Welcome to the Future of Veterinary Medicine
As a passionate pet healthcare provider, you are driven to practice the best medicine for the animals in your care.
Let's face it -- it's hard to balance your busy workload with learning and networking. While there's no shortage of conferences and CE to choose from -- if you currently work at an AAHA Accredited Hospital or are curious about the process of implementing AAHA in your practice and the synergistic benefits for your team and customers, you must mark your calendar and join us in Chicago next September!
The American Animal Hospital Association has been setting the standard for small animal veterinary care for over 90 years, and at our annual conference, you can immerse yourself in transformative learning experiences in an intimate setting designed for your personal growth.
AAHA CON ensures you'll get one-on-one attention from our Practice Consultants and you'll leave with a new network of other veterinary professionals dedicated to improving themselves and their practices, all for the love of pets.
Mark your calendar: September 11-13, 2025, at the Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile. Create your future with us and be part of the next generation of veterinary excellence.
Keynote Speaker - Ryan Leak
Ryan Leak is a best-selling author, strategic advisor, and a highly sought-after speakerpreneur. With an incredible reach of over 50,000 people every month, Ryan's words have the power to transform lives. Each year, he dedicates his expertise to the growth of over 30,000 leaders, spanning the spectrum from Fortune 100 corporations to elite professional sports teams.
Ryan's remarkable journey was catapulted into the limelight when his viral Surprise Wedding story made headlines on prestigious shows like Good Morning America and the Today Show, along with numerous other media outlets. But that's just the beginning of his story.
Ryan is the creative mind behind the USA Today best-selling book, Chasing Failure: How Falling Short Sets You Up for Success. This transformative work has guided countless individuals on a journey to turn setbacks into stepping stones toward success. His latest release, Leveling Up: 12 Questions to Elevate Your Personal And Professional Development, has ascended to the ranks of Wall Street Journal Best Sellers list.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Ryan is a loving husband to Amanda and involved father to Roman and Jaxson. Join the ranks of those who have already been inspired and transformed by Ryan Leak's empowering message.
2025 Conference Pricing
| Early Early Bird Rate | Early Bird Rate | Full Rate | One-Day Rate | Two-Day Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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September- April 15, 2025 |
April 16, 2025 - July 15, 2025 |
July 16, 2025- September 12, 2025 |
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| DVM Member |
$595 |
$695 | $795 | $300 | $575 |
| Veterinary Staff Member | $445 | $495 | $595 | $225 | $425 |
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DVM Non-Member |
$695 | $795 | $895 | $350 | $675 |
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Veterinary Staff Non-Member |
$545 | $595 | $695 | $275 | $525 |
| Student/Guest | $300 | $300 | $300 | $125 | $240 |
AAHA CON 2025 Call For Abstracts
The committee will review applications on a rolling basis and reach out to individuals selected to move forward in the process. All speakers for AAHA CON 2025 will be alerted by May 2025.
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
The hotel's front entrance offers guests immediate access to some of the world's premier shopping destinations.
Meanwhile, just steps from the back door, the vibrant River North neighborhood awaits, renowned as the city's epicenter for dining, entertainment, and nightlife. With over 170 restaurants and 138 bars within an 8-block radius, attendees will find plenty to explore right outside the hotel.
Please note, if you book a package via Marriott.com or on another booking website and NOT on the conference rate website, we cannot apply the conference rate.
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AAHA CON 2024 at-a-glance
818
Attendees
43
Speakers
75+
Sessions
65
Vendors
Plan for Future AAHA CONs
September 17-19, 2026
Portland, Oregon
Hyatt Regency Portland, Courtyard Marriott Portland and the Oregon Convention Center
September 16-18, 2027
Gaylord National
201 Waterfront St.
National Harbor, MD 20745
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
AAHA CON 2025
September 11-13, 2025
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
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