IAABC Presents (fee applies): In this 8-week course, we will take a deep dive into the uses and applications of critical analysis when handling behavior cases. We will discuss the critical questions that allow us to evaluate our own choice of methods and inform us on how we can best approach each case from a competent, skilled and humane perspective.

The UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Shelter Learniverse Presents: Are you ready to take your career in animal sheltering to the next level? The Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program empowers frontline animal shelter workers to provide exceptional care, grounded in best practices, with a focus on improving outcomes for animals and communities. Apply for the next session—it’s currently free, #ThanksToMaddie!

IAABC Presents (fee applies): This course will teach you about canine communication, play, greetings, conflict resolution behaviors, and puppy social development. Dig into the science of canine social behavior, with an emphasis on dog-to-dog social interactions. Veterinarians, behavior consultants, trainers, groomers, kennel staff, shelter workers, day care staff, pet sitters, dog walkers, and keen guardians will all benefit from this course.

Shelter Behavior Hub Presents (fee applies): Taught by world-renowned shelter expert, Trish McMillan, The Shelter Dog Behavior Mentorship helps shelter staff understand dog behavior, reduce stress, and improve adoption rates. It’s a valuable program for creating a better environment for shelter dogs and promoting successful adoptions. How does this work? In Part One, you’ll do a self-audit of your current behavior programming, and put together a list of goals for the next year. Once you have that list together, you’ll be enrolled in Part Two, for a whole year.