chronic pain symposium 2026

Masterclass: chronic pain in our feline patients

Elevate your management approach to chronic pain in cats in just 4 weeks with Dr. Sarah Caney.
INSTRUCTOR

Dr. sarah caney

COURSE LENGTH

4 WEEKS

FORMAT

ONLINE COURSE with WEEKLY LIVE DISCUSSIONS

MAX. 50 PARTICIPANTS

OPEN to all allied &
VET professionals

START DATE

22nd MAY 2026

PRICE

£440

+ vat

continue your professional development

identify pain earlier

Recognise situations where pain should be considered and understand how common medical conditions in senior cats may present clinically.

enhance your clinical assessments

Learn how to apply clinical assessment and diagnostic strategies specifically tailored for senior cats and their caregivers.

optimise patient outcomes

Develop tailored, multi-faceted management approaches for senior cats experiencing pain, incorporating both medical and supportive care.

dynamic learning experience

Attend the live discussion sessions weekly and ask questions, gain from others' experiences and insights, and build your confidence in managing cases in practice.

live discussions weekly on fridays

week 1

29th May 2026
6:00pm BST

week 3

12th June
6:00pm BST

week 2

5th June
6:00pm BST

week 4

19th June
6:00pm BST
Our masterclasses combine focused expert insight with meaningful discussion.

this masterclass includes...

  pre-recorded expert lectures

You will begin each week with a
carefully designed, pre-recorded lecture.

  Engaging live discussions

We will meet for a weekly live 90-minute interactive 
conversation — a space to explore complexity,
nuance, questions, and clinical realities.

  4-week learning window

Elevate your understanding without
needing to commit to a lengthy,
time-consuming learning program.

  small cohort experience

The masterclass is capped at 50 participants
to ensure an optimal learning experience.

small groups.

real dialogue.

time to think.

what you can expect

a transformative learning journey

Delivered via our state-of-the-art learning platform for a smooth, flexible learning experience.

your place includes

  12 months' access to all content
  Expert lectures
  Live discussion sessions

earn continuing education credits

We are seeking RACE approval for all masterclasses, supporting meaningful continuing professional development.

these masterclasses offer...

  A focused, manageable learning structure
  Rich clinical discussion
  Deeper exploration of complex topics
  Practical professional development

meet your instructor

dr. sarah caney

BVSc PhD DSAM(Feline) MRCVS
RCVS Specialist in Feline Medicine

Sarah Caney is an internationally recognised specialist in feline medicine who has worked as a feline-only vet for more than thirty years. She trained as a specialist at the University of Bristol and is one of fifteen recognised specialists in feline medicine working within the UK.

Sarah has written or co-written four books published by her business, Vet Professionals, including 'Caring for an Elderly Cat.' Sarah conducts online owner surveys and has published much of her research results in the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery. Sarah sees primary and referral feline patients in a large hospital in Cheshire.
Patrick Jones - Course author

make an investment in your education

cps26 VIP ticket holders

+VAT

cps26 live ticket holders

+VAT

standard enrolment

For those not attending CPS26

+VAT

save your spot now!

Only a limited number of seats are available,
so don't wait to reserve your space!

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Frequently asked questions

do i need to attend the chronic pain symposium?

No — these masterclasses are open to all allied and veterinary professionals. CPS26 attendance is not required.

are these recordings from the chronic pain symposium?

No — all content is purpose-built for the masterclasses, inspired by CPS26 themes.

how long do i have access?

You will have access to all course content for 12 months following the start date of your masterclass.

are live sessions recorded?

Yes — live discussions are recorded for participants in case they cannot attend live.

can i join more than one masterclass?

Yes — each masterclass is standalone, but taking multiple can deepen your learning.

who are these masterclasses suitable for?

All three masterclasses are open to all veterinary and allied professionals seeking practical, evidence-based learning in OA, behaviour, and senior cat care.

what is your refund policy?

We are 100% certain you will love the educational value of our masterclasses, but if you find that you are not enjoying the course during the 4 weeks of live sessions, please let us know and we will provide you with a pro-rated refund for the number of live sessions remaining.

Please note that if you do request a refund, you will lose access to all course content upon issuance of the refund. Also, please note that following the end of the four live masterclass sessions, no refunds will be granted.