Group of attendees at a round table
Photo by David Becker/AP Images for Humane World for Animals

The Round Tables are a unique opportunity to have deep, meaningful conversations about animal sheltering and rescue on a predetermined topic with peers and colleagues in a small group setting. Attendees can seek help with issues, learn the latest developments in a particular area and make connections with participants who have similar interests. With nearly 100 table topics to choose from, there truly is something for everyone.

As a host, your role is to determine a topic, facilitate the conversation and monitor the discussion. You will need to be present during both Round Table sessions, dates and times to be announced.

Favorite Expo 2025 table topics included:

  • Improving access to care through mobile community medicine
  • Understanding the emotional lives of dogs
  • Using positive reinforcement to modify behaviors in shelters
  • Enhancing community cat programs
  • Gaining corporate support in animal welfare
  • Removing judgement from the surrender process
  • Contextualized care: Finding the best care for each situation
  • Best practices in volunteer recruitment, management and retention

Email Tara Moran tmoran@humaneworld.org with questions about hosting a Round Table at Animal Care Expo 2026.

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