icawc-a4-2015

The 17th International
Companion Animal Welfare
Conference
PORTO
PORTUGAL
6th-8th
OCTOBER
2015

The International
Companion
Animal Welfare
Conference
The ICAWC vision
The International Companion Animal Welfare
Conference (ICAWC) was developed by its
organisers with the belief in working towards
a world where no healthy companion animal
is destroyed for want of a caring home with
responsible owners.
ICAWC heads to Portugal!
For 2015, we are excited
to be visiting Portugal for
the first time.
Many of the presentations
appear on the programme
as a result of requests
made by you, both via
the feedback forms or by
email. We look forward to
meeting new delegates
and welcoming back old friends and can guarantee a full programme
covering all aspects of companion animal welfare.
ICAWC 2015 has limited spaces due to limited conference facilities,
so please ensure that you book your place early this year to avoid
disappointment.
The Venue
The 5* Sheraton Hotel is conveniently located in the business and
cultural district of Porto, only a short walk away from the city’s rich
heritage. We have negotiated a discounted rate for delegates but if
for any reason you would prefer to stay elsewhere, please email: helio.
almeida@abreu.pt for a list of alternative accommodation if required.
EU Dog & Cat Alliance Meeting
The 2nd meeting of the EU Dog & Cat Alliance will be
held at ICAWC on Tuesday 6th October. The meeting
will cover EU issues such as dog and cat breeding,
trade and illegal importations. The meeting will only
be open to members of the EU Dog & Cat Alliance,
but organisations can find out more about joining
the Alliance for free on the website: http://www.
dogandcatwelfare.eu/about/become-member/
Free animal handling equipment
at the conference!
SNIP International, Cats Protection and MDCExports Ltd will
again be donating items of humane, specialist equipment for
use in trap/catch-neuter-return programmes outside the UK.
Application forms will be available at the conference. You can
view the entire range of MDC products on the website, www.
mdcexports.co.uk Only a limited selection will be available at
the conference.

Tuesday 6th October
2015 Programme
MEETING OF E.U CAT & DOG ALLIANCE
ROOM 1: 09.30 – 12.00 2nd Meeting of the E.U Cat & Dog Alliance
Optional Workshops
ROOM 2:
13:15 - 13:45 MediMark Sponsor Workshop; Infection Control within an
Animal Shelter
13:50 - 14:10 Adaptil and Feliway; The Advantages of Use In A Shelter
Environment, Sponsor Presentation
14:15 - 14:35 Petplan Insurance Sponsor Presentation; Working with
Companion Animal Welfare
14:40 - 15:00 Animal Housing by Technik, Sponsor Presentation
15:30 - 16:15 Ask the Behaviourist – Interactive Workshop
16:15 - 17:00 Ask the Vet – Interactive Workshop
ROOM 3:
13:00 - 14:00 Breed All About It; Breed Specific Training Starting
with the Puppy Plan – Carolyn Menteith
14:00 - 15:00 Reinforcing the Canine Human Bond Through
Training – Alasdair Bunyan
15:30 - 17:15 How to Build Sustainable Shelters – Paul Wass
*Please note:
Places for workshops are very limited and must be booked in advance.
Portuguese translation services are not available for workshops.
Programme 7th & 8th October
Portuguese Animal Welfare
Puppy Smuggling in Europe; An Investigation
Emergency Fundraising; How We Raised €210k in 78 Days in
The EU’s Poorest Country
The Power of Play; The Forgotten Reinforcer
Speaking Up for Cats
Identifying Animal Abuse
One Step at a Time; Dealing with Challenging Dogs in a
Shelter Environment
Campaigning for Change in the Digital Age; The New People
Powered Heroes
If You Build It, They Will Come; How SOS Animal Built the First
Charity Veterinary Hospital in Portugal
EU Activity Update
Feline Groovy; Environmental Enrichment for Cats
Animal Welfare Education in a War Zone, The Dream is Possible
I Second That Emotion
The Full Monty: Running a Comprehensive, Community Based
Dog and Cat Welfare Project in Praia de Faro
Ins & Outs of Homing Cats
When Love Breaks Down; Reasons for Pet Relinquishment in Portugal
Mission Rabies Update
Building for Future Welfare; Dogs Trust’s Newest Rehoming Centre
Community Centred Dog Population Management
Canine Welfare Assessment for TNR Programmes
Bank on it; Building a Safe & Stable Account for Your Dog
Standing out From the Crowd: Building a Successful Charity Brand
*Simultaneous translation from English to Portuguese will be available for all talks
Cristóvão Norte (Deputado da Assembleia da República
Pelo PSD, Portugal)
Claire Calder (Dogs Trust, UK) & Brigita Kymantaite (Animal Rights
Protection, Lithuania)
Svetlo Petrov & Nadia Stancheva (Animal Rescue Sofia, Bulgaria)
Alasdair Bunyan (Dogs Trust, UK)
Jacqui Cuff (Cats Protection, UK)
Paula Boyden (Dogs Trust, UK)
Nico Joiner (Dogs Trust, UK)
John Coventry (Change.org, UK)
Sandra Duarte Cardoso (SOS Animal, Portugal)
Claire Calder (Dogs Trust, Brussels)
Rachel Casey (Bristol University, UK)
Pen Farthing (Nowzad, UK / Afghanistan)
Carolyn Menteith (Behaviourist, UK)
Harry Eckman (Change for Animals Foundation, Portugal)
& Maria Pinto Teixeira (Animais de Rua, Portugal)
David Newall (Cats Protection, UK)
Sandra Duarte Cardoso (SOS Animal, Portugal)
Luke Gamble (Mission Rabies, UK)
Paul Wass & Alasdair Bunyan (Dogs Trust, UK)
Kate Nattrass Atema (IFAW, U.S.A)
Heather Bacon (Edinburgh University, UK)
Sarah Fisher (Behaviourist, UK)
Nick Daniel (Dogs Trust, UK)

Evening & Optional
Activities
Welcome Dinner
Tuesday 6th October, 7pm
Complimentary Welcome Drinks Reception at
the Sheraton Hotel
The organisers invite you to join us on the opening night of the
conference for drinks and canapés at the hotel. Weather permitting,
we will be outdoors and have a chance to enjoy the Portuguese
climate. Please join us for a chance to mix with other delegates in a
relaxed and informal setting.
Optional Dinner
Wednesday 7th October,
Optional River Cruise and Gala Dinner at Taylor’s
Port Wine Lodge
Guests will be transferred to a private boat for a short cruise up the
Douro River where they will enjoy a glass of Port while viewing the city
from the water. The boat will moor at the famous Taylor’s Port Wine
Lodge where guests will be given the option to join a short tour of the
port wine cellars before dinner. Guests will enjoy drinks on the terrace
before a 3 course traditional meal.
Price: €55 per person to include River Cruise, 3 course meal and drinks.
Optional Sightseeing
Friday 9th October
Optional City of Porto Tour
This walking tour will be like going on a journey through
time and history as you are escorted through the historical
centre of Porto, classified as a World Heritage site. Porto
presents itself as a city of contrasts; traditional tiled
houses appear to nestle against each other, interspersed
by monumental churches and grand palaces and the
Douro River at its feet. During the tour there will be the
opportunity to have a coffee break & enjoy the famous
traditional delicacy, the Pastel de Nata.
Please note: The trip will include return coach transfers
from the Sheraton Porto Hotel. It is recommended to wear
comfortable clothes and shoes.
Duration: Half day
Price: €24.50 per person

THE SEVENTEENTH INTERNATIONAL COMPANION ANIMAL WELFARE CONFERENCE
6-8 October 2015 – Sheraton Hotel, Porto, Potugal
Title/Family name
Name of Organisation
Address
City, Country, postcode/zip code
REGISTRATION FORM
Please complete ONE FORM PER PERSON and return to:
ICAWC, c/o Dogs Trust, 17 Wakley Street, London EC1V 7RQ, ENGLAND
Fax: +44 (0) 207 833 2701 email: ICAWC@dogstrust.org.uk
To book online visit www.icawc.org
First name
Telephone Fax Email
Dietary requirements: vegetarian n vegan n
CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEE €60 per person
Accommodation at: Sheraton Hotel, Porto, Portugal
Single - €115 n Double/Twin - €130 n
Check in Date Check out Date Total nights required
Arrival and Departure Information:
Arrival date Flight number Flying from Arrival time
Departure date Flight number Flying to Dep. time
Transfers: Private Transfer - €35.00 (2-3 people one way transfer). n Arrival n Departure
Delegates not choosing the private transfer option can make their own way by public transport on the Metro:
Departure Station: Porto Airport, every 30 mins, Destination Station: Francos, Trip Time: 22 mins
Distance Francos Station - Sheraton Hotel: 700m - 8 mins walk.
Buy Card: €0.60, Choose Travel Ticket: Z4 €1.85 (Note: Remember to validate your ticket before travel)
Optional Programmes and Payment:
Tues 6th October Registration fee €60
Wed 7th October
Accommodation (full payment required in advance)
– Please include all nights in your amount €
– Meeting Of E.U Cat & Dog Alliance FREE
– FREE Sponsor Workshops (please indicate which workshops)
n Infection Control in an Animal Shelter n Working with Companion Animal Welfare
n Adaptil & Feliway; The Advantages of Use In A Shelter Environment n Animal Housing
All Other workshops charged at €10 each
n Ask the Behaviourist n Ask the Vet n Shelter Building
n Breed All About It n Reinforcing Bonds Through Training
– Complimentary welcome buffet FREE
– 7 Bridge River Cruise & Gala Dinner at Taylor’s €55 per person
Friday 9th October – Optional sightseeing tour €24.50 per person
Optional airport transfer to/from the Sheraton Hotel
(Payable at time of booking to confirm reservation)
See pricing above
Total Amount
Please indicate which method of payment you are using: (Payable at time of booking to confirm reservation)
n Bank Transfer (for bank details see over) Credit Card: n VISA n Mastercard
Payment taken in Euros
To make payment by credit card, please email: helio.almeida@abreu.pt

How to Book
You can book online at www.icawc.org or by
completing the Registration Form in block capitals
and returning to:
ICAWC, c/o Dogs Trust,
17 Wakley Street,
London,
EC1V 7RQ, UK
Fax: +44 (0) 207 833 2701
Agent Bank Details:
Please use a reference with your payment: your name + ICAWC2015
Billing Details: Viagens Abreu, S.A., Avenida dos Aliados, 207-4000-067 Porto, Portugal
Tel: +351 22 204 36 80; Email: helio.almeida@abreu.pt
Bank Details and Form of Payment:
Bank: Millennium BCP
Account Name: Viagens Abreu, SA
Branch: Av. Prof. Dr. Cavaco Silva (Tagus Park), Account Number: 0000000000231320 83
edificio 2/Piso 0 b, 2744-002 Porto Salvo, Portugal Swift Code: BCOMPTPL
Bank & Branch Code: 0033 0000 00000231320 83 IBAN Code: PT50 0033 0000 00000231320 83
International Grants and Training Programme
If you would like to apply for grant funding or arrange for specialist training to support your organisation’s needs, please
contact us at international@dogstrust.org.uk or visit our website: www.dogstrustinternational.com for more information.
The Organiser
Founded in 1891, Dogs Trust is the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, and now has 20 Rehoming Centres networked
throughout the UK and 1 in Ireland. Dogs Trust believes that no healthy dog should be destroyed and last year looked
after in excess of 16,000 Dogs. Our mission is “to work towards the day when all dogs can enjoy a happy life, free from
the threat of unnecessary destruction”. We work with like-minded European animal welfare charities: offering support,
advice, education, health and welfare programmes as well as grants.
Registered Charity Numbers: 227523, SC037843 & 20057978