Faculty of Veterinary Science

“Totally Wild”
Presented by Totally Native

Totally Native is an interactive animal demonstration team that brings the wonders of Australian Wildlife to you.
With over 20 years combined animal experience, Totally Native provides you with the ultimate experience
in animal adventures.  Matt and his team will demonstrate handling methods for a range of wildlife from possums
to pythons and everything in between. Students will have the opportunity to handle each of the animals present.
This will be a totally WILD and hands on experience!

Check out their website for more information about the educational services they offer: www.totallynative.com.au

Dr. Susan Maastricht

Suturing

Ethicon sutures kindly donated by:  Johnson & Johnson Medical.

This workshop is an introduction to suturing and students will be instructed on the correct way to manipulate needle holders
and forceps and how to perform common suture patterns.  Materials and tools will be provided for use at this session but students
will need to bring their own lab coats.  For more info on Ethicon’s range of suture materials log onto www.ethicon.com

To be confirmed

Comparative prenatal anatomy and dissection

Make the most of the opportunity to brush up on your embryology and compare the neonatal specimens of various species and
stages of development.  Use this session to reinforce your anatomical knowledge of everything from prenatal cardiovascular
anatomy to neurological development. Students MUST bring a Lab coat and wear enclosed footwear and be prepared to get gloves dirty!

John Kohnke

Practical Feed Analysis for 
Equines

Sponsored by:  Kohnke’s Own
    
                        

John will provide a large range of feed samples for practical discussion and also use the latest Equilize Ration Analysis program to illustrate 
how to evaluate dietary adequacy and nutrient balance in all types of horses.   

For more info on John’s products and services see www.kohnkesown.com

Eric Allan

Communication

If you want to be a vet because you don’t want to work with people this workshop may be for you.  Taking a history from your patient’s
OWNER is an imperative aspect of diagnosis and if you are unable to communicate effectively with people you could miss something crucial. 
A large part of communication is in the art of observation and listening!  Participation in this session will involve role playing and refining your
ability to shut up and listen before you speak.

Michelle Monk

Animal Physiotherapy for Veterinary Students

Dogs In Motion Canine Rehabilitation presents:
A workshop aimed at teaching participants about this growing field and the relationship between veterinarians and animal physiotherapists.
Topics covered will include aims and benefits of physiotherapy, common conditions requiring physiotherapy, physiotherapy treatments,
physiotherapy protocols following common surgeries such as CCL, FHO. Dogs will be available for demonstration and student practice.  
Find out more about Michelle and her services at www.dogsinmotion.com.au

Please note that we are still finalising the agenda in relation to all workshops that will be located in Werribee. However some of the topics will include:

• Equine: Corrective shoeing techniques with Carl O'Dwyer
• Pathology: A Miscellany of Medical Muddles
• Small Animal: Various imaging methods
• Porcine: Tour of the Pig Research Centre at Werribee
• Bovine: Bovine obstetrics
• Bovine: Bovine hoof trimming
• Mixed rural: Rural vehicle practice setup

Full details including dates will be available shortly.