What’s on - events for pet professionals
Premier Groom
Dog Grooming competition for all levels of experience. Educational seminars and demonstration.
Hosted by Redcape and Summit Groomer Training Group
Dog Grooming Seminar
Interested in improving your salon skills?
Come and join us for a jam packed morning of learning!
Demos to be carried out on:
Cocker Spaniel, 2 different lengths
Clipped Miniature Schnauzer
Cockerpoo, 2 different coat textures and styles
Afternoon session - bring your own dog for a workshop with 2 of the countries most experienced tutors - Zoe Duffy & Joanne Angus
Dogs must be fully prepared ready for styling. You will need to bring your own equipment and table.
Guidance can be given for anything from salon work to competition grooming.
Tea and coffee available
Please bring your own lunch (or there's a MaccieDs near!)
CPD Certificate, handouts and goodie bags for all!!!
Please contact the email zlduffy01@gmail.com to book.
DogFest, Ashton Court - Bristol
Get ready, because DogFest in Partnership by Agria Pet Insurance is hitting Ashton Court on September 6th and 7th and trust us, it’s going to be a blast for everyone! Whether you're here for the dogs, the fun, or just a solid day out with friends and family, we've got something for you!
What’s On:
Live Shows & Activities – Incredible dog displays, live music, and plenty of entertainment to keep you buzzing all day long.
Dog-Friendly Stalls – Shop local, discover handmade goods, and explore all the cool doggy stuff
Tasty Food & Drinks – Grab a bite at one of the many food stalls, because who doesn’t love festival food?
Kids 11 & under go FREE! So bring the whole crew and make it a family day out!
It’s going to be an epic day filled with wagging tails, big smiles, and lots of fun! Don’t miss out!
GroomFest
Free Entry & Parking
Over 70 Trade Stands
Major Brands & Suppliers
New Product Launches
Business Services
Guinea Pig Welfare Forum
Guinea Pig Welfare Forum 2025
Welcome to the Guinea Pig Welfare Forum 2025! Join us at the Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre, an IHG Hotel for a day filled with everything guinea pig related. Learn from experts, meet fellow guinea pig enthusiasts, and how to keep your furry friends happy and healthy. Don't miss out on this paws-itively amazing event!
The Cat Show Live
Bringing the world of cats to life
Our 2024 show was incredible with over 3,000 cat enthusiasts coming together including rescues, breeders, speakers, pet businesses, vets, feline experts, charities and cat lovers like you. In 2025, we are expecting to double in size, with between 5-6 thousand people in attendance! You’ll be able to visit:
Retail Avenue – the largest cat specific retail shopping space under one roof – even bigger than last year!
Cat Village – Over 175 cats from different breeds waiting to meet you!
Theatre Square – Showcasing world-renowned feline experts, and this year there’s going to be 2 theatres, so even more to see!
Hope Alley – Learn about cat rescues and charities, and connect with cats in need.
Kitty Academy – Child focused space for our youngest cat lovers to learn all about cats, feline facts, how to groom them and how to prepare for a new pet!
DogFest, Harewood House - Yorkshire
Get ready, because DogFest in Partnership by Agria Pet Insurance is hitting Harewood House on September 13th and 14th and trust us, it’s going to be a blast for everyone! Whether you're here for the dogs, the fun, or just a solid day out with friends and family, we've got something for you!
What’s On:
Live Shows & Activities – Incredible dog displays, live music, and plenty of entertainment to keep you buzzing all day long.
Dog-Friendly Stalls – Shop local, discover handmade goods, and explore all the cool doggy stuff
Tasty Food & Drinks – Grab a bite at one of the many food stalls, because who doesn’t love festival food?
Kids 11 & under go FREE! So bring the whole crew and make it a family day out!
It’s going to be an epic day filled with wagging tails, big smiles, and lots of fun! Don’t miss out!
Webinar: The Future of Cat Behaviour & Welfare
The hugely successful cat behaviour conference is back for it’s 6th year and promises to showcase top tier cat experts delivering high-quality CPD and learning. This event is suitable for veterinary staff, animal behaviourists, rescue/shelter workers & volunteers, teaching staff and anyone that has a genuine interest in learning more about cats.
Whilst also tackling many aspects of cat behaviour, this year the conference is having an additional focus on the future of cat welfare. We want to challenge the audience with questions about the future of cats to ponder long after the event has finished
Why attend?
Learn from experts in cat behaviour, research, and rescue
Gain CPD that's relevant for vets, nurses, behaviourists, shelter staff, educators, and cat lovers alike
Explore the intersection of medical and behavioural issues in cats
Hear the latest on legislation, shelter reform, and population research
Leave with insights, reflections, and questions to take forward in your work
Early Bird: £35 (inc. VAT) – available until 20th June
Prices will increase after this date, so book now to save your seat at the best rate!
Speakers: Nicky Trevorrow, Jeff Knott, Nikki Mcleod, Claire Roberts, Jennifer McDonald, Rae Foreman-Worsley, Daniel Warren-Cummings, Maggie Roberts, Sammie Ravenscroft,
Jess Williams, James Yeates.
DogFest, Loseley Park - Surrey
Get ready, because DogFest in Partnership by Agria Pet Insurance is hitting Loseley Park on September 27th and 28th and trust us, it’s going to be a blast for everyone! Whether you're here for the dogs, the fun, or just a solid day out with friends and family, we've got something for you!
What’s On:
Live Shows & Activities – Incredible dog displays, live music, and plenty of entertainment to keep you buzzing all day long.
Dog-Friendly Stalls – Shop local, discover handmade goods, and explore all the cool doggy stuff
Tasty Food & Drinks – Grab a bite at one of the many food stalls, because who doesn’t love festival food?
Kids 11 & under go FREE! So bring the whole crew and make it a family day out!
It’s going to be an epic day filled with wagging tails, big smiles, and lots of fun! Don’t miss out!
DogX 2025 - PACT
DogX 2025 - Conference hosted by PACTs - Professional Association of Canine Trainers
Join an unparalleled lineup of world-renowned experts:
Chirag Patel
Jenifer Zeligs, Ph.D.
Cat the Vet
Roz Pooley (The Mutty Professor)
Demonstration from Guide Dogs UK
This isn't just another conference; it's a unique opportunity to:
Gain invaluable knowledge and discover ethical techniques.
Connect with a passionate community of dog lovers.
Leave feeling inspired and empowered to make a real difference.
SCAS Virtual Conference
The Society for Companion Animal Studies (SCAS) are excited to announce an upcoming conference that brings together experts and pioneers in the field of animal-assisted services. Whether you are working in education, social work, veterinary care, healthcare, or simply passionate about the role animals play in human wellbeing, this event is for you!
This year’s conference, 'Unified Voices: Why the Human-Animal Bond is Important to You as Professionals', will include international speakers and engaging presentations.
Key highlights include:
- A keynote session from Zenithan Ng on the power and impact of animal-assisted programmes
- Thought-provoking talks on ethical practices, veterinary social work, and animals as classroom companions
- A deep dive into the SCAS Code of Practice and the welfare of animals in therapeutic settings
- Plus, panel discussions, networking breaks, and the chance to engage with leading voices in this evolving field!
This conference is a must for anyone passionate about the human-animal connection — practical, ethical, and forward-thinking.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and lead the way in animal-assisted approaches.
REGISTER NOW ON EVENTBRITE: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../2025-scas-virtual...
Want to access their member rates on tickets? Join SCAS today! For just £25 (or £15 as a Student Member), you'll receive a discount on your conference registration as well as FREE access to our monthly webinars: https://www.scas.org.uk/get-involved/membership/
Pet Pro Expo
The Pet Pro Expo is packed with guest speakers covering everything from HR to marketing, pensions to goal setting, all tailored to meet the needs of pet professionals.
£10 off for Animal Focused Alliance members - find your discount code in the members area of our website.
ABK Seminar: From Intake to Outcome
Supporting Behavioural Health at all Stages of the Rescue Journey
Join Tom Candy and Trish McMillan as they explore various aspects of a dog's journey through rescue, from intake to post-adoption support. This interactive workshop day will put a behaviour forward spin on all the elements creating a successful journey through rescue, from getting a good behaviour history at intake, to assessment, enrichment and behaviour modification, to supporting appropriate pathways and outcomes for each dog.
Timings
The day will run from 10:00am – 5:00pm on 14th July 2025.
Breaks at 11:30am, 1:00pm (lunch), and 3:30pm.
All taking place in the Ashford International Hotel.
Who Should Attend?
This seminar is designed for anyone working to support dogs through rehoming journeys—whether in shelters, rescue groups, fostering networks, veterinary practice, or behaviour consulting. If you want to deepen your understanding of canine behavioural needs in the rescue system and make ethically informed decisions from intake to outcome, this day is for you.
DogFest, Blenheim Palace - Oxfordshire
Get ready, because DogFest in Partnership by Agria Pet Insurance is hitting Blenheim Palace on July 12th and 13th and trust us, it’s going to be a blast for everyone! Whether you're here for the dogs, the fun, or just a solid day out with friends and family, we've got something for you!
What’s On:
Live Shows & Activities – Incredible dog displays, live music, and plenty of entertainment to keep you buzzing all day long.
Dog-Friendly Stalls – Shop local, discover handmade goods, and explore all the cool doggy stuff
Tasty Food & Drinks – Grab a bite at one of the many food stalls, because who doesn’t love festival food?
Kids 11 & under go FREE! So bring the whole crew and make it a family day out!
It’s going to be an epic day filled with wagging tails, big smiles, and lots of fun! Don’t miss out!
ABK Dog Behaviour Conference 2025
JOIN IN PERSON
Join us for ABK Conference 2025 as we explore the theme “Raising Resilient Dogs” with an incredible lineup of new and returning speakers. This premier event for dog behaviourists, trainers, and veterinary professionals will be packed with cutting-edge insights, practical tools, and fun networking events.
JOIN THE LIVESTREAM
We know leaving your dog behind can be tough, so if attending in person isn’t an option, our livestreaming package has you covered wherever you are in the world. Watch all the sessions live from the comfort of your home, enjoy 1 year of access to replay recordings, and even participate in select Q&A sessions remotely.
WATCH THE RECORDINGS
All ticket holders will have access to the recordings for a full year after the event. If you miss any talks on the day, you'll have plenty of time to catch up at your own pace.
ABK Seminar: ReFraming Resilience - 11th July
An Interactive One-Day Seminar on the Updated Resilience Framework
Dr Kathy Murphy and Bobbie Bhambree are thrilled to invite you to an exclusive, in-person seminar dedicated to exploring the newly refined Resilience Framework. This isn’t just an update—it’s a bold reimagining of how we understand and apply the biology of resilience to the training and rehabilitation of the dogs we work with, informed by the latest research and shaped by real-world practice.
This event marks two exciting firsts: the first time this updated framework will be presented, and the first time we have brought this concept to the U.K. If you’re passionate about resilience in dogs, this is a unique opportunity to engage with the framework directly from its creators.
Timings
The day will run from 10:00am – 5:00pm on 11th July 2025.
Breaks at 11:30am, 1:00pm (lunch), and 3:30pm.
All taking place in the Ashford International Hotel.
What’s New?
We are ReFraming resilience. We've streamlined the model and created new tools to assist with its implementation. These changes aren’t just cosmetic—they reflect deeper insights gained from its widespread use and new scientific findings, making a framework that is more adaptable, relevant, and impactful.
Why Attend?
This isn’t your typical seminar. It’s designed to be interactive, dynamic, and thought-provoking. You’ll be part of an engaging dialogue where your questions, experiences, and insights are not just welcomed—they’re integral to the day’s success.
Deep Dive into the neurobiology of resilience: Understand the nuances of the updated domains and how the foundational domain connects and strengthens them all.
Real-World Applications: Learn how the framework has been applied internationally across diverse settings, and how you can adapt it to your own work.
Interactive Discussions: Share your experiences, ask questions, and explore practical challenges in a safe, inclusive space.
Exclusive Insights: Gain firsthand knowledge directly from the framework’s co-authors, including the latest research that influenced these updates.
Who Should Attend?
This seminar is for canine professionals, educators, leaders, and anyone passionate about fostering resilience. Whether you work in veterinary medicine, education, animal behaviour, grooming, kennelling or training, you’ll leave with fresh perspectives and practical strategies to apply immediately.
World Feline Congress 2025
The veterinary profession’s leading feline CPD event
Join over 20 global experts in cat friendly veterinary care as we explore how to optimise the care of our smallest feline patients from the start of life through to adulthood.
Featuring an advanced stream exploring what’s new in feline practice, from medicine to neurology, surgery, ECC (and more!), plus a dedicated stream for veterinary nurses and technicians.
DogFest, Tatton Park - Cheshire
Get ready, because DogFest in Partnership by Agria Pet Insurance is hitting Tatton Park on June 21st and 22nd and trust us, it’s going to be a blast for everyone! Whether you're here for the dogs, the fun, or just a solid day out with friends and family, we've got something for you!
What’s On:
Live Shows & Activities – Incredible dog displays, live music, and plenty of entertainment to keep you buzzing all day long.
Dog-Friendly Stalls – Shop local, discover handmade goods, and explore all the cool doggy stuff
Tasty Food & Drinks – Grab a bite at one of the many food stalls, because who doesn’t love festival food?
Kids 11 & under go FREE! So bring the whole crew and make it a family day out!
It’s going to be an epic day filled with wagging tails, big smiles, and lots of fun! Don’t miss out!