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February 2025
February 1-2
The Aquatic Expo
Charlotte, NC
Two-day expo with exhibitors, vendors and expert speakers.
theaquaticexpo.com
Produced by Carolina Reefing Community and Carolina Aquatic Expo
February 13-16
Groom Expo West
Pasadena, CA
West Coast grooming trade show and educational conference. Find grooming tools, supplies and software, plus seminars from everything from grooming techniques to handling everyday issues in a pet-care business.
groomexpowest.com
Produced by Barkleigh Productions
February 20-22
Best Friends National Conference
Palm Springs, CA
Conference presenting the latest tools and data-driven techniques to save homeless dogs and cats. Connects animal welfare supporters, volunteers, staff and leaders across the country with networking events and educational sessions from leaders in advocacy, community engagement, field and animal services, shelter medicine and animal care, and fundraising and development.
bestfriends.org/events/best-friends-national-conference
Produced by Best Friends Animal Society
February 24
Pet Industry Network Growth Summit 2025
Virtual event designed to empower pet-business owners with cutting-edge strategies and industry insights. The summit features specialized tracks tailored to meet the distinct needs of brick-and-mortar retailers, local pet-care service providers and e-commerce businesses. Attendees will experience expert-led sessions on innovation and growth strategies, participate in the exciting Live Pet Business Shark Tank competition, engage in industry-specific breakout panels, and connect with fellow pet industry professionals in dedicated networking sessions.
petindustrynetwork.com/pin-summit
Produced by Pet Industry Network
February 26-28
Pet Business Growth Workshop
Fort Worth, TX
Three-day conference bringing together industry experts and pet-business owners to address launching, growing and building profitable enterprises. Includes expert-led sessions, small group collaborations, workshops, exhibitors and networking opportunities.
thedoggurus.com
Produced by The Dog Gurus
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February 28-March 2
NAPPS 2025 Conference
Tempe, AZ
Conference for professional pet sitters including educational seminars by top industry experts, panel discussions, networking and exhibitor trade show. This year’s theme: Enrich & Elevate — Mind, Body, Business.
petsitters.org
Produced by the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS)
March 2025
March 4
Pet Sitters International Focus Online Summit
Virtual
One-day summit for pet sitters and dog walkers. Offers pet professionals ability to learn from industry experts and network with petcare professionals by phone, iPad or computer.
petsit.com
Produced by Pet Sitters International (PSI)
March 4-7
Natural Products Expo West
Anaheim, CA
Leading trade show in the natural, organic and healthy lifestyle industry. Gain insights from top experts in education sessions and check out the latest in natural and specialty food products and trends.
expowest.com
Produced by New Hope Network
March 7-9
GROOM’D
Atlanta, GA
One-stop-shop for grooming and pet-care professionals to discover new trends, techniques and tools to grow business. Offers dozens of educational seminars, hands-on workshops and grooming contests. PETS+ is the official media partner of GROOM’D.
groomd.org
Produced by World Pet Association (WPA)
March 14-16
Clicker Expo Chicago
Chicago, IL
In-person event for animal-training enthusiasts and professionals to receive coaching, keep up with the latest techniques and learn from positive-reinforcement experts.
clickerexpo.clickertraining.com
Produced by Karen Pryor Clicker Training
March 15-16
North American Reptile Breeder’s Conference & Trade Show
Tinley Park, IL
One of six shows in four cities where the general public, reptile enthusiasts, retailers and reptile breeders meet face-to-face and network as breeders exhibit their latest captive-born reptiles.
narbc.com
Produced by ECO Publishing and Chicago Reptile House
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Reefapalooza Texas
March 15-16
Frisco, TX
One of four two-day saltwater aquarium expos throughout the country with vendors, expert educational talks and local fish store retailers.
reefapaloozashow.net
Founded by the Southern California Marine Aquarium Society (SCMAS)
March 20-23
Intergroom
Seacaucus, NJ
International grooming conference featuring grooming competitions, continuing education seminars, and a three-day trade show with more than 100 booths of grooming-related products and equipment.
intergroom.com
Produced by Barkleigh Productions
March 24-26
The Pet Summit
Orlando, FL
An experiential education event for pet industry leaders and strategists. Offers expert speakers, educational tracks, keynotes, panel discussions and networking.
thepetsummit.com
Produced by the American Pet Products Association (APPA)
March 26-28
Global Pet Expo
Orlando, FL
Connect, network and explore at the international pet product gathering for pet industry professionals, from manufacturers, importers and retailers to pet media, influencers and leaders. Expo includes the Global Learning Series, free for all registered attendees.
globalpetexpo.org
Produced by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA)
March 29-30
North American Reptile Breeder’s Conference & Trade Show
Dallas, TX
One of six shows in four cities where the general public, reptile enthusiasts, retailers and reptile breeders meet face-to-face and network as breeders exhibit their latest captive-born reptiles.
narbc.com
Produced by ECO Publishing and Chicago Reptile House
April 2025
April 13-14
Pets Canada Pet Industry Show Calgary
Calgary, AB, Canada
One of several Pets Canada industry events where attendees discover the newest pet products and the latest technology. Pet clients and suppliers connect, network and participate in special events and seminars.
pets-canada.odoo.com
Produced by Pets Canada
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April 15-18
Animal Care Expo
Las Vegas, NV
Educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. Includes exhibit hall, educational presentations, networking opportunities, and best practice tips from animal welfare experts.
expo@humanesociety.org
Produced by The Humane Society of the United States
April 22-24
NASC Annual Conference
Columbus, OH
National Animal Supplement Council’s annual event, bringing together industry professionals to focus on the latest trends, innovations and regulatory updates in the animal supplement sector.
conference.nasc.cc
Produced by the National Animal Supplement Council (NASC)
April 24-27
Northwest Grooming Show
Tacoma, WA
Seattle-area grooming education and competition. Includes networking, trade show, seminars by industry pros and grooming competitions.
nwgroom.com
Produced by Barkleigh Productions
April 26-27
Reefapalooza Orlando
Orlando, FL
One of four two-day saltwater aquarium expos throughout the country with vendors, expert educational talks and local fish store retailers.
reefapaloozashow.net
Founded by the Southern California Marine Aquarium Society (SCMAS)
April 28
Petfood Essentials 2025
Kansas City, MO
Interactive, informal education seminar held prior to the Petfood Forum. This year’s focus is pet food sustainability.
petfoodforumevents.com/petfood-essentials
Produced by Petfood Forum
April 28-30
Pet Food Forum 2025
Kansas City, MO
Serving the global pet food manufacturing industry, the forum presents the latest research and innovations on pet nutrition, the global pet food market, pet food safety, processing and packaging. Provides opportunities for pet food professionals from around the world to network. Includes workshops and speakers.
petfoodforumevents.com
Produced by Petfood Forum
May 2025
May 5-8
Pet Boarding and Daycare Expo West
Las Vegas, NV
National conference for professionals in the pet boarding and day-care industry. Features a two-day trade show with top pet products and companies, industry speakers and educational seminars.
petboardingexpowest.com
Produced by Barkleigh Productions
May 13-14
The International Naturally Healthy Pets Experience by AllProvide
Orlando, FL
Pet parents, pet professionals and veterinarians participate in a full weekend of expert speakers and exhibitors sharing the latest information, products and science behind holistic pet care.
eventcreate.com/e/intlexperience
Produced by Judy Morgan, DVM, CVA, CVCP, CVFT
May 19-21
WhizBang! Retail Success Summit
Virtual
World-class retail education for independent retailers includes breakout sessions, networking, event sponsor conversations and action planning for retailers. Annual event goes virtual for the first time in 2025.
retailsuccesssummit.com
Produced by WhizBang! Retail Training
May 19-21
Animal Health, Nutrition & Technology Innovation USA
Boston, MA
Animal health networking event provides animal health industry knowledge and sharing opportunities between start-ups, financial investors and strategic corporate partners within U.S. animal health. Includes top expert speakers, workshops and networking.
animalhealtheventusa.com
Produced by Kisaco Research
May 22-23
Connect: Canada’s Pet Trade Expo
Niagara Falls, ON, Canada
Celebrates and promotes the growth of the Canadian pet industry, including pet manufacturers, distributors, retailers and more. Includes educational sessions, product showcases and networking opportunities.
connectpetexpo.com
Produced by Connect Pet Trade Expo
May 29-June 1
Heart of America Grooming Show
Kansas City, MO
New show for Midwest groomers, offering education, shopping and networking with fellow pet care professionals.
heartgrooming.com
Produced by Barkleigh Productions
June 2025
June 3-4
PFEXPO West
Anaheim, CA
The Pet Food Experts’ western annual customer appreciation event and buying show allows retailers to learn about new products, get great deals and connect with the vendor community and the Pet Food Experts team.
petfoodexperts.com/pfexpo-2025
Produced by Pet Food Experts
June 19-22
PetQuest
Wilmington, OH
Trade show and grooming competition for groomers in the Midwest. Includes programs for anyone interested in honing their skills and improving their knowledge, handling and care of pets.
pqgroom.com
Produced by Barkleigh Productions
June 21-22
Reefapalooza New York
Secaucus, NJ
One of four two-day saltwater aquarium expos throughout the country with vendors, expert educational talks and local fish store retailers.
reefapaloozashow.net
Founded by the Southern California Marine Aquarium Society (SCMAS)
June 24-26
Working Dog Training Conference and Trade Show
Nashville, TN
Premier gathering of working dog professionals for training, education and networking. Classroom training from top handlers and instructors from around the world. Conference geared for all handlers and trainers, including law enforcement, military, search and rescue, detection, service and sport.
workingdogmagazine.com
Produced by Working Dog Magazine
June 25-27
Pet Food Pet Forum
Guadalajara, Mexico
Main update and networking event for the pet food industry in Mexico and Latin America. Includes seminars on global nutrition trends, health regulation, processes, ingredients and more. For pet professionals in retail, production, purchasing, research and development, health regulation, process, quality and sales, suppliers of ingredients, equipment, packaging, veterinarians and pet service professionals.
foromascotas.mx
Produced by Pet Food Pet Forum
July 2025
July 18-20
Groom Texas
Houston, TX
Grooming show with the Houston World Series of Dog Shows, featuring seminars, breed standard competitions and a creative styling contest.
txgroom.com
Produced by Barkleigh Productions
July 29-31
International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) Annual Educational Conference
Savannah, GA
The annual IACP conference allows canine professionals to broaden their knowledge of health and wellness, training, sports and canine business growth with workshops and expert speakers while networking with other canine professionals. Includes continuing education opportunities.
iacpdogs.org
Produced by the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP)
August 2025
August 2-3
10th Annual CatCon
Pasadena, CA
The event celebrates cats and pop culture, building a community for all cat lovers. Cat enthusiasts and professionals enjoy photo opps, workshops, exhibitors, an adoption village, educational workshops, panels, celebricats and influencers.
catconworldwide.com
Produced by Ticket Out, Inc.
August 4-6
AAFCO Annual Meeting
Omaha, NE
The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) holds several meetings, training sessions and seminars each year for its membership. The organization establishes nutritional standards for complete and balanced pet food.
aafco.org
Produced by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO)
August 13-15 (Education begins August 12)
SUPERZOO
Las Vegas, NV
Held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, the pet pro event offers rich educational sessions targeting pet retailers and groomers, a show floor of the latest pet products, and a place for the pet industry professionals to connect, learn and do business. Includes three days of grooming contests. PETS+ is the official media partner for SUPERZOO.
superzoo.org
Produced by the World Pet Association (WPA)
August 21-24
All American Grooming Show
Schaumburg, IL
Hone grooming skills and knowledge at the world’s longest-running grooming show, filled with vendors, seminars and competitions.
aagroom.com
Produced by Barkleigh Productions
August 24-25
Pets Canada Pet Industry Show Drummondville (formally PIJAC Canada)
Drummondville, QC, Canada
One of several Pets Canada industry events where attendees discover the newest pet products and the latest technology. Pet clients and suppliers connect, network and participate in special events and seminars.
pets-canada.odoo.com
Produced by Pets Canada
August 30-31
Reefapalooza California
Anaheim, CA
One of four two-day saltwater aquarium expos throughout the country with vendors, expert educational talks and local fish store retailers.
reefapaloozashow.net
Founded by the Southern California Marine Aquarium Society (SCMAS)
September 2025
September 4-7
Groom Expo
Hershey, PA
The world’s largest grooming show. Includes educational seminars, grooming competitions and networking events for pet-grooming professionals.
groomexpo.com
Produced by Barkleigh Productions
September 6-7
North American Reptile Breeder’s Conference & Trade Show
Dallas, TX
One of six shows in four cities where the general public, reptile enthusiasts, retailers and reptile breeders meet face-to-face and network as breeders exhibit their latest captive-born reptiles.
narbc.com
Produced by ECO Publishing and Chicago Reptile House
September 9-11
Pet Sitter World Educational Conference
San Antonio, TX
Annual conference for professional pet sitters to network in person and learn from industry experts.
petsit.com/psw25
Produced by Pet Sitters International (PSI)
September 11-12
PFEXPO East
Uncasville, CT
The Pet Food Experts’ eastern annual customer appreciation event and buying show allows retailers to learn about new products, get great deals and connect with the vendor community and the Pet Food Experts team.
petfoodexperts.com/pfexpo-2025
Produced by Pet Food Experts
September 17-18
Pets Canada Pet Industry Show Toronto (formally PIJAC Canada)
Toronto, ON, Canada
One of several Pets Canada industry events where attendees discover the newest pet products and the latest technology. Pet clients and suppliers connect, network and participate in special events and seminars.
pets-canada.odoo.com
Produced by Pets Canada
September 23-25
IBPSA Flow Business Conference
Fredericton, NB, Canada
The International Boarding & Pet Services Association (IBPSA) conference brings knowledge and guidance for professionals to boost business and improve quality of care throughout the pet-care services industry. Members include those who work in pet boarding and day-care facilities, groomers, dog walkers, pet sitters, veterinarians, pet trainers and holistic pet care providers.
ibpsa.com
Produced by the International Boarding & Pet Services Association (IBPSA)
September 25-28
New England Grooming Show
Springfield, MA
Four-day event for pet professionals with grooming competitions, educational seminars and networking events. Meet other pet professionals, improve knowledge and hone grooming skills.
newenglandgrooms.com
Produced by Barkleigh Productions and sponsored by NEPGP
October 2025
October 11-12
North American Reptile Breeder’s Conference & Trade Show
Tinley Park, IL
One of six shows in four cities where the general public, reptile enthusiasts, retailers and reptile breeders meet face-to-face and network as breeders exhibit their latest captive-born reptiles.
narbc.com
Produced by ECO Publishing and Chicago Reptile House
November 2025
November 5-7
APDT International Conference
Richmond, VA
Association for Professional Dog Training International (APDT)’s premier event for the dog-training community, both enthusiasts and professionals, offering cutting-edge sessions, workshops and CEU opportunities. Leading experts share their knowledge of the latest trends, techniques and best practices. Get inspired and connect with other training professionals.
apdtconference.com
Produced by the Association for Professional Dog Training International
November 10-13
Pet Boarding and Daycare Expo
Hershey, PA
For pet boarding and day-care professionals, this national conference and trade show showcases top industry products and companies. Stay up-to-date with pet boarding and day-care expert speakers through an extensive lineup of educational seminars.
petboardingexpo.com
Produced by Barkleigh Productions
2026
May 11, 2026
Pet Food Forum Europe
Nuremberg, Germany
Co-located with Interzoo, the global pet food industry conference and exhibition focuses on research and technologies utilized in the development, formulation and processing of pet food and treats. Includes educational sessions led by globally recognized experts on the latest pet food trends, processes and innovations.
petfoodforumevents.com
Produced by WATT Global Media and PetFoodIndustry.com
May 12-15, 2026
Interzoo 2026
Nuremberg, Germany
The world’s biggest trade fair for the international pet industry. Brings together pet manufacturers, wholesalers and service providers from more than 60 countries to present the latest pet products and innovative pet supplies.
interzoo.com
Produced by WZF
Past 2025 Events
January 2025
January 13-15
Pet Industry Leadership Summit ’25
Bonita Springs, FL
High-level networking event bringing together top leaders from the pet-care community to network, collaborate and educate. This year’s five-star keynote speakers cover economic forecasting, leadership and teamwork, adapting and thriving, technology (including leveraging AI), along with other motivational presentations.
pida.org/events/summit2025
Produced by the Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA), American Pet Products Association (APPA), Pet Advocacy Network (PAN) and World Pet Association (WPA)
January 21-23
AAFCO Midyear Meeting
Little Rock, AR
The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) holds meetings, training and seminars throughout the year for its membership and industry partners. The organization establishes nutritional standards for complete and balanced pet food.
aafco.org, aafco@aafco.org
Produced by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO)
aafco.org/events/meetings/mid-year/2025-midyear-meeting
January 24-25
Clicker Expo Live
Virtual
Combines interactive training with real-time coaching for animal-training enthusiasts and professionals with a shared passion for positive reinforcement. Keep up with the latest techniques, perspectives and insights in training, teaching and behavioral science from 32 of the top industry talents. Pre-event Tuesday, January 21.
clickerexpo.clickertraining.com/clicker-expo-virtual/
Produced by Karen Pryor Clicker Training
January 25-26
8th Annual Online Cat Conference
Virtual event filled with cat-centric content and speakers from a variety of animal welfare roles. Topics include Feline Leukemia, Sustainable and Effective Cat Population Management, Community Kittens, Compassion Fatigue, Working Cat Programs and more.
communitycatspodcast.com
Produced by The Community Cats Podcast and sponsored by Maddie’s Fund
January 28
American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) Pet Food Conference
Atlanta, GA
Designed for pet food and treat manufacturers and those that support them (such as ingredient suppliers), the conference covers topics from regulatory issues and pet food production to product claims, marketing and nutrition.
afia.org
Planned by American Feed Industry Association’s Pet Food Committee