Webinar – 7/24/24 – Who let the dogs out? Unleashing solutions: Finding solutions to the problem of Fiji’s free-roaming dog population – Getting 2 Zero
Getting 2 Zero Presents: Overpopulation of dogs is an issue in Fiji, similar to many other South Pacific and industralized nations worldwide. This presentation explores results from a door-to-door survey in the Tavakubu ward of Lautoka, highlighting the impacts of human behavior in maintaining free-roaming dog populations, including ownership apathy, indiscriminate feeding, and low compliance with responsible pet ownership practices.
Hybrid Course – Sign-up deadline 2/1/24 – Behavior and Enrichment Academy & Resources (BEAR) – San Diego Humane Soicety
San Diego Humane Society and Shelter Playgroup Alliance Present (fee applies): Sign up today for the Spring 2024 cohort beginning Feb. 1! At the end of this rigorous, multi-phase educational program, participants will be prepared to perform the key tasks of a shelter behavior professional.
Online Course – Starts 1/8/24 – Principles of Contemporary Animal Services Certificate Course – Best Friends and Southern Utah University (fee applies)
Best Friends and Southern Utah University Present (fee applies): The Principles of Contemporary Animal Services certificate course is a great way to develop an understanding of the animal services profession by learning about the field’s history, current state, and future possibilities.
Online Course – Starts 10/18/23 – Principles of Contemporary Animal Services Certificate Course – Best Friends (fee applies)
Best Friends Presents (fee applies): The Principles of Contemporary Animal Services certificate course is a great way to develop an understanding of the animal services profession by learning about the field’s history, current state, and future possibilities.
Online Course – Starts 10/18/23 – Dog Lifesaving Course – Best Friends (fee applies)
Best Friends Presents (fee applies): Best Friends and Southern Utah University’s Dog Lifesaving Course is designed for anyone who wants to positively impact the lives of dogs in shelters, whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey. Join us as we empower you with the knowledge, tools, strategies, and steps to start making changes immediately to increase dog lifesaving and enhance the lives of dogs at your organization.
Online Course – Starts 10/18/23 – Principles of Contemporary Animal Services Certificate Course – Best Friends (fee applies)
Best Friends Presents (fee applies): The Principles of Contemporary Animal Services certificate course is a great way to develop an understanding of the animal services profession by learning about the field’s history, current state, and future possibilities.
Online Event – 11/1/23 – ASPCA®-AAWA Research Forum – ASPCA and The AAWA
ASPCA and The AAWA Present: Don’t miss this FREE online event showcasing how to help vulnerable pets using data. Whether you love geeking out over data, want to help pets in your community—or both—you don’t want to miss the ASPCA®-AAWA Research Forum online on November 1 from 12 – 5 p.m. ET.
Webinar – 11/14/22 – Dog Playgroups Part 3: The How – Getting2Zero
Getting 2 Zero Presents: In this last session, we take a deep dive into the critical aspects of how to successfully facilitate playgroups in your shelter. Attendees will be offered a robust collection of video examples and important discussions on safety, effective handling techniques, and how to take the first steps to implement or enhance their own shelter playgroup programs.
Online Event – 11/9/22 – ASPCA®-AAWA Research Forum – ASPCA and The AAWA
ASPCA and The AAWA Present: Don’t miss this FREE online event showcasing how to help vulnerable pets using data, including a presentation on dog breeds and behavior. Whether you love geeking out over data, want to help pets in your community—or both—you don’t want to miss the ASPCA®-AAWA Research Forum online on November 9 from 12 – 5 p.m. ET.
Webinar – 9/19/22 – DPFL Dog Playgroups Part 1: The Why – Getting 2 Zero
Getting 2 Zero Presents: Learn about all the ways in which Dogs Playing For Life Playgroups are transforming shelters all across the USA. In this first of three webinars, we will present powerful examples of how playgroups can not only enhance the quality of life for your shelter dogs, but how focusing on their quality of life through enrichment can lead to game-changing benefits to your shelter’s everyday operations.
