Shelter Learniverse

Online Event - Fridays - Maddie's Instructor Summit - AmPa!
2020-06-19 13:00 - 14:00, 2020-06-26 13:00 - 14:00, 2020-07-03 13:00 - 14:00, 2020-07-10 13:00 - 14:00, 2020-07-17 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
The AmPA! weekly Maddie’s Instructor Summit offers shelters and rescues a chance to talk through the most current animal sheltering challenges! Topics will change each week.
You’ll join Dr. Ellen Jefferson and the instructors from Maddie’s Lifesaving Academy, as well as other industry leaders, but, more importantly, you’ll be able to engage face to face (digitally!) with people like you. Because not feeling alone makes this work a lot easier.
Click this link to join at 3pm CT: https://bit.ly/3cjHM5I
WEBSITE LINK: Facebook Page With Info – Click Here

Online Event - 6/20/20 - Inter-Dog Play Overview - SPA Workshop Session 3 - Shelter Playgroup Alliance
2020-06-20 10:00 - 14:00
Shelter Playgroup Alliance is offering a series of 4 virtual events in the month of June. Attendance is free but is limited to 500 people per session. SPA invites shelter staff and volunteers to attend these sessions. Each session is 10 AM to 2 PM Pacific. Register in advance for each webinar.
Here’s the breakdown of the days:
Day 1 (June 13): Enrichment overview and how dog playgroups fit into a larger enrichment program
Day 2 (June 14): Inter-canine communication
Day 3 (June 20): Interdog play overview
Day 4 (June 21): Managing Inter-dog play the LIMA way
SPA Workshop Session 1: Enrichment Program Development: How playgroups fit
When: Jun 13, 2020 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Description: This is the first of a four-part workshop series on the implementation of inter-dog playgroups in shelters. During this first session we will review the components of a shelter enrichment program and discuss how inter-dog playgroups play a role.
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8RsF4ymlTWCqN7H1Cixmew
SPA Workshop Session 2: Inter-canine communication
When: Jun 14, 2020 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Description: This is the second of a four-part workshop series on the implementation of inter-dog playgroups in shelters. During this second session we will take a dive into inter-canine communication signals that serve as a foundation for the management of dog playgroup.
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_whLWSE63QqaW-mvr_APRTQ
SPA Workshop Session 3: Inter-dog play overview
When: Jun 20, 2020 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Description: This is the third of a four-part workshop series on the implementation of inter-dog playgroups in shelters. During this third session we will discuss appropriate inter-dog play.
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PKACtFrdRBWSGNHwe7TaIw
SPA Workshop Session 4: Managing Inter-dog play the LIMA way
When: Jun 21, 2020 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Description: This is the fourth of a four-part workshop series on the implementation of inter-dog playgroups in shelters. During this fourth session we will discuss how to manage playgroups using the LIMA ethical standard.
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_k5HCQYAxSY2SjZ93dkOLig
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Webinar Speaker
Mara Velez (Executive Director @Shelter Playgroup Alliance)
Mara Velez, MA, CPDT-KA, is the Executive Director of the Shelter Playgroup Alliance and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. Formerly a behavior and training consultant at Contra Costa Animal Services where she collaboratively designed, developed, and implemented behavior program structures, including a robust volunteer training program, revised behavior evaluation, canine enrichment and playgroup guidelines. Mara holds both a bachelors and master’s degree in psychology and completed all of the course work for a doctorate in education.

Online Event - 6/21/20 - Managing Inter-dog play the LIMA (least intrusive, minimally aversive) way - SPA Workshop Session 4 - Shelter Playgroup Alliance
2020-06-21 10:00 - 14:00

VIN Rounds - 6/23/20 - Management of Respiratory Disease - Scott Weese, DVM - VIN
2020-06-23 09:00 - 10:00
In this rounds…

CIRDC, pneumonia and feline URTD
Case based discussion
Practical tips for students and new graduates

About the session

Register for this session here.

Online Event - 6/25/20 - Pet Tutor Remote Reinforcement for Animal Training - Pet Tutor
2020-06-25 09:00 - 14:00
BEGIN 12:00 NOON EST to 5 PM EST (Pacific Time 9 AM to 2 PM)

12:00 – 12:50 Overview: Why Pet Tutor? Applications and Unique Features
… reliable and flexible training features (no jamming, silent operation, battery & wall power, wide range of mounting options, dishwasher safe!)
… training and behavior applications
… short Q&A session
… much, much more!

10 minute break

1:00 – 1:50 Cooperative Care – Training for Grooming and Vet Care, Deborah Jones, Ph.D.
… learn how you can use Pet Tutor for grooming and vet care
… special guest: Deborah Jones and her new book Cooperative Care: Seven Steps to Stress-Free Husbandry
… short Q&A session

10 minute break

2:00 – 2:50 Crate Training and Enrichment Games
… new versatile crate mount: travel crates, cargo crates, wire crates, you name it!
… tips and tricks for crate training
… games and enrichment activities: snuffle mats, wobblers, etc.
… short Q&A session

3:00 – 3:50 Dog Sport, Susan Garrett
… special guest: Susan Garrett, Pet Tutor in dog sport

10 minute break

4:00 – 5:00 Leveraging Pet Tutor and KLIMB Together, Jamie Popper Blue-9
… special guest: Jamie Popper, all about the KLIMB Table and Pet Tutor
… off switch training
… grooming and start button behaviors
… doorbell behavior with visitors coming in the door

END 5:00 PM EST

*Subject to change slightly, check back on the morning of June 25th for the FINAL schedule.
**All event scheduled times are in Eastern Standard Time
FACEBOOK EVENT LINK: Click Here
MEETING ZOOM LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89452232302

Virtual Seminar - Thursdays in June - Shelter Behavior with Kelley Bollen - CalAnimals (open to non-members also)
2020-06-25 11:00 - 12:30, 2020-07-02 11:00 - 12:30, 2020-07-09 11:00 - 12:30, 2020-07-16 11:00 - 12:30, 2020-07-23 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 - 6/25/20 - Foster Party Celebration - PetCo Foundation
2020-06-25 13:00 - 14:00
You’re invited! Tune in to Petco Foundation’s Foster Party on Thursday, June 25 at 3 PM CST to celebrate fosters across the country and play virtual party games for a chance to win prizes from Petco Foundation + BOBS from Skechers.
Immediately following the Foster Party, stay tuned for the premiere of Shelter Me TV’s newest episode about fostering during the Covid-19 pandemic.
REGISTER NOW

Online Event - 6/25/20 - Best Friends 2019 National Dataset - Town Hall - Best Friends
2020-06-25 15:00 - 16:00
Best Friends 2019 National Dataset- Join us for a deep dive into our brand-new national dataset to learn about our collective lifesaving progress towards No-Kill 2025.
Register: Thursday, June 25 at 6:00 PM Eastern Time
Moderator:
Brent Toellner, Senior Director of National Programs
Panelists:
Vicki Kilmer, Director of Business Intelligence and Strategy
Teresa Salamone, Senior Manager of Business Intelligence and Strategy
WEBSITE LINK: https://network.bestfriends.org/covid-19/upcoming-virtual-events

Live Q&A - 6/25/20 - Cyberbullying - Viticus Group Animal Health
2020-06-25 18:00 - 19:00
Hi, join us this Thursday night for a Facebook Live Q&A on an issue that continues to be a sore spot for many veterinary professionals: cyberbullying. The stress level of our clients, our team members, and ourselves might be at an all-time high right now, and unfortunately people can feel pretty brazen about what they write online.
As a veterinary professional, how do you deal with an attack against your character by email, social media, or negative online review? Our panel will share with us their thoughts on how to protect our practices, our team members, and our own mental health. Don’t miss this in-depth discussion hosted by Dr. Natalie Marks, 6/25 at 9p EST (6p PST)
Like us on Facebook now to get notified when our live panel discussion starts.
FACEBOOK PAGE LINK: https://www.facebook.com/ViticusGroupAnimalHealth

Online Event - Wednesdays - Maddie's Instructor Summit - AmPa!
2020-06-26 13:00 - 14:00, 2020-07-03 13:00 - 14:00, 2020-07-10 13:00 - 14:00, 2020-07-17 13:00 - 14:00

Webinar - 7/1/20 - Keep Your Good Going: The Changing Landscape and Your Nonprofit - Network for Good
2020-07-01 09:30 - 13:30
Want to know what the future holds for your nonprofit? We don’t have a crystal ball, but we do have the next best thing – join our upcoming day-long Virtual Conference to learn how to stay ahead in these changing times.

You’ll hear from nonprofit thought leaders and experts who have the scoop on how to keep your good going in the face of adversity.

We’ll cover:

Our new 2020 Small Nonprofit Benchmark Study (and how you can use those insights to continue your growth)
How to create a robust virtual culture at your nonprofit
How to foster diversity and inclusion within your organization
What’s next for fundraising
And lots more!

If you’re unable to attend the entire conference, simply register and we’ll send you the materials afterwards!

Session Schedule:

11:30 – 12:00 pm ET: What’s Next for Fundraising?

Kimberly O’Donnell, Lead Fundraising Coach and Peter Hart, Product Manager, Network for Good

12:00 – 1:00 pm ET: The Small Nonprofit Benchmark Study: 5 Insights Into How Small Nonprofits are Raising Money
Brady Josephson, Managing Director, NextAfter Institute

Network for Good and the NextAfter Institute surveyed over 1,200 fundraisers and marketers about their fundraising and analyzed giving data from more than 2,800 nonprofits. We wanted to understand how small nonprofits are fundraising (with a focus online), where they can improve, and how they can grow their fundraising revenue. You’ll learn how your small nonprofit compares to others, ideas to better focus your fundraising efforts, and some simple tips to optimize your online fundraising.

1:00 – 2:00 pm ET: Fundraising Through Fear and Uncertainty
Rachel Muir, CFRE, Nonprofit Consultant, Trainer and Speaker

Let’s be honest: fundraising takes a truckload of guts on a good day. If you’re at a loss for how to communicate with donors in this crisis, this webinar is dedicated to helping you navigate fundraising turbulent times with winning communication strategies and examples.

2:00 – 3:00 pm ET: Creating an Effective Virtual Workplace Culture
Beth Kanter, Master Trainer, Speaker, and Author

Meico Marquette Whitlock, Founder and CEO, Mindful Techie

How do you encourage employee engagement, trust, and balance when the lines between work and personal life are blurred? During this webinar you will learn the best practices for effective collaboration and communication. These are essential skills for advancing your organization’s mission during a global crisis and helping your organization adapt and thrive. Learn practical strategies for boosting team morale, engagement, and well-being in the virtual workplace.

3:00 – 4:00 pm ET: Integrating Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity into Your Board Culture
Jim Taylor, Vice President of Leadership Initiatives, BoardSource

So many boards are interested in becoming more focused on diversity, inclusion, and equity, but aren’t sure where to begin. In this session, you will hear why this work is so important to the mission of nonprofits, current national data on nonprofit board diversity, and steps your board can take to make progress on these issues.

4:00 – 4:30 pm ET: Title TBD

Kimberly O’Donnell, Lead Fundraising Coach and Peter Hart, Product Manager, Network for Good

WEBSITE LINK: https://learn.networkforgood.com/20200701-virtual-conference-changing-landscape.html

Webinar - 7/8/20 - TechSoup Talks: Nonprofit Fundraising in the Age of Uncertainty - TechSoup
2020-07-08 10:00 - 11:00
In our next TechSoup Talks live-stream, we discuss five ways that nonprofit fundraisers can survive these tough times and emerge with positive approaches to donor engagement and fundraising.
We’ll be speaking with nonprofit tech pro Michael Stein about how to engage your donor community as active partners through this time of uncertainty.
WEBSITE LINK: Click Here

Online Event - 7/16/20 - Ken Ramirez & Lindsay Wood Brown - Classical Conditioning in Modern Dog Training - Karen Pryor Academy
2020-07-16 12:00 - 13:00
LIVE FROM THE RANCH
Join Ken Ramirez, KPCT’s Chief Training Officer, for a free hour-long virtual event live from The Ranch on Thursday, July 16 at 12:00 pm (PT). Ken will be joined by Lindsay Wood Brown to talk about classical conditioning and the evolving way modern trainers perceive it.

KEN RAMIREZ

Ken is the EVP and Chief Training Officer at Karen Pryor Clicker Training, co-leading the company with Aaron Clayton. Ken oversees the vision for, and development of, training education programs. You will usually find Ken teaching at a ClickerExpo conference, leading a course at the Karen Pryor National Training Center (The Ranch), or teaching one of the Karen Pryor Academy courses.

A 40+ year veteran of animal care and training, Ken is a biologist and behaviorist who has supervised the development care and training of more than 40,000 species. He has worked with organizations across the globe to improve animal training, program effectiveness, and animal health and welfare. Ken’s diverse body of contributions includes designing and implementing conservation projects for elephant protection and spearheading projects to train everything from komodo dragons to butterflies. Ken’s extensive canine work includes working with trainers, organizations, and federal and state agencies on training procedures for topics including aggression, search-and-rescue, and scent detection.
Ken has written/edited two successful books, taught at a major university, hosted two successful seasons of the television series Talk to the Animals, and was EVP of animal care and training at Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium. When he’s not doing cool stuff with animals and people, you might find Ken at a NY theater or at any movie screening.

LINDSAY WOOD BROWN

Lindsay Wood Brown is a board-certified applied animal behaviorist (ACAAB) with a master’s degree in animal behavior. She is a Karen Pryor Academy (KPA) course developer and has served as a KPA faculty member since 2012. Lindsay’s goal is to help behavior consultants and shelter professionals apply behavior-change science to their everyday professional lives. Her focus is on stripping labels, flipping prevailing ideas on their sides for a better view, and honing in on systematic ways to advance strategies.

Lindsay consults for animal shelters across the country and provides 1:1 mentorship opportunities for behavior consultants. She previously served as the Director of Operations for Lynchburg Humane Society in Virginia and as the Director of Animal Training and Behavior for the Humane Society of Boulder Valley in Boulder, Colorado.
Learn more about Lindsay on her Facebook page.

WEBSITE LINK: https://theranch.clickertraining.com/live/#next

Online Event - 7/18/20 - 2020 Online Feline Leukemia Day - Community Cats Podcast
2020-07-18 07:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
The Community Cats Podcast and Feline Leukemia advocacy supporter Margaret Tompkins are thrilled to announce our first-ever online FeLV Educational Day, to be held July 18 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m Eastern (7 AM to 2 PM Pacific).
We will have a wonderful group of speakers sharing their expertise around Feline Leukemia. Planned speakers include Amy Kohlbecker (Best Friends Animal Society), Dr. Julie Levy (University of Florida), Britney Fox Hover (Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society), Danielle Case (Tree House Humane Society), Dr. Heather Kennedy (KC Pet Project), and Monica Frenden (American Pets Alive).
For just $25 for the day, hear from the best and learn about the great success we have had saving the lives of kitties with Feline Leukemia.
PLEASE NOTE – Webinar registration links will appear on the page you will be sent to after completing your purchase. Please click the link to complete your registration for the day.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/online-feline-leukemia-day-2020/

Online Event - 7/23/20 - Ken Ramirez and Emily Larlham - Trick Training and Working with Multiple Dogs - Karen Pryor Academy
2020-07-23 12:00 - 13:00
LIVE FROM THE RANCH

Join Ken Ramirez, KPCT’s Chief Training Officer, for a free hour-long virtual event live from The Ranch on Thursday, July 23 at 12:00 pm (PT). Ken will be joined by Emily Larlham to talk about trick training and working with multiple dogs.
Ken Ramirez
Ken is the EVP and Chief Training Officer at Karen Pryor Clicker Training, co-leading the company with Aaron Clayton. Ken oversees the vision for, and development of, training education programs. You will usually find Ken teaching at a ClickerExpo conference, leading a course at the Karen Pryor National Training Center (The Ranch), or teaching one of the Karen Pryor Academy courses.A 40+ year veteran of animal care and training, Ken is a biologist and behaviorist who has supervised the development care and training of more than 40,000 species. He has worked with organizations across the globe to improve animal training, program effectiveness, and animal health and welfare. Ken’s diverse body of contributions includes designing and implementing conservation projects for elephant protection and spearheading projects to train everything from komodo dragons to butterflies. Ken’s extensive canine work includes working with trainers, organizations, and federal and state agencies on training procedures for topics including aggression, search-and-rescue, and scent detection.
Ken has written/edited two successful books, taught at a major university, hosted two successful seasons of the television series Talk to the Animals, and was EVP of animal care and training at Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium. When he’s not doing cool stuff with animals and people, you might find Ken at a NY theater or at any movie screening.

Emily Larlham

Emily Larlham runs the dog training business Dogmantics Dog Training in San Diego, California. She is known for her Youtube Channel ‘Kikopup’ where she has posted over 300 free in-depth dog training tutorials. She believes that by putting out free training tutorials that don’t involve any forms of physical or psychological intimidation, it will not only effect how people treat animals but also how people treat other human beings.
Emily began her training career as an animal care-giver in a shelter 16 years ago where she met her dog training mentor Kyle Rayon. After meeting Kyle, Emily quit her job and became an apprentice. After many years of study, learning from both human and thousands of canine mentors, she began her own business. She combines her artistic background and training skills to invent creative, fast and reliable ways to solve problem behaviors as well as train complex behaviors and tricks. She has been invited to conduct seminars on her techniques for training dogs in North and South America, Europe, Africa, Australia and Asia. She has also spoken at conferences such as ClickerExpo, APDT Australia, the PPG Summit and the Art and Science of Animal Training Conference.

WEBSITE LINK: https://theranch.clickertraining.com/live/#next
