USDA APHIS Center for Animal Welfare announces Avian Enrichment Welfare Symposium - November 19-20, 2024

The USDA APHIS Center for Animal Welfare invites you to attend the Avian Enrichment Welfare Symposium held on November 19-20, 2024. This virtual event will focus on enrichment and environmental enhancement for a wide range of avian species in human care. Presentations will cover topics including avian intelligence, types of enrichment for specific groups, how to develop, implement and assess enrichment plans, reviewing the USDA inspection process at avian facilities, and veterinary aspects of avian enrichment.  This symposium is intended for a broad audience, including animal caretakers, educators, breeders, animal health professionals, students, and anyone interested in avian enrichment and behavioral welfare of birds. This event is entirely free. Application for RACE/Continuing Education (CE) credits for veterinarians and veterinary technicians has been submitted for this event! Learn more about the event and register now with this link: Avian Enrichment Welfare Symposium