International Canine Sports Medicine Conference 2025

Huge Thanks to PanVet! 🐾🔬

A heartfelt thank you to Pan Veterinary Ltd for sponsoring the International Canine Sports Medicine Conference 2025!

Your support played a key role in making this event a success. From your cutting-edge blood analysers and instrumentation to the valuable resources you shared, your contribution truly stood out and was appreciated by all our delegates.

We’re grateful for your continued commitment to veterinary innovation and for helping us bring the community together at UCD.

Looking forward to future collaborations!

🩺 Thank You, MSD Animal Health! 🐾

We’re incredibly grateful to MSD Animal Health for their generous support of the International Canine Sports Medicine Conference 2025.

Your commitment to advancing veterinary science and animal health is inspiring, and we were proud to have you with us as a key sponsor.

Thank you for helping us bring together professionals from across the globe to share knowledge, innovation, and passion for canine sports medicine.

We look forward to future collaborations that continue to improve the lives of animals everywhere. 💙

Day 2 Recap – International Canine Sports Medicine Conference
📍 UCD University Club

What an amazing second day! Delegates enjoyed a full programme of expert lectures and discussions, earning 8 CVE Points.

A big thank you to our outstanding speakers — Chris Boemo, Mike Guilliard, Meg Brownlow, and Ray Ferguson — for sharing their expertise and engaging with our audience.

The day concluded with a warm and lively social event, where colleagues had the chance to connect, exchange ideas, and celebrate the growth of our field.

👏 Thank you to everyone who made Day 2 such a success!

Thank You to Our Sponsor – Ekico ✨🙏

We are deeply grateful to Ekico for sponsoring our conference. 🌟

Specializing in innovative digital tools that support canine orthopaedics and gait analysis, Ekico is helping veterinarians bring precision and data-driven insights into daily practice. 🐾💻

Your support has been invaluable in making this event possible. Thank you, Ekico, for your commitment to advancing veterinary care! 💙

🙏✨ Thank You to Our Sponsor – Duggan Veterinary Supplies ✨🙏

A heartfelt thank you to Duggan Veterinary Supplies for their generous support of our conference. 🌟

As one of Ireland’s leading providers of veterinary products, equipment, and pharmaceuticals, Duggan plays a vital role in supporting veterinarians in their daily practice and advancing animal health across the country. 🐾💙

Your partnership helped make this event a success, and we are truly grateful for your commitment to the veterinary community. 🙌

Conference – Final Day Highlights ✨

What a fantastic way to conclude our conference at the UCD School of Veterinary Medicine!

The day was filled with hands-on learning and insightful sessions led by:
🇮🇪 Denis Beary (Ireland)
🇦🇺 David Larratt (Australia)
🇦🇺 John Katakasi (Australia)
🇦🇺 Chris Boemo (Australia)
🇬🇧 Richard Payne (UK)
🇬🇧 Mike Guilliard (UK)

From greyhound examinations and surgical wetlabs to practical workshops on fractures, ligament injections, and more, the energy and dedication in every session was inspiring.

We wrapped up the day with a lively final Q+A and discussion, bringing together all the lecturers and participants to share reflections and insights.

The evening continued with a wonderful conference dinner followed by an exciting trip to Shelbourne Park for a night of greyhound racing 🐾🏆 — the perfect way to celebrate the learning, collaboration, and friendships built over these days.

A heartfelt thank you to all our lecturers, participants, and special guests, including Patrick Flannagan, Chairman of Greyhound Racing Ireland, for making this event such a success. 💫

Until next time!

Conference

Conference Highlights – Yesterday’s Sessions

What an inspiring and enriching day we had at the conference!
We are so grateful to have welcomed an outstanding line-up of lecturers who shared their knowledge, expertise, and passion with us:

🇮🇪 Denis Beary (Ireland)
🇦🇺 David Larratt (Australia)
🇦🇺 John Katakasi (Australia)
🇬🇧 Richard Payne (UK)

We also had the pleasure of an insightful last-moment contribution from Chris Boemo, who joined the discussion and added valuable perspectives regarding "Track design, its influence on injury rates and greyhound welfare".

The day began with a warm welcome from Patrick Flannagan, Chairman of Greyhound Racing Ireland, who set the tone for collaboration and innovation. 🙌🐾

A heartfelt thank you to all speakers, participants, and attendees who made this day unforgettable.

"Just one week to go until our much-anticipated conference! Check out our Social Events here."

Social Events - ICSMC.pdf

🏙 Explore Dublin !
You can find more of “What to Do in Dublin” here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QSa1tM-BhLMIsDDz7LRdJQVoR-llG3FK/view, packed with recommendations for sightseeing, dining, and cultural experiences to enjoy before, during, or after the conference!

Guide to Dublin.pdf

Conference Programme:

Outline - Int. Canine Sports Med. Conference 2025.pdf

International Canine Sports Medicine Conference 2025 Come learn all about keeping your fleet-footed friends in top shape at the International Canine Sports Medicine Conference 2025!