chronic pain symposium 2026

Masterclass: chronic pain in our feline patients

Elevate your management approach to chronic pain in cats with Dr. Sarah Caney. RACE® approved.
INSTRUCTOR

Dr. sarah caney

COURSE ACCESS

12 MONTHS

ONLINE FORMAT

self-paced COURSE WITH RECORDED materials

PROFESSIONAL CPD/CE

OPEN to all allied &
VET professionals

PRICE

£420

+ vat

continue your professional development

Access ALL of the content from the live masterclass -
including full recordings of all the live sessions!

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.

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
  Access to full recordings of the spring 2026 cohort's interactive sessions with Dr. Caney

earn continuing education credits

This program has been RACE approved for 4 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.

these masterclasses offer...

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

Our masterclasses combine focused expert insight with meaningful discussion.

this masterclass includes...

  pre-recorded expert lectures

Each section of the course features a
carefully designed, pre-recorded lecture.

  full RECORDINGS OF interactive sessions

Access the full recordings of the original cohort's 90-minute interactive  discussions with the course instructor - explore complexity, nuance, questions, and clinical realities.

  self-paced learning

Elevate your understanding without
needing to commit to specific
dates and deadlines - you will have
12 months to complete all coursework.

  Discuss with your fellow learners

Access a general discussion board where you can ask questions, discuss topics, and exchange ideas with your peers.

EXPERT INSTRUCTION.

real dialogue.

time to think.

learn on your own schedule

Build your confidence in managing cases in practice, without needing to worry about fitting live sessions into your busy schedule.

Gain from others' questions, experiences, and insights by viewing the full recordings of the interactive Q&A sessions from the original spring 2026 cohort.

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

6-month payment plan

+VAT

4-month payment plan

+VAT

pay in full

+VAT

expand your clinical knowledge

Access expert instruction and complete the masterclass at your own pace, with 12 months' access to all course content.

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race approved: 4 ce
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Psychopharmacology

with dr. Katrin Jahn

race approved: 4 ce
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Frequently asked questions

do i need to HAVE attended 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 from your date of enrollment in the masterclass.

Is there any interaction with the instructor?

No — these are the recorded versions of the live masterclasses that were held in spring 2026. While your course access includes the full recordings of all the live sessions from the original cohort, there is no direct instructor access included.

can i join more than one masterclass?

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

whom 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.