From Aug. 7-17, Saarlouis, Germany, played host to the second international Vetcamp, a conference for young vets interested in equine or small animal medicine designed to promote career growth for young professionals.

This year’s camp attracted twice as many attendees as the inaugural event. Students from more than 16 countries camped out and sharing thoughts, ideas, and experiences with colleagues from all over the world.

Bianca Schwarz, DVM, DrMedVet, Dipl. ECEIM, WEVA board member; Arnold Ludes, DrMedVet (vice president of the German Veterinary Chamber); and numerous representatives of the European Colleges of Equine Internal Medicine, Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia, and Veterinary Surgery provided information to the attendees.

Additionally, animal welfare organizations including The Donkey Sanctuary and Vets for Change provided insight into their missions and work and made significant contributions to the scientific program