Building on the success of the Virtual Dog Health Forum (June 2025), we've adopted a new hybrid format for the 6th IDHW. By combining online sessions in April with an in-person event in Bologna, Italy, in May/June, we're able to accommodate a growing number of organizations and experts wishing to share their knowledge and expertise, while also providing opportunities for those unable to attend the Bologna event to participate in these important conversations.
A FREE Online Event 16-17 April – Powered by Royal Canin – featuring presentations and interactive discussions
An In-Person Event 30 May - 1 June in Bologna, Italy, (registration fee applies) with a full program incorporating multiple streams of conversation on key issues in dog health and well-being, networking opportunities, and social events; held in conjunction with the 4th FCI World Congress for Show Judges and 2026 World Dog Show (also co-hosted by ENCI)
Participants can register for one or both 6th IDHW events (registration for both events is strongly encouraged).
Spaces for both events are limited. Register as soon as possible to reserve your spot!
Important Note:
Separate registration is required for the Online and In-Person events (see below).
Register for the FREE Online Event*
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You can register for one or both days, but we recommend participating on BOTH days to catch our informative presentations and take part in all ongoing discussions on dog health and well-being.
Day 1: Thursday, 16 April, 2026
11am (EDT)/17.00 (CEST) to 3pm (EDT)/21.00 (CEST)
Day 2: Friday, 17 April, 2026
11am (EDT)/17.00 (CEST) to 3pm (EDT)/21.00 (CEST)
Click here to register for the Online Event
Register for the In-Person Event in Bologna*
Saturday, 30 May - Monday, 1 June, 2026, Bologna, Italy
Workshop Venue:
The Sydney Hotel
Via Michelino, 73 - 40127 Bologna
Tel. +39 051/030409
https://www.thesydneyhotel.eu/en/
Registration Fee:
€ 225,00 (Plus Hotel - See Registration Site for pricing)
Registration Process:
Registration for the In-Person Event is managed by our co-host, Ente Nazionale della Cinofilia Italiana (ENCI), in coordination with their booking agency. The agency will follow up with with registrants to confirm registration/hotel information and address any additional requirements/questions.
Important Notes Regarding Hotel Reservations:
Hotel rooms are in extremely high demand due to the World Dog Show events taking place immediately following the 6th IDHW. Therefore, registrants may be booked in one of several hotels near the workshop venue. Hotel details will be confirmed by the booking agency following registration.
Please register as soon as possible, to ensure hotel room availability.
If you with to extend your stay in Bologna (before or after the workshop), please book your room during registration and notify the booking agency of any additional days for which you require accommodations.
If you will be sharing a hotel room, we recommend only one of the registrants books a room during registration and notifies the booking agency during its follow-up.
Click here to register for the In-Person Event in Bologna, Italy
*Preliminary details, subject to change. Portions of these events may be recorded and posted online at a later date.
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