Registration is Expected to Open Late April!

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The premier conference for emergency and critical care veterinarians, technicians, practice managers, and students.

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We heard you! Your attendee feedback helped shape several updates to this year’s conference, all designed to improve and streamline your overall IVECCS experience.

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Speaker Highlights

Over 200+ Industry Experts, Academics, Researchers, and Thought Leaders

Workshops & Labs

Gain hands-on experience in a small group setting

Can't Miss Events

Career Fair

Sponsored by Thrive

Monday, Sept 14th: 3:45pm - 6:45pm

Welcome Reception

With a Silent Disco Sponsored
by VEG

Monday, Sept 14th: 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Happy Hour in the Exhibit Hall

Sponsored by VCA

Wednesday, Sept 16th: 5:15pm - 6:30pm

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Location

& Hotels

Whether arriving by air, car, or local transit, Savannah provides multiple ways to get around during IVECCS. The Savannah Convention Center serves as the central hub for conference activities, located just across the river from the historic downtown district.

Savannah Convention Center

1 International Dr, Savannah, GA 31421

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(912) 447-4000

1 International Dr, Savannah, GA 31421

Hey IVECCS Attendees! Traveling to IVECCS just got an upgrade. VECCS has partnered with Delta, United, and Southwest to provide exclusive airfare discounts for IVECCS attendees. Whether you’re traveling across the country or just a short flight away, these savings can help make your journey smoother.

Hotel Information

Use the button below to book your hotel at discounted rates. Hotel information, including room block details and booking links, will also be included in your registration confirmation email. Room block rates range from $209 to $310++ per night.

Exhibit Hall

Get ready to explore! The exhibit hall is your chance to get hands-on with the latest innovations, discover cutting-edge products and technology, and score exclusive show special discounts. This is where the industry comes to life, and you won’t want to miss a moment of it.

Exhibit Hall Hours:
Tuesday, Sept. 15th: 10:00am – 4:30pm
Wednesday, Sept. 16th: 10:00am – 6:30pm
Thursday, Sept. 17th: 10:00am – 1:30pm

CPR Battles!

Sponsored by: ETHOS

Live CPR action, semi-final & final rounds will be happening on the show floor! Prelim + Semi Finals are on Friday and AVECCTN vs. ACVECC + Finals on Saturday.

Passport to Prizes!

Complete the passport to prizes as you explore the hall for the chance to win one of 20 great prizes!

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Pricing & Discounts

VECCS Members receive discounted registration.
Non-members, be sure to check out the bundle options for the best value!
VETERINARIAN

$725

IN-PERSON
Member
Early Bird: $725
Non-Member
Early Bird: $890
Member: $870
Non-Member: $1,070
VIRTUAL
(Limited Session Access) Starting at: $525
INTERN, RESIDENT &
FIRST YEAR GRAD

$390

IN-PERSON
Member
Early Bird: $390
Non-Member
Early Bird: $475
Member: $470
Non-Member: $570
VIRTUAL
(Limited Session Access) Starting at: $285
TECHNICIAN

$365

IN-PERSON
Member
Early Bird: $365
Non-Member
Early Bird: $460
Member $440
Non-Member: $550
VIRTUAL
(Limited Session Access) Starting at: $270
PRACTICE MANAGER

$395

IN-PERSON
Member
Early Bird: $395
Non-Member
Early Bird: $505
Member: $475
Non-Member: $605
VIRTUAL
(Limited Session Access) Starting at: $260
VET & TECH STUDENT

$120

IN-PERSON
Member
Early Bird: $120
Non-Member
Early Bird: $175
Member: $145
Non-Member: $210

Volunteer for FREE IVECCS Registration.

VIRTUAL
(Limited Session Access) Starting at: $110

For information on Retired and/or Disabled Pricing, please email [email protected].

DIAMOND SPONSOR

PLATINUM SPONSORS

GOLD SPONSORS

SILVER SPONSORS

FAQs

Registration Questions

VECCS members receive a substantial discount on registration (along with many other member benefits), however, you do not need to be a member to register. If you’ve never been a VECCS member, you will be given the option to join when you register and can take advantage of the discounted registration rate!

Click here to login to your membership account, but if you need further assistance please email [email protected] or
call 210-698-5575.

The virtual program includes 2 full-day tracks on Monday, and 4 full-day tracks Tuesday through Thursday that are livestreamed at the time of the conference in Savannah, GA and then available on-demand for 30 days. You can watch the live stream via the My Show Planner, at the times listed in the program (Eastern Time) and then they will be able to view on-demand through Oct. 17th, 2026. There will be no extended access and no refunds will be issued for technical difficulties. These sessions are indicated on the program schedule, with the Wi-Fi icon Wi-Fi icon.

Compare in-person to virtual registration here.

No, each individual will need to register for the entire conference.

Cancellation requests received on or before June 30th, 2026 will receive 80% refund or can be changed to a Virtual Registration and refunded the difference.

Cancellation requests received July 1st – July 31st, 2026 will receive 50% refund or can be changed to a Virtual Registration and refunded the difference.

Any cancellation requests received on or after August 1st, 2026 will not be refunded. Registrations can still be changed to a Virtual Registration but no refund will be issued for this change.

Registrations are non-transferable.

VECCS membership dues are non-refundable.

All cancellations or changes to your registration type must be made in writing to [email protected]

Workshop/Lab Change Fee:

A $10 fee will be charged for removing a workshop or lab course. The fee does not apply to add a workshop/lab course or to remove yourself from a waitlist. Workshops/labs cannot be transferred to another registrant. 

Starting August 1st, 2026, workshops/labs that do not have a waitlist will not be refunded if cancelled. If a waitlist exists and the spot is filled, you will be refunded minus the $10 change fee. Absolutely no refunds starting August 17th, 2026.

You may request changes to your workshop/lab selections by logging into your registration or contacting [email protected].

No, substitutions are not allowed and registrations are non-transferable.

To add workshops/labs, networking events and/or add-ons to your registration, click on the button “View/Modify Registration” located in your Registration Confirmation Email. You will need your confirmation number to login.

For session changes or refund requests, please contact the registration support team at [email protected] or call 972-349-5423. A $10 fee will be charged for removing a workshop or lab course. The fee does not apply to add a workshop/lab course or to remove yourself from a waitlist. Workshops/labs cannot be transferred to another registrant.

Starting August 1st, 2026, workshops/labs that do not have a waitlist will not be refunded if cancelled. If a waitlist exists and the spot is filled, you will be refunded minus the $10 change fee. Absolutely no refunds starting August 17th, 2026.

Exhibiting Questions

Tuesday, Sept. 15th: 10:00am – 4:30pm
Wednesday, Sept. 16th: 10:00am – 6:30pm (Happy Hour 5:15pm – 6:30pm)
Thursday, Sept. 17th: 10:00am – 1:30pm

Click here for Exhibitor information and if you don’t find what you need there, please email [email protected].

Yes! The IVECCS Career Fair will be held in the Governor’s Ballroom C on Monday, Sept. 14th from 3:45pm – 6:45pm.

For Career Fair information please email [email protected].

Check out sponsorship opportunities here and please email any inquiries to [email protected].

Travel Questions

VECCS is excited to offer airfare discounts for attendees with 3 major airlines. Check back soon to view the discount codes and instructions on how to book.

Transportation is not provided to and from the airport, however, many transportation options from the airport are available here.

The hotel booking link is located in your Registration Confirmation email. Use the link to book at the discounted rate at one of our hotel room blocks. The group rates are only available until early August or until the room block is full. The hotel rooms sell out fast so book early to secure your room!  

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Travel Questions

VECCS is excited to offer airfare discounts for attendees with 3 major airlines, Delta, United & Southwest. Click here to access the discount codes.

Transportation is not provided to and from the airport, however, many transportation options from the airport are available here.

The hotel booking link is located in your Registration Confirmation email. Use the link to book at the discounted rate at one of our hotel room blocks. The group rates are only available until early August or until the room block is full. The hotel rooms sell out fast so book early to secure your room!  

Continuing Education Questions

In-person attendees can earn up to 38 live CE hours and virtual attendees can earn up to 24 live CE hours. 80 CE hours are available on-demand through October 17th, 2026. The IVECCS 2026 Program is subject to change and is pending RACE-approval.

Attendees are responsible for scanning the QR code on their badge at each session to receive CE credit. Be sure to scan in as instructed to ensure your hours are properly recorded.

CE Certificates with your earned hours will be available to you in the weeks following the conference. Click here for detailed
CE information.

On-Site Questions

Lunch is available as an add-on to your registration for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The cost to add the lunch package to your registration is $100. These box lunches require a ticket and will be available for pick-up in the Exhibit Hall or at the Lunch & Learn sessions in Governor’s Ballroom C. You must have purchased the lunch package to attend the Lunch & Learn sessions. Lunch packages will not be available to purchase onsite. The deadline to add to your registration is August 15th. Lunch tickets can be picked up at the Bag & T-Shirt counter in River Concourse near registration.

You can also attend the Breakfast Lectures in Governor’s Ballroom C which will include complimentary breakfast.

If you purchase the MDR sessions on Monday, September 14th, a ticket for lunch that day is included. Pre-registration and additional fees are required.

During registration, you will be asked to express any dietary restrictions. This helps VECCS provide the Food & Beverage team with more accurate counts and is used for ordering purposes. Meals are not assigned to your registration. VECCS does our best to provide enough food for different needs.

Sunday, Sept. 13th: 1:00pm – 7:00pm
Monday, Sept. 14th: 6:30am – 6:00pm
Tuesday, Sept. 15th: 6:30am – 6:00pm
Wednesday, Sept. 16th: 7:00am – 5:30pm
Thursday, Sept. 17th: 7:00am – 5:00pm

Registration is located in the River Concourse.

No, a valid government issued photo ID is required to check in and pick up your badge/tickets. 

The Welcome Reception is located on the Esplanade at the Convention Center from 7:00pm – 9:00pm. Don’t forget your drink tickets (located in your badge)! Everyone attending the reception must be wearing their badge.

The Keynote lecture will be presented by Dr. Betsy Grunch AKA Ladyspinedoc in room Chatham AB on Tuesday, September 15th from 4:45pm – 6:00pm ET.

Yes! Your badge must be worn for admittance into sessions, receptions, the exhibit hall, and any other IVECCS event locations. It is also used to award CE. There is a $20 badge replacement fee for lost badges. Tickets cannot be replaced. 

Please arrive 15 minutes before the session is scheduled to begin. Check in with the Room Monitor to let them know that you are on the waitlist. If a registered attendee does not show up before the session start time, the volunteer will let waitlist attendees into the Lab/Workshop based on waitlist order. If you are admitted into the session, the credit card on file for your registration will be charged. Questions regarding charges can be emailed to [email protected]. There may also be handouts/notes for the session that were emailed prior to the conference. If you attend the session and would like those handouts, please email [email protected].

Yes, the lost and found is at the customer service registration desk located in the River Concourse. Any remaining items on Thursday, Sept. 17th at 5pm ET will be discarded.

For just $5, you can win one of six awesome prizes and Support VECCS Gives with the IVECCS Raffle, drawing will take place on Thursday, Sept. 17th @ 11:00am ET.

Visit some great exhibitors in the Exhibit Hall to complete your Passport to Prizes! The Passport to Prizes can be found at the back of your program. No purchase necessary, just visit each booth and turn in your completed passport at the VECCS booth (#817). The drawing will take place on Thursday, Sept. 17th @ 12:00pm ET.

VECCS is committed to a respectful, distraction-free learning environment. We reserve the right to remove attendees causing disruptions from sessions, including but not limited to noisy animals or children, flashing lights, and side conversations. This policy ensures a positive experience for all participants. 

Guest badges are required for anyone 5 years and older and allow access to the Welcome Reception. Guest badges do not give access to any of the scientific sessions, other IVECCS events, food or conference swag. The cost of a guest badge is $220. All minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Other Questions

All attendees have free online access to the proceedings. You will receive login instructions in the weeks prior to the show. Attendees that register after August 18th, 2026 will receive access after the show. You can also purchase a hard copy book or flash drive of the proceedings as an add-on during registration or on-site at the registration desk (while supplies last). Any remaining proceedings books or flash drives after the conference will be available for purchase on the VECCS online store.

You must be logged into My Show Planner in order to view the virtual sessions. Click here to login or create your account. You will need your registration confirmation number which is located in your confirmation email. If you did not receive your confirmation email, please contact [email protected] or call 972-349-5423.

We encourage you to create your account early to avoid any delays in accessing the live streamed lectures. Use the dropdown option “Live Streamed Lecture” under Session Types in My Show Planner to find the virtual sessions.

Virtual sessions are livestreamed at the time of the conference (Eastern Time) and available on-demand through Oct. 17th, 2026.

Once registered, for registration changes or questions email [email protected].
For general IVECCS questions, call the VECCS office at 210-698-5575 or email us at [email protected].
For help with My Show Planner email [email protected].