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:
www.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:
🔗 https://ow.ly/cM5F50Yzbte
Could your work help shape our 2026 Conference programme?
⏳ Abstracts close 30 March.
We’re looking for case studies, research and practical insights in dog & cat population management.
🔗 Submit or find out more: https://ow.ly/rvvK50YwsZ5
Supporting companion animals during crises matters. Organisations across the Middle East are helping families travel with pets, rescuing animals and providing veterinary care.
🔗 https://ow.ly/rsZu50YuI8N
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.
⏱️ The survey takes around 6 minutes.
👉 https://ow.ly/n28I50YqoLQ
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.
https://ow.ly/Bhvo50Ypcek
It's 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.
👉 https://ow.ly/TXom50Yl18b
🧧 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.
👉 https://ow.ly/IBKN50YgCou
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.
👉 Explore the courses: https://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 https://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: https://ow.ly/NmZ550Y8JoU
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.
👉 https://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: https://ow.ly/StmA50XHhvQ
📬 Get updates on our events in 2026: https://ow.ly/uasa50XHhvP
It has been a constructive and insightful week in Bangkok for the Metropolis 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 World Organisation for Animal Health, Bhutan has achieved ~90% dog sterilisation & rabies vaccination: it's what’s possible when evidence, humane management & community come together.
https://ow.ly/al9G50XtanS
What stands out to you about Bhutan's approach?
The Supreme Court of India has ordered the removal of community dogs from certain areas. Evidence shows mass removal isn't a long-term solution.
Collaboration among authorities, animal welfare groups and communities builds evidence-based solutions that protect animals and people.
This #WorldCitiesDay, we join @un-habitat.bsky.social to celebrate cities that are compassionate, healthy & resilient - for people and animals.
Through our Positive Cities initiative, we're helping to create urban spaces where dogs, cats & humans can thrive together.
👉 positivecities.org
We’re delighted to share that ICAM has joined The World Federation for Animals - a global network working together to elevate the welfare of all animals. We bring the companion animal perspective - ensuring dogs & cats are part of global welfare, health and sustainability conversations.
As cities grow and evolve, free-roaming dogs and cats continue to share our streets and public spaces. Measuring their welfare could help guide more effective, humane urban planning. Join the conversation for #WorldCitiesDay: https://ow.ly/azx850Xikjp #UrbanOctober #UNHabitat #AnimalWelfare
ICAM’s Director of Advocacy joined Battersea's panel of international speakers at the Animal Grantmakers Conference in Texas last week. We're grateful to our funding partners Battersea, Dogs Trust and World Animal Protection UK for their generous support of our work.
Happy Diwali from ICAM 🌠 Heartfelt thanks to all whose time, compassion and expertise are improving the lives of dogs and cats. May this Diwali inspire kinder communities for both people and animals around the world.
The UN Forum of Mayors has recognised that healthy cities depend on people and animals. A milestone for animals in urban policy. 🏙️🐾 #UrbanOctober #ForumofMayors
Dame Jane Goodall (1934–2025) inspired compassion for all animals. Her legacy guides us to treat all animals with empathy, respect, and shared responsibility.
A dry day in Jaipur with the Help in Suffering (HIS) team. Our partnership with @sbohvm.gla.ac.uk is analysing 30 years of data collected by HIS to showcase the impact of DPM in Jaipur. Together with @missionrabies.bsky.social, HIS is also bringing Jaipur closer to a rabies-free future.
Singapore's achieved transformative progress in humane dog & cat population management through political leadership, long-term commitment & collaboration between government, NGOs & communities. Thanks to NParks & SPCA for sharing insights! Learn more: tinyurl.com/ICAMConfDay1
New study links pet ownership to slower cognitive decline: 🐕 boosts memory, 🐈⬛ supports verbal fluency. More here: www.theguardian.com/science/2025...
Bahrain plans to restart its national dog sterilisation programme using humane methods to manage the free-roaming dog population. ICAM supports sustainable, humane solutions and looks forward to learning more as details emerge. Read more: www.newsofbahrain.com/bahrain/1152...
Free International Cat Care webinar on 9 July at 19:00 BST! Learn what being an obligate carnivore really means for cats with Dr Marge Chandler. Register now: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
