In 2023, the NAIA annual conference returns to Portland, Oregon and YOU are invited!
 

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Fabulous speakers, cutting-edge topics, clear-cut direction, and tools for taking action!

Speakers include:

• Temple Grandin, PhD, Academic, Behaviorist, Author: Keynote
• Marthina Greer, DVM, JD, Canine Reproduction 2023: What to do when the vet's parking lot is your only option - the veterinarian shortage poses new challenges
• Phil Goss, President, USA Reptile Keepers (USARK), The special challenge of working to preserve a species that many people do not think is cute
• Carmen Battaglia, PhD, Developing super puppies: Early neurological stimulation
• Katherine Pankratz, DVM, DACVB, How puppy development impacts future behavior in their forever homes
• Tim Miller-Morgan, DVM, Aquatic Veterinarian, The Project Piaba: How the aquarium fish trade is saving the Amazon: Buy a fish, save a tree!
• Cindy Buckmaster, PhD,  Animal Scientist - Are you getting the laws you deserve?
• Claire Wiley, VMD DACVIM, Executive Director, AKC DNA Program: New tools for serious dog breeders
• Mark Dunn, Exec VP AKC The golden age of dog breeding
• Workshops – Planning Our Action Campaign
  • Communications
  • Legislation Proactive and Defensive 
  • Expanding Our Investigative Capacity

Our focus will be on the tools and tactics we can use in the fight to preserve our breeds.

In addition to the excellent speakers and constructive workshops, the registration fee includes a reception on Friday night with appetizers and a cash bar, lunch on Saturday and Sunday and dinner with live music on Saturday night.