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As we mark Easter weekend, we’re also recognising World Stray Animals Day (4 April). Millions of dogs and cats live on the streets. Humane, evidence-based solutions matter. What does a life worth living look like for stray animals in your community?

⏳ Abstract deadline tomorrow ⏰ 23:59 UTC, 30 March We welcome submissions sharing research, case studies and practical insights in dog and cat population management. Submit your abstract: icam-coalition.org/conference-2026 👀 Conference registration opens 1 May

We recently brought together a global community to explore ethical end-of-life decision-making for cats. Key themes: • Mental suffering matters • Decisions carry emotional weight • Clear, adaptable guidance is needed Read more: 🔗 ow.ly/u99C50Yzbtf

Could your work help shape our 2026 conference programme? ⏳ The call for abstracts closes 30 March. We’re looking for case studies, research and practical insights in dog & cat population management. 🔗 Submit or find out more: ow.ly/No5A50YwsI0

Supporting companion animals during crises matters. Organisations across the Middle East are helping families travel with pets, rescuing animals and providing veterinary care. 🔗 ow.ly/5jCL50YuI3X If you know of additional resources we should include, please share them.

Work with free-roaming or community dogs? Share your insights in this 6-minute survey to help shape new dog population management training being developed with @Battersea_. 👉 ow.ly/uxZH50YqoQ6

As India awaits the Supreme Court ruling on the management of free-roaming dogs, cities are continuing to invest in humane solutions. Coimbatore's Animal Birth Control (ABC) centre has been expanded to increase sterilisation, vaccination & return capacity. timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/coimbator…

World Spay Day 🌍 Humane, high-quality sterilisation is core to effective dog & cat population management. Baja Mobile SteriVet are delivering mobile high-volume spay/neuter across Baja California Sur in Mexico with ~1,500 animals sterilised every month. ow.ly/I38O50Yl15j

🧧 Happy Lunar New Year! 新年快乐 We’re joining colleagues, partners and communities around the world in welcoming the Year of the Horse, and celebrating all those working towards harmonious coexistence between people and animals. 恭喜发财 🐴✨

📣 Call for abstracts open! Present at the ICAM Conference 2026 🌍 🗓 8–12 June | 💻 Free & online 📝 Deadline: 30 March We’re looking for work on dog & cat population management, One Health, urban solutions, behaviour change, policy, data & rehoming. 👉 ow.ly/5HiQ50YgCmX

Building better relationships between people and dogs starts with learning. ICAM’s free eLearning courses help professionals strengthen skills in humane dog population management. Self-paced. Evidence-based. Available in multiple languages. learn.icam-coalition.org

Practical, evidence-based learning - designed to be used, not just read. Our free DPM eLearning courses support professionals working on humane, sustainable solutions. Available in multiple languages. 👉 Global expertise for real-world impact learn.icam-coalition.org

📢 ICAM's 7th International Conference: 8–12 June 2026. 🌍 Free, online & open to all 🔸5 days of global expertise, practical tools and real-world case studies 🔸 Call for abstracts opens: 16 Feb 🔸 Registration opens: 1 May 🎞️ Explore ICAM 2025: ow.ly/9QTN50Y8Jq5

The beginning of a new year is a natural time to refresh your professional development plans. ICAM’s free Dog Population Management (DPM) eLearning courses are now available in 8 additional languages, supporting humane, sustainable solutions worldwide. 👉 learn.icam-coalition.org

As #FIFAWorldCup2026 approaches, host cities must decide how to manage free-roaming animals. We've been exploring how politics & public image influence those choices. 👉 Read the summary: #1758553038676-30ca5274-f790" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">icam-coalition.org/conferences/ic… 📬 Get updates on our events in 2026: ow.ly/Omct50XHhsn

@SelenaCaamano You can watch our webinar to see how it works: icam-coalition.org/webinar-talea/

@SelenaCaamano The way you set up the survey, including where you choose to survey and what information you record about each animal, may vary depending on your circumstances, but this won't change how you use the app - as it's limited to a counting tool. (Talea means count in Latin 😊)

It has been a constructive and insightful week in Bangkok for the @metropolis_org Solutions Lab on the Humane Management of Stray Cats & Dogs. City officials from around the world joined discussions and field visits focused on effective, humane dog & cat population management.

As described in this article from @WOAH, Bhutan has achieved ~90% dog sterilisation & rabies vaccination, reflecting what’s possible when evidence, humane management & community collaboration come together. ow.ly/OgEX50Xtaph What stands out to you about Bhutan's approach?