Vets & Pets · Vertical x Month
October 2026 is a busy month for veterinary conferences, with events spread across the U.S., U.K., and South America.
For more context, the breakdowns below show geographic and schedule distribution.
| State | Conferences |
|---|---|
| Nevada | 2 |
| California | 1 |
| Illinois | 1 |
| Nebraska | 1 |
| North Carolina | 1 |
| Michigan | 1 |
| New York | 1 |
| Tier | Conferences |
|---|---|
| Tier B | 3 |
| Tier C | 4 |
| Tier D | 3 |
Out of the 10 Vets & Pets conferences scheduled in October 2026, 0 are rated Tier A. Las Vegas hosts the most events in this cut, with 2 on the calendar. October is the busiest month, with 10 conferences scheduled. Ticket pricing splits 1 at the $ tier and 2 at the $$$ tier, so entry costs vary widely across the set. CANIS Conference tops the Tier-ranked list, held in Schaumburg. The most common stated purpose is Training / Certification, covering 7 of the 10 events in this cut. Event length averages 3.1 days across the set, with the longest running 4 days.
Oct 1–3, 2026Las Vegas, NV500–1k attendees
Based on 500–1k annual attendees, Vet Together ranks solidly as a high-value conference within the Vets & Pets sector. Exhibitors focused on the Vets & Pets industry, this gathering should be on your shortlist.
Oct 1–2, 2026Los Angeles, CA500–1k attendees$$$$ ticket
Based on 500–1k annual attendees, Pet Connect USA ranks solidly as a high-value conference within the Vets & Pets sector. Entry at $$$$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, which is why Orbital rates it at Gold using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. For teams targeting the Vets & Pets industry, this show merits inclusion in your annual conference calendar.
Oct 7–10, 2026Schaumburg, IL2k–5k attendees$$ ticket
Given its 2k–5k expected attendees, CANIS Conference has cemented its place as a well-regarded event in the Vets & Pets industry. Attendance pricing of $$ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, and the Orbital team rates it in the second tier based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. Sales teams working the Vets & Pets space, this conference deserves a line item in your event budget.
Oct 7–9, 2026South Sioux City, NE1k–2k attendees$ ticket
With 1k–2k industry professionals on the floor, Lewis & Clark Veterinary Conference sits firmly as a solid mid-tier show across the Vets & Pets space. Ticket pricing at $ suggests a filtered, high-intent room, and our team places it among Silver events informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. For teams targeting the Vets & Pets category, this gathering is worth a serious look.
Oct 8–10, 2026Charlotte, NC$$$ ticket
ACVS Surgery Summit sits firmly as an accessible show across the Vets & Pets space. Ticket pricing at $$$ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, and our team places it among Bronze events informed by verified attendance composition, post-show exhibitor outcomes, and editorial assessment. Exhibitors focused on the Vets & Pets space, this conference belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
Oct 9–11, 20261k–2k attendees$$ ticket
Based on 1k–2k annual attendees, BVNA Congress ranks solidly as a reliable conference within the Vets & Pets sector. Entry at $$ signals a serious operator audience, which is why Orbital rates it at Silver using a framework weighted toward decision-maker access and verified exhibitor ROI. For teams targeting the Vets & Pets industry, this show is worth a serious look.
Oct 9–11, 2026Grand Rapids, MI1k–2k attendees$$ ticket
Given its 1k–2k expected attendees, Michigan Veterinary Conference has cemented its place as a dependable event in the Vets & Pets industry. Attendance pricing of $$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, and the Orbital team rates it in the mid tier reflecting a holistic view of buyer density, lead quality, and industry footprint. Exhibitors focused on the Vets & Pets market, the show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
Oct 10–12, 2026Syracuse, NY500–1k attendees
With 500–1k industry professionals on the floor, New York State Veterinary Conference sits firmly as an accessible show across the Vets & Pets space. Sales teams working the Vets & Pets market, this gathering belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
Oct 12–15, 2026Las Vegas, NV1k–2k attendees$$ ticket
Based on 1k–2k annual attendees, Association of Professional Dog Trainers Conference ranks solidly as a reliable conference within the Vets & Pets sector. Entry at $$ reflects a deliberate barrier that filters for committed buyers, which is why Orbital rates it at Silver drawing on multi-cycle exhibitor feedback and verified attendee role data. Operators building pipeline in the Vets & Pets category, this event deserves a line item in your event budget.
Oct 13–15, 2026Warsaw, PL2k–5k attendees$$$ ticket
Considering 2k–5k registered participants, WSAVA World Congress stands as a Bronze-rated gathering for the Vets & Pets vertical. Registration at $$$ points to a buyer-rich attendee base, leading Orbital to rate it as a Bronze event based on a combination of attendee quality, exhibitor ROI data, and industry relevance. If you're selling into the Vets & Pets vertical, the show belongs on any serious exhibitor's planning list.
All 10 conferences at a glance
| Conference | Tier |
|---|---|
| Vet Together | GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| Pet Connect USA | GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| CANIS Conference | GoldOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| Lewis & Clark Veterinary Conference | SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| ACVS Surgery Summit | BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| BVNA Congress | SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| Michigan Veterinary Conference | SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| New York State Veterinary Conference | BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| Association of Professional Dog Trainers Conference | SilverOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
| WSAVA World Congress | BronzeOrbital’s proprietary rating for how valuable a conference is for selling to businesses in that vertical. Based on attendee quality, exhibitor ROI, and industry relevance. |
This guide covers 10 Vets & Pets conferences for 2026. Scroll up to see dates, locations, and details for each event.
Vet Together is one of the largest events on this list with approximately 500–1k attendees. It takes place Oct 1–3, 2026. Location: Las Vegas, NV.
Lewis & Clark Veterinary Conference has the lowest ticket price on this list ($). It's held in South Sioux City, NE. Expected attendance: approximately 1k–2k.
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