Exciting Venue Announcement – The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton!
We’re thrilled to announce that the Colonial Veterinary Conference has a beautiful new home for this year’s conference:
The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton at 5641 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach, Virgina 23464
This stunning retreat-style resort offers everything we hoped for—and more! With its 26 acres of landscaped gardens, peaceful lake views, and Colonial charm, the Founders Inn provides the perfect backdrop for learning, connecting, and relaxing. What you can look forward to:
40,000+ sq ft of conference and meeting space
245 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites (some pet-friendly!)
Award-winning Swan Terrace Restaurant and casual Commonwealth Bar
The Flowering Almond Spa for post-lecture rejuvenation
Indoor pool, fitness center, dog parks, shuttle service, and complimentary Wi-Fi
Easy access from Norfolk and Virginia Beach
We’ve worked hard to keep the same conference dates and speaker lineup intact, ensuring the same high-quality CE, networking, and hands-on learning opportunities you’ve come to expect.
Whether you’re a long-time attendee or thinking of joining us for the first time, this new venue is the perfect excuse to treat yourself to a getaway that blends continuing education with relaxation in one of Virginia’s most beautiful coastal locations.
Click here to register now to secure your spot and be the first to receive updates on accommodations, schedules, and more!
We can’t wait to welcome you to Virginia Beach this year for an unforgettable Colonial Veterinary Conference. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at vetmeetings@gmail.com.
See you at the Beach!
Best regards,
Ralph “Howie” Lee, Jr
Veterinary Association Management, Inc.
Colonial Veterinary Conference
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"At The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton In Virgina Beach, Virginia"
For Hotel Reservations: Room rates are $135 plus tax (2 doubles or king) and are guaranteed (while available) until September 15, 2025. Upgrades are available at an additional charge. Book by calling the Founder Inn and Spa directly at 757-366-5700 and mention the Colonial Veterinary Conference or
click the link below to reserve a room:
The The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Reservation for Colonial Veterinary Conference.
Colonial Veterinary Conference
October 15 - 19, 2025
"At The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton In Virgina Beach, Virginia"
Speakers
Sarah Jarosinski, DVM, DACVAA
Dottie P. Laflamme, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Nutrition)
Maria Maddox, LVT, VTS (Physical Rehabilitation), CCRP, VCC
Laura L. McCauley, DVM, DACVSMR, CCRT, CVA, CVC
Online Registration is Now Open!
You can register Online now or On-Site, Walkins are Welcome, or
click here to download the Registration Form, fill it out and mail it with payment!
Register before October 1st, 2025 to take advantage of the Early Registration Discount!
Veterinarians $450.00 (before 10/1/2025) |
Technician, Receptionists, Support Staff $250.00 (before 10/1/2025) |
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One (1) Day Registraion is now available for $250.00! |
Tentative Schedule |
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Wednesday, October 15, 2025Registration Open 4 pm - 8 pm : NO SESSIONS |
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Thursday, October 16, 2025Exhibit area Open 2pm ∙ Refreshment Breaks, Exhibit area12pm Lunch on your own |
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Sarah Jarosinski, DVM, DACVAA |
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8:30 AM - 9:15 AM : Preanesthetic Evaluation and Protocol Planning. In this lecture, we'll discuss how to sift through medical records to parse out relevant information that may impact an anesthesia protocol, highlight the importance of a thorough physical examination, discuss when pre-anesthetic diagnostics may be warranted and how results from those diagnostics guide protocol modifications. 9:20 AM - 10:00 AM : Anesthesia Machine and Ventilator. This lecture will review the basic components of all anesthesia machines, review proper leak checking, discuss important patient safety aspects related to the machine and cover the use of a mechanical ventilator. 10:30 AM - 11:30/12:00 PM : Pain Physiology and Discussion on the Utility of Pain Scoring. This lecture starts with important definitions and a review of the pain pathway, touches on the various nerve fibers found in the body, explains wind up pain, emphasises the importance of differentiating pain vs dysphoria in the post-anesthetic period and reviews pain scoring and how its use in the hospital can help guide treatment decisions. 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM : Pharmacology Review, Medical Math and Constant Rate Infusion Calculations. This lecture breaks up drugs into their respective categories (opioids vs alpha-2 adrenergic agonists vs dissociatives vs other), reviews the systemic effects, indications and contraindications. The lecture also discusses the use of constant rate infusions and how to calculate rates for various patients using two different calculation methods. 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM : Blood Pressure Monitoring and Troubleshooting. In this lecture, we'll discuss methods to monitor blood pressure and how to evaluate the patient as a whole when troubleshooting hypotension and hypertension. |
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Friday, October 17, 2025Exhibit Hall Open 7am-5pm - Refreshments Breaks, Exhibit area12pm Lunch on your own |
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Sarah Jarosinski, DVM, DACVAA |
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8:30 AM - 10:00 AM : ECG Evaluation and Interpretation. This lecture starts with the very basics at the level of the cardiac myocyte and builds to interpreting various waveforms. We'll also discuss potential causes for each ECG and treatment options. 10:30 AM - 11:30/12:00PM : Anesthetizing the patient with Endocrine Disease. This is a case-based lecture in which we'll discuss nine different endocrine diseases and how to prepare for those cases/how to troubleshoot complications that may occur under anesthesia related to their endocrine disease. (If this lecture could go to 12:00PM, that would be great. Having given this lecture many times, it typically takes me exactly an hour to deliver. Theoretically, I could trim some cases, but I feel that all of these cases are important to discuss. I'd like to have some time to answer questions at the end.) 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM : Deep dive into End Tidal CO2 interpretation. This lecture also takes it back to the very basics (structure of a carbon dioxide molecule) and builds on how to maintain a normal ETCO2 under anesthesia. 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM : Locoregional Anesthesia in Veterinary Medicine. This lecture starts with a brief (but interesting!) history of locoregional analgesia and how it is relatively new in the veterinary field. The remainder of the lecture covers various blocks, their benefits and their risks. We'll also discuss drugs that can be used. |
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Maria Maddox, LVT, VTS (Physical Rehabilitation), CCRP, VCC |
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM 10:30 AM - 11:30/12:00PM 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM |
The Veterinary Physical Rehabilitation Team, and the Vet Tech's Role Physical Rehabilitation for the Orthopedic Patient Physical Rehabilitation for the Neurological Patient |
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Saturday, October 18, 2025Continental Breakfast 7am, Exhibit areaRefreshment Breaks, Exhibit area |
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Dottie P. Laflamme, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Nutrition) |
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8:30 am – 10:00 am Session 1: Feline Nutrition: Are cats really so different? Session 1 Description : This lecture will address unique aspects about feline nutrition, including the facts, myths and misperceptions regarding feline nutrition and physiology, with emphasis on protein, carbohydrates, phosphorus, and water. Learning Objectives: 1. Understand if/how cats utilize carbohydrates and protein, and any risks involved from excess. 2. Understand the evidence regarding phosphorus relative to kidney health and disease. 3. Understand the benefits of wet food versus dry foods, and enhancing water intake. 4. Understand the role of diet in prevention versus management of existing disease. 10:30 am - 11:30 am / 12:00 Noon Session 2: Feeding Aging Cats Session 2 Description: This lecture will cover nutritional evaluation and guidelines for aging cats. Topics include “When is a cat ‘geriatric’”, “How do nutritional needs of geriatric cats differ from middle aged cats” and “Feeding the skinny old cat”. Included will be tips and guidance on making recommendations for meeting the nutritional needs of these cats. Learning Objectives 1. Understand how and why to complete a nutritional assessment of senior cats. 2. Understand how geriatric cats differ, from a nutritional perspective, from younger adult cats. 3. Recognizing the significance of weight loss in aging cats. 4. Learn how to help clients deliver the nutritional needs of their senior cats. 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Session 4: Obesity Management for Cats and Dogs Session 4 Description: This lecture will address the emerging science and practices regarding obesity as well as tips and guidelines for communicating with clients and managing obesity in pet cats and dogs. Learning objectives 1. Understand the importance of regular body condition score assessment. 2. Understand the role of key nutrients in weight loss diets. 3. Understand how to assess "readiness to change" in your clients. 4. Understand how to use weight management programs with different clients 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Session 5: Hot topics in nutrition. Session 5 Description: This lecture will address current and emerging topics of interest relative to canine or feline nutrition. Learning objectives 1. Understand evidence regarding current fad topics in nutrition (examples may include fresh/raw, homemade,’ human food’, low carb, ’functional’, etc). 2. Understand how to find and share good information rather than misinformation. 3. Understand how and why to complete a nutritional assessment on each patient. |
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Maria Maddox, LVT, VTS (Physical Rehabilitation), CCRP, VCC |
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM 10:30 AM - 11:30/12:00PM |
Physical Rehabilitation Modalities Assistive and Mobility Devices for the Veterinary Patient |
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Laura L. McCauley, DVM, DACVSMR, CCRT, CVA, CVC |
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8:30 am – 9:20am : Fascinating Fascia: Unveiling the Hidden Matrix 15 min break 9:35 am – 10:25 am : Cruciate Disease: Early Diagnosis and Prevention 15 min break 10:40 am – 11:30 am : Cranial Cruciate Disease: Early Signs, Prevention Tips, and Preventing the Second Tear 1.5 hour lunch break 1:00 pm – 1:50 pm : Laser Therapy Mastery: Optimizing Results From Inflammation to Stem Cell Release 15 min break 2:05 pm – 2:55pm : Geriatrics – What Is Going on and How Do I Slow It Down (Part 1) 15 min break 3:10 pm – 4:00 pm : Geriatrics – What Is Going on and How Do I Slow It Down (Part 2) |
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Sunday, October 19, 2025 |
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Laura L. McCauley, DVM, DACVSMR, CCRT, CVA, CVC |
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8:30 am – 9:20 am : Neurodiversity in a Neurotypical World 15 min break 9:35 am – 10:25 am : Unlocking Joint Mobility: Techniques for Enhanced Range of Motion and Pain Relief 15 min break 10:40 am – 11:30 am : Degenerative Myelopathy: From Beginning to End |
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* Times and Presenters Subject to change
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
-On-Site Registration begins on Thursday, Friday & Saturday at 8am
Online Registration is Now Open!
You can register Online now or On-Site, Walkins are Welcome, or
click here to download the Registration Form, fill it out and mail it with payment!
Register before October 1st, 2025 to take advantage of the Early Registration Discount!
Veterinarians $450.00 (before 10/1/2025) |
Technician, Receptionists, Support Staff $250.00 (before 10/1/2025) |
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One (1) Day Registraion is now available for $250.00! |
Speaker Bios...
Sarah Jarosinski, DVM, DACVAA
Dr. Jarosinski is originally from the Richmond, Virginia area. Following graduation from Hollins University, she obtained her DVM from Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine.
She completed an equine internship at Mid Atlantic Equine Medical Center in Ringoes, New Jersey and continued her post-graduate training back at Texas A&M University where she completed an anesthesia residency; becoming board-certified at the end of her residency in July 2022.
While in Texas, she met her husband Josh, who is an officer in the US Navy. Their first duty station together was in San Diego, California where Dr. Jarosinski worked at a large referral and specialty hospital as their first anesthesiologist.
In 2024, Dr. Jarosinski returned home to Virginia after her husband received orders to Norfolk. She works as a traveling locum anesthesiologist while building her consulting business, Sentinel Veterinary Anesthesia Consulting.
Dottie P. Laflamme, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Nutrition)
Dr. Dottie Laflamme received her MS in ruminant nutrition, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree, and PhD in nutrition and physiology, all from the University of Georgia.
She completed her clinical nutrition residency as an ALPO Postdoctoral Fellow in Clinical Nutrition. Dr. Laflamme is a Diplomate and past-President of the American College of Veterinary Nutrition.
She is an author on over 250 scientific and technical publications; and has been a speaker at a number of veterinary, research, and continuing education programs worldwide. She worked for Purina (Ralston Purina / Nestle Purina) in the Research and Development Department from 1990 until her retirement in 2015.
She continues consulting for special projects within, and outside of, the pet food industry. Her research focused on therapeutic nutrition, especially obesity management, and geriatric nutrition. Dottie lives in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia.
Online Registration is Now Open!
You can register Online now or On-Site, Walkins are Welcome, or
click here to download the Registration Form, fill it out and mail it with payment!
Register before October 1st, 2025 to take advantage of the Early Registration Discount!
Veterinarians $450.00 (before 10/1/2025) |
Technician, Receptionists, Support Staff $250.00 (before 10/1/2025) |
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One (1) Day Registraion is now available for $250.00! |
Exhibitors At The Conference
Please visit these Exhibitors at the Conference to see the latest and best products and services for your veterinary practice:
ServiceVet Technologies |
Simmons Veterinary Practice Sales and Appraisals |
Three-Sided Media |
Online Registration is Now Open!
You can register Online now or On-Site, Walkins are Welcome, or
click here to download the Registration Form, fill it out and mail it with payment!
Register before October 1st, 2025 to take advantage of the Early Registration Discount!
Veterinarians $450.00 (before 10/1/2025) |
Technician, Receptionists, Support Staff $250.00 (before 10/1/2025) |
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One (1) Day Registraion is now available for $250.00! |
Conference Hotel Information
The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Founders Inn and Spa offers a retreat-style setting in a convenient location. Our beautifully landscaped 26-acre resort provides guests with a serene oasis overlooking English Gardens and a tranquil pond with a cascading water feature. The Conference Center boasts 245 elegantly appointed guestrooms, the luxurious full-service Flowering Almond Spa, the award-winning Swan Terrace Grill, and over 40,000 square feet of versatile indoor and outdoor event space."
The timeless Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is a Virginia Beach resort that pampers guests with the comforts of home, concierge attention and hi-tech conveniences. Select guest rooms with fireplaces and views of the serene lake and lovely Colonial garden are especially unforgettable. The Founders Inn and Spa features a wealth of excellent amenities and guest services including comfortable rooms and suite accommodations, in-house restaurants, a spa and fitness center, a shuttle service, pet-friendly rooms, complimentary wi-fi, special event spaces and meeting venues, to name a few. Whether it is a business stay, a family vacation, or a life event, we are looking forward to a chance to serve you at The Founders Inn and Spa near Norfolk, Virginia.
For Hotel Reservations: Room rates are $135 plus tax (2 doubles or king) and are guaranteed (while available) until September 15, 2025. Upgrades are available at an additional charge. Book by calling the Founder Inn and Spa directly at 757-366-5700 and mention the Colonial Veterinary Conference or
click the link below to reserve a room:
The The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Reservation for Colonial Veterinary Conference.
Swan Terrace: Located inside The Founders Inn and Spa Hotel. Fresh, local cuisine with a touch of Southern elegance. Swan Terrace Restaurant takes guests on a sensory journey inspired by regional and authentic Colonial dishes. The menu features locally grown fruits, vegetables, freshest seafood, and prime rib, lamb, and pork prepared to perfection. Dine by the fireplace or alfresco on the lakeside terrace.
Commonwealth Bar: The Commonwealth Bar is known for its contemporary setting where guests can watch the game on large TVs as you unwind with friends over a hearty ale or glass of wine while enjoying food and drinks, including made-to-order burgers, flatbreads, and a variety of beverages
Flowering Almond Spa: Using time-honored rejuvenation and relaxation techniques, the Flowering Almond Spa specializes in massage and facial treatments and manicure and pedicure services. Spa guests may also access the fitness center and indoor pool.
Pet Friendly: Never leave your best friend behind when you travel. We offer pet-friendly rooms near our two large dog parks. Non-refundable $75 deposit up to 100lbs
The Gardens
Conference Center Meeting Room
Conference Center Meeting Room
Lobby
Lobby Seating Area
Pet Friendly!
Hotel Room
Online Registration is Now Open!
You can register Online now or On-Site, Walkins are Welcome, or
click here to download the Registration Form, fill it out and mail it with payment!
Register before October 1st, 2025 to take advantage of the Early Registration Discount!
Veterinarians $450.00 (before 10/1/2025) |
Technician, Receptionists, Support Staff $250.00 (before 10/1/2025) |
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One (1) Day Registraion is now available for $250.00! |
Area Information
Live the Life in Virginia Beach, Virginia!
"There’s a reason that Virginia Beach has been voted one of the happiest destinations in the country. In fact, there are many reasons. Here, you can truly live the life, whether that’s soaking up the sun on our pristine beaches, enjoying incredible seafood or soaking up rich local culture. It’s the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure, where nature, history, art and a vibrant foodie scene come together. From the Atlantic Ocean to the Chesapeake Bay and the inland waterways, there’s always something new to discover, inviting you to dive right in and experience life to its fullest."
Online Registration is Now Open!
You can register Online now or On-Site, Walkins are Welcome, or
click here to download the Registration Form, fill it out and mail it with payment!
Register before October 1st, 2025 to take advantage of the Early Registration Discount!
Veterinarians $450.00 (before 10/1/2025) |
Technician, Receptionists, Support Staff $250.00 (before 10/1/2025) |
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One (1) Day Registraion is now available for $250.00! |