to boost confidence, improve client engagement, and elevate the standard of care in your consults.
Calm in the Chaos: Tackling Anxiety in the Veterinary Space
Thursday 1st October 2026 - Time TBC
FREE Webinar! Anxiety is a prevalent issue among vets, veterinary nurses, and the wider veterinary team, impacting their personal wellbeing, job satisfaction, and overall performance. The high-stress environment of veterinary practice, coupled with emotional demands, can contribute significantly to anxiety. This presentation is designed to explore the sources of anxiety specific to veterinary spaces and provide practical strategies for managing and alleviating this stress.
RACE approved.