Register for Conference

Thank you for your interest in an AAFP Conference! Registering online is now simple and easy!

Member– Please select the option “I have an account.” Please note, the login is the same as your login for the Members-only Center. Once you have logged in you will be able to purchase your registration. Simply login by entering your email address and password. Forgot your password? Reset it here.

Non-member – Please select the option “I don’t have an account.” Here you will be asked to fill out your profile. Once your profile has been completed you can …

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Past Articles

2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013

2020

December 18, 2020 — Yahoo! Life
Is Ham Bad for Cats?

October 28, 2020 — Santa Clarita Magazine
What is a Cat Friendly Practice?

April 14, 2020 — Entirely Pets Blog
How to Tell a Cat’s Age?

April 1, 2020 — Today’s Veterinary Business
Team up to tackle pain

2019

October 1, 2019 — Today’s Veterinary Business
Improve the feline experience

July 12, 2019 — Paws For Reflection With BJ Bangs
Managing cat diabetes easier with AAFP Toolkit

April 1, 2019 — …

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Promotion to Cat Owners

Check out the numerous articles that highlight the Cat Friendly Practice® Program and local CFPs.

Promotional Highlights

Did you know that the CFP Program was mentioned in a recent publication of Family Cirlce Magazine? Click the image to view.

Our CFPs at the local level are garnering press attention. Check out this Memphis, Tennessee CFP’s profile in the city’s major daily newspaper. Click the image to view.

The CFP program has been advertised on a variety of websites including Better Homes and Gardens, Martha Stewart, Country Living, Elle Magazine, and many more! Click the image to …

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American Association of Feline Practitioners

Ownership of Non-Domestic Felids Position Statement

2019 Ownership of Non-Domestic Felids

By definition, non-domestic felids are wild, exotic, and untamed. Wild and exotic cats are dangerous animals and only trained, regulated and qualified professionals with facilities to meet the welfare needs of these cats should keep them. The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) supports and encourages federal, state, and local ordinances and laws that prohibit the importation and ownership of non-domestic felids by individuals.

Public safety considerations

• Safe facilities
  The average individual does not have the knowledge or expertise to build a suitable facility

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Tips to Reduce Stress for Vet Visits

It can be downright diffcult getting our cats to the vet, however, routine preventive healthcare is essential for your cat to live a long, happy, healthy life. Many cat owners are all too familiar with “the chase” that ensues as soon as the cat sees the carrier. Here are 5 tips on easing the stress of the vet visit for your cat AND yourself:

Understanding your cat’s behavior. Cats are most comfortable with the familiar, and need time to adjust to new surroundings and experiences. The visit to the veterinarian is often difficult …

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2018 AAFP Feline Anesthesia Guidelines

The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) has released the first feline-specific anesthesia guidelines to the veterinary community, which are published in the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery. General anesthesia is an essential component of feline practice, without which surgery and certain other treatment modalities and diagnostic procedures would be impossible. These feline-focused Guidelines are vital to cat health. Due to their unique physiology and small size, cats undergoing anesthesia are at relatively greater risk of complications and mortality than many other species. Empirical evidence shows that cats undergoing anesthesia have a higher mortality …

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Register for the Conference

Online registration for the 2013 AAFP Conference is now closed. You can register for the conference onsite at the Registration Desk located on the 2nd floor of the South Tower near the Penfield’s Business Center.

REGISTRATION
Thursday, September 26, 2013 – opens at 10:30 am
Friday, September 27, 2013 – opens at 6:30 am
Saturday, September 28, 2013 – opens at 7:00 am
Sunday, September 29, 2013 – opens at 7:00 am

Future Conferences

2014 AAFP Conference

Indianapolis, IN
Sept. 18-21, 2014

2015 World Feline Veterinary Conference
San Diego, CA
Oct. 1-4, 2015…

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Feline-Friendly Handling

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As solitary hunters, cats have a heightened fear response to protect themselves from dangers. Unfortunately everything associated with the veterinary visit, from the carrier to the visit, and being reintroduced to the other cats when it comes home can all spell danger to the cat.

Veterinarians and other veterinary professionals can prevent most fear through understanding what cats need. Recognizing how the individual patient reacts to fear (i.e., attempting to hide, run away, or show aggression) and developing handling techniques specific to the different fear responses improves patient outcomes and prevents …

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Hotel and Travel Information 2014

The 2014 AAFP Conference will be held in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana at the JW Marriott Hotel. This NEW hotel soars above the city, with breathtaking views of a gorgeous art-filled plaza. It is adjacent to the convention center, just steps from White River State Park, the Indianapolis Zoo, and many museums. The hotel is in the heart of world-class shopping and dining, near the State Capitol, Lucas Oil Stadium and Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Being in the heart of downtown Indianapolis there is always something to do so make sure to join us in September!

To …

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Past Conferences – 2008

2008 Fall Conference
Feline Urinary Tract Diseases

Hilton Atlanta
255 Courtland Street NE
Atlanta, GA
September 21-23, 2008…

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