Shelter Learniverse

Online Event - 1/22/23 - FREE LIVE ONLINE DISCUSSION - Talking About Behavioral Euthanasia - Shelter Behavior Hub
2023-01-22 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Having critical conversations with clients about behavioral euthanasia is an essential skill for training professionals. Join us to learn more about our “Talking To Clients” course and how to approach the difficult conversation.
Joining us for this chat is Trish McMillan, MSC, CPDT-KA, Sue Alexander CPDT-KSA, CBCC-KA, CDBC, and Miranda Hitchcock, CDBC, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA.
Pre-Registration is required.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1016725172067/WN_jIRaN1k9Sqy-6ybLblpY9g

Virtual Seminar - Thursdays in June - Shelter Behavior with Kelley Bollen - CalAnimals (open to non-members also)
2023-01-26 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-02-02 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-02-09 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-02-16 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-02-23 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-03-02 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-03-09 11:00 - 12:30
This 4 session VIRTUAL workshop designed for all levels of shelter staff will cover advice to resolve common dog and cat behavior problems to prevent surrender, a behavior perspective on intake and adoptions, canine behavior evaluations and decisions-making, and behavior modification in the shelter.
Each session is 90 minutes, from 11am to 12:30pm Pacific Time every Thursday in June, beginning June 4th.
The topics are:

Advice to Resolve Common Behavior Problems in Dogs and Cats to Prevent Surrender – June 4th

Intake and Adoptions – A Behavior Perspective – June 11th

Canine Behavior Evaluations and Disposition Decision Making – June 18th

Behavior Modification in the Shelter – June 25th

Tuition for entire series:
$40 Staff & Volunteers of CalAnimals Member Organizations – Remember to sign into the Member Portal to receive member discount.
$55 non-members
Complete your registration today. You will be automatically enrolled in ALL 4 sessions. A unique code and password will be emailed to you. The link may not be shared.

6/4/2020 to 6/25/2020

When:
All Thursdays in June
11am-12:30pm

Where:
VIRTUAL – 4 ZOOM WEBINARS

Presenter:
Kelley Bollen, MS, CABC

Contact:
Kathy Anderson
Kathy@CalAnimals.org

REGISTER HERE: https://calanimals.site-ym.com/event/KelleyBollenWorkshopJune

Online Event – 2/2/23 – Live from the Ranch with Melissa Millett and Michele Pouliot – Karen Pryor Academy
2023-02-02 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Learn how to train working dogs with positive reinforcement, deal with distractions, and the importance of training generalization on the next Live from The Ranch broadcast. Join Ken Ramirez, KPCT’s Chief Training Officer, Melissa Millett, an advanced trick trainer in film and TV, and Michele Pouliot, a pioneer in guide dog clicker training and Canine Musical Freestyle champion, for this free virtual event with real-time training demos, audience Q&A, and more!
Tune in live on YouTube on Thursday, February 2, at 1:00 pm (PT).
WEBSITE LINK: https://theranch.clickertraining.com/live/

Online Event - 2/2/23 - The H in HASS: Q&A - HASS
2023-02-02 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
When people experience a crisis, it often leads to being separated from the pets they love. The Human Animal Support Services project is a collective of animal welfare organizations working to create a system to better support pets and their people. In this live webinar, HASS leaders will continue the discussion of human services, animal services, and, overall, the “H” in HASS. Dr. Ellen Jefferson, President and CEO of Austin Pets Alive!; Vincent Medley, Maddie’s® Director of Human Animal Support Services; Diaz Dixon, Maddie’s® Advisor for External Affairs and Partnerships for the HASS project; and Alexis Telfair-Garcia, Social Work Program Development Manager at Austin Pets Alive!, will answer your questions about why and how human and pet support services can work together to better support people and pets on Thursday, February 2. Please submit your questions ahead of time to webinars@americanpetsalive.org.
WEBSITE LINK: http://bit.ly/3wvTCWM

Online Event - 2/8/23 - CARE Black History Month Series: What is Community Wisdom in Human and Animal Well-Being? - CARE
2023-02-08 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Join Johnny Jenkins as he speaks to community leaders about their lived experiences, animal well-being, and social justice issues impacting their communities. The speakers will share the knowledge and wisdom that exist within their Black communities to survive the perpetual oppression of structural power and stratified privilege. You will learn about the wisdom with the problem solving skills as proximate leaders to showcase their resilience and self-determination.
PANEL: Chef Kurt Evans, Dr. Azalia Boyd, Sassee and Tim Freeman
CARE is hosting our 3rd annual American Black History Month Series. This speaker series aims to raise $250,000 towards African American Veterinary Scholarships for students at Tuskegee’s College of Veterinary Medicine.
American Black History Month: Dark Shadows are Evidence of our Ascent.
CARE is telling the stories of suffrage and pain. While the dark shadows were meant to destroy black people, the fact that we can tell our own narratives, is evidence that we have risen.
You must register ahead of the event to receive your registration link. Please click on the link to sign up. While registration is FREE, we are asking everyone to contribute towards our Dr. Jodie G Blackwell Black Veterinary Scholarship fund. Donate Here.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvceyvqTgsHNaHzHjvMPNhuyVy7RxaLdE6?mibextid=l066kq

Online Event - 2/15/23 - CARE Black History Month Series - Affrilachian: Advocacy through Law and Literature - CARE
2023-02-15 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Akisha Townsend Eaton and her Sister, Jacinda Townsend, talk about how their Kentucky roots influenced both of their trajectories. They will speak on their reactions to the death of Tyre Nichols in the context of Spike Lee’s Do the Right Thing, Jacinda’s multiple published books, and systemic racism in animal advocacy. And hear how Jacinda’s advocacy for her pet rabbit inspired Akisha’s interest in the field.
Panel: Akisha Townsend Eaton, Jacinda Townsend
Bio: Jacinda Townsend is currently the Helen Zell Visiting Professor in Fiction at the Unviersity of Michigan. She is also the author of Mother Country (Graywolf, 2022), winner of the 2022 Ernest Gaines Award for Literary Excellence, and Saint Monkey (Norton, 2014), which won the Janet Heidinger Kafka Prize and the James Fenimore Cooper Prize. Please visit www.jacinda-townsend.com for more details.
About this series:
Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE) is hosting our 3rd annual American Black History Month Series. This speaker series aims to raise $250,000 towards African American Veterinary Scholarships for students at Tuskegee’s College of Veterinary Medicine.
You must register ahead of the event to receive your registration link. While registration is FREE, we are asking everyone to contribute towards our Dr. Jodie G Blackwell Black Veterinary Scholarship fund.
Donate Here: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LCQU48XS8TH4N
American Black History Month: The Dark shadows of American History were meant to suppress Black people. But, we have ascended and now rise to tell our own Stories. The shadows remain, but they also serve to illustrate our collective resilience.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtcuigqDwpGNHviIgOyrINqH6q8NQ_RboK

Online Event - 2/22/23 - CARE Black History Month Series: The Hidden Influence of African Art on American Art and Culture - CARE
2023-02-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
James Evans will discuss the hidden influence of Black Arts, including visual, vocal and dance. The finale will feature a guest performance from celebrated soprano Adia Evans.
Panelists: Ernest Shaw, Adia Evans
About this series:
Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE) is hosting our 3rd annual American Black History Month Series. This speaker series aims to raise $250,000 towards African American Veterinary Scholarships for students at Tuskegee’s College of Veterinary Medicine.
You must register ahead of the event to receive your registration link. While registration is FREE, we are asking everyone to contribute towards our Dr. Jodie G Blackwell Black Veterinary Scholarship fund.
Donate Here: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LCQU48XS8TH4N
American Black History Month: The Dark shadows of American History were meant to suppress Black people. But, we have ascended and now rise to tell our own Stories. The shadows remain, but they also serve to illustrate our collective resilience.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwpc-CgpjgoG9Eai8SVsfL1TVTFQ29U9j7d

Online Event – 3/2/23 – Live from the Ranch with Emma Parsons – Karen Pryor Academy
2023-03-02 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Tune into the next episode of Live from The Ranch to learn the ground-breaking Click to Calm method, tools, and techniques that award-winning author and behavior specialist Emma Parsons has used to help hundreds of her clients and their dogs. Join Ken Ramirez and Emma Parsons for this free virtual event with real-time training demos, audience Q&A, and more!
WEBSITE LINK: https://theranch.clickertraining.com/live/#next

Online Event - 3/14/23 - Spring 2023 Shelter Summit and Fast Tracks - Maddie's® Million Pet Challenge
2023-03-14 09:00 - 12:30 | Virtual
There’s a new, different, better experience coming to the Maddie’s® Million Pet Challenge Learniverse, and it’s designed with your feedback, your busy schedules, and your big goals in mind. The Spring 2023 Shelter Summit and Fast Tracks will give you the opportunity to learn by doing, create the change you want to see, and go further together with your colleagues and the support of expert coaches.
Sometimes positive change happens in leaps, and sometimes it happens in strategic steps. The Spring 2023 Shelter Summit on March 14, 2023, will help you identify opportunities for both, no matter your shelter size or budget. Gather with expert coaches and peers in a half-day Shelter Summit to explore topics that meet your most urgent challenges and get a bird’s-eye view of where your shelter could go next.
Register for the Summit now to maximize your resources and set yourself and your shelter up to thrive during kitten season and beyond. The Shelter Summit will be recorded in case you can’t attend live and has been pre-approved for CAWA and NACA CE credit; RACE approval is pending.
Ready to make change happen? After the Summit, choose one or more Fast Tracks and start doing—with support!
Sprint from idea to implementation and ongoing improvement in eight weeks by connecting with coaches and fellow participants in four live sessions alternating with four optional office hours. Fast Track participation is open to everyone, no application needed.
Go from participant to pace-setter: Apply to run with an exclusive Track Pack.
Unlock dedicated coaching sessions and get the extra accountability, motivation, and inspiration you need to get the impact you want. Stay on track by advancing within a tight-knit group of shelters, working side-by-side with coaches to achieve your goals. Plus, we’ll spotlight your work so other track participants can learn from your challenges and successes along the way. You’ll cheer each other on, exchange experiences and ideas to turn setbacks into solutions, and measure progress together.
Track Pack spots are limited and participants will be selected using an application process; apply now! Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with a final deadline of March 31.
#ThankstoMaddie, participation in the Shelter Summit and Fast Tracks is absolutely free and everyone is welcome!
REGISTER NOW
WEBSITE LINK: http://www.sheltersummit.com

Online Event - 3/28/23 - PPG Shelter & Rescue Divisional Meetup -Shelter Cats and Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy - PPG
2023-03-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Your Host – The PPG Shelter & Rescue Division
A casual presentation with live group chat and Q&A.
Informal, Fun & Educational Just For PPG Members
Location: Login to Zoom directly or watch this event live-streamed in the PPG Member Group on Facebook
Host: K Holden Svirsky
Guest: Zazie Todd
Title: Shelter Cats and Purr: The Science of Making Your Cat Happy.
Recorded: Yes this event is recorded and will be available in the PPG member area. It will also be live-streamed into the PPG member Group on Facebook
WEBSITE LINK: https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5114073

Online Event – 4/6/23 – Live from the Ranch with Laura Monaco Torelli – Karen Pryor Academy
2023-04-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Tune into the next episode of Live from The Ranch to learn more about cooperative care with Laura Monaco Torelli. Join Ken Ramirez and Laura Monaco Torelli for this free virtual event with real time training demos, audience Q&A, and more!
WEBSITE LINK: https://theranch.clickertraining.com/live/#next

Online Event – 4/8/23 – Online Behavior Day – Community Cats Podcast (fee applies)
2023-04-08 07:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Join Community Cats Podcast on Saturday, April 8, 2023 for Online Behavior Day featuring:

Pam Johnson-Bennett, cat behavior consultant and author
Dr. Rachel Geller, animal behaviorist *Tabitha Kucera CCBC, KPA-CTP, and Fear-Free and Low-Stress Handling Certified Registered Veterinary Technician
Arden Moore, pet health and safety coach and Fear-Free Certified professional speaker

The team will offer a variety of workshops on common cat behavior issues and concerns, from vet visits and enrichment to litter box and multi-cat household issues, and how to set up a behavior program at your rescue or shelter.
You’ll not only learn about new concepts and tools you can incorporate into your home or rescue organization to address behavioral issues but there will also be fun cat trivia and prizes to enhance your experience, as well as chances to network with other professionals and volunteers in the animal welfare sphere.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/2023-online-behavior-day/

Online Event - 4/11/23 - The Roundtable: Dog Breeds: Implications for Behavior, Adopter Expectations & Legislation - The AAWA
2023-04-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Researchers at University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School studied the relationship between dog breed and behavior. Using their research as a kickoff point, a panel of experts will discuss the realities of identifying dog breeds, the expectations these IDs cause shelter staff and adopters to have, and implications for behavior, training, and legislation.
This discussion was originally conducted at The Fall Conference for Animal Welfare Advancement (2022) and the roundtable will continue the exploration of dog breed IDs.
The Roundtable Panel will be moderated by Marianne Luft, ASPCA:

Brittany Benesi, ASPCA
April Huntsman, CAWA, Adopt-a-Pet
Janis Bradley, National Canine Research Council
Kathleen Morrill, University of Massachusetts Medical School

WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/RT-04-11-23

Online Event - 4/18/23 - The Roundtable: Ukraine Update with Greater Good Charities - The AAWA
2023-04-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
War has been devastating Ukraine for more than a year. Greater Good Charities has been on the ground in Europe this whole time, providing assistance to humanitarian and animal welfare partners. Join a moderated discussion with Greater Good Charities’ staff, to learn about what they’ve been doing to assist Ukrainians, refugees, and their pets. They will also explain their plans moving into Year Two.
Panelists:

Denise Bash, VP of Pet Programs, Disaster Response
Noah Horton, Chief Operating Officer
John Peaveler, Director of Field Operations, Pet Programs (Good Fix)

WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/4-18-23

Online Event - 5/2/23 - Your PPG Shelter & Rescue Divisional Meetup - SFACC FETCH: Helping Long-term Shelter Dogs Thrive via Consistency and Enrichment - PPG
2023-05-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Location: Login to Zoom directly or watch this event live-streamed in the PPG Member Group on Facebook
Hosts: K Holden Svirsky & LT
Guest: Pauline Le and Jessica McEntee
A casual presentation with live group chat and Q&A. Informal, Fun & Educational Just For PPG Members
Location: Login to Zoom directly or watch this event live-streamed in the PPG Member Group on Facebook
Recorded: Yes, this event is recorded and will be available in the PPG member Group on Facebook.
WEBSITE LINK: https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5216805

Online Event – 5/4/23 – Live from the Ranch with Amber Quann – Karen Pryor Academy
2023-05-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Do you dream of dining out with your canine companion? Tune into the next episode of Live from The Ranch to learn about brewery and cafe manners for you and your dog with guest Amber Quann and Ken Ramirez, KPCT’s Chief Training Officer. Enjoy this free virtual event with real-time training demos, audience Q&A, and more!
WEBSITE LINK: https://theranch.clickertraining.com/live/#next

Online Event - 5/15/23 - Office Hours: Ask a Dog Trainer with Jen Biglan, KPA CTP - My Dog Is My Home
2023-05-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Office Hours give you an opportunity to ask questions and troubleshoot issues with an expert on a specific topic. Any dog training or behavior questions may be brought to this office hours session, and the intention is to help you workshop your concern as they relate to policies, procedures, and practices at your own emergency shelter or housing sites.
WEBSITE LINK: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfE2bXZBUqyaV2_zIwgmqO9fjue84IbLqMa__LOU2_mFmb1yA/viewform

Online Event - 5/16/23 - ASV Shelter Guidelines Re-Boot Camp - Association of Shelter Veterinarians
2023-05-16 09:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
In 2010 the Association of Shelter Veterinarians (ASV) published the first Guidelines for Standards of Care in Animal Shelters which quickly became the gold standard in how to care for animals shelters and foster homes alike and in December 2022 the revised “Guidelines” were introduced. The Guidelines is understandably a comprehensive and lengthy document, yet many who can get value from it don’t have the time to read it in it entirety.
The ASV Shelter Guidelines Re-Boot Camp is a half day seminar geared to all workers in a foster based rescue or shelter to help make incorporating the Guidelines attainable for more organizations.
WEBSITE LINK: https://whova.com/portal/registration/asgs_202303/

Online Event - 6/6/23 - The Roundtable: Bottlenecks in Sheltering - Can Deferring Spay/Neuter Save More Lives? - The AAWA
2023-06-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
The Association’s Roundtable series features leaders discussing emerging and critical issues in animal welfare.
Does your organization require spay/neuter for all animals prior to adoption? A panel of leaders will discuss how deferring spay/neuter surgeries until post adoption can alleviate crowding in shelters and save more lives. Discussion topics will include:
• How this program shift impacts shelter operations and outcomes for pets
• How to get staff, volunteer, and board buy-in on this lifesaving tactic
• Why PetSmart Charities is removing the spay/neuter requirement for in-store adoptable animals under 6-months
Join this roundtable to learn why your organization might consider deferring spay/neuter to post adoption as a lifesaving solution for burdened shelter populations.
The Roundtable Panel:

Rory Adams, Senior Manager, Adoption Initiatives, PetSmart Charities
Julie Levy, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, DABVP, Fran Marino Distinguished Professor of Shelter Medicine Education at the University of Florida
Heidi Marston, Director, Pet Placement Initiatives, PetSmart Charities
Art Muñoz, Director of Animal Services, City of Garland, Texas

Moderated by Jim Tedford, CAWA, President & CEO, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement
This roundtable has been approved for 1 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit.
WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/RT-snbottlenecks

Online Event - 6/8/23 - VCPR and other Telemedicine Legislative Updates - The Bridge Club
2023-06-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
VCPRs and Telemedicine have beome a divisive topic in Veterinary Medicine. The decision on what a practice can do, lies in the hands of legislators. Join us for the latest updates and what the changes mean moving forward.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.thebridgeclub.com/events/vcpr-and-other-telemedicine-legislative-updates

Online Event - 6/16/23 - Juneteenth Summit: Care Package - BlackDVM Network
2023-06-16 08:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
The second of our new quarterly summits, this Summit brings Care Package vibes and reminds us of how we can take care of ourselves! This is a celebration of Black excellence, with discussions around navigating the first 3 years as a veterinary professional. Open to the public! Free for members.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.blackdvmnetwork.com/event-details/juneteenth-summit-care-package

Online Event - 6/30/23 - Emerging Leaders Cohort Final Presentations - CalAnimals
2023-06-30 12:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
We are pleased to announce that this year’s Emerging Leaders cohort will be giving their final presentations on Friday, June 30th.
Please join us for the live webinar to check out what they’ve learned. The session will run from 12:00 to 3:00pm. If you can’t attend the whole thing, feel free to pop in! We’d love to have you.
Thinking about applying for next year’s program? This is a great way to get a sampling of the content that is covered.
A big, giant, huge THANK YOU to Maddie’s Fund, Michelson Found Animals, and Wallis Annenberg PetSpace for generously sponsoring this program.
This program is free for all participants!
June 30th, 2023
Emerging Leaders Final Presentation
12:00 – 3:00pm
Register here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qXbmJEYPTH2L_bOGkoj8Jg
Schedule of Events
12:00 to 12:10pm – Introductions and Welcome
12:10 to 12:35pm – “Preparing for Your Next Role”
12:35pm to 1:00pm – “Building and Maintaining an Effective Team: Workplace Culture, Staff Development”
1:00pm to 1:25pm – “Fundraising and Financial Management”
1:25pm-1:35pm – 10 minute break
1:35pm to 2:00pm – “Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) and Cultural Humility ”
2:00pm to 2:25pm – “Leading Change and Navigating Challenges
2:25pm to 2:50pm – “ Nonprofit vs. Government Shelters: Structure, Differences, Tips for Success, Working with Boards
2:50pm to 3:00pm – Final Comments and Wrap Up
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qXbmJEYPTH2L_bOGkoj8Jg

Online Event - 7/10/23 - YouTube LIVE: Vaccinology 101 - VETGirl
2023-07-10 10:00 - 10:30 | Virtual
The ABC’s of VAC’s!
In this complimentary, 30-minute VETgirl–Merck Animal Health YouTube LIVE event, Christopher Lee, DVM, MPH, DACVPM will review vaccine and immunology basics and the importance of vaccine handling. Improper storage or handling of vaccines could increase reactivity and/or decrease the vaccine’s safety. Tune in to understand the reasoning behind vaccine protocols that help promote the safety and efficacy of this life-saving prophylaxis!
Thanks to sponsorship from Merck Animal Health, this webinar is FREE to all! (Remember: you must be logged in as a free Basic, ELITE Trial or ELITE member to register for the live event)
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/july-10-2023-youtube-live-vaccinology-101/

Online Event - 7/13/23 - YouTube LIVE: Pancreatitis in Dogs: New Insights and Impacts on Clinical Practice - VETGirl
2023-07-13 09:30 - 10:00 | Virtual
Pancreatitis?
In this complimentary, 30-minute VETgirl–CEVA Animal Health YouTube LIVE event, Dr. Harry Cridge, MVB, MS, PG Cert Vet Ed, DACVIM (SAIM), DECVIM-CA, FHEA, MRCVS reviews the latest insights on pancreatitis in dogs. What has changed in our understanding of the etiology of pancreatitis, and how can we use this information to target treatments in this challenging disease? Tune in for treatment updates including what is PANOQUELL®-CA1 (fuzapladib sodium for injection) and how do we use it?
Thanks to sponsorship from Ceva Animal Health, this webinar is FREE to all! (Remember: you must be logged in as a free Basic, ELITE Trial or ELITE member to register for the live event)
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/july-13-2023-youtube-live-pancreatitis-in-dogs-new-insights-and-impacts-on-clinical-practice/
