This May, NAVC's specialized event, the HiVE South 2026, will be held in the Southern United States. Scheduled on May 30th and 31st, 2026, the HiVE South veterinary event is all set to put forward learning and networking opportunities for veterinary professionals.
This peer-led veterinary conference intends to provide actionable skills via focused learning tracks. Participants can earn CE credits through educational sessions. HiVE South aims to emphasize small-group connections and immediate practical applications.
The event is scheduled to provide a specialized educational experience for veterinary professionals.
HiVE South 2026: Elevating Veterinary Practice Through Actionable Learning
HiVE South 2026 is divided into specialized theaters and workshops to ensure you get the exact training you need. The event focuses on four primary pillars: nursing and tech skills, practice management, integrated learning, and hands-on workshops.
Here's what attendees can explore at the HiVE South 2026.
• Clinical Skills and Patient Care: Special sessions on emergency response to small animal toxicosis are arranged. Other courses include behavioral health, nutrition labels, and current shelter medicine.
• Practice Management and Leadership: These cover the interpersonal aspects of veterinary medicine. Training in handling difficult conversations, holding team ideas and responsibilities without awkwardness, and communicating better by using DiSC styles.
• Hands-On Workshops: There are hands-on sessions, such as a bandaging boot camp and writing effective Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). CE workshops are also scheduled.
• Mental Health and Wellness: Integrated learning tracks address important issues such as suicide awareness training and development of a resiliency toolkit for the distinct demands of the profession.
Beyond the lectures, there will be a dedicated "Peer-to-Peer Mentoring" time in the Expo Hall to help you create new, long-lasting professional connections.
Surgical Instruments on Display at HiVE South 2026
A veterinary event is incomplete without an exhibition of the latest inventions. While the theater sessions provide the theory and strategy, the exhibit hall offers the opportunity to evaluate the surgical equipment required for these clinical tasks.
GerVetUSA is participating in the expo to show you how high-quality instrumentation supports the advanced techniques discussed in the sessions. Here's a glimpse of our trending veterinary products.
Extraction Kit for Small Dogs and Cats
The Extraction Kit for Small Dogs & Cats is a 12-piece set of instruments used for tooth extraction in small animal dentistry. It is used to assist in tooth removal in cats and small dogs, using suitable instruments for each step of the procedure, such as elevators and extraction forceps.
Every instrument is manufactured from German-grade stainless steel, providing durability and reliability in everyday dental procedures.
Halo Retractor
The Halo retractor is a must-have surgical instrument in every veterinary OR. Designed to minimize hand fatigue, it is used to retract and hold skin, tissues, and organs to facilitate a clear surgical site. It is lightweight and comes in different size variations. The durable design with locking pedals ensures a secure grip for accurate positioning. The instrument is ideal for small animal surgeries.
Hi Level Bandage Scissors 5 1/2" (Knowles) Tungsten Carbide
Hi-Level bandage scissors are designed for removing tight or hard bandages with ease. The blades are coated with tungsten carbide, which helps maintain sharp cutting edges for long-term use. Made from surgical-grade stainless steel, they offer strength, reliability, and smooth handling in everyday clinical work.
Gflex Periotome Set of 3 Micro-Serrated
The Gflex periotome set features three micro-serrated periotomes with stubby handles. The micro-serrated edge allows smooth insertion into the periodontal ligament space, helping minimize impact on surrounding tissues. The blades are very thin and slightly rounded, which helps them slide easily beneath the gum line. Moreover, the flexible design supports controlled cutting of the periodontal ligament with less force. Three different sizes are available.
Standard Eye Pack Veterinary with Tungsten Carbide Castroviejo
The Standard Eye Pack brings together six commonly used instruments for veterinary eye surgery, covering procedures like cataract, iris, and glaucoma work. Each instrument is German forged, giving it solid durability and resistance to corrosion, along with safe, repeated sterilization.
These tools are designed for delicate eye work, offering a lightweight feel and easy handling. They are reusable, autoclavable, and simple to maintain, making them suitable for both routine and more detailed surgical procedures.
Sterilization Tray for Dental Instruments
The Sterilization Tray for Dental Instruments holds up to 20 instruments and is designed for organizing veterinary dental tools in a practical and orderly way. Made from German stainless steel, it offers strength and long-lasting use in clinical settings. The tray is non-sterile, reusable, and built to handle repeated sterilization cycles while keeping instruments safely arranged before and after procedures.
Mathieu Olsen Hegar Needle Holder 5 1/2"
The Mathieu Olsen Hegar Needle Holder is designed for precise suturing needs. It features cross-serrated jaws for a secure grip on needles. The tungsten carbide inserts in the jaws add strength and help maintain steady, controlled handling during suturing work. It is made with German stainless steel, which makes it reusable and suitable for repeated sterilization and clinical use.
Canine And Feline Spay Pack Color Coated
The Canine & Feline Spay Pack includes 18 essential instruments used in spay procedures for dogs and cats. Made from surgical-grade material, each instrument is designed for repeated sterilization and long-term use.
The set includes a range of forceps, scissors, a knife handle, towel clamps, tissue forceps, an Olsen Hegar needle holder-scissors combination, and Snook ovariectomy hooks. The rose gold coating helps reduce glare and adds durability.
This reusable kit is built to support smooth handling and precise work during canine and feline spay procedures.
Customize Your Surgical Instruments: Visit Us at HiVE South
Visit GerVetUSA at the expo to explore how you can customize surgical instruments tailored to your needs. Our team will be there to guide you through options, designs, and solutions that match your clinical requirements. We will be waiting for you at Booth no. 303.
Why Should You Buy From Us?
Because
We Not Only Sell But Also Manufacture Our Surgical Instruments
Yes. We do manufacture surgical instruments in-house. Unlike suppliers, who act as middlemen, our manufacturing team directly handles customized orders. This way, we ensure quality and provide faster delivery.
Conclusion:
HiVE South 2026 offers a practical alternative to the traditional conference model by focusing on direct peer connection. Whether you are looking to refine your surgical techniques in a hands-on workshop or improve your clinic’s communication through leadership training, this event provides the specific tools needed to advance your practice.
We look forward to seeing you in the exhibit hall to discuss how our specialized instrumentation can improve your daily surgical efficiency. Join GerVetUSA Inc. in May to gain the clinical and management insights necessary for a more productive and sustainable veterinary career.
