WSAVA World Congress

About Congress

WSAVA World Congress is an opportunity for our global veterinary community to come together to learn, to share ideas and to forge relationships with colleagues from around the world. World Congress is hosted by a member association with support from the WSAVA leadership team and our professional congress organizer. It rotates through different regions of the world.

Scientific Program

Every World Congress boasts a cutting-edge scientific program, featuring global experts in animal health. 

Social Program

The hosting association creates a social program to ensure delegates enjoy a memorable experience and appreciate local culture and attractions.

Exhibition

The World Congress trade exhibition contributes to relationship-building between veterinarians and our industry partners.

2026 Congress

We are delighted to invite you to the WSAVA 2026 Congress, taking place in Warsaw, Poland, from 13–15 October 2026. This special 51st edition is delivered in partnership with the Polish Small Animal Veterinary Association (PSAVA) and FECAVA.

Latest Congress Updates
We are delighted to announce Dr Galia Melman Shalev of Israel as the recipient of the 2026 WSAVA Companion Animal Welfare Award, recognizing her exceptional dedication to protecting companion animals and supporting their families during a period of crisis.
We are delighted to announce Professor Carla Maia of Portugal as the recipient of the 2026 WSAVA Global One Health Award, recognising her exceptional contribution to advancing the One Health approach and highlighting the essential role of companion animals within the interconnected health of animals, people and the environment.

Future Congresses

The Congress is held annually, with the host location rotating among different regions of the world.

Warsaw, Royal castle and old town at sunset
2026: Warsaw, Poland

51st WSAVA World Congress

2027: India

52nd WSAVA World Congress

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2028: Bidding Now Open

53rd WSAVA World Congress

13-15 October, 2026
5 - 7 November, 2027
Dates: TBC

Curious if your country has hosted Congress before? View the list of previous Congress locations. 

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