Feline medicine update
April 17–19, 2026
Michael Lappin D.V.M., Ph.D.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Professor of Medicine
Colorado State University
Susan Little D.V.M.
Dipl. American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (Feline Practice)
Bytown Cat Hospital
Ottawa, ON
Canada
Drs. Michael Lappin and Susan Little are two of the well-known feline interested veterinarians in North America. Dr. Little is board certified in feline medicine by the ABVP and owns two feline only practices in Ottawa, Canada. Dr. Lappin in an internal medicine specialist has been involved with feline clinical research ever since reporting the Toxoplasma gondii IgM and IgG tests in 1989. His research group at Colorado State University completes approximately 15 feline clinical research projects per year. Dr. Little and Lappin have lectured together multiple times and most recently spoke to packed houses at both NAVC and WVC.
Speakers & Topics
Dr. Little:
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Cracking cases of GI lymphoma in cats
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Unraveling feline retroviruses: things you might not know about FeLV/FIV testing
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Surviving acute respiratory distress in cats
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FIP: is it finally a treatable disease?
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A Revolution in Feline Diabetes Mellitus Care! Novel Drugs and New Recommendations
Dr. Lappin:
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New tips for managing stress associated feline interstitial cystitis
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Management of flea associated diseases
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Management of tick associated diseases
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Management of acute infectious upper respiratory diseases
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Management of chronic infectious upper respiratory disease
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Update on infectious causes of cough in cats.
- Cracking cases of GI lymphoma in cats
- Unraveling feline retroviruses: things you might not know about FeLV/FIV testing
- Surviving acute respiratory distress in cats
- FIP: is it finally a treatable disease?
- A Revolution in Feline Diabetes Mellitus Care! Novel Drugs and New Recommendations
- New tips for managing stress associated feline interstitial cystitis
- Management of flea associated diseases
- Management of tick associated diseases
- Management of acute infectious upper respiratory diseases
- Management of chronic infectious upper respiratory disease
- Update on infectious causes of cough in cats.
Schedule
| Registration | Friday April 17, 2026 | 7:15 am – 8:00 am |
| Breakfast | Daily | 7:15 am – 8:00 am |
| Lectures | Friday April 17 | 8:00 am – 1:30 pm |
| Saturday April 18 | 8:00 am – 1:30 pm | |
| Sunday April 19 | 8:00 am – 1:00 pm |
Accommodations
Spring is a wonderful time to visit Napa and Sonoma. The weather is mild, the vines are budding and the crowds are not here.
Experience the charm and beauty of California’s world-famous wine country from one of the premier Napa Valley hotels – the Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa. Our Napa Valley hotel room accommodations are perfect for business travel and leisurely exploring. Our convenient location, just off of Highway 29, makes us an ideal choice for exploring the Napa Wine Country and other exciting local activities and attractions.
The award-winning associates of this Napa hotel all share the same priority: you. Our concierges will delight in revealing Napa’s hidden treasures and are experts when it comes to recommending California Wine Country experiences. Take advantage of this incredible location to fulfill your passion for wine, world-class food at our VINeleven, golf and sheer relaxation at the Spa.
Price
Group room rates:
Run of house: $329.00 dbl/night plus taxes & destination fee (based on single or double occupancy).
There is a 2 night minimum stay requirement.
Additional taxes & fees (subject to change without notice):
- State and local taxes, currently 12%
- California Tourism Assessment fee, currently 0.24%
- Napa Tourism Improvement District Assessment Fee, currently 3%.
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We have negotiated a discounted Destination Amenity Fee for our group. You will have access to all the fee’s inclusions except the daily $30 Food & Beverage Credit. Please note that when booking a reservation online, the hotel is required to display rates inclusive of the standard $30 fee regardless of whether it is applicable.
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DESTINATION AMENITY FEE
- A daily Destination Amenity Fee of $15.00 will be implemented on all individual guest International Veterinary Seminars and include the following:
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Complimentary Coffee/Tea in the Lobby, DailyMorning Yoga Class, Complimentary Fitness Center Access, 1-Hour Complimentary Electric Bike Rental (per day, per guest), Purified Water Stations throughout hotel, Daily S’mores Kits, Nightly Local Vintner Pour, Wireless in-room high speed internet.
Terms
Check-In: 4:00pm, Check-Out: 12:00pm
Cancellations: There is no penalty for cancellations at least 7 days prior to your scheduled arrival. You will be charged for your complete scheduled stay if you cancel within 7 days of your scheduled arrival, or are a no-show, or depart early.
Room Description
These sophisticated Napa accommodations near many Napa Valley wineries surround guests in comfort. Plush pillow-top mattresses with luxurious linens and pillows encourage a great night’s sleep. Wireless and wired high-speed internet is available in all guest rooms at our lodging in Napa, CA. Rooms feature ergonomic desks, Wi-Fi & hard-wired Internet access, and flat-panel HD Televisions. In-room coffee/tea service, hair dryer, iron & ironing board all help provide the comforts of home.
Things To Do
Staying at the Napa Marriott allows guests to tour any of the 400 nearby wineries. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon touring Napa or Sonoma wineries or see Wine Country from a hot air balloon:
Balloon Rides
The Wine Train
Napavalley.com
Winecountry.com
Premier Championship Eagle Vines Golf Course
For more Area Attractions, click here
Dining
Enjoy a delicious meal at Little Summer, our on-site Napa Valley restaurant and bar, where we incorporate local, seasonal ingredients to create simple dishes with a gourmet touch. Our patio is also available for outdoor dining..
In the heart of downtown Napa’s up & coming Oxbow District, Oxbow Public Market is a one-of-a-kind place, not to be missed. Whether you are in search of a tasty picnic, great ‘take-out’, fabulous meal provisions, or if you are looking for a bottle of wine, river front patio dining and a unique shopping experience, Oxbow will answer all your needs under one roof.
Or, if you’re looking for something else off-site, learn more here.
Need To Know
Registration
Online registration is easy and fast. But please confirm your hotel reservations prior to completing your registration or booking flights. Many Hotels are selling out many months ahead of our seminars. If you need to book a hotel room, click the link to the online hotel registration page. If none is available for your selected seminar, please fill out our hotel request form or contact our office at 800-487-5650. Please note that hotel rooms are not confirmed until you receive confirmation from the hotel (if you booked online thru our group link) or from our office for hotels that do not offer the online link.
IVS is now required by AAVSB RACE to upload your completed attendance into their “RACEtrack” system. Your state of license and your license number are required for all seminars starting in January 2022. More information is available at https://www.aavsb.org/ce-
Early Bird: $1155.00
Advanced: $1175.00
Regular: $1195.00
Special Pricing:
Veterinary Technicians receive an $80 discount using promo code “techsaver”. Enter the code during checkout in the submit promotion code box.
For International Travel
Passport requirements for international travel
Please note that all passengers traveling by air to or from the United States will be required to hold a valid passport. This requirement applies to all passengers, including U.S. citizens, traveling to and from Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean.
When planning international travel, please be sure that you are in possession of all required documents for both outbound and return flights. Remember to allow ample time for acquiring official travel documents.
For complete information on the U.S. Department of State’s New Travel Initiative Requirements, please visit travel.state.gov.
Pricing
There is no penalty for cancellations at least 7 days prior to your scheduled arrival. You will be charged for your complete scheduled stay if you cancel within 7 days of your scheduled arrival, or are a no-show, or depart early.
Global Vet Community Meets CE Experiences
IVS trips are designed to meet your CE requirements while offering a break from traditional, conference-style learning. With focused half-day sessions, small-group learning, and destinations worth the journey, IVS creates close-knit communities where education feels both engaging and rewarding.
Earn Your CE Credits
IVS makes it easy — and worth the trip — to keep your CE hours current. Each trip includes 12–18 CE credit hours, along with access to a dedicated portal where certificates and trip details are easy to find when you need them.
Explore the World
Choose from 50+ destinations worldwide, including classic travel locations and Bio Bio adventure trips. No matter the setting, IVS seminars are structured to support focused learning in an environment that feels immersive — not overwhelming.
Connect With Your Community
IVS brings together veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and leading specialists in intentionally small groups. Designed for shared experience and meaningful discussion, these seminars foster professional connections that last well beyond your trip.
Get More from Every Trip
With points earned for every trip you attend, bonuses for referring friends, and a convenient user portal for tracking and seminar details, IVS makes earning your CE credits even more rewarding.
Postcards from Our Trips
From close to home to destinations abroad, hear what veterinary professionals are saying about their IVS experience.
The speakers were excellent, as were the accommodations. I love coming to IVS Seminars.”
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The trip was just perfect! My husband and I loved every minute.”
Thank you for a great conference! This was my first IVS experience, and it was great. … I’m hoping to arrange a trip for my vet school friends (11 of us total) in the future.”
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Thank you. I always enjoy the CE experience IVS provides.”
Good to Know Before You Go
Registration is simple. Browse upcoming seminars using the search on our homepage, then click through to the seminar page and complete registration online. You will receive an email confirmation once your registration is complete, and a separate email confirming your payment. Please keep both for your records. You can also call our office at 1-800-487-5650 to register by phone.
IVS holds group space at each seminar venue and handles hotel bookings on your behalf. You can book accommodations at the same time as your seminar registration or separately — whichever you prefer.
On your selected seminar’s page, click the Accommodations tab and scroll down to the Book Accommodations button. Please note: if you need a room outside the standard seminar dates, availability will need to be confirmed with the hotel. Hotel bookings made through our site are not automatic and require some processing time. Once confirmed, you will receive a hotel confirmation letter from IVS by email. All hotels require a credit card to guarantee your booking, and cut-off dates apply — early registration is always advised. Our team is available at 1-800-487-5650, Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm PST.
10% of the registration fee is non-refundable. If you cancel more than 30 days before the seminar start date, you may choose a refund of the remaining 90% or a Future Transfer Credit (FTC). If you cancel within 30 days, only a Future Transfer Credit is issued. The FTC can be applied to any future IVS seminar within 2 years of your cancellation date; it is forfeited if not used within that window. To cancel, you must contact our office and receive email confirmation of your cancellation before the seminar begins. Cancellations requested after the seminar has started, or without email confirmation on file, will forfeit the full registration fee. Please also note that cancellations will remove any Loyalty Program points earned from that registration.
IVS specializes in small group seminars — usually fewer than 80 people per seminar. Most veterinarians appreciate the smaller setting, as it allows for more interaction with speakers and other participants and gives everyone a chance to get their questions answered.
International Veterinary Seminars is an AAVSB RACE-approved provider of CE, which is accepted by all state boards throughout the US and Canada. We are provider #13 and are also an approved provider in New York State. Please contact your state board or our office with any questions. For more information, visit the AAVSB RACE program website.
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