Hybrid Conference - 4/13/24 and 4/14/24 - Feline Health Symposium: Being PURRfectly Clear on Feline Pain - EveryCat Health Foundation (fee applies)
2024-04-13 04:30 - 15:00, 2024-04-14 05:00 - 09:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
EveryCat Health Foundation and the NC State College of Veterinary Medicine are excited to partner together for the symposium, Being PURRfectly Clear on Feline Pain on April 13-14, 2024. We hope you join us to learn and support our missions for our feline friends.
This symposium will have two tracks, one for veterinary professionals looking for continuing education credits and one for non-veterinary professionals. Both tracks will focus on feline pain with topics such as pain with cancer, dentistry, urinary tract, and GI . The symposium will take place at the NC State College of Veterinary Medicine. Both tracks will be recorded and made available to all attendees at the conclusion of the symposium.
WEBSITE LINK: https://felinepainsymposium.squarespace.com/

Hybrid Conference - 5/1/24 to 5/3/24 - IAABC Foundation Animal Behavior Conference - IAABC (fee applies)
2024-05-01, 2024-05-02, 2024-05-03 | Virtual
The International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants Foundations’ Animal Behavior Conference will be held this year in Asheville, North Carolina and via livestream May 1st-3rd. The IAABC Foundation, sister organization to the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (the IAABC), is hosting its annual conference at the DoubleTree by Hilton Asheville – Biltmore and you’re invited!
Explore, discover and learn from experts in dog, cat behavior, horse behavior, and more. You’ll have the opportunity to attend over 30 educational sessions, covering topics such as:

Working with the human-animal, understanding social cognition and behavior of people and the importance of building community
Interdisciplinary and innovative approaches to emotional regulation, understanding disorders
Animal ethics, social constructions and defining “good training”
And much more!

In addition to the educational sessions, the IAABC Foundation is hosting 3 unique off-site events to kick off the conference. Choose to visit the first-of-its-kind facility, ASPCA Behavioral Rehabilitation Center (BRC), enter the fascinating world of parrot behavior at Phoenix Landing or learn from a panel of renowned equine educators. Last year’s attendees benefited from these amazing learning and networking opportunities. Now you can, too!
A scholarship is available to marginalized communities. IAABC members also receive a discount, so if you’re not already a member, now is the perfect time to join!
Take advantage of this valuable opportunity to learn from top professionals and network with peers who share your interests. Reserve your spot at the IAABC Foundation Conference in Asheville now. We hope to see you there!
Contact the IAABC Foundation at questions@iaabcfoundation.org if you have any questions.
WEBSITE LINK: https://iaabcfoundation.org/animal-behavior-conference/

Hybrid Conference – 6/4/24 to 6/5/24 – 2024 Veterinary Behavior Symposium – ACVB (fee applies)
2024-06-04 06:00 - 15:00, 2024-06-05 06:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Please join ACVB for our two-day Veterinary Behavior Symposium June 4–5, 2024 at the Nicollet Island Pavilion in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Register now and join us for one or both days!
The Veterinary Behavior Symposium provides a forum for sharing cutting-edge, original research in the field of animal behavior. The program will be held in-person in Minneapolis and be available virtually (live-streamed) as well. The presentations will be made available after the event for all registrants for those who wish to view again or return to it.
DAY 1: VBS Scientific Paper Session
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
The VBS Scientific Paper Session provides a community for sharing cutting-edge, original research in the field of animal behavior. Join us in person to connect with other professionals or attend virtually via live stream. The presentations will be made available after the event for all registrants who wish to view the presentations after the meeting.
DAY 2: New! VBS Practical Behavior Forum
Wednesday, June 5, 2024 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
The VBS Practical Behavior Forum is the ACVB’s exciting new offering especially for veterinarians in primary care. Join ACVB Diplomates for concise and informative talks on topics that you address every day. This is the first ever ACVB sponsored conference to offer effective tips and takeaways to help you practice behavioral medicine in ‘the real world’. Attend virtually or in person.
The Practical Behavior Forum is eligible for 6.5 continuing education credits from Karen Pryor Academy and 6.5 continuing education credits from Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.dacvb.org/page/2024VBSandForum

Hybrid Conference – 7/11/24 to 7/14/24 – PacVet 2024 – CVMA (fee applies)
2024-07-11 08:00 - 19:15, 2024-07-12 08:00 - 19:00, 2024-07-13 08:00 - 19:00, 2024-07-14 08:00 - 15:45 | Virtual
The Pacific Veterinary Conference is dedicated to providing comprehensive, current, and practical continuing education information for the entire veterinary practice team. The four day conference gives attendees the opportunity to earn CE, attend a two-day Vet Expo, and have plenty of time to spend with family and friends. PacVet attracts veterinary professionals from across the United States, Canada, and other countries. 87 percent of past conference attendees say they would recommend PacVet to their colleagues.
The Pacific Veterinary Conference is sponsored by the California Veterinary Medical Association.
In-Person-Only Tracks
These tracks will be presented exclusively in person in San Francisco.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
One Health
Practice Management
Shelter Medicine
Small Animal Surgery
USDA-NVAP: APHIS-Approved Supplemental Training (AAST)
Wellness

In-Person & Virtual Tracks
These tracks will be presented both in person in San Francisco and livestreamed online in real time for our virtual audience.

Small Animal Medicine
Technician

Virtual-Only Tracks
These tracks will be presented exclusively online for our virtual audience.

Avian/Exotics
Equine

WEBSITE LINK: https://pacvet.net/san-francisco/

Hybrid Conference – 7/12/24 to 7/14/24 – 2024 ASPCA® Cornell Maddie’s® Shelter Medicine Conference – ASPCA (fee applies)
2024-07-12 05:30 - 17:15, 2024-07-13 05:30 - 13:45, 2024-07-14 05:30 - 13:45 | Virtual
The 2024 ASPCA® Cornell Maddie’s® Shelter Medicine Conference will be held July 12-14, 2024, at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. Now in its 21st year, this year’s conference features our largest offering ever of educational opportunities! Experience more than 30 hours of world-class continuing education from dozens of sessions covering the latest in medical, behavior and shelter operations.
This year’s conference features a keynote address by Emily McCobb, DVM, MS, DACVAA. Dr. McCobb is co-section head for Community Medicine and Director of the Luke and Lily Lerner Spay Neuter Clinic at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, Tufts University. Dr. McCobb works to support community programs at the Cummings School and assisted in opening the Tufts at Tech Community Veterinary Clinic. Dr. McCobb’s keynote will focus on the roots and evolution of Access to Care in veterinary medicine and will examine how the field grew out of work being by Shelter and Community Medicine Programs for decades. Where might this field go next and what ramifications might this have for our discipline?
Conference Livestream
Can’t make the trip to Ithaca? We’ve got you covered! For the first time in conference history, Saturday’s and Sunday’s sessions will be livestreamed and available for livestream ticket holders. And thanks to our Livestream sponsor, Independence Pet Group® (IPG), there is no registration fee for the livestream! For more information on Livestream offering please visit the Livestream page.
WEBSITE LINK: https://events.bizzabo.com/sheltermedconference

Hybrid Conference - 10/4/24 to 10/6/24 - The Gathering III: CARE Conference 2024 - CARE (fee applies)
2024-10-04 - 2024-10-06 | Loews Hotel Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, United States
The Gathering is CARE’s 3rd annual conference which highlights the wisdom of BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) people working in partnership with Human and Animal organizations and Proximate Leaders. This unique event is deeply rooted in Community Wisdom.
We will be opening our invitation to 250 Attendees including veterinary students, animal welfare professionals, donors and community members advocating for Human well-being and Animal Care.
This year’s Gathering will focus on recognizing the gifts we have as individuals, prioritizing relationship building, and partnering together to bring about systemic change.
Love in Action. Love is a Verb.
WEBSITE LINK: https://careawo.org/thegathering/

Hybrid Conference – 4/26/25 and 4/27/25 – Feline Health Symposium - Health Breakthroughs for EveryCat: Focusing on Future Therapies for Feline Heart Disease and Beyond – EveryCat Health Foundation (fee applies)
2025-04-26, 2025-04-27 | Virtual
EveryCat Health Foundation and North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine are excited to partner once again for a feline health symposium!
Join us on April 26-27, 2025 at North Carolina State College of Veterinary Medicine in Raleigh, NC for Health Breakthroughs for EveryCat: Focusing on Future Therapies for Feline Heart Disease and Beyond.
The focus this year is feline heart disease, including feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, with some very exciting news being announced!
This symposium will feature two tracks:
a two-day track for veterinary professionals offering continuing education credits, and
a one-day track for non-veterinary professionals.
Featured speakers include:
Joshua Stern, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Cardiology),
Jose Novo Matos DVM DipECVIM (Cardiology) MRCVS,
Ronald H. L. Li, DVM, MVetMed, PhD, DACVECC,
Alex Lynch, BVSc(Hons) DACVECC MRCVS,
Margaret Gruen, DVM, MVPH, PhD, DACVB, Fear Free Certified
and many others!
Both in-person and live stream options are available!
WEBSITE LINK: https://felinesymposium.squarespace.com/

Hybrid Conference - 5/8/25 - IAABC Foundation Animal Behavior Pre-Conference Events - IAABC (fee applies)
2025-05-08 | Virtual
Our education experts will deliver a rich mix of insights on the latest in animal behavior and training science, research, challenges, and best practices.
Join us in Colorado Springs, where behavior consultants, animal trainers, veterinary professionals, shelter and rescue staff, working animal experts, and passionate enthusiasts are all welcome. With the stunning backdrop of the Rockies and our shared dedication to animal behavior and training, this conference is sure to be an unforgettable experience!
Our pre-conference events on May 8 operate at a financial loss to make unique learning exPreview (opens in a new tab)periences accessible. Spaces are limited and offered on a first come, first served basis.
WEBSITE LINK: https://iaabcfoundation.org/animal-behavior-conference/

Hybrid Conference - 5/8/25 to 5/11/25 - IAABC Foundation Animal Behavior Conference 2025 - IAABC (fee applies)
2025-05-09, 2025-05-10, 2025-05-11 | Virtual

Hybrid Conference - 6/27/25 to 6/30/25 - Pac Vet 2025 - CVMA (fee applies)
2025-06-27 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-28 08:00 - 18:30, 2025-06-29 07:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-30 08:00 - 16:00 | Long Beach Convention Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA, 90802, United States
The California Veterinary Medical Association’s Pacific Veterinary Conference (PacVet) returns to Long Beach in 2025 to bring comprehensive, current, and practical continuing education information to the entire veterinary practice team! This four-day conference gives attendees the opportunity to earn CE, attend a two-day Vet Expo, and network with colleagues from across the globe.
WEBSITE LINK: https://pacvet.net/

Hybrid Conference - 7/11/25 to 7/13/25 - ASPCA® Cornell Maddie’s® Shelter Medicine Conference - ASPCA (fee applies)
2025-07-11 09:25 - 16:30, 2025-07-12 05:30 - 14:00, 2025-07-13 05:30 - 13:45 | Virtual
The 2025 ASPCA® Cornell Maddie’s® Shelter Medicine Conference will be held July 11-13, 2025, at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. Now in its 22nd year, this year’s conference features world-class continuing education from dozens of sessions covering the latest in medical, behavior and shelter operations. This year’s agenda features over 40 sessions, workshops, and roundtables for sheltering, veterinary, and behavior professionals, including a keynote by Vincent Medley, Maddie’s Human Animal Support Services Director at Austin Pets Alive. Vincent will discuss the history of animal control and its relationship to sheltering.
This year’s tracks include:

Foundations of Sheltering: Features two full days of sessions focused on a review of sheltering principles to deliver high quality care. Includes sessions on population management, training spay/neuter teams, enrichment and more!
Integrated Care: Sessions are centered around veterinary, behavior, and sheltering teams working together to optimize care. Includes presentations on behavior modification in a shelter, behavior in a medical setting, puppy socialization and more!
Vet-to-Vet: Offerings focus on providing efficient and practical medical care to animals in shelter medicine, community medicine, and accessible care settings – delivered by veterinarians, for veterinarians. Includes sessions on clinical pathology, surgical spectrum of care, orthopedic surgery decision making and more!
Community connections: Sessions explore the connection between animal sheltering and the community. Includes sessions on community vaccine clinics, field services, community outreach as a culture and more!
Sheltering Research & Applications: Offerings focus on applying research-backed solutions and protocols. Includes sessions on ringworm in cats, antimicrobials and more!

Livestream Available Again This Year!
Can’t make it to Ithaca? We’ve got you covered! Most conference sessions will be livestreamed and available for both in-person and livestream ticket holders. Check out our livestream page for more info!
WEBSITE LINK: https://events.bizzabo.com/sheltermedconference

Hybrid Conference - 7/18/25 to 7/22/25 - AVMA Convention 2025 - AVMA (fee applies)
2025-07-18, 2025-07-19 | Virtual
AVMA is proud to host the 40th World Veterinary Association Congress in conjunction with AVMA Convention 2025. We’ll be bringing together the global veterinary community for an experience unlike any other: high-quality education, exciting events, and the incredible opportunity to meet colleagues from all over the world. Join us July 18-22, in Washington, D.C. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. It’s the premier veterinary event you don’t want to miss!
Early-bird rates have been extended!
In order to make AVMA Convention and the WVA Congress more accessible to the whole veterinary community, we’ve dropped the cost of regular registration by $100! That means everyone can attend the veterinary event of the summer at the lowest possible rates. Don’t miss out on these savings.
Virtual program
Can’t make it to Washington, D.C.? The virtual program lets you stream up to 200 hours of select CE sessions from the comfort of your home. Sessions can be viewed live or on demand and will be available through the end of the year. To see which sessions are included, visit the CE schedule and filter by “Live Stream/On-Demand Sessions.”
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.avma.org/events/avma-convention
