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San Antonio Veterinary Specialists (SAVS) is thrilled to announce its first annual Veterinary Continuing Education (CE) Conference, which will be held on November 7, 2026 at The Ralston at the San Antonio Zoo in San Antonio, Texas.
This full-day conference is being developed to provide veterinary professionals with a high-quality CE experience while fostering meaningful collaboration and professional connection among attendees and industry partners. The program will feature more than five hours of accredited educational content presented by specialty veterinarians in the areas of ophthalmology, oncology and surgery, as well as participation from the veterinary and conservation staff at the San Antonio Zoo.
Event Schedule:
The conference agenda has been thoughtfully structured to provide a balanced and engaging experience for both attendees and sponsors. In addition to a full day of CE programming, the schedule includes dedicated opportunities for networking, vendor interaction, and informal connection in a distinctive setting. From the morning welcome through the closing happy hour and raffle, each portion of the day is designed to encourage meaningful engagement while delivering a high-quality educational experience.
The day kicks off with a high-energy check-in and breakfast, offering a premier opportunity to network with colleagues and explore the exhibitor area in the vibrant, one-of-a-kind atmosphere of the San Antonio Zoo.
Our conference officially launches with an inspiring welcome from the SAVS team, followed by elite CE sessions led by SAVS specialists and the world-class veterinary staff of the San Antonio Zoo.
Attendees will enjoy a complimentary lunch—the perfect time to forge new professional connections and participate in our interactive Vendor Passport Program.
Afternoon sessions resume with an engaging, masterclass blend of specialty veterinary education, featuring exclusive insights from leading zoo and conservation professionals. The exhibitor hall remains open for continued discovery throughout the afternoon.
Our closing session features final reflections and acknowledgments, including a special moment to celebrate the sponsors who champion our profession before we head off to the highly anticipated vendor social.
We conclude the day with an upbeat, celebratory happy hour—a final chance for attendees, sponsors, and exhibitors to connect and unwind in a fun, amazing setting overlooking the new Gorilla habitat! Don’t miss our grand finale raffle featuring exciting prizes to take home!
Note: Schedule is subject to change. We are currently planning even more comprehensive zoo involvement to ensure this experience is truly unforgettable.
**Vendor Passport Program
Each attendee will receive a Safari Passport; visit our exhibitor booths to collect stamps and enter for a chance to win an exclusive SAVS-Zoo sponsored prize!.
We are thrilled to present an impressive lineup of speakers at the SAVS Veterinary CE Conference, featuring board-certified specialists from SAVS and the committed veterinarians and conservationists from the San Antonio Zoo. Their shared experience, expertise, and enthusiasm for veterinary medicine promise to deliver an engaging and unforgettable educational experience for attendees. Additionally, this unique collaboration provides a valuable chance to learn from esteemed leaders in both specialty care and zoological medicine, all within one remarkable program.
About SAVS:
SAVS is a unique and collaborative partnership of individually owned veterinary specialty practices in the fields of oncology, ophthalmology and surgery that proudly serve the people and their pets of San Antonio and all of South Texas
Diagnostics and treatment for all cancers including medical therapy, chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Learn more at www.acctpets.com
Diagnosis and management of all ocular diseases including medical and surgical treatments. Learn more at www.stvopets.com
Procedures focusing on soft tissue, oncological (cancer) and orthopedic surgeries. Learn more at www.stvspets.com
With deep roots in the San Antonio community, the SAVS doctors have united to provide a more personalized and intimate experience in specialty care for pets and their owners.
Our mission at SAVS is to deliver the highest standard of medicine and surgery utilizing state-of-the-art technology, expertise, and unparalleled customer service. We recognize that specialty medicine is crucial in the circle of care for our patients, and we are committed to collaborating closely with our referring veterinarians to ensure optimal and comprehensive care at all times.