2026 Theme

Innovation Universe: Shaping the Future of Animal Care & Training

The 2026 IMATA conference is an immersive environment for learning, collaboration, and discovery. With the brightest minds in animal care, training, and welfare all together in one place, every session, workshop, and conversation helps shape the next era of our work.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an emerging voice in the field, this is your invitation to shape what comes next…for animals, for caregivers, and for the future of training.

The industry is changing – be part of shaping it!