Society of Companian Animal Practitioners of Sri Lanka

04/09/2024

03/09/2024

🎉 Welcome to !

The WSAVA World Congress officially starts today, and we couldn't be more thrilled! This incredible event offers a one-of-a-kind chance to dive into the latest advancements, exchange innovative ideas, and connect with colleagues from all over the world.

We look forward to meeting you all!

31/08/2024

The journey just started. SCAPSL members participating WSAVA 2024, Shanghai, China.

27/08/2024

The 2nd Annual General Meeting of the Society of Companion Animal Practitioners of Sri Lanka (SCAPSL) took place on August 16th, 2024, at the Ramada Hotel in Colombo. The event was graced by the presence of Dr. Hemali Kothalawala, the Director General of the Department of Animal Production and Health, who served as the chief guest. We are pleased to report that the meeting was a resounding success, made possible through the generous support of our sponsors. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to all the veterinarians who participated and contributed to the success of this gathering.

Best regards,
Team SCAPSL

20/08/2024

The use of the Depo-Provera injection is strictly prohibited in cats and dogs, as it poses significant risks to their health. Depo-Provera is designed solely for human use and has been associated with adverse effects in animals. It is advised to avoid administering this drug to pets under any circumstances.

17/08/2024

We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all SCAPSL members who attended the 2nd Annual General Meeting held on August 16th, 2024, at the Ramada Hotel. Thank you for your continuous support over the years, and we look forward to seeing you at future events with the same enthusiasm.
** SCAPSL TEAM**

15/08/2024

Here we introduce our generous Bronze sponsors of the 2nd Annual General Meeting of Society of Companion Animal Practitioners of Sri Lanka. Your valuable contribution is greatly appreciated, and we are grateful for your partnership in making this event a success.

Thank you for your continued support,
**SCAPSL Team**

13/08/2024

We are delighted to join hands with **VETGROW (Pvt) Ltd and HighChem R VET-LAB (Pvt) Ltd** as Silver Sponsors of the 2nd AGM and Convention of SCAPSL. Your valuable contribution is greatly appreciated, and we are grateful for your partnership in making this event a success.

Thank you for your continued support,
**SCAPSL Team**

13/08/2024

We are delighted to join hands with **DYMEC (Pvt) Ltd** as the Platinum Sponsor of the 2nd AGM and Convention of SCAPSL. Your valuable contribution is greatly appreciated, and we are grateful for your partnership in making this event a success.

Thank you for your continued support,
**SCAPSL Team**

11/08/2024

We proudly introduce and extend our heartfelt gratitude to our Diamond Sponsor, **FARMCHEMIE (Private) Limited**, for their generous support of the 2nd Annual General Meeting of Society of Companion Animal Practitioners of Sri Lanka. We are grateful to have you as a key partner and look forward to a fruitful collaboration as we continue to advance together.

Thank you for your invaluable support,
**SCAPSL Team**

10/08/2024

**SCAPSL AGM & Convention**

The AGM & Convention of the Society of Companion Animal Practitioners of Sri Lanka will be held on 16th August 2024 at the Ramada Grand Ballroom, Colombo, starting from 08:00 a.m.

Please find the below-mentioned link to the Google form for registration and kindly note that submitting the filled form on or before 12th of August is compulsory.

https://forms.gle/MyhV8fTkFjtB6Qm17

Agenda & further details will be shared with you in due course.

Thank you.

Best regards,
Dr. Nivethika Sobisan
Honorary Secretary, SCAPSL

Event Date: 16th August 2024 Event Time: 8:00 am - 4:00pm Venue:Hotel Ramadha Colombo https://maps.app.goo.gl/1wtbLCqihhiKdh628?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy Registration is free for 2024 SCAPSL members. Membership fee (2000 Rs )can be paid at the registration table.

25/07/2024

We had a historic first meeting with the Director General of the Department of Animal Production and Health Dr. Hemali Kothalawala alongside the SCAP at Department of Animal Production and Health (DAPH) on 2024.07.24. During the meeting, we discussed a variety of important topics, which will enhance and encourage quality small animal practice including small animal clinic and hospital categorization and registration procedures, standards, training of assistants etc.
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Director General for providing the opportunity to hold this historic first meeting between SCAP and the Director General. We also express our gratitude to the Additional Director General Dr. Palika Fernando, Dr Vijitha Bandara, Dr. Rangani Munasinghe, Dr. G. G. I. A. Jayawickrama who participated on behalf of DAPH and all the SCAP members who joined the meeting. Your presence and contributions were invaluable.

12/07/2024

Successfully held another thriving CPD workshop on “Bone Plating and Cruciate Ligament Rupture Surgery” with hands on experience at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of Peradeniya on 9th and 10th July 2024.

We would like to express our sincere appreciation to Dr. Bhagya Don for his unwavering dedication and the invaluable time he spent to uplift the knowledge and skills of veterinarians. Your commitment to advancing veterinary science is truly inspiring, and we are incredibly grateful for your contribution.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science for their unwavering support throughout the program. A special thank you to Professor Anil Pushpakumara, Dean of the Faculty, and Professor Ashoka Dangolla, Head of the Clinical Department and all the academic staff of the department for your guidance and support.

We extend our sincere thanks to all the hospitals that generously provided cadavers for the practical sessions of the workshop. Your support was crucial in making the hands-on experience possible.Without your invaluable contribution, the practical session would not have been achievable. Your commitment to education and the advancement of veterinary science is deeply appreciated.

Finally we extend our deepest gratitude to all the Executive Committee (ExCo) members of SCAP SL. Your hard work, commitment, and tireless efforts have been instrumental in every aspect of planning and ex*****on of this program.

15/06/2024

**SCAPSL Workshop Announcement**

SCAPSL is pleased to announce a two-day workshop on orthopedics, featuring Dr. Bhagya Don as the resource person. The workshop will take place on the 9th and 10th of July, 2024, and will focus on "Hands-on Experience in Bone Plating and Cruciate Ligament Damage Surgery."

**Details:**
- **Dates**: 9th and 10th July 2024
- **Topic**: Hands-on Experience in Bone Plating and Cruciate Ligament Damage Surgery
- **Seats**: Limited to 25 participants
- ⁠Participants who wish to join the hands-on experience session must bring the orthopedic instruments kit recommended by the resource person ‼️
- **Cost**: LKR 45,000 per person (includes complimentary gala dinner, accommodation, food, and stationery)

Additionally, there are options for those interested in a single-day experience:
- **Lecture and Demonstration for One Day**: LKR 10,000
- **Seats for Single Day**: Limited to 50 participants

For registration, please contact:
- Dr. Chathura at +94706002004
- Dr. Nuwan via WhatsApp only at +94777721460

11/05/2024

📢 Applications are now open for WSAVA 2024 Michael J. Day Scholarship for veterinary students. The Scholarship provides financial assistance towards a research project into an aspect of small companion animal infectious disease, clinical vaccinology or immunology.

The Scholarship is generously supported by MSD Animal Health.

Learn how to apply 👉 https://buff.ly/3WuNxbx

03/05/2024

📢 Updated WSAVA Global Vaccination Guidelines now available 💉

The latest version of our Global Vaccination Guidelines has now been published in our official scientific journal, the Journal of Small Animal Practice. These Global Guidelines set out the latest scientific thinking on the vaccination of dogs 🐶 and cats 🐱 globally and give practical advice to veterinarians on optimum vaccination practice.

Thank you to all members of our Vaccination Committee for the hard work they have put into creating them!

Check our updated Vaccination Guidelines 👉 https://buff.ly/3OwwIGN

03/05/2024

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26/04/2024

Two days “Feline medicine” CPD program was held in 2024.04.24 and 2024.04.25 at OPA , Colombo with more than 60 participants all around the country. Hats off to the speaker Dr. Margie Scherk for sharing her years of experience and knowledge with Sri Lankan veterinarians.

A special thanks to our esteemed veterinarians for your active participation and eagerness to enhance your skills in cat care and medicine.

15/04/2024

📢 **Notice: CPD Feline Medicine Program**

Date: 24th and 25th April 2024
Time: 8:00 AM to 01:00 PM
Venue: OPASL, Colombo
Featured Speaker : Dr. Margie Scherk (Canada) DVM, Dip ABVP (Feline Practice)
2007 President American Association of
Feline Practitioners (AAFP).

This two-day program will consist of four hours each day.

**Topics Include-**

Day 1

1. Decoding Feline Desires: Understanding What Cats Truly Want and Need for Optimal Happiness and Well-being.
2. Pain Management in Cats: Compassionate Approaches to Alleviating Discomfort and Enhancing Quality of Life for Our Feline Companions. ⁠
3. Liver Diseases of Cats: Exploring Common Ailments, Treatment Options, and Strategies for Promoting Liver Health in cats
4. Blood Pressure in Cats: Monitoring and Managing Hypertension for better life.

Day 2

1. Treatment and management of Lower Urinary Tract infections in feline patients.
2. Respiratory Health for Cats: Understanding and Addressing Diseases of the Upper Respiratory Tract.
3. ⁠Hyperthyroidism in Cats: recognizing Symptoms, Treatments, and Care Strategies for Supporting Cats with this Common Condition.
4. Understanding feline kidney diseases: Insights and Guidance for Understanding, Managing, and Improving the Lives of Cats Affected by Kidney Issues.

**Only for SCAPSL members**
Renew your membership for 2024 with Rs. 2000/-

Register Now!
> Rs. 6000/- per day
> Rs. 8000/- per both days
Please send your payment Slip to 0779489216 (Dr. Dhanushka de Seram ) for registration..
Limited seats available!!! First come first serve basis.
Refreshments and lunch will be provided.

SCAPSL Bank details:
1107408301
Society of Companion Animal Practitioners
Commercial bank
Kollupitiya branch

Please contact:
Dr. Thilini Rasnayake 0716865696
Dr. Dhanushka de Seram 0779489216
Dr. Chathura Priyadarshana 0706002004
for further information

*Fill the below google sheet if you wish to attend to the event*

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1QhUjczaG-V_2xSN7ZQN50T_AtZ7lf4p7sYAO7JmCVII/viewform

06/04/2024

Dental nerve blocks in dogs and cats provide a quick and easy pain management technique to increase patient safety during anesthesia.