Florida Veterinary Technician Association

04/18/2026

Reminder!
🎁 Bonus!
The first 100 CVTs who RSVP and attend the entire session will receive a $25 Grubhub credit.

🩺 Making Complicated GI Issues Simple 🩺 1‑Hour CE Webinar
Join us for an engaging and practical continuing education session designed especially for veterinary professionals!

📅 May 6th
⏰ 7:00 PM (EST)
🎤 Presented by:
Tania Otero, DVM
Hill’s Professional Consulting Veterinarian

✨ What you’ll learn:
Participants will learn about the critical role of nutrition in managing gastrointestinal (GI) disease and distinguish between various GI conditions, including acute, chronic, food sensitivity, food allergy, and stress-related GI upset. The session will also cover the GI microbiome and its three primary functions: protection, strengthening the immune system, and feeding GI cells. We will conclude by discussing how prebiotics can positively impact the microbiome.

📌 Important registration information:
✅ Registration is required by email
📧 Email [email protected] to secure your spot
⚠️ Grubhub credit is limited to the first 100 CVTs who register and attend the full session
Don’t miss this opportunity to earn CE and strengthen your GI knowledge 🐾

04/01/2026

🩺 Making Complicated GI Issues Simple 🩺 1‑Hour CE Webinar

Join us for an engaging and practical continuing education session designed especially for veterinary professionals!

📅 May 6th
⏰ 7:00 PM (EST)
🎤 Presented by:
Tania Otero, DVM
Hill’s Professional Consulting Veterinarian

✨ What you’ll learn:
Participants will learn about the critical role of nutrition in managing gastrointestinal (GI) disease and distinguish between various GI conditions, including acute, chronic, food sensitivity, food allergy, and stress-related GI upset. The session will also cover the GI microbiome and its three primary functions: protection, strengthening the immune system, and feeding GI cells. We will conclude by discussing how prebiotics can positively impact the microbiome.

🎁 Bonus!
The first 100 CVTs who RSVP and attend the entire session will receive a $25 Grubhub credit.

📌 Important registration information:
✅ Registration is required by email
📧 Email [email protected] to secure your spot
⚠️ Grubhub credit is limited to the first 100 CVTs who register and attend the full session

Don’t miss this opportunity to earn CE and strengthen your GI knowledge 🐾

04/01/2026

📢 FVTA Board Elections Are Now Open! 📢

It’s time to make your voice heard. Voting for the FVTA Board is officially open from April 1 through April 30.

We have an incredible group of candidates this year, and your vote helps shape the future of our association and the veterinary technician profession in Florida.

🗳️ Cast your vote here:
https://forms.gle/VJAUq3zhtcbAZ3rB8

Thank you for being engaged members and for helping guide the direction of FVTA!

Please review the candidate biographies below and cast your vote by checking the box next to your preferred candidate for each position.

03/22/2026

⏰ Don’t Forget — It’s TOMORROW! 🐾

Join us for an Antech CE Hour you won’t want to miss:
In Sickness and in Health: Unleashing the Power of Preventive Labwork

🎤 Christine Garrett, DVM
⏰ Tomorrow at 7:00 PM ET
🎓 1‑Hour CE

Description: In this CE we explore the value of preventive medicine by recalling expert and evidence based medical recommendations. We will explore a brief comparison of broad population-based and patient-specific reference intervals reminding us of one of the many benefits of diagnostics performed during wellness. We will then spend the rest of our time reviewing cases that highlight the impact of wellness testing at different life stages.

👉 Join us tomorrow and earn CE with Antech:

03/20/2026

🌟 FVTA Board Member Nominations Are Coming to an End get your Nominations in before it’s too late🌟

The Florida Veterinary Technician Association is now accepting nominations for upcoming board positions. This is a great opportunity to get involved, grow as a leader, and help shape the future of our profession in Florida.

We are currently seeking nominations for the following positions:

• President-Elect
• Treasurer-Elect
• Corresponding Secretary

Serving on the FVTA Board allows you to advocate for veterinary technicians, support continuing education, strengthen professional connections, and contribute to the advancement of our field statewide.

📅 Nomination deadline: March 21, 2026

🗳️ Elections: April 1 through April 30 via an emailed survey sent to eligible members

Newly elected officers will assume their positions at the following FVTA board meeting in May.

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President-Elect Responsibilities

• Perform the duties of the President in their absence or disability
• Assist the President as assigned
• Forward inquiries to the appropriate Executive Board member
• Present a report at the annual membership meeting if requested
• Automatically succeed to the office of President at the end of the term

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Treasurer-Elect Responsibilities

• Perform the duties of the Treasurer during their absence or disability
• Perform duties as assigned by the Treasurer
• Forward inquiries to the appropriate Executive Board member
• Present a report at the annual membership meeting if requested
• Automatically succeed to the office of Treasurer at the end of the term without the formality of an election

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Corresponding Secretary Responsibilities

• Send correspondence to FVTA members and other organizations
• Notify all new Executive Board and Advisory Board members of their appointment
• Forward inquiries to the appropriate Executive Board member
• Provide a report at the annual membership meeting if requested

If you are interested in running or would like to nominate a qualified colleague, we encourage you to submit a nomination. Self-nominations are welcome.

Thank you for helping us build a strong and engaged leadership team for the FVTA. Together, we move our profession forward.

💙🐾 Nomination Form - https://forms.gle/vFwKApFeNY5yz8Gi9

Nominate eligible members or yourself for the positions of President-Elect, Treasurer-Elect, and Corresponding Secretary for the upcoming term.

03/17/2026

🐶 WEBINAR: Different Dogs, Different Paths 🐶
Insights into Personalized OA Pain Management

Osteoarthritis pain is one of the most common—yet under-recognized—conditions impacting canine quality of life. Explore the latest science behind OA pain, including the role of nerve growth factor (NGF).

🎤 Featured Speaker: Mikayla Mayland, DVM, ACVS‑SA
📅 Date: March 26, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM (Eastern Time – US & Canada)
🎓 CE Credit: Complimentary | 1‑Hour RACE CE

Register to attend and gain valuable knowledge on tailoring OA pain management to each patient’s unique needs!

Link to Register:

Complimentary CE | 1-Hour RACE CE Osteoarthritis pain is one of the most common—yet under-recognized—conditions impacting canine quality of life. Explore the latest science behind OA pain, including the role of nerve growth factor (NGF). Designed for busy practitioners, this session delivers a p...

03/16/2026

Don’t Forget — CE Coming Up!

🐾 Antech CE Hour is right around the corner!
In Sickness and in Health: Unleashing the Power of Preventive Labwork

🎤 Christine Garrett, DVM
📅 March 23, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM ET
🎓 1‑Hour CE

Description: In this CE we explore the value of preventive medicine by recalling expert and evidence based medical recommendations. We will explore a brief comparison of broad population-based and patient-specific reference intervals reminding us of one of the many benefits of diagnostics performed during wellness. We will then spend the rest of our time reviewing cases that highlight the impact of wellness testing at different life stages.

👉 Link to virtual meeting:

03/13/2026

🐾 WEBINAR ALERT: Rising to Meet New Parasite Challenges 🐾
The parasite landscape is changing faster than ever. New species are emerging, ranges are expanding, and resistance is increasing—creating serious new threats for dogs, cats, and even the people who care for them.

This complimentary, 1‑hour RACE‑approved CE
Featured Speaker: Susan Little, DVM, PhD, DACVM (Parasitology)

📅 Date: March 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM (Eastern Time – US & Canada)
🎓 CE Credit: Complimentary | 1‑Hour RACE CE

Don’t miss this opportunity!

Link to register:

Complimentary CE | 1-Hour RACE CE The parasite landscape is changing faster than ever. New species are emerging, ranges are expanding, and resistance is increasing—creating serious new threats for dogs, cats, and even the people who care for them. Join us as we break down today’s most pressing p...

03/07/2026

📣 FREE RACE‑Approved Webinar 📣

NAVTA is hosting a FREE, RACE‑approved webinar!

🗓 Thursday, March 12, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM EDT
🎓 Tips and Tricks for Successful Elimination Diet Trials in Dogs
👩‍⚕️ Presented by: Dr. Kacie Blessing, DVM, DACVD
🤝 Sponsored by: Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets

✨ Learning Objectives include:
• Briefly review the pathogenesis of food allergies
• Review clinical signs and diagnostic tests available for food allergies
• Learn how to perform an elimination diet trial
• Explore diet options during the diet trial
• Discover practical tips and tricks for diet‑trial success

Link to Register:

03/05/2026

🧪 Antech CE Hour 🐾
In Sickness and in Health: Unleashing the Power of Preventive Labwork

🎤 Speaker: Christine Garrett, DVM
Senior Professional Services Veterinarian
Antech Diagnostics | Southern US

📅 Date: March 23, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM ET
🎓 CE: 1‑Hour CE
Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_MjdhYjM1NWUtYjMzNy00Yjg4LTg2NGQtMTViNTI1YmYyYjA3%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22a2bdfa5e-be87-4736-892b-6db8bbf91546%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22c5f70c59-695f-4264-95d2-05e9a800934a%22%7d

Description: In this CE we explore the value of preventive medicine by recalling expert and evidence based medical recommendations. We will explore a brief comparison of broad population-based and patient-specific reference intervals reminding us of one of the many benefits of diagnostics performed during wellness. We will then spend the rest of our time reviewing cases that highlight the impact of wellness testing at different life stages.

👉Join us and earn CE with Antech!