Upcoming NKC Events
Check out our upcoming webinars, online conferences and presentations!
Online Conference: The National Kitten Coalition Veterinary Conference
Date/Time: Sunday, October 18, 2026
The National Kitten Coalition’s 7th Annual Veterinary Conference takes place virtually on Sunday, October 18, 2026. This full‑day event features expert‑led sessions on anesthesia, ophthalmology, orthopedics, behavior, infectious disease, and emerging advances in kitten medicine.
Approved for 6.5 RACE® live, interactive CE credits, with recorded access and optional quizzes available through December 31, 2026.
Learn more and Register. Gift registrations and group pricing available.
Webinar: Holiday Hazards: Keeping Kittens Safe During Festive Seasons
Date/Time: Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 4:00pm-4:30pm ET.
Presenter: Rosemarie Crawford, LVT
Holidays bring new sights, sounds, foods, and decorations—many of which can pose serious risks to curious kittens. In this 30-minute webinar, we’ll walk through the most common seasonal hazards seen around end-of-year global celebrations. Participants will learn how to identify dangerous items, prevent accidental exposures, and create safe, low-stress environments for kittens during busy holiday periods.
We’ll cover toxic foods and plants, high-risk decorations, household appliances, and everyday objects that can lead to injury or poisoning. The session also highlights early warning signs of illness, when to seek emergency care, and simple steps caregivers can take to educate adopters and families.
Designed for kitten fosters, shelter staff, rescue volunteers, and veterinary professionals, this webinar provides practical, actionable guidance to help keep kittens safe and thriving throughout the holiday season.
Webinar: Caring for Kittens with Parasites: Prevention and Support
Date/Time: Thursday, November 5, 2026, 4:00pm to 4:30pm ET
Presenter: Rosemarie Crawford, LVT
This webinar is the rescheduled session originally planned for August 18, 2026.
Kittens are especially vulnerable to parasites, including intestinal worms and protozoa, which can quickly lead to diarrhea, poor growth, and serious health challenges if left untreated. Building on our popular “Diarrhea in Kittens” webinar, this Fast Track 30‑minute session will focus on the most common parasites affecting young kittens, including intestinal worms, protozoa, ear mites and more.
Led by Rosemarie Crawford, LVT, this webinar is designed for fosters, caregivers, pet parents, shelter staff and volunteers, and veterinary staff seeking practical educational tools. Participants will learn how to recognize signs of parasitic infection, understand how parasites impact kitten health, and implement simple prevention and treatment strategies.