An educational and competitive event organized by the American Veterinary Medical Association to evaluate and improve the welfare conditions of domestic and shelter animals.
Key Aspects
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Focus: Objective animal welfare science, veterinary ethics, and shelter animal environment analysis.
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Attendees: Veterinary students, animal behaviorists, and animal care professionals.
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Agenda: Real-world case assessments where participants analyze animal environments and defend their welfare recommendations to an expert panel.
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Unique Approach: Uses a structured, scientific framework to teach future veterinarians how to properly measure stress and quality of life in companion animals.
Event Content
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Date: 20–22 November 2026
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Venue: Texas A&M University, Texas, USA
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Cost: Entry/registration fees apply for competing teams and attendees.
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Link: avma.org/events