The Kitten Conference 2026
Kittens require specialized care, which is why Community Cats Central and The National Kitten Coalition have partnered to present a conference dedicated exclusively to caring for the tiniest felines.
Over this two-day event, animal shelter professionals, caregivers, fosters, and kitten enthusiasts will come together to deepen their knowledge and sharpen skills for raising healthy kittens and running successful kitten programs.
Sessions will cover a wide range of topics, from socializing feral kittens for adoption and managing foster programs to exploring innovative initiatives that empower communities to care for kittens of any age. Featured speakers will include respected experts in kitten care, representing a wealth of experience from across the animal welfare community.
Speakers and Presentations
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Kitten Emergencies: Practical Knowledge for Triage and Support
Emily Coleman, DVM, Executive Director of the National Kitten Coalition
Tiny Lives, Big Gains: The Topeka Kitten Comeback Story
Grace Clinton, Director of Philanthropy, Helping Hands Humane Society, Inc.
Using Kitten Data to Build Community Support
Tori Fugate, Director of Communications, Shelter Animals Count at ASPCA
Supporting Community Kitten Sitters
Chris Roy, Founder, Doobert
Cool Tool – Kitten Multiplier Demonstration
Cory Piland, Grant Writer and Volunteer, Operation Catnip of Richmond
Feral Kittens – Rescue to Adoption Strategies
Mike Phillips, President and Co-founder, Urban Cat League
Fix by Five: Equipping Animal Welfare & Veterinary Professionals to Lead the Conversation
Brianna Lovell Myers, Executive Director, United Spay Alliance
Saving Kittens Through Targeted Grant Funding
Jackie Noble, Executive Director, Orphan Kitten Club
Rabies Vaccination as an Essential Element of TNVR Programs — and More Importantly, What Do You Do with the Really Young Ones?
G. Robert Weedon, DVM, MPH, HQHVSN Surgeon, Paws Plus Veterinary
Kitten Socialization in Practice and in Data: Implementation Guide and Post‑Adoption Outcomes
Jacklyn J Ellis, PhD CAAB CSB-C, Director, Behaviour, Toronto Humane Society
More Kittens, Less Burnout: A Framework for Building Bottle Baby Programs That Work
Andee Bingham, Founder and Executive Director, Esther Neonatal Kitten Alliance
Conference Sponsors
We are currently accepting sponsorships for this event and our 2026 educational season. This year’s packages include a range of valuable benefits. Review the sponsorship details, and if you have any questions, please email stacy@communitycatspodcast.com.
