What is Wild West Vet?

The western United States' destination for veterinary continuing education, hands-on learning and meaningful connections.

Earn up to 36 CE credits (pending RACE approval) across 140+ sessions curated with Clinician’s Brief, NAVTA, and Veterinary Practice News.

Wild West Vet brings together veterinarians, veterinary technicians, practice owners, practice managers and animal health professionals for four days of high-quality continuing education, networking and product discovery in Reno, Nevada.

Whether you're looking to improve patient care, strengthen your clinical skills, grow your practice, support your team or discover the latest innovations in veterinary medicine, Wild West Vet delivers practical education you can apply immediately. Explore expert-led sessions covering small animal medicine, large animal medicine, equine care, exotics, emergency medicine, dentistry, practice management, leadership and more, alongside hands-on learning opportunities and a dedicated veterinary technician program.

Join veterinary professionals from across the western United States and beyond who come to Wild West Vet each year to earn CE credits, connect with peers, discover what's new in veterinary medicine and return to practice inspired.

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Discover New Solutions

Meet the companies shaping the future of veterinary care.

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Create a personalized learning experience across 140+ sessions.

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Connect with veterinary professionals from across the industry.

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Who Attends Wild West Vet?

Veterinarians

Earn up to 36 hours of practical veterinary continuing education focused on diagnosis, treatment, surgery, emergency medicine, dentistry, dermatology, internal medicine and more. Learn from experienced clinicians, discover new technologies and return to practice with practical knowledge you can use immediately.

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Veterinary Technicians

Advance your clinical skills with continuing education created specifically for veterinary technicians. Explore hands-on learning, advanced clinical techniques, new technologies, communication strategies and wellness topics designed to help you grow throughout your career.

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Practice Owners

Lead a stronger, more successful veterinary practice with continuing education that supports both clinical excellence and business growth. Explore new technology, discover innovative products, connect with leading suppliers in 1:1 meetings, and gain practical strategies from industry experts that improve patient care, team performance and long-term practice success.

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Practice Managers

Discover practical solutions for running a more efficient veterinary practice. Connect with leading suppliers, explore the latest practice technology and gain valuable insights into operations, team development and workflow improvements that help your practice thrive. Earn up to 17 hours of VHMA-approved CE over 3 days while advancing your professional development.

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Why exhibit at
Wild West Vet?

With 100+ exhibitors, 1,100+ veterinary professionals, an intimate event environment that fosters meaningful conversations, and a proven exhibitor-focused show floor, Wild West Vet gives your company the opportunity to build brand awareness, generate qualified leads and showcase innovative products to veterinary decision-makers. Whether you're launching a new solution or expanding your presence across the western United States, Wild West Vet helps you maximize your investment and turn valuable conversations into long-term customers.

Reach veterinarians, practice owners and practice managers.
Connect with qualified veterinary buyers.
Generate high-quality leads.
Demonstrate products and technology in person.
Build relationships that drive long-term business growth.

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CJ Burnett

CJ Burnett Certified Exit Planner (CExP), Financial Advisor, Co-founder, Florida Veterinary Advisors
Florida Veterinary Advisors is a national financial planning firm serving veterinarians and practice owners nationwide. Founded by Certified Exit Planners Tom Seeko and CJ Burnett in 2014, the firm specializes in aligning personal finances, business strategy, and exit planning to support long-term success. They are also co-hosts of the Smarter Vet® Podcast, co-authors of Unleashed: The Financial Clarity Every Veterinarian Needs, and frequent speakers at veterinary conferences nationwide.
Tom Seeko

Tom Seeko Certified Exit Planner (CExP), Financial Advisor, Co-founder, Florida Veterinary Advisors
Florida Veterinary Advisors is a national financial planning firm serving veterinarians and practice owners nationwide. Founded by Certified Exit Planners Tom Seeko and CJ Burnett in 2014, the firm specializes in aligning personal finances, business strategy, and exit planning to support long-term success. They are also co-hosts of the Smarter Vet® Podcast, co-authors of Unleashed: The Financial Clarity Every Veterinarian Needs, and frequent speakers at veterinary conferences nationwide.
Ken Pawlowski

Ken Pawlowski Consulting Veterinarian, Mg Biologics
Dr. Ken Pawlowski graduated from UC Davis in 1996 and after a few years in practice he and his wife, Kristi, opened two Charter Banfield Pet Hospitals (franchises). In 2016 they sold those back to Banfield. In 2020 they opened Insight Veterinary Wellness Center in El Dorado Hill (near Sacramento) which is a large hospital which includes Primary Care and 24/7 Emergency Care. In 2024 they partnered with a friend in a small group of hospitals in Northern California – VetnCare. Dr. Pawlowski is now the Director of Strategic Growth and Development for VetnCare.
Laura Boone

Laura Boone Executive Leadership Coach, Consultant & Business Strategist, Veterinary Mastery
Laura Boone is a Managing Partner, Executive Leadership Coach, and business consultant with more than 40 years of experience helping businesses grow through exceptional leadership. She holds a master’s degree in business and leadership and has coached more than 1,000 practices in leadership, culture, communication, conflict resolution, accountability, KPIs, marketing, systems, efficiency, and mergers and acquisitions. Laura has trained with Tony Robbins, Heroic Public Speaking, and earned her AsOne Coaching certification. A published author and sought-after national speaker, she is passionate about helping veterinary leaders build high-performing teams, thriving cultures, and profitable, sustainable practices.
Tiffany Tupler

Tiffany Tupler Senior Manager of Veterinary Relations, Chewy Health
Dr. Tiffany Tupler, DVM, CBCC-KA graduated from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine with a certificate in shelter medicine. Before enrolling at the University of Florida, she spent 15+ years working as a board-certified veterinary technician in specialty medicine with an interest in surgery and anaesthesia. As a veterinarian, she received certificates in the human-animal bond and fear-free for shelters. She worked for 10+ years at various animal welfare organizations helping create outreach programs and access to services in underserved communities. Dr. Tupler has been with Chewy Health for 3 years working within the Connect with a Vet team. Her professional interests include community medicine and accessibility to care, shelter medicine, veterinary forensics, disaster response, and small animal behavior. She devotes much of her time assisting domestic and international animal welfare organizations with community medicine and high volume/high quality spay neuter projects.
Dave Huff

Dave Huff Owner, Plantation Animal Hospital
Dr. Dave Huff graduated from NC State College of Veterinary Medicine in 1989 and has over 35 years of experience in small animal practice. He is the owner of Plantation Animal Hospital in Clayton, North Carolina, where he specializes in surgery, rehabilitation, and advanced therapeutic techniques. A nationally recognized speaker, Dr. Huff has presented at leading veterinary conferences and trained veterinarians on successful clinical protocols. He has utilized Erchonia's non-thermal low-level laser technology in his practice since 2009 and, following years of consistent clinical success, has been educating veterinary professionals through Erchonia LLLT seminars since 2015.
Lydia Harbour

Lydia Harbour Veterinary Dermatologist, Dermatology for Animals/Thrive Pet Healthcare
Dr. Lydia Harbour attended Western University of Health Sciences where she received her DVM in 2018 with recognition from the Phi Zeta honor society. Lydia completed her residency with Dermatology for Animals in Arizona in 2022 and received her ACVD Diplomate status later that year. Her interests in immunology, microbiology and endocrinology culminate into a passion for dermatology and how the skin functions. She enjoys the everyday puzzle of working up dermatology cases and all the wild things that can happen when these systems fail.
Allie McPhee

Allie McPhee Veterinarian & Founder, Mountain Town Veterinary Services
Dr. Allie McPhee is a veterinarian with a strong foundation in both emergency medicine and community-based general practice, bringing a broad clinical perspective to her work. A Park City native, she earned her undergraduate degree in Equine Science from Colorado State University and her DVM from Western University of Health Sciences, graduating Phi Zeta. Dr. McPhee completed a rotating internship and gained extensive experience in emergency and specialty settings across Utah, Idaho, California, and Southern Utah before returning to focus on high-quality general practice. She is the founder of Mountain Town Veterinary Services, a mobile practice built on delivering advanced, low-stress medical care while strengthening the veterinarian-client-patient relationship. Her work reflects a commitment to clinical excellence, thoughtful communication, and innovative practice models that support both patient outcomes and professional sustainability.
Eric White

Eric White Partner, Dykema
Eric White builds bridges for a living. In a market in which unforeseen variables arise and volatility is the norm, Eric brings a quiet confidence to the table for each of his clients. His unique ability to impose order upon chaos is why he’s earned a reputation for delivering results that satisfy even the most diametrically opposed parties.
Virgil Ochoa

Virgil Ochoa Partner, Dykema
Virgil Ochoa is a trusted advisor specializing in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) for medical professionals, including dentists, endodontists, oral surgeons, veterinarians, and managed service organizations. With decades of experience, he understands the unique emotional attachments these professionals have to their practices and the complexities involved in growing or selling a business.

Great opportunity to get updated on new trends in the vet industry, really grateful to have the opportunity to be a student for few days then bring back all I have learned and implement at my daily work as well as share with colleagues.

Inna Magner

Practice Owner & Veterinarian
I have come to WW on multiple occasions dating back to 2001! It’s an amazing conference with lots of opportunities to learn and grow. It has helped me to be a better anesthetist. The 2 evening entertainments this year were very enjoyable, even as a solo attendee! Thank y’all so much for the memories!

Rebecca Corners

Vet Tech - Surgery Anesthetist
Wild West Vet is located in a great city (Reno) with excellent content for both rural and urban practitioners!

Jennifer Fowler

Practice Owner & Veterinarian
I received a lot of information from some the speaker that I was able to take back to the office and utilize immediately.

Kathleen Kennedy

Veterinarian
First-timer, and I enjoyed everything. The sessions, food, and after-session events were all exciting and tailored to all voices and professions.

Kimberly Adibuah

Veterinary Technician

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