The mission of the Felid Taxon Advisory Group (TAG) is to bring together animal care staff and scientists to further conservation of felids in the wild, effectively manage felids in Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited zoos throughout the world, and support scientific research concerning felid species.

The Felid TAG hosts a week-long conference which includes the Felid TAG Husbandry Courses, Species Survival Plan meetings, conference proceedings and working groups. The time spent during the husbandry course and meetings allows zoo professionals, veterinarians, researchers, graduate students, and conservationists from around the country and international partners to collaborate and transfer knowledge about felid husbandry, science, well being and conservation.

This year’s course and meeting will be hosted by Essex County Turtle Back Zoo between July 19-25, 2025. To keep hosting costs and registration fees low, we look to sponsors to help fill the gap. We hope you consider supporting our efforts to care and conserve some of this planet’s most revered and precious species.