Where is the doggy in the window? Supporting shut down dogs
2025-10-16 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Virtual Event
About the webinar
Tom Candy from Dogs Trust will deliver ‘Where is the doggy in the window? Supporting shut down dogs‘ via Zoom.
Synopsis and more details coming soon!
Who can attend
This session is available to anyone who works or volunteers at an ADCH Member organisation.
Cost to attend
There is no cost for ADCH Members to attend this session.
Registration
Members can register for the session (required) here.

Ideas For Adapting Cattery Pens During Kitten Development
2025-10-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
About the webinar
Susie Hughes from RSPCA Manchester and Salford branch will deliver ‘Ideas For Adapting Cattery Pens During Kitten Development‘ via Zoom.
‘From newborn to adoption age – ideas for setting up cattery pens
In this session we will look at ideas on how to adapt a cattery pen to meet the different development stages of kittens and how to support the nursing queen with her rearing duties.’
Who can attend
This session is available to anyone who works or volunteers at an ADCH Member organisation.
Cost to attend
There is no cost for ADCH Members to attend this session.
Registration
Members can register for the session (required) here.

Regional Group Meeting - Scotland
2025-10-24 | Regional Group Meeting
For further information on the Scotland Regional Group’s next meeting, please visit the Members Area to contact the group’s Coordinator, Rachael MacLean.

ADCH Wellbeing Session
2025-11-05 10:30 - 11:10, 2025-11-05 19:00 - 19:40, 2026-04-01 19:00 - 19:40, 2026-04-08 10:30 - 11:10, 2026-04-15 19:00 - 19:40, 2026-04-22 10:30 - 11:10, 2026-05-06 10:30 - 11:10, 2026-05-13 19:00 - 19:40 | Virtual Event
About the sessions
Delivered by ADCH Wellbeing Volunteer, Gary Fielder, these wellbeing sessions will run every Wednesday. The session times will alternate between a morning session at 10:30 AM and an evening session at 7:00 PM.
Each session will last approximately 40 minutes.
Sessions will typically begin with a brief discussion on a wellbeing-related topic, followed by some guidance around mindfulness, and one or two meditations exercises to conclude. No prior experience in mindfulness or meditation is required.
*Please note: You only need to register once. After completing the registration form, you’ll have access to all weekly sessions without needing to re-register.
Who can attend
These sessions are available to anyone who works or volunteers at an ADCH Member organisation.
Cost to attend
There is no cost for ADCH Members to attend these sessions.
Registration
You can register for the wellbeing sessions by clicking here.

Regional Group Meeting - Islands
2025-11-17, 2026-02-11 | Regional Group Meeting
For further information on the Islands Regional Group’s next meeting, please visit the Members Area to contact the group’s Coordinator, Steve Byrne.

Regional Group Meeting - North Midlands
2025-11-20, 2026-04-01 | Regional Group Meeting
For further information on the North Midlands Regional Group’s next meeting, please visit the Members Area to contact the group’s Coordinator, Ben Wilkes.

In-Person Open Meeting
2025-11-25 | Grand Hotel Gosforth Park, High Gosforth Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 5HN, Grand Hotel Gosforth Park, High Gosforth Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 5HN, United Kingdom
About this Event
Join us for the final Open Meeting of 2025 hosted by Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter. This event is exclusively for ADCH Members and invited Sponsors and offers an opportunity for learning, networking, and collaboration.
Location
Grand Hotel Gosforth Park, High Gosforth Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 5HN.
Event Details
Open Meeting

Date: Tuesday 25th November 2025
Time: Registration from 09:30, meeting start at 10:00, close for lunch at approx. 13:30
Cost: Attendance is free for Members and invited Sponsors.
Complementary Lunch and refreshments: Refreshments and lunch will be provided. Please advise of any dietary requirements when booking.

You can view the full meeting agenda here.
Host site tours

Dates: 24th & 25th November
Times: 14:00, 14:30, 15:00
Details: Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter are kindly offering site tours.

Pre-Open Meeting Dinner

Date: Monday 24th November 2025
Time: Arrival from 19:00, dinner at 19:30
Menu: Three-course set menu

Accommodation
Please note that rooms can not be booked through ADCH and bookings should be made directly with the hotel.
Accommodation bookings are to be done through the Central Reservations call centre.
The call centre is open Monday – Friday 08:00 – 18:30 and Saturday and Sunday 09:00 – 17:30
The phone number is 01912364111 option 1 for reservations and quote “Association of Dogs & Cats Homes”
Limited number of rooms available.
Contact Information
For any queries, please contact us at events@adch.org.uk.

Regional Group Meeting - East England
2025-12-02 | Regional Group Meeting
For further information on the East England Regional Group’s next meeting, please visit the Members Area to contact the group’s Coordinator, Chris Bennett.

Stray Contracts: Panel Session
2025-12-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Event
About the webinar
Join us for a 60-minute webinar exploring Stray Contracts, featuring a panel discussion with Giles Webber (Birmingham Dogs Home), Amie Jones (Worcester Animal Rescue Shelter) and Vanessa Waddon (Hope Rescue).
Our panel will explore stray contracts, sharing insights from ADCH, outlining how and why their organisations manage these contracts, and discussing the practical realities of delivering them. They will also cover key themes, positives and challenges, before inviting members to share questions, comments and perspectives.
Who can attend
This session is available to anyone who works or volunteers at an ADCH Member organisation.
Cost to attend
There is no cost for ADCH Members to attend this session.
Registration
ADCH Members can register for the session here.

Regional Group Meeting - South Midlands
2025-12-10, 2026-03-11 | Regional Group Meeting
For further information on the South Midlands Regional Group’s next meeting, please visit the Members Area to contact the group’s Coordinator, Peter Newcombe.

Regional Group Meeting - North West England
2026-01-07 | Regional Group Meeting
For further information on the North West England Regional Group’s next meeting, please visit the Members Area to contact the group’s Coordinator, Maddy Doyle.

Regional Group Meeting - South West England
2026-01-16 | Regional Group Meeting
For further information on the South West England Regional Group’s next meeting, please visit the Members Area to contact the group’s Coordinators, Sarah Eden and Grace Rose-Gale.

Fundraisers Forum
2026-02-12 11:00 - 12:30 | Virtual Event
About the session
Our popular Fundraisers Forum is back with our new host, Izzy Tutcher from Leicester Animal Aid.
The topic for this session will be ‘Community & Corporate Fundraising’.
Who can attend
This session is available to anyone who works or volunteers at an ADCH Member organisation.
Cost to attend
There is no cost for ADCH Members to attend this session.
Registration
Registration is required in advance.
ADCH Members can register here.

ADCH Virtual Open Meeting
2026-03-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Event
About this Event
Our first Open Meeting of 2026 will be held virtually via Zoom on Tuesday 17 March at 10:00.
Attendees will receive key updates from ADCH, have the opportunity to share their own updates and hear from our guest speaker, Emma McGrath, Professional Support Solicitor at Citation, who will provide an overview of the new Employment Rights Act, highlighting what the changes mean for your organisation.
You can view the full programme here
You can view a draft copy of the minutes from our last Open Meeting, held on the 25 November 2025, on our ‘Previous Events’ page here
Who can attend
This event is open to ADCH Members and invited Supporters.
Cost to attend
Attendance is free of charge.
Registration
Secure your place by registering here.
Disclaimer
The Association of Dogs and Cats Homes (ADCH) provides a platform for various speakers during its events and in its materials. Please note that ADCH does not endorse or validate every element of the presentations or information shared by speakers. The views and opinions expressed are those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the official position or policies of ADCH. Attendees are encouraged to use their discretion and critical judgment when interpreting and applying the information provided.

Regional Group Meeting - Northern Ireland
2026-03-25 | Regional Group Meeting
For further information on the Northern Ireland Regional Group’s next meeting, please visit the Members Area to contact the group’s Coordinator, Conor O’Kane.

Regional Group Meeting - North West England
2026-04-08 | Regional Group Meeting
For further information on the North West England Regional Group’s next meeting, please visit the Members Area to contact the group’s Coordinator, Lindsay Kerr.

ADCH Volunteer Training
2026-04-21 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-05-28 14:00 - 15:15 | Virtual Event
For further information on this training session for ADCH Volunteers, please visit the Volunteers Area or contact ADCH’s Volunteer Manager, Michelle Widger.

ADCH Conference 2026
2026-05-07 - 2026-05-08
Visit registration.adchconference26.com to get your tickets and find out more!

Regional Group Meeting - Yorkshire & Humber
2026-05-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Regional Group Meeting
For further information on the Yorkshire & Humber Regional Group’s first meeting, please visit the Members Area to contact the group’s Coordinator, Trish Spargo.
