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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 7/21/24 – Fundamentals of Animal Behavior and Learning – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:By the end of this course\, you will be able to: \n\nThink scientifically about animal training and behavior consulting for all species.\nBreak training into component principles.\nAnalyze environmental events that maintain behavior.\nRecognize how labels such as “aggressive” or “submissive” cloud your thinking and work.\nEstablish accurate descriptions of animals who are said to be “confident\,” “creative\,” “a problem solver\,” and how you should approach those learners.\nUnderstand the common principles at play in different animals & species.\nDirectly assess behavior and train more humanely and effectively by cutting through the jargon.\n\nCourse Begins: July 21\, 2024 \nDuration: 4 weeks \nInstructor: JoAnna Platzer\, B.Sc. & Dr. Erica Feuerbacher \nCourse type:  Instructed Course \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/fundamentals-of-animal-behavior-and-learning/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-7-21-24-fundamentals-of-animal-behavior-and-learning-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240723T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T121248
CREATED:20240429T225635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T200212Z
UID:10005337-1721728800-1721737800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Seminar - July 16\, 17\, 23\, and 24\, 2024  - Practical Exercises for Resolving Canine Reactivity - Puppyworks
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on training webinar in 4 sessions\n2 1/2 hr sessions on July 16\, 17\, 23 & 24\, 2024\n10 AM PST/11 AM Mountain/12 pm Central/1 PM Eastern\nOr watch the recordings afterwards!\n10 CEUs CCPDT/IAABC \nClothier’s client friendly techniques harness the voluntary actions of dogs that handlers can reinforce to minimize reactivity. The 3 key skills to accomplish this are: \n\n“Auto Check-In” (ACI): Teaches a dog to maintain connection with a handler while developing the handler’s skill to sustain it;\nPoliteness Poker: Frequently exchanging rewards for desired K9 behaviors to constantly enhance the connection\, and\nReally Real Relaxation (RRR) -Teaches shared relaxation- so the dog learns to disengage from triggering stimuli and redirect focus onto the handler/client.\n\nSuzanne’s clear instructions & accompanying videos allow your clients to readily learn each skill. \nRates:\nEarly Bird Rates through May 31\nIndividuals $99\n($ 119 after May 31) \nGroups 4+ $89\n($109 after May 31) \nAbove rates cover all 4 sessions!\nRegistrants have unlimited access to the recordings for 1 year\, whether they make the live sessions or not. \nAbout Suzanne\nHer renowned Relationship Centered Training (RCT™) has been presented at Assistance Dogs International-NA\, Wolf Park\, APDT-Association of Pet Dog Trainers\, FEMA\, Alaskan Dog Musher Assoc.\, the University of MN SPEAK Conference\, Pet Professional Guild Geek Week\, Lemonade & many other conferences worldwide. \nHer book Bones Would Rain from the Sky: Deepening Our Relationships With Dogs (Warner\, 2002) was twice voted a “Top 5 Book” by the Wall Street Journal. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.puppyworks.com/clothier2024
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-seminar-july-16-17-23-and-24-2024-practical-exercises-for-resolving-canine-reactivity-puppyworks/2024-07-23/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240724T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T121248
CREATED:20240429T225635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T200212Z
UID:10005338-1721815200-1721824200@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Seminar - July 16\, 17\, 23\, and 24\, 2024  - Practical Exercises for Resolving Canine Reactivity - Puppyworks
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on training webinar in 4 sessions\n2 1/2 hr sessions on July 16\, 17\, 23 & 24\, 2024\n10 AM PST/11 AM Mountain/12 pm Central/1 PM Eastern\nOr watch the recordings afterwards!\n10 CEUs CCPDT/IAABC \nClothier’s client friendly techniques harness the voluntary actions of dogs that handlers can reinforce to minimize reactivity. The 3 key skills to accomplish this are: \n\n“Auto Check-In” (ACI): Teaches a dog to maintain connection with a handler while developing the handler’s skill to sustain it;\nPoliteness Poker: Frequently exchanging rewards for desired K9 behaviors to constantly enhance the connection\, and\nReally Real Relaxation (RRR) -Teaches shared relaxation- so the dog learns to disengage from triggering stimuli and redirect focus onto the handler/client.\n\nSuzanne’s clear instructions & accompanying videos allow your clients to readily learn each skill. \nRates:\nEarly Bird Rates through May 31\nIndividuals $99\n($ 119 after May 31) \nGroups 4+ $89\n($109 after May 31) \nAbove rates cover all 4 sessions!\nRegistrants have unlimited access to the recordings for 1 year\, whether they make the live sessions or not. \nAbout Suzanne\nHer renowned Relationship Centered Training (RCT™) has been presented at Assistance Dogs International-NA\, Wolf Park\, APDT-Association of Pet Dog Trainers\, FEMA\, Alaskan Dog Musher Assoc.\, the University of MN SPEAK Conference\, Pet Professional Guild Geek Week\, Lemonade & many other conferences worldwide. \nHer book Bones Would Rain from the Sky: Deepening Our Relationships With Dogs (Warner\, 2002) was twice voted a “Top 5 Book” by the Wall Street Journal. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.puppyworks.com/clothier2024
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-seminar-july-16-17-23-and-24-2024-practical-exercises-for-resolving-canine-reactivity-puppyworks/2024-07-24/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240807
DTSTAMP:20260403T121248
CREATED:20240715T173730Z
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UID:10005428-1722902400-1722988799@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course - 8/6/24 - Feline Confident With Pattern Games - IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Pattern games offer animals predictability and focus in our unpredictable world. This course will give you practical ideas and tools to use with your cats and clients to set them up for success in a variety of contexts. This course is designed for cat behavior consultants but will also appeal to pet owners. \nWhat to expect from this course: \n\nCreate training plans using pattern games\nTeach a variety of pattern games\, such as 1-23\, Look At That\, Super Bowls\, and more\nExplore contexts in which the use of each pattern game would be most suitable\nApply pattern games in specific situations\, and learn how and when to adjust your training plan\nConsider best practices for setting your clients up for success\n\nJoin us for this course and develop knowledge and skills to use with all your feline behavior cases. \nCourse Begins: August 6\, 2024\nDuration: 6 weeks\nInstructor: Beth Brown CDBC\, CCBC\, CCUI\, CSAT\, CPDT-KSA\, FFCP \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/feline-confident-with-pattern-games/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-8-6-24-feline-confident-with-pattern-games-iaabc-fee-applies/
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240814
DTSTAMP:20260403T121248
CREATED:20240528T184000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T184000Z
UID:10005374-1723507200-1723593599@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 8/13/24 – Shelter Cat Behavior Mentorship with Trish McMillan – Shelter Behavior Hub (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:This is an on-demand course\, with weekly Zoom meetings and a discussion group in between\, starting on Tuesday\, August 13th. Classes run weekly for thirteen weeks\, and participants have a whole year of access to course material. We will cover various aspects of shelter cat behavior\, from intake to assessment\, to post-adoption support. With the input of your peers from all over the world\, we will explore the latest science and best practices in building your shelter behavior programming to meet and exceed industry standards\, and to give every cat in your care the best chance at a great life. \nRegister before June 5 with the code UCD10 to receive 10% off. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://trish-s-school-bcb6.thinkific.com/courses/2024A-scbm-shelter-cat-behavior-mentorship
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-8-13-24-shelter-cat-behavior-mentorship-with-trish-mcmillan-shelter-behavior-hub-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240819
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240820
DTSTAMP:20260403T121248
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UID:10005470-1724025600-1724111999@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course - 8/19/24 - Application Period for Fall 2024 Online Instructor-Led Courses Opens - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION:Maddie’s Fund Instructor-Led Courses  begin the week of September 16\, 2024 \nLooking to implement a new program\, learn more about a specific subject and create positive change for pets and people in your community? Maddie’s Fund® Online Instructor-Led Courses provide an interactive educational opportunity for those who are looking to benefit from the wisdom of established innovative programs. They’re the catalyst you need to take your programs and learning to the next level! All courses are FREE! \nThese courses require completion of: \n\nSelf-paced online materials\nZoom classes with your instructor and classmates (The length and number of Zoom classes are course-dependent\, but can range from 4 to 6 classes\, at 60- to 90- minutes.)\nFinal project\n\nClass size is limited and the selection process is competitive. \nTHE FALL 2024 APPLICATION WINDOW IS MONDAY\, AUGUST 19 – FRIDAY\, AUGUST 30\, 2024. \nView Sample Application \nThe link to apply will be posted here on Monday\, August 19\, 2024. \nTo be eligible\, your organization must be a U.S.-based 501c3 or government animal welfare organization. All Maddie’s University courses are pre-approved for NACA and CAWA CE (continuing education) credits. \nIf you have any questions or any issues applying during the open application period\, please email maddiesuniversity@maddiesfund.org. \n\n\n\n\nFall 2024 Course Offerings \n\n\n\nCat Adoption Team’s Fostering 4 Rock Stars\nFeline Lifesaving: Essential Cat Programs for Shelters\nField Services: Community-Centered Programming\nField Services: Tools & Equipment\nFoster Care for Adult Dogs\nHarnessing People Power to Get Lost Pets Back Home\nHumane Education: Tools & Techniques to Expand Your Reach\nMarketing Communications 101: The Essentials of Community Connection\nPet Support Services: Culture\, Collaboration\, and Case Management\nShelter Clinic Management\nTransport: Building Strong Partnerships Locally & Beyond\n\nWEBSITE LINK: https://university.maddiesfund.org/Online-Instructor-Led-Courses
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-8-19-24-application-period-for-fall-2024-online-instructor-led-courses-opens-maddies-fund/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240828T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T121248
CREATED:20240429T225635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T200212Z
UID:10005341-1724839200-1724839200@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Seminar - July 16\, 17\, 23\, and 24\, 2024  - Practical Exercises for Resolving Canine Reactivity - Puppyworks
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on training webinar in 4 sessions\n2 1/2 hr sessions on July 16\, 17\, 23 & 24\, 2024\n10 AM PST/11 AM Mountain/12 pm Central/1 PM Eastern\nOr watch the recordings afterwards!\n10 CEUs CCPDT/IAABC \nClothier’s client friendly techniques harness the voluntary actions of dogs that handlers can reinforce to minimize reactivity. The 3 key skills to accomplish this are: \n\n“Auto Check-In” (ACI): Teaches a dog to maintain connection with a handler while developing the handler’s skill to sustain it;\nPoliteness Poker: Frequently exchanging rewards for desired K9 behaviors to constantly enhance the connection\, and\nReally Real Relaxation (RRR) -Teaches shared relaxation- so the dog learns to disengage from triggering stimuli and redirect focus onto the handler/client.\n\nSuzanne’s clear instructions & accompanying videos allow your clients to readily learn each skill. \nRates:\nEarly Bird Rates through May 31\nIndividuals $99\n($ 119 after May 31) \nGroups 4+ $89\n($109 after May 31) \nAbove rates cover all 4 sessions!\nRegistrants have unlimited access to the recordings for 1 year\, whether they make the live sessions or not. \nAbout Suzanne\nHer renowned Relationship Centered Training (RCT™) has been presented at Assistance Dogs International-NA\, Wolf Park\, APDT-Association of Pet Dog Trainers\, FEMA\, Alaskan Dog Musher Assoc.\, the University of MN SPEAK Conference\, Pet Professional Guild Geek Week\, Lemonade & many other conferences worldwide. \nHer book Bones Would Rain from the Sky: Deepening Our Relationships With Dogs (Warner\, 2002) was twice voted a “Top 5 Book” by the Wall Street Journal. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.puppyworks.com/clothier2024
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-seminar-july-16-17-23-and-24-2024-practical-exercises-for-resolving-canine-reactivity-puppyworks/2024-08-28/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240902
DTSTAMP:20260403T121248
CREATED:20240715T175647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T200212Z
UID:10005431-1725148800-1725235199@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 9/1/24 – Beginning Behavior Consulting Mentorship with Sarah Filipiak – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to behavior consulting or thinking about starting work in behavior? Are you already consulting and looking for advice regarding more advanced cases? Are you looking for help with specific cases or kinds of cases? If you’ve thought about taking on\, or are new to\, cases such as aggression towards strangers\, dog-dog reactivity\, resource guarding and separation anxiety\, or you just want to brush up on your behavior chops\, this mentorship is for you. \nThis mentorship will help you: \n\nUnderstand how to determine and acknowledge your skill level\nExamine the difference between training and behavior modification\nUnderstand the basic principles of behavior modification and how they apply to all situations\nUnderstand how to communicate your expectations and clients’ options prior to accepting more challenging cases\nUnderstand how to write behavior plans clients can follow\nExplore how to motivate clients to implement plans requiring a heavy level of commitment and follow-through\n\nCertified Dog Behavior Consultant Sarah Filipiak will share tips on coaching behavior clients\, including case organization and communication\, for maximum client compliance. She’ll also cover the risks inherent in tackling tricky behaviors and how to keep from getting in over your head while still expanding your training horizons. We’ll also take a look at training hierarchies and other tools that can help you solve your current challenging cases. \nThis program will explore evaluating\, resolving\, and managing problem canine behaviors through guided online discussions\, sample case studies\, video analysis\, useful handouts\, and more. In addition to the ongoing course interaction and support\, you’ll meet weekly for face-to-face live online group support. \nCome prepared with a client behavior case you would like to troubleshoot\, or just join us to listen and learn. \nCourse Begins: September 1\, 2024\nDuration: 8 weeks\nInstructor: Sarah Filipiak CDBC\, BSJ \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/beginning-behavior-consulting-mentorship-with-sarah-filipiak/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-9-1-24-beginning-behavior-consulting-mentorship-with-sarah-filipiak-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240902
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240903
DTSTAMP:20260403T121248
CREATED:20240715T174750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T200212Z
UID:10005430-1725235200-1725321599@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course - 9/2/24 - Cat Behavior Consulting Mentorship - IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Wherever you are in your cat behavior consulting career\, we are pleased to offer a first-ever opportunity in the industry: a cat behavior consulting mentorship. This program will traverse the process of seeing private clients and evaluating and managing problem feline behaviors. You will also explore the logistical side: taking a client history\, tracking success\, client compliance and retention\, and more. Through guided online discussions\, sample case studies\, useful handouts\, and homework assignments\, you will leave this mentorship with the knowledge necessary to become a consultant. \nThis course is designed for those who: \n\nhave a general knowledge of feline behavior\nare familiar with basic behavior modification (any species)\nare thinking of becoming a cat behavior consultant but aren’t sure how\, where or when to begin\nare currently seeing a limited number of clients but are looking for advice on taking more advanced cases\nare looking for a place to share\, bounce\, and develop ideas for building a private cat consultation business\n\nSome of the topics to be addressed include: \n\ntaking effective case histories\, writing reports\, and tracking progress\nclient communication\, compliance and retention\nbuilding your consulting toolbox and organizing your processes\nconducting in-person and remote consults\ntips for protecting yourself physically\, legally\, and financially\ncase study review\ndiscussion of a wide variety of unwanted feline behaviors\nan opportunity to share your own cases and questions\n\n… and more! \nWorking with mentor Katenna Jones\, you will develop your own process that works for you when seeing clients. \nCourse Begins: September 2\, 2024\nDuration: 8 weeks\nInstructor: Katenna Jones ScM\, ACAAB\, CCBC\, CDBC\, CPDT-KA \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/cat-behavior-consulting-mentorship/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-9-2-24-cat-behavior-consulting-mentorship-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240904T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240904T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T121248
CREATED:20240823T171854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T171854Z
UID:10005482-1725444000-1725449400@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course – 9/4/24 – Return to Home Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast
DESCRIPTION:Leave all your preconceived notions about “dumped\, abandoned\, or unwanted” stray cats at the door! What if we presumed every stray cat who came to our shelters was a cherished pet with a loving home? How can we facilitate getting lost pets back to their owners without overwhelming current staff and volunteers\, or tying up space with long stray holds? In this workshop\, we will discuss simple\, actionable ways that we can support owners of lost cats\, be a resource to those who find cats\, and increase the rate at which cats in our shelters are reunited with grateful families. \nWorkshop Overview: \n\nTopic: Reuniting Stray Cats with Grateful Families\nPresenter: Corinne Bourgoin\, Shelter Operations Supervisor at the MSPCA\nCost: $10 (covered by the scholarship)\nDuration: 1.5 hours\, with an optional 15-minute Q&A session\nCertificate: Earn a certificate after completing a short quiz\nNetworking: Access to a dedicated Facebook group for ongoing support and discussion\n\nRegistration is $10 and includes access to the recorded session\, handouts\, and certificate\, as well as access to a Facebook discussion group. All attendees will receive a certificate after taking a short quiz. \nFor more information and to sign up go here.  \nScholarships are available! Apply for a scholarship to cover the $10 registration fee at this link: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/event-scholarships/ \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/return-to-home-workshop/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-9-4-24-return-to-home-certification-workshop-community-cats-podcast/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course,Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240910
DTSTAMP:20260403T121248
CREATED:20240805T193124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T193124Z
UID:10005464-1725840000-1725926399@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course - Starts 9/9/24 - Community Cats Program Management - University of the Pacific (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:This innovative and comprehensive eight-week certificate course is designed to empower participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage community cat programs. Aimed at animal welfare professionals\, veterinary students\, animal control officers\, nonprofit leaders\, and community advocates\, this course combines theory with practical applications to cover all aspects of community cat welfare. Through a blend of online lectures\, interactive discussions\, and real-world assignments\, students will learn how to implement humane and effective strategies for managing community cat populations\, ensuring their health and welfare while engaging positively with the communities they serve. \nModules include: \n\n\n\nIntroduction to Community Cats\nFundamentals of TNR\nCommunity Engagement and Education (AKA “Marketing Module”)\nLegal and Ethical Considerations\nVolunteer Management and Community Involvement\nOngoing Management for Community Cats\nConflict Resolution and Community Relations (AKA “Customer Service Module”)\nFunding and Sustainability\n\n\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://uc.pacific.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=3508103
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-9-9-24-community-cats-program-management-university-of-the-pacific-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240924
DTSTAMP:20260403T121248
CREATED:20240715T183331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T200211Z
UID:10005435-1727049600-1727135999@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Certificate Program – Starts 9/23/24 – Animal Shelter Management Certificate Program – Leadership – Humane Network/UoP (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Society’s relationship to pets continues to evolve. The majority of people consider their pets to be beloved family members and expect their local animal shelter to work diligently to save the lives of the dogs and cats that enter the facility. This program will provide the knowledge you need to assume a management or leadership role at an open-admission animal shelter. You’ll learn how to maximize a shelter’s lifesaving potential through program management\, community engagement\, and shelter operations while at the same time preparing yourself for an exciting career. \nThe five courses are: \n\nLeadership covering strategic planning\, analyzing operations\, decision-making\, managing people and processes to achieve results\, organizational responsibilities\, and working with a board of directors.\nShelter Operations covering adoptions\, animal care and sheltering fundamentals\, animal behavior and enrichment\, and customer service.\nCommunity Program Development covering volunteers\, foster care\, spay/neuter\, pet retention\, events\, and community relations.\nAnimal Health and Clinic Operations covering understanding shelter medicine\, basic animal health considerations and care\, euthanasia decisions\, and clinic operations.\nMarketing and Development covering development fundamentals\, fundraising strategies\, marketing fundamentals\, adoption promotion\, social media and websites\, and media relations.\n\nEach of these courses include live video conference sessions with top experts in the field providing students valuable contacts within the field. Additionally\, alumni have access to exclusive networking opportunities and receive notification of employment opportunities. \nYou can sign up for individual courses or all five for a discount. All five must be completed to get a certificate. \nWho will benefit from the program? \n\nProfessionals seeking a career change to something more personally fulfilling.\nNew shelter directors.\nShelter directors or managers wishing to improve their organization’s live release rate and sustainability.\nPeople working in the animal welfare field who wish to advance into management roles.\nBoard members of animal shelters.\n\nCredit for program/courses \nUpon completion of all five courses\, you will receive a Certificate in Animal Shelter Management from the University of the Pacific. \nEach course earns: \n\nContinuing Education Units (CEUs) from the University of the Pacific\nAssociation of Animal Welfare Advancement CAWA Continuing Education (CE) credits\n\nSchedule and Registration \nEach of the five online courses are six weeks long and are offered sequentially. The entire program is about seven months long\, and a new round starts again after a short break. More information on start dates of each course and the registration form can be found on the University of the Pacific website.  \n​WEBSITE LINK:  https://uc.pacific.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=21282#courseSectionDetails_2946837
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-certificate-program-starts-9-23-24-animal-shelter-management-certificate-program-leadership-humane-network-uop-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240925
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UID:10005429-1727136000-1727222399@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 9/24/24 – Canine Social Behavior – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis course will help you: \n\nExplain the importance of social relationships between dogs from a scientific perspective\nAccurately interpret body language in dogs and understand how body language is linked to emotional states and communication\nDescribe and understand the stages of puppy development and how development can affect adult behaviors\, including the development of problem behaviors\nRecognize and interpret play and greeting behaviors in dogs\nDescribe the functions of conflict and reconciliation behaviors in dogs\n\nCourse Begins: September 24\, 2024\nDuration: 5 weeks\nInstructor: Camille Ward\, PhD\, CAAB\nCourse type: Instructed Course \n** IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT WEEKLY ONLINE MEETINGS ** \n\nAuditors do not attend online meetings\nMeetings are not recorded\nMeetings take place on Tuesdays at 1:00 pm Eastern (first meeting October 1st)\nMeetings are 1 hour in duration\nThere are 5 meetings for this course\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/canine-social-behavior/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-9-24-24-canine-social-behavior-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241001
DTSTAMP:20260403T121248
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T200211Z
UID:10005436-1727654400-1727740799@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Certificate Program – Starts 9/30/24 – Animal Shelter Behavioral Management Certificate Program – Humane Network/UoP (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:The shelter environment is a very stressful place that affects the psychological well-being of the animals. Comprehensive behavior programs are essential to keep the animals behaviorally and emotionally healthy during their stay. This eight-week course will give you the knowledge and skills to develop an effective behavior program aimed at improving the welfare of the animals in your care. \n09/30/2024 – 11/24/2024  – Now available for registration.  \nWho will benefit from this program? \n\nAnyone currently affiliated with an animal shelter or rescue organization who wants to learn more about animal behavior as it relates to the shelter/foster environment.\nAnyone who wants to improve the emotional wellbeing of the animals in your care.\nAnyone seeking a behavior specialist position with an animal shelter or rescue organization.\n\nWhat You Will Learn \n\nGain knowledge on how to read dog and cat animal body language and signaling\nLearn techniques for safe\, humane handling of the animals\nUnderstand how the shelter environment effects the emotional wellbeing of the animals and how to use stress reduction techniques to improve welfare\nGain knowledge on how to keep the animals physically\, mentally\, and socially stimulated through shelter-wide enrichment programs\nUnderstand the value of effective canine and feline behavior assessments\nObtain the knowledge and skills needed to implement training and behavior modification techniques to improve the behavior and emotional state of the shelter animals\nObtain skills needed to ensure quality customer service for adoption counseling and follow-up.\n\nContinuing Education Units (CEUs): 4.8 CEUs \nCourse Code: UNSM 050 \nCourse Price: $399 \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://uc.pacific.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=2133958
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-certificate-program-starts-9-30-24-animal-shelter-behavioral-management-certificate-program-humane-network-uop-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241022
DTSTAMP:20260403T121248
CREATED:20240701T191328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T200211Z
UID:10005417-1729468800-1729555199@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 10/21/24 – Compassion Fatigue Strategies Plus – University of Florida – Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Today’s animal welfare and veterinary medical professionals are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible for animals\, people\, and the organizations that heal\, connect\, and protect them. If that’s you\, it’s easy to feel like nothing you do is ever good enough. The work feels never-ending. Taking care of your own needs might seem impossible. \nTransforming empathic distress (aka compassion fatigue) is absolutely possible for you and your staff. That’s why the Shelter Medicine Program at the University of Florida is once again offering its Compassion Fatigue Strategies online course with certified compassion fatigue educator Jessica Dolce. \nThis course will help you recognize signs and symptoms of compassion fatigue\, burnout\, and vicarious trauma\, learn how to reduce stress injury\, increase your self-care and team-care practices\, build compassion satisfaction\, restore resiliency\, and make successful changes in your life and in your organization. \nBy the end of class you’ll: \n\nHave 6 strategies to help you do the work you love\, without being sidelined by compassion fatigue and burnout\, so that you can feel energized and happy again\nKnow which self-care and stress management practices work for you\nHave a personal mission statement so that you can feel clear about why you do this work even when it’s challenging\nHave clear and manageable goals\, so that you can make lasting changes in your sleep\, diet\, friendships\, or anything else that really matters to you\nFeel comfortable using super simple meditation practices\, so that you can restore your balance\nClearly understand how and when to get professional mental health help\, without shame\nKnow how to collaborate with your staff and coworkers on these issues so that you can all benefit from what you learned in the course\n\nRegular individual registration is $349 per person through October 21st\, 2024. \nBring the whole team for a 10% discount on groups of 10 or more. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://sheltermedicine.vetmed.ufl.edu/education/continuing-education/compassion-fatigue-strategies/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-10-21-24-compassion-fatigue-strategies-plus-university-of-florida-maddies-shelter-medicine-program-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241206
DTSTAMP:20260403T121248
CREATED:20241118T190842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T011019Z
UID:10005561-1733356800-1733443199@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course - Application deadline 12/5/24 - Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program Winter 2025 Session - UC Davis KSMP Shelter Learniverse
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThrough engaging online courses\, you’ll gain expertise in: \n\nBest practices to reduce animal stress.\nFoundational animal care and medical care to enhance your skills.\nBehavior\, training\, and enrichment for healthier\, happier animals.\nPopulation management to optimize shelter resources.\nDaily care best practices that streamline your workflow and maximize impact.\n\nWhether you’re new to shelter work or a seasoned professional\, this program equips you with the tools\, knowledge\, and recognition to make a greater difference. \nWhy Become Certified? \n\nAdvance your career with professional credentials.\nLearn practical\, actionable skills to improve daily operations.\nGain confidence in providing high-quality care for every animal.\n\nApplications are being accepted for the Winter 2025 session starting 1/6/25! Start learning today and become part of the growing movement to transform animal sheltering.  \nAPPLICATION DEADLINE: 12/5/24. \nCertification is currently free\, #ThanksToMaddie! \nThis program is most relevant for individuals working in public shelters or private shelters with municipal contracts. Enrollment is limited; applicants from these shelter types will be prioritized for this session. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://tinyurl.com/SCS-General
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-application-deadline-12-5-24-shelter-care-specialist-certification-program-winter-2025-session-uc-davis-ksmp-shelter-learniverse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250103
DTSTAMP:20260403T121248
CREATED:20241209T195327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T195327Z
UID:10005688-1735776000-1735862399@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course - 1/2/25 - Aggression and Anxiety Mentorship: A Deep Dive into Complex Behaviors - IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:This eight-week mentorship focuses on some of the most complex\, yet common behavioral problems in dogs that prompt guardians to seek help from behaviorists and consultants. Based on the personal case files of a Certified Animal Behaviorist (CAAB) who has seen 1\,000’s of canine behavioral cases spanning multiple decades\, these common problem areas include: \n\nHuman-directed aggression (both towards strangers and familiar people)\nLeash reactivity and aggression\nFears\, phobias\, and anxieties (including separation anxiety)\nConflict in multi-dog households\nVeterinary visits\, unruly behaviors\, and abnormal repetitive behaviors\n\nYou will gain insight into the ethology and etiology of these conditions through lectures and readings and learn creative ways for addressing these problem behaviors in dogs. \nInstructor: Camille Ward MS\, PhD\, CAAB \nWEBSITE LINK: https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/aggression-and-anxiety-mentorship-a-deep-dive-into-complex-behaviors/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-1-2-25-aggression-and-anxiety-mentorship-a-deep-dive-into-complex-behaviors-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250107
DTSTAMP:20260403T121248
CREATED:20240318T170147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T200234Z
UID:10005112-1736121600-1736207999@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 1/6/25 – The Thinking Animal: Cognition and its Role in Behavior – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:What’s going on in an animal’s head (even when they’ve decided it’s a great idea to stick their head in a wasp’s nest) is a complex\, fascinating\, and vital part of understanding their behavior! \nThis 4-week course will introduce some key questions in animal cognition\, including: \n\nHow do animals understand time?\nDo animals have good short- and long-term memories?\nCan animals comprehend numbers\, logic and other abstract concepts?\nHow can we use animal cognition to make more effective and enjoyable behavior interventions for animals and humans?\n\nYour instructor\, Dr. Kristina Spaulding\, CAAB\, will guide you and your fellow students through exercises and discussions designed to engage and excite you about this ever-growing field of research! \n** IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT ONLINE WEEKLY MEETINGS ** \n\nAuditors do not attend online meetings\nMeetings are not recorded\nMeetings take place on Mondays at 7:00 pm Eastern (first meeting January 13th)\nMeetings are 1 hour in duration\nThere are 4 meetings for this course\n\nCourse Begins: January 6\, 2025\nDuration: 4 weeks\nInstructor: Kristina Spaulding\, PhD\, CAAB \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/the-thinking-dog-cognition-and-its-role-in-behavior/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-1-6-25-the-thinking-animal-cognition-and-its-role-in-behavior-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250107
DTSTAMP:20260403T121249
CREATED:20241021T194530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T203246Z
UID:10005523-1736121600-1736207999@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Certificate Program - Starts 1/6/25 - Animal Shelter Management Certificate Program - Community Program Development - Humane Network/UoP (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Upcoming Community Program Development Course: Involving the community is critical to the success of any animal shelter as few shelters have the resources to meet all of the needs without substantial community involvement. Adoptions\, donations\, and volunteers\, are essential components in life-saving. This course will teach you how to develop all of the necessary community programs that make up a successful\, sustainable no-kill shelter and how they work together. \nPlease note upcoming section runs 1/06/25 – 2/16/25 \n\nAbout the Certificate: \nSociety’s relationship to pets continues to evolve. The majority of people consider their pets to be beloved family members and expect their local animal shelter to work diligently to save the lives of the dogs and cats that enter the facility. This program will provide the knowledge you need to assume a management or leadership role at an open-admission animal shelter. You’ll learn how to maximize a shelter’s lifesaving potential through program management\, community engagement\, and shelter operations while at the same time preparing yourself for an exciting career. \nThe five courses are: \n\nLeadership covering strategic planning\, analyzing operations\, decision-making\, managing people and processes to achieve results\, organizational responsibilities\, and working with a board of directors.\nShelter Operations covering adoptions\, animal care and sheltering fundamentals\, animal behavior and enrichment\, and customer service.\nCommunity Program Development covering volunteers\, foster care\, spay/neuter\, pet retention\, events\, and community relations.\nAnimal Health and Clinic Operations covering understanding shelter medicine\, basic animal health considerations and care\, euthanasia decisions\, and clinic operations.\nMarketing and Development covering development fundamentals\, fundraising strategies\, marketing fundamentals\, adoption promotion\, social media and websites\, and media relations.\n\nEach of these courses include live video conference sessions with top experts in the field providing students valuable contacts within the field. Additionally\, alumni have access to exclusive networking opportunities and receive notification of employment opportunities. \nYou can sign up for individual courses or all five for a discount. All five must be completed to get a certificate. \nWho will benefit from the program? \n\nProfessionals seeking a career change to something more personally fulfilling.\nNew shelter directors.\nShelter directors or managers wishing to improve their organization’s live release rate and sustainability.\nPeople working in the animal welfare field who wish to advance into management roles.\nBoard members of animal shelters.\n\nCredit for program/courses \nUpon completion of all five courses\, you will receive a Certificate in Animal Shelter Management from the University of the Pacific. \nEach course earns: \n\nContinuing Education Units (CEUs) from the University of the Pacific\nAssociation of Animal Welfare Advancement CAWA Continuing Education (CE) credits\n\nSchedule and Registration \nEach of the five online courses are six weeks long and are offered sequentially. The entire program is about seven months long\, and a new round starts again after a short break. More information on start dates of each course and the registration form can be found on the University of the Pacific website.  \n​WEBSITE LINK:  https://uc.pacific.edu/public/category/courseCategoryCertificateProfile.do?method=load&certificateId=192577
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-certificate-program-starts-1-6-25-animal-shelter-management-certificate-program-community-program-development-humane-network-uop-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250107
DTSTAMP:20260403T121249
CREATED:20241118T191046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T192446Z
UID:10005546-1736121600-1736207999@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course - Starts 1/6/25 - Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program - UC Davis KSMP Shelter Learniverse
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to take your career in animal sheltering to the next level? Offered by the Koret Shelter Medicine Program Shelter Learniverse as part of Maddie’s® Million Pet Challenge\, 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. \nThrough engaging online courses\, you’ll gain expertise in: \n\nBest practices to reduce animal stress.\nFoundational animal care and medical care to enhance your skills.\nBehavior\, training\, and enrichment for healthier\, happier animals.\nPopulation management to optimize shelter resources.\nDaily care best practices that streamline your workflow and maximize impact.\n\nWhether you’re new to shelter work or a seasoned professional\, this program equips you with the tools\, knowledge\, and recognition to make a greater difference. \nWhy Become Certified? \n\nAdvance your career with professional credentials.\nLearn practical\, actionable skills to improve daily operations.\nGain confidence in providing high-quality care for every animal.\n\nApplications are being accepted for the Winter 2025 session starting 1/6/25! Start learning today and become part of the growing movement to transform animal sheltering.  \nAPPLICATION DEADLINE: 12/5/24. \nCertification is currently free\, #ThanksToMaddie! \nThis program is most relevant for individuals working in public shelters or private shelters with municipal contracts. Enrollment is limited; applicants from these shelter types will be prioritized for this session. \nThis session has been filled. Learn more about upcoming sessions at https://tinyurl.com/SCS-General
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-1-6-25-shelter-care-specialist-certification-program-uc-davis-ksmp-shelter-learniverse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250114
DTSTAMP:20260403T121249
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UID:10005685-1736726400-1736812799@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 1/13/25 – Professional Dog Training: Science & Application – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Training is simple\, but it’s not easy! There’s canine learning to understand\, practical skills and timing to master\, and of course\, the human part of the equation to consider. Professional Dog Training: Science & Application is a comprehensive 20-week program designed to provide you with the knowledge\, skills\, and confidence needed to succeed as a dog trainer. \nProgram Highlights: \nEach module features lectures and materials packed full of information and designed by a practicing dog training and behavior professional.\nYou won’t just be watching videos – throughout the program you will engage in weekly online meetings\, projects\, assignments\, and topic-based discussions.\nWe learn better together! The program is designed using a community learning model; your active participation contributes to everyone’s educational experience and the success of the program.\nAssessment of your work is iterative; you are always given an opportunity to improve! \nInstructor: Camille Asmer CDBC\, IAABC-ADT\, CBCC-KA\, CPDT-KA \nPresenters include: \nLauren Novack; Renee Hall; Kathrine Christ; Tabitha Kucera; Michelle Mullins; Erin Jones; Dante Camacho; Allie Bender; Emily Strong; Alicia Harantschuk; Jackie Laubacher \nModule topics include: \nPrinciples of Learning Science; Practical Learning Applications; Body Language & Communication; Training & Management Tools; Puppy Fundamentals; Enhancing Animal Welfare & Management Through Enrichment; Husbandry & Cooperative Care Strategies; Client Communication; Client Instruction; Teaching Group Classes; Practical Ethics for Dog Trainers \n**IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT WEEKLY ONLINE MEETINGS** \n\nMeetings are a safe space to ask questions\, share your experiences\, and learn from peers. They are not recorded.\nMeetings take place on Mondays at 5:00pm Eastern Time. The first meeting is January 20th.\nMeetings are 60 minutes in duration\nThere are 20 meetings for this program\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/professional-dog-training-science-application/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-1-13-25-professional-dog-training-science-application-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250114
DTSTAMP:20260403T121249
CREATED:20241202T203829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T203829Z
UID:10005676-1736726400-1736812799@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Certificate Program - Starts 1/13/25 - Community Cats Program Management - Humane Network/UoP (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:This innovative and comprehensive eight-week certificate course is designed to empower participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage community cat programs. Aimed at animal welfare professionals\, veterinary students\, animal control officers\, nonprofit leaders\, and community advocates\, this course combines theory with practical applications to cover all aspects of community cat welfare. Through a blend of online lectures\, interactive discussions\, and real-world assignments\, students will learn how to implement humane and effective strategies for managing community cat populations\, ensuring their health and welfare while engaging positively with the communities they serve. \nModules include: \n\n\n\nIntroduction to Community Cats\nFundamentals of TNR\nCommunity Engagement and Education (AKA “Marketing Module”)\nLegal and Ethical Considerations\nVolunteer Management and Community Involvement\nOngoing Management for Community Cats\nConflict Resolution and Community Relations (AKA “Customer Service Module”)\nFunding and Sustainability\n\n\n\nEnrollment deadline: January 12\, 2025 \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://uc.pacific.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=3508103&selectedProgramAreaId=20924&selectedProgramStreamId=20939
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-certificate-program-starts-1-13-25-community-cats-program-management-humane-network-uop-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250119
DTSTAMP:20260403T121249
CREATED:20241209T194828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T194828Z
UID:10005687-1737158400-1737244799@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course - 1/18/25 - Feline Confident With Pattern Games - IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Pattern games offer animals predictability and focus in our unpredictable world. This course will give you practical ideas and tools to use with your cats and clients to set them up for success in a variety of contexts. This course is designed for cat behavior consultants but will also appeal to pet owners. \nWhat to expect from this course: \n\nCreate training plans using pattern games\nTeach a variety of pattern games\, such as 1-23\, Look At That\, Super Bowls\, and more\nExplore contexts in which the use of each pattern game would be most suitable\nApply pattern games in specific situations\, and learn how and when to adjust your training plan\nConsider best practices for setting your clients up for success\n\nJoin us for this course and develop knowledge and skills to use with all your feline behavior cases. \nCourse Begins: January 18\, 2025\nDuration: 6 weeks\nInstructor: Beth Brown CDBC\, CCBC\, CCUI\, CSAT\, CPDT-KSA\, FFCP \nWEBSITE LINK: https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/feline-confident-with-pattern-games/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-1-18-25-feline-confident-with-pattern-games-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250120
DTSTAMP:20260403T121249
CREATED:20241209T195738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T195738Z
UID:10005689-1737244800-1737331199@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 1/19/25 – Beginning Behavior Consulting Mentorship with Sarah Filipiak – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to behavior consulting or thinking about starting work in behavior? Are you already consulting and looking for advice regarding more advanced cases? Are you looking for help with specific cases or kinds of cases? If you’ve thought about taking on\, or are new to\, cases such as aggression towards strangers\, dog-dog reactivity\, resource guarding and separation anxiety\, or you just want to brush up on your behavior chops\, this mentorship is for you. \nThis mentorship will help you: \n\nUnderstand how to determine and acknowledge your skill level\nExamine the difference between training and behavior modification\nUnderstand the basic principles of behavior modification and how they apply to all situations\nUnderstand how to communicate your expectations and clients’ options prior to accepting more challenging cases\nUnderstand how to write behavior plans clients can follow\nExplore how to motivate clients to implement plans requiring a heavy level of commitment and follow-through\n\nCertified Dog Behavior Consultant Sarah Filipiak will share tips on coaching behavior clients\, including case organization and communication\, for maximum client compliance. She’ll also cover the risks inherent in tackling tricky behaviors and how to keep from getting in over your head while still expanding your training horizons. We’ll also take a look at training hierarchies and other tools that can help you solve your current challenging cases. \nThis program will explore evaluating\, resolving\, and managing problem canine behaviors through guided online discussions\, sample case studies\, video analysis\, useful handouts\, and more. In addition to the ongoing course interaction and support\, you’ll meet weekly for face-to-face live online group support. \nCome prepared with a client behavior case you would like to troubleshoot\, or just join us to listen and learn. \nCourse Begins: January 19\, 2025\nDuration: 8 weeks\nInstructor: Sarah Filipiak CDBC\, BSJ \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/beginning-behavior-consulting-mentorship-with-sarah-filipiak/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-1-19-25-beginning-behavior-consulting-mentorship-with-sarah-filipiak-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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UID:10005556-1737936000-1738022399@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Certificate Program – Starts 1/27/25 – Animal Shelter Behavioral Management Certificate Program – Humane Network/UoP (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:The shelter environment is a very stressful place that affects the psychological well-being of the animals. Comprehensive behavior programs are essential to keep the animals behaviorally and emotionally healthy during their stay. This eight-week course will give you the knowledge and skills to develop an effective behavior program aimed at improving the welfare of the animals in your care. \n01/27/2025 – 3/23/2025 Registration now available. \nWho will benefit from this program? \n\nAnyone currently affiliated with an animal shelter or rescue organization who wants to learn more about animal behavior as it relates to the shelter/foster environment.\nAnyone who wants to improve the emotional wellbeing of the animals in your care.\nAnyone seeking a behavior specialist position with an animal shelter or rescue organization.\n\nWhat You Will Learn \n\nGain knowledge on how to read dog and cat animal body language and signaling\nLearn techniques for safe\, humane handling of the animals\nUnderstand how the shelter environment effects the emotional wellbeing of the animals and how to use stress reduction techniques to improve welfare\nGain knowledge on how to keep the animals physically\, mentally\, and socially stimulated through shelter-wide enrichment programs\nUnderstand the value of effective canine and feline behavior assessments\nObtain the knowledge and skills needed to implement training and behavior modification techniques to improve the behavior and emotional state of the shelter animals\nObtain skills needed to ensure quality customer service for adoption counseling and follow-up.\n\nContinuing Education Units (CEUs): 4.8 CEUs \nCourse Code: UNSM 050 \nCourse Price: $429 \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://uc.pacific.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=2133958
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-certificate-program-starts-1-27-25-animal-shelter-behavioral-management-certificate-program-humane-network-uop-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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UID:10005709-1738540800-1738627199@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course - Application deadline 2/3/25 - Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program Spring 2025 Session - UC Davis KSMP Shelter Learniverse
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThrough engaging online courses\, you’ll gain expertise in: \n\nBest practices to reduce animal stress.\nFoundational animal care and medical care to enhance your skills.\nBehavior\, training\, and enrichment for healthier\, happier animals.\nPopulation management to optimize shelter resources.\nDaily care best practices that streamline your workflow and maximize impact.\n\nWhether you’re new to shelter work or a seasoned professional\, this program equips you with the tools\, knowledge\, and recognition to make a greater difference. \nWhy Become Certified? \n\nAdvance your career with professional credentials.\nLearn practical\, actionable skills to improve daily operations.\nGain confidence in providing high-quality care for every animal.\n\nApplications are being accepted for the Spring 2025 session starting 3/3/25! Start learning today and become part of the growing movement to transform animal sheltering.  \nAPPLICATION DEADLINE: 2/3/25. \nCertification is currently free\, #ThanksToMaddie! \nThis program is most relevant for individuals working in public shelters or private shelters with municipal contracts. Enrollment is limited; applicants from these shelter types will be prioritized for this session. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://tinyurl.com/SCS-General
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-application-deadline-2-3-25-shelter-care-specialist-certification-program-spring-2025-session-uc-davis-ksmp-shelter-learniverse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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UID:10005686-1739145600-1739231999@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 2/10/25 – Creating Desirable Behavior Around Distractions – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Full Students have instructor support in the class Forum to ask any questions you have during the course. \nAuditors have access to course material only. \nMichele demonstrates and explains how to train reliable behaviors around surprises\, temptations\, and all those daily events that present challenges for dogs. Trainers working with companion and sports dogs\, as well as guide dogs\, will benefit from this! \nThis course will help you: \n\nIdentify what environmental cues trigger undesirable behaviors in each individual dog\nCreate an effective training plan\, teaching the dog to choose desirable behavior without human prompting in mild\, and even highly distracting situations\nSuccessfully manage challenging situations for both dog and handler\n\nWEBSITE LINK: https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/creating-desirable-behavior-around-distractions/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-2-10-25-creating-desirable-behavior-around-distractions-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250228T090000
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CREATED:20250224T200159Z
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UID:10005760-1740733200-1740733200@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course Application Period – 2/28/25 to 3/11/25 – Spring 2025 Online Instructor-Led Courses – Maddie’s Fund
DESCRIPTION:Spring 2025 Courses begin the week of March 31\, 2025 \nLooking to implement a new program\, learn more about a specific subject and create positive change for pets and people in your community? Maddie’s Fund® Online Instructor-Led Courses provide an interactive educational opportunity for those who are looking to benefit from the wisdom of established innovative programs. They’re the catalyst you need to take your programs and learning to the next level! All courses are free #ThanksToMaddie! \nThese courses require completion of: \n\nSelf-paced online materials\nZoom classes with your instructor and classmates (The length and number of Zoom classes are course-dependent\, but can range from 4 to 6 classes\, at 60\, 75\, or 90 minutes.)\nFinal project\nCourse Evaluation Survey\n\nClass size is limited and the selection process is competitive. \nTo be eligible\, your organization must be a U.S.-based 501c3 or government animal welfare organization. All Maddie’s University courses are pre-approved for NACA and CAWA CE (continuing education) credits. \nApplication period: February 28 – March 11\, 2025. \nSpring 2025 Course Offerings\n\n\n\nAdoption Counseling\nCat Adoption Team’s Fostering 4 Rock Stars\nFeline Lifesaving: Essential Cat Programs for Shelters\nField Services: Tools & Equipment\nFostering Dogs with Behavior Concerns: Supporting Dogs and People\nLive Better: The Power of You\nHumane Education: Tools & Techniques to Expand Your Reach\nMaddie’s Million Pet Challenge Shelter Consultations\nMarketing Communications 101: The Essentials of Community Connection\nPet Support Services: Culture\, Collaboration\, and Case Management\nShelter Clinic Management\n\nLearn more about each course’s information including course descriptions\, instructors\, class dates and meeting times on Maddie’s University: https://university.maddiesfund.org/online-instructor-led-courses
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-application-period-2-28-25-to-3-11-25-spring-2025-online-instructor-led-courses-maddies-fund/2025-02-28/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250304
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UID:10005710-1740960000-1741046399@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course - Starts 3/3/25 - Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program - UC Davis KSMP Shelter Learniverse
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to take your career in animal sheltering to the next level? Offered by the Koret Shelter Medicine Program Shelter Learniverse as part of Maddie’s® Million Pet Challenge\, 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. \nThrough engaging online courses\, you’ll gain expertise in: \n\nBest practices to reduce animal stress.\nFoundational animal care and medical care to enhance your skills.\nBehavior\, training\, and enrichment for healthier\, happier animals.\nPopulation management to optimize shelter resources.\nDaily care best practices that streamline your workflow and maximize impact.\n\nWhether you’re new to shelter work or a seasoned professional\, this program equips you with the tools\, knowledge\, and recognition to make a greater difference. \nWhy Become Certified? \n\nAdvance your career with professional credentials.\nLearn practical\, actionable skills to improve daily operations.\nGain confidence in providing high-quality care for every animal.\n\nApplications are being accepted for the spring 2025 session starting 3/3/25! Start learning today and become part of the growing movement to transform animal sheltering.  \nAPPLICATION DEADLINE: 2/3/25. \nCertification is currently free\, #ThanksToMaddie! \nThis program is most relevant for individuals working in public shelters or private shelters with municipal contracts. Enrollment is limited; applicants from these shelter types will be prioritized for this session. \nLearn more about upcoming sessions at https://tinyurl.com/SCS-General
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-3-3-25-shelter-care-specialist-certification-program-uc-davis-ksmp-shelter-learniverse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T121249
CREATED:20250224T200159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T200448Z
UID:10005761-1741651200-1741712400@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course Application Period – 2/28/25 to 3/11/25 – Spring 2025 Online Instructor-Led Courses – Maddie’s Fund
DESCRIPTION:Spring 2025 Courses begin the week of March 31\, 2025 \nLooking to implement a new program\, learn more about a specific subject and create positive change for pets and people in your community? Maddie’s Fund® Online Instructor-Led Courses provide an interactive educational opportunity for those who are looking to benefit from the wisdom of established innovative programs. They’re the catalyst you need to take your programs and learning to the next level! All courses are free #ThanksToMaddie! \nThese courses require completion of: \n\nSelf-paced online materials\nZoom classes with your instructor and classmates (The length and number of Zoom classes are course-dependent\, but can range from 4 to 6 classes\, at 60\, 75\, or 90 minutes.)\nFinal project\nCourse Evaluation Survey\n\nClass size is limited and the selection process is competitive. \nTo be eligible\, your organization must be a U.S.-based 501c3 or government animal welfare organization. All Maddie’s University courses are pre-approved for NACA and CAWA CE (continuing education) credits. \nApplication period: February 28 – March 11\, 2025. \nSpring 2025 Course Offerings\n\n\n\nAdoption Counseling\nCat Adoption Team’s Fostering 4 Rock Stars\nFeline Lifesaving: Essential Cat Programs for Shelters\nField Services: Tools & Equipment\nFostering Dogs with Behavior Concerns: Supporting Dogs and People\nLive Better: The Power of You\nHumane Education: Tools & Techniques to Expand Your Reach\nMaddie’s Million Pet Challenge Shelter Consultations\nMarketing Communications 101: The Essentials of Community Connection\nPet Support Services: Culture\, Collaboration\, and Case Management\nShelter Clinic Management\n\nLearn more about each course’s information including course descriptions\, instructors\, class dates and meeting times on Maddie’s University: https://university.maddiesfund.org/online-instructor-led-courses
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-application-period-2-28-25-to-3-11-25-spring-2025-online-instructor-led-courses-maddies-fund/2025-03-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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