ATL Conference

The Animal Therapies Ltd conference was a most professional, engaging and collegiate experience. I learnt a great deal, and am delighted to be part of this most important and developing area of care for others.

The Animal-Assisted Services Sector is a rapidly growing industry meeting the varied mental and physical health needs of our communities.

The annual ATL Animal-Assisted Services Conference brings together health practitioners, clinicians, researchers, those with a lived experience and the broader animal-assisted services sector to share case studies, learnings, best practice, evidence base, achievements and challenges to better serve the diverse needs of those accessing animal-assisted services.

Save the dates! 19, 20, 21 February 2025

2024 ATL Animal-Assisted Services Conference & Expo (Hybrid event) 15-16 February

Theme “Looking to the Future by Learning from the Past”

For the first time this annual event featured two conference streams, with professional audio-visual production to enable a seamless and enjoyable live experience for both in-person and online attendees.

There was also an Expo at the Venue, with organisations showcasing a range of sector related services to in-person attendees.

An exciting two day Conference, featuring almost 40 outstanding speakers presenting a range of relevant and interesting topics. An all-encompassing event for those aligned with the animal-assisted services sector or who are looking to do so in the future.

2023 ATL Animal-Assisted Services Conference (Hybrid event) 16-17 February

Theme “Bridging Animal-Assisted Practice with Research”

The first ATL face-to-face conference since 2020. The conference is unique in that it caters to a broad audience. From people with lived experience of accessing animal-assisted services, practitioners delivering animal-assisted therapy, animal trainers, and researchers, there is something for everyone!

2024 conference opening presentation