AVER 2026 & WEVA Intermediate Meeting: Venue Locations and Directions

23–25 October 2026 | Cluj-Napoca, Romania

With the AVER 2026 Annual Congress & WEVA Intermediate Meeting just around the corner, we are pleased to share the venue locations and campus map to help participants plan their visit.

The event will take place across several venues in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. The Practical Workshop on Friday, 23 October, will be held at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, USAMV Cluj-Napoca Campus, followed by an evening dinner at Roata Făget.

The Scientific Congress on Saturday and Sunday, 24–25 October, will take place at the Life Sciences Institute (ISV), located at Calea Mănăștur 3–5, Cluj-Napoca. The Gala Dinner on Saturday evening will be hosted at the Biodiversity Research Center on the university campus.

Participants are encouraged to review the accompanying campus map and venue information to ensure a smooth arrival. Further information: AVER 2026 & WEVA Intermediate Meeting

Interested in attending? Registration is arranged by email at secretariat.aver@gmail.com.

We look forward to welcoming colleagues to Cluj-Napoca for an enriching exchange of scientific knowledge, clinical expertise and professional connections! See you there!

WEVA Publishes Statement on the Global Donkey Skin Trade

The World Equine Veterinary Association has published its Statement on the Global Donkey Skin Trade, reaffirming its commitment to protecting the health and welfare of donkeys and all equids.

Donkeys provide essential support to millions of people worldwide through agriculture, transport, household work and other livelihood activities. Their loss can have serious economic and social consequences for the families and communities that depend on them.

WEVA stands firmly against the illegal or unregulated trade of equids, including the illicit sourcing and theft of donkeys; inhumane transport practices that cause unnecessary pain, injury or distress; and slaughter or euthanasia methods that do not meet recognized animal-welfare standards.

WEVA calls upon governments, industry stakeholders, communities and everyone involved in equid trade to prevent illegal sourcing and trafficking, comply with animal-welfare and transport standards, and adopt humane practices consistent with the guidelines of the World Organization for Animal Health.

Read WEVA’s full Statement on the Global Donkey Skin Trade👈

Call for Abstracts: 15^th International Equine Colic Research Symposium

Published: 23 August 2026

The 15^th International Equine Colic Research Symposium, hosted by The Foundation for the Horse, will be held 9–11 March 2027 at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida, USA.

Researchers, clinicians and specialists are invited to submit recent work relating to all aspects of equine gastroenterology for consideration as an oral or poster presentation. This triennial symposium provides an important global forum for sharing research, exchanging expertise and advancing the understanding, prevention and treatment of equine colic.

Abstract submissions close on 11 October 2026 at midnight EST.

Learn more and submit an abstract:
https://www.foundationforthehorse.org/equine-colic-research-symposium/

Published: 17 August 2026

The III Panamanian Congress of Equine Medicine – APVE–WEVA Intermediate Meeting 2026 successfully concluded following three engaging days at the Atlapa Convention Center in Panama City.

Held from 12–14 August as part of Vet Evolution Panamá 2026, the meeting brought together the equine veterinary community for clinically focused education, scientific exchange and professional connection.

The programme featured an international faculty presenting across a broad range of topics relevant to contemporary equine practice, including reproduction, neonatal medicine, respiratory disorders, fluid therapy, metabolic syndrome, gastrointestinal disease, equine colic, injury management and challenging clinical cases.

Alongside the lecture programme, scientific poster presentations provided further opportunities to share research and professional knowledge. The strong attendance and enthusiastic participation throughout the meeting reflected a shared commitment to advancing equine health and veterinary practice across the region.

WEVA extends its sincere appreciation to the Asociación Panameña de Veterinarios de Equinos (APVE), the Vet Evolution Panamá organising team, the speakers, supporting organisations, partners and delegates whose contributions made the meeting a success.

We are delighted to share highlights from this memorable gathering and look forward to building upon the knowledge, connections and collaborative spirit fostered in Panama.

👉 Click to view the Highlights of Intermediate Meeting in Panama 2026

Published: 12 August 2026

WEVA is delighted to have been featured by The Equine Practice Company in a comprehensive article highlighting our history, mission, educational initiatives, and international activities.

The feature explores WEVA’s role in advancing equine veterinary education, our World Congresses and Intermediate Meetings, and our commitment to connecting equine veterinarians across the globe.

We thank The Equine Practice Company for helping introduce WEVA to a wider international audience.

👉 Read the feature

Published: 5 August 2026

The educational legacy of the 18th WEVA Congress in Bangkok continues with the publication of the official congress proceedings on the International Veterinary Information Service (IVIS).

The collection includes lecture notes, scientific presentations, oral and poster abstracts, and individual case reports presented during the congress, providing an excellent continuing education resource for equine veterinarians worldwide.

👉 Access the proceedings on IVIS

Published: 2 August 2026

The scientific programme is now available for the III Panamanian Congress of Equine Medicine – APVE–WEVA Intermediate Meeting 2026, taking place from 12–14 August 2026 at the Atlapa Convention Center in Panama City.

Featuring an international faculty and three days of practical, clinically focused education, the programme covers equine reproduction, neonatal medicine, respiratory disorders, fluid therapy, metabolic syndrome, gastrointestinal disease, equine colic, injury management and challenging clinical cases.

Join colleagues from across the region and beyond for an outstanding opportunity to learn, connect and advance equine veterinary practice.

👉 View the full programme and registration details

Published: 1 August 2026

WEVA’s August Pick of the Month highlights an outstanding open-access publication selected for its relevance and value to equine practitioners worldwide.

Explore this month’s featured article and discover why it was chosen by the WEVA Editorial Committee.

👉 Read this month’s Pick