Deadline for abstracts: 1 May 2008
Deadline for papers: 15 July 2008

Our guiding theme for the 2008 conference, "Elevating Animal Care", will focus on concepts that highlight professionalism, creativity and initiative in the realm of conservation, education and animal husbandry. Animal care professionals from all related fields are encouraged to submit high quality, original topics for consideration. Abstracts will be accepted for 3 presentation types:

* Papers

Standard papers typically represent a summary of innovative techniques, achievements or approaches to animal care, welfare, conservation, education or research. Authors will be expected to give a 15 minute presentation on the relevance and practical application of their topic.

* Posters

Accepted posters will be displayed during the conference, therefore the topic should be suitable for visual presentation. Authors will discuss their work with conference delegates during the designated poster presentation session.

* Workshops

Workshops allow practical presentation and discussion of concepts relevant to animal care professionals. Workshop organizers should outline a list of group leaders, a summary of the theme & significance, format of discussion, expected number of participants and length of workshop.

Abstracts should be no longer than 300 words and should include in detail the significance of the topic being presented along with results, conclusions and benefits of the work described. Poorly written abstracts, those that do not contain proper information or do not otherwise meet submission criteria will not be considered.

All abstracts should include the following information:

* Full name of presenter & co-authors
* Institution
* Position or title
* Title of paper, poster or workshop
* Short bio of yourself for introduction
* A/V needs
* Contact information, including email address

Submit abstract by 1 May 2008 in Microsoft Word via email to utahaazk@hoglezoo.org. Authors will receive an email confirmation upon receipt of their abstract. Authors will then be notified regarding acceptance by 1 June 2008. All final papers must be received by 15 July 2008 in order to be included in the program.

May 16-18, 2008


Venomous Animal Safety and Husbandry Workshop is a cooperative effort between the Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo, the Global Wildlife Trust, Inc. and the American Association of Zoo Keepers, Inc. (AAZK). AAZK Professional Members will receive member tuition discount and registration priority.

Workshop Objective

The 2-day workshop focuses on teaching the very highest standards in Venomous Animal Husbandry, with an emphasis on safety in all disciplines. Subject material will include taxonomy, phylogeny, zoogeography, toxicology, facility design, handling methods, species-specific husbandry, operant conditioning, regulation and transportation, nutrition health care, quarantine, crisis management protocols and staff training.

For more information please click on the links below:

https://www.globalwildlifetrust.org/Sponsored_Events.html

https://www.globalwildlifetrust.org/VAS_Registration.html