Shelter Learniverse

Webinar - 11/5/24 - Using Innovative Alternatives to Incarceration and Recognizing the Role of Trauma in Violence Against Animals - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2024-11-05 10:00 - 11:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The animal law movement has, for the most part, been successful in showing society that animal cruelty is a problem. Now, a dynamic and evolving area of focus is creating targeted criminal justice outcomes to better help animal victims, heal individuals who committed cruelty, prevent future crimes against animals, and build healthier and more resilient communities. This webinar will discuss innovative work that identifies alternatives to traditional sentencing practices, which appropriately and accurately address underlying causes of animal cruelty, provide fairness to all parties involved in animal cruelty, and that work to curb the rate of future cruelty. Specifically, this webinar will discuss the role trauma can play as an underlying cause to cruelty, as well as methods to address and heal such trauma so it does not perpetuate animal cruelty in the future.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/using-innovative-alternatives-to-incarceration-and-recognizing-the-role-of-trauma-in-violence-against-animals/

Webinar - 11/6/24 - 2024 Veterinary Medicine Legislative Review - The Bridge Club
2024-11-06 17:00 - 18:00
Back by popular demand, our annual review of the legislative efforts that are changing veterinary medicine across the country. We will go state by state on major issues of title protection, new schools, virtual care and more. Don’t miss out on this one!
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.thebridgeclub.com/events/2024-veterinary-medicine-legislative-review-1

Webinar - 11/13/24 - Neonatal and Early Kittenhood Emergencies - National Kitten Coalition
2024-11-13 16:30 - 17:30
The National Kitten Coalition is presenting a free RACE® CE webinar!
We want to say thank you to our veterinary professional community!
Mark your calendars for a FREE Webinar approved by the AAVSB for 1.00 credit of live, interactive RACE® CE for veterinarians and veterinary technicians/nurses in jurisdictions that recognize RACE® approval.
This webinar is open to all veterinary professionals. Please share with any of your colleagues who might be interested in attending, need CE credits, or simply love kittens.

Date/Time: Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 7:30 PM EST
Title: Neonatal and Early Kittenhood Emergencies: Be ready to save the next one that walks through your door
Speaker: Emily Coleman, DVM

Webinar Overview
Kittens are very fragile beings that require immediate and intensive care in the face of a medical emergency. Conditions that will leave an adult cat only mildly ill or uncomfortable can quickly become life-threatening for a neonatal or young kitten. Neonatology and early kittenhood are often overlooked topics during veterinary medical education and continuing education opportunities, leaving both the recent graduate and the seasoned practitioner without the necessary knowledge of how to handle various emergencies commonly seen in kittens.
This talk will discuss how to recognize, diagnose and make treatment recommendations for several types of emergencies including ocular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, parasitic, congenital and traumatic. These emergencies, while varying in levels of urgency as well as ease of treatment, all often involve a kitten that is just days to weeks old.
As the nation adopts a no-kill outlook to animal rescue, it is only expected that more kittens will be seen in veterinary hospitals, making it very important for veterinary practitioners to be empowered to have frank, honest conversations with their clients on treatment recommendations and prognosis, whether they be rescue organizations or good Samaritans of the general public. As early veterinary intervention is almost always required, this tiny, vulnerable population deserves a chance to survive by being evaluated and treated appropriately.
Session objectives: After attending this virtual lecture an individual should be able to:

Identify the most common neonatal and early kittenhood emergencies seen in practice
Confidently treat these neonatal and early kittenhood emergencies
Understand the critical importance of complete supportive care for the neonate and kitten during an emergency
Create a kitten emergency kit for use in her hospital

Register today for this FREE webinar!
WEBSITE LINK: https://kittencoalition.org/event/neonatal-and-early-kittenhood-emergencies/

Webinar - 11/14/24 - Maddie’s Insights: Beyond "Doing Better" - Using Behavior Data to Monitor Well-Being in Cats - Maddie's Fund
2024-11-14 12:00 - 13:00
Safeguarding the well-being of cats is essential to the mission of any responsible animal shelter. Environmental enrichment and behavior modification are often key to this goal. Measuring response to these interventions is essential to ensure strategies are successful. This webinar will present 4 ordinal rating scales designed to evaluate different expressions of cat behavior/welfare on a 0–5 scale (modified Fear, Anxiety, and Stress score; Response to Petting score; Participation in Play score; and Food Intake Summary score) that have excellent interobserver agreement and reliability, and a few other tools to describe behavior in a quantitative way. These tools are exceptionally useful to evaluate the response individual cats have to specific interventions, make decisions about which interventions should be tried first by looking at what was effective in cases presenting similarly in the past, and evaluating the efficacy of different interventions across a population of similar cats in a research project.
Register: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsRegister
Can’t attend live? Register anyway and you will get a link to the recording after the webcast.
This webinar has been pre-approved for 1.0 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credits by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and by the National Animal Care & Control Association. It has also been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize the Registry of Approved Continuing Education (RACE) approval.
What attendees will come away with:

An understanding of the value of using standardized rating tools to evaluate behavior and welfare in shelters
The ability to identify a range of practical applications for these tools, in both in the shelter and beyond

Speaker:
Jacklyn Ellis, PhD
Director of Behavior, Toronto Humane Society
Jacklyn Ellis is board certified by the Animal Behavior Society as a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, is Certified in Shelter Behavior – Cat by the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants and is the Director of Behavior at Toronto Humane Society. She earned her PhD in Animal Welfare at the Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island, where she conducted research on methods for reducing stress in shelter cats. Her work has been published widely in peer reviewed journals and she has presented at many national and international conferences, particularly on feline stress and elimination behavior. She has recently authored two chapters for a new edition of the leading textbook on the behavior and welfare of shelter animals.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsRegister

Webinar - 11/14/24 - What We’re Learning with Community Programs - HASS
2024-11-14 15:00 - 16:00
What are leaders of community-centered programs in Baltimore and Dallas learning as they work with people and pets beyond the shelter? Hear from them on the many issues they face and the questions their experience has raised: What societal factors contribute to shelter intakes? How do you work with your community members to understand what they need and to divert intakes by offering community resources; and how are these leaders reaching towards understanding their impact?
WEBSITE LINK: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/2616740581796/WN_1jBTDPpdQyeM20kz1H0pPg

Webinar – 11/16/24 – Colony Caretaking Tips and Tricks – Community Cats Podcast
2024-11-16 11:00 - 13:00
Ants getting into the cats’ bowls or slugs making mealtime a slimy mess? Raccoons invading your colony? Got fleas? How do you keep the water from freezing in the middle of winter? Or calm the irate neighbor whose flower bed has been turned into a litter box? Find out how to deal with these and many more colony caretaking challenges from Neighborhood Cats with their 20 years of experience dealing with all things community cat. Come and share your battle-worn secrets too!
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/colony-caretaking-tips-and-tricks-presented-by-neighborhood-cats-nov-2024/

Webinar - 11/25/24 - Kitten Level Data Webinar with Dr. Julie Levy and The Kitten Lady - Shelter Animals Count
2024-11-25 13:00 - 14:00
Join us for an insightful session focused on “Kitten Level Data” with renowned experts Dr. Julie Levy and Hannah Shaw (The Kitten Lady). In this webinar, we’ll explore the vital role of data in kitten care and shelter outcomes. Learn best practices for managing kitten intakes, pathway planning, and optimizing care, from intake to adoption, through data-driven approaches.
Dr. Levy will share her extensive knowledge on kitten health and shelter medicine, while Hannah Shaw will provide real-world insights on fostering and community care. Together, they will guide participants on how to collect, interpret, and apply data to improve outcomes for the most vulnerable animal population: kittens.
Whether you’re a shelter professional, rescue volunteer, or foster caregiver, this webinar will equip you with actionable strategies to elevate your kitten care programs using data. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from two of the most respected voices in animal welfare! Representatives from Shelter Animals Count and Hill’s Pet Nutrition will share the latest data and insights for kittens.
This webinar will be facilitated by Kristen Hassen with Outcomes for Pets and is hosted by Shelter Animals Count. Kitten Level Data is part of our Data Foundations Series, powered by Hill’s Pet Nutrition.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.shelteranimalscount.org/event/kitten-level-data-webinar-with-dr-julie-levy-and-the-kitten-lady/

Webinar - 12/5/24 - Essential Messaging for Work in Animal Care & Well-being - Life of Riley
2024-12-05 11:00 - 12:00
Stories and messages are powerful, and we need new ones now more than ever in our work for companion animals and people.
Speaker: Hanna Lentz, Executive Director, Supporting People and Animal Relationships for Change
WEBSITE LINK: https://lor.dog/webinars/

Webinar - 1/9/25 - 2025: Overcoming Sheltering Setbacks - HASS
2024-12-09 11:00 - 12:00
In an environment where overcrowded kennels, limited funding and people in need of pet support services unlike ever before are the norm, HASS is inviting you to be a part of the solution to issues like these 2025! In this webinar, Lee Ann Shenefiel, program director for the Hays County Pet Resource Center, will share proven research, programming and free resources for your organization to unite with HASS in changing animal welfare industry setbacks to successes.
For our new monthly webinar series built for shelter staff or volunteers of all titles, HASS will offer the opportunity to not only attend a live event, but join optional office hours with the keynote speaker for a continued discussion or problem solving session regarding the webinar topic.
Those who register for the live event will also receive information on registering for the office hours as well, and we encourage you to share the link directly with your staff!
WEBSITE LINK: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/7417355808066/WN_fBbC4puzTdypbsJdZBZoZw#/registration

Webinar - 12/10/24 - Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease: Standardizing Protocols for Vaccination and Treatment - Fear Free
2024-12-10 10:00 - 11:00
Variations in vaccination protocols against pathogens that cause canine infectious respiratory disease (CIRD) can leave dogs vulnerable to infection. Understanding when to recommend non-core vaccines, such as Bordetella and canine influenza, as part of a dog’s core vaccine protocol is critical for comprehensive protection.
Join us tomorrow at 1 p.m. ET with Dr. Carol Reinero, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), PhD, FFCP-V, to discuss vaccination and treatment protocols for CIRD, including risk assessment and vaccination route.
During this webinar, we will cover:

The differences in core and non-core vaccines for dogs based on the 2022 AAHA guidelines
Epidemiologic data showing differences in non-core vaccine use even in similar geographic regions, using vaccines against Bordetella and influenza as examples
The clinical manifestations of canine infectious respiratory disease complex and how they are treated

Join us for this free webinar! This webinar will be recorded and is RACE-approved for 1 CE Hour.
WEBSITE LINK: https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/4764570/58E57B8408D716885ABFB9A45BC67367

Webinar - 12/10/24 - Collaboration: The Secret Ingredient to Housing People and Pets in Crisis - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2024-12-10 12:00 - 13:15
We get it, the thought of creating and sustaining a pet housing program for the pets of people in crisis can feel a little daunting sometimes. But we’ve got the secret (or maybe not-so-secret!) ingredient that you’ll need to create an effective program that will stand the test of time – collaboration! That’s right, you don’t need to be the expert in everything!
Whether you’re from the animal services or the human services world, the key ingredient to your success is building community partnerships. In this presentation, we’ll walk you through some of the basics of why, how, and what to do when building your collaborative partnerships!
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/collaboration-the-secret-ingredient-to-housing-people-and-pets-in-crisis/

Webinar - 12/11/24 - Isn't That Just Medicine: The Art and Science of Spectrum of Care - HSVMA
2024-12-11 17:00 - 18:30
Veterinarians are in the unique and challenging position of balancing the medical needs of their patients with the emotional, physical, and financial needs of their clients and their own moral and legal obligations to both. Embracing the spectrum of care can help to accomplish this delicate balancing act.
Spectrum of care is the idea that in every situation there is a range of options–both diagnostically and therapeutically–for patients and clients. More invasive, extensive, and expensive options fall on one end of the spectrum while less invasive, more cost-effective options fall on the other, with a wide range of middle ground options in between. Within this range is the best fit for each individual patient and client. The right choice will maximize the patient’s quality of life within the client’s limitations.
Learning Objectives:

Develop an understanding of what the spectrum of care is and how it differs from current definitions of standard of care and gold standard care.
Review literature that supports spectrum of care options in management of common case presentations including foreign body ingestion, pyometra, parvovirus, and blocked cats.
Develop communication strategies to connect with clients and determine the best fit for each individual pet and family within the spectrum of care.
Defining barriers to spectrum of care (more than finances!).

This webinar is FREE for all attendees. 1.5 hours of RACE CE credits (pending) for HSVMA members only.
Presented by: Kate Boatright, VMD, Founder, KMB Veterinary Media LLC
WEBSITE LINK: https://hsvma.memberclicks.net/webinar-spectrum-of-care

Webinar - 12/12/24 - Maddie's Insights: Insights and Implications from Housing-Related Animal Shelter Intake Data - Maddie's Fund
2024-12-12 13:00 - 14:00
Housing insecurity for tenants has increased in severity in the last several years as rents have skyrocketed and eviction rates have, in many cities, climbed higher than even pre-pandemic levels, according to a 2024 Harvard study. Today, more renters than ever are experiencing at least moderate rent burden as unaffordability in the rental market hit an all-time high in 2022. Housing insecurity directly impacts peoples’ ability to acquire and keep pets for life. There is a small, but growing body of research to better understand the impact of rental housing conditions on pets, pet owners, and animal shelters in the U.S. and how this issue relates to broader affordable housing and tenants’ rights social justice advocacy.
This presentation will share the results of three research projects, co-authored by our guest speaker Dr. Lauren Loney, a licensed attorney, researcher, and advocate crafting policies and lobbying on a variety of issues at local, state, and federal levels. Her talk will address the impact of restrictive pet policies in rental housing on pets, animal shelters, and the tenants who love them. Join us to learn about trends in pet relinquishment due to housing issues and several programmatic tools that may be most useful to mitigate the flow of these pets into animal shelters.
Register here: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsRegister
Can’t attend live? Register anyway and you will get a link to the recording after the webcast. This webinar has been pre-approved for 1.0 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credits by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and by the National Animal Care & Control Association. It has also been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize the Registry of Approved Continuing Education (RACE) approval.
Key take-aways:

The audience will understand how animal welfare and pet policy issues intersect with traditional affordable housing and tenants’ rights issues, particularly for low-income families.
The audience will understand the difference between “pet-friendly” and “pet-inclusive” housing and why our affordable housing crisis, in general, means that policy advocacy for pet-inclusive housing include pushing back against the use of nonrefundable pet fees and rents.
The audience will learn about trends in pet relinquishment due to housing issues and several programmatic tools that may be most useful to mitigate the flow of these pets into animal shelters.

Visit the Maddie’s Pet Forum Discussion Thread to ask questions to our presenter: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastHousingRelatedShelterIntakeData
Presenter: Lauren Loney, Attorney and Independent Researcher
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsRegister

Webinar - 12/18/24 - Top Poisons That Kill - VETGirl (fee applies for non-members)
2024-12-18 18:00 - 19:00
F-U… HELP!
In this 1-hour, VETgirl small animal webinar, Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT will review the top poisons that kill small animal patients. While these poisons aren’t common, they have a higher rate of fatality compared to other more commonly seen toxicants in dogs and cats. In this lecture, Dr. Lee will review toxicants such as 5-FU, isoniazid, ethylene glycol, bifenthrin, and organophosphates/carbamates, the mechanism of action of each toxicant, modality of mechanism, clinical signs, and overall treatment!
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/december-18-2024-top-poisons-that-kill/

Webinar - 12/19/24 - Disasters: Incident Action Plan & Situation Status Report - CalAnimals
2024-12-19 14:00 - 15:00
Does your agency use Incident Action Plans (IAP)? Not quite sure what an IAP is? Why is a situation status report (Sit Stat) so important? Find out in this training as our disaster response experts offer important guidance to prepare you for your next emergency.
Join Ryan Soulsby, CalAnimals Disaster Program Manager, and Brian Whipple, Sonoma County Animal Services, as they discuss the function of the Incident Action Plan and Situation Status Report and how it could benefit your disaster operations. The training will be a basic overview of each section of the documents, a discussion of who creates the documents and how the information is gathered, who and how the documents are disseminated, and leave the training with a basic editable template for your IAP and Sit Stat.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_wKZzjDjOQAS4YV4QKBSydw#/registration

Webinar - 12/19/24 - Unleash the Power of Cognitive Challenges: Building Gritty, Resilient Dogs! - FDSA (fee applies)
2024-12-19 18:00 - 19:00
Welcome to the Canine Cognitive Challenges Framework, developed by presenter Barbara Lloyd!
This framework sets a new standard for raising puppies and transforming the mindset and trajectory of mature dogs.
What to Expect in This Exciting Webinar:

In-Depth Video Analysis: Watch Barbara dissect videos of various dogs tackling specific Cognitive Challenges. Gain unprecedented insights into what the data reveals about their problem-solving skills, confidence levels, resilience, and ability to handle frustration.
Effective Training Techniques: Learn how to leverage this valuable information to train your dog faster and more effectively. Barbara will share her expert tips and strategies to help you get the best results.
Real-World Applications: See the direct translation of Cognitive Challenges work into real-world results. Barbara will showcase footage demonstrating how these techniques improve everyday life, work, and competition performance.

Why Attend?
Discover the transformative power of Barbara Lloyd’s Canine Cognitive Challenges and take the first step towards a better-trained, confident and happy dog.
Presenter: Barbara Lloyd
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar - 1/2/25 - Circle Method for Basic Reactivity and Over Arousal (Part 2) with Denise Fenzi - FDSA (fee applies)
2025-01-02 18:00 - 19:00
This webinar is intended to provide advice, interventions, and skills for individuals working with reactive or overexcited dogs. “The circle method of Loose Leash Walking” will be used to help the behavior and emotional state of reactive and over-aroused dogs by allowing them to adjust to their environment, reconnect with their handlers, and become more emotionally comfortable in the presence of specific triggers. The method can be used regardless of food interest and does not require elaborate set-ups. The information presented will build upon the circle method of loose leash walking, and will assume knowledge of that material. This webinar assumes professional or amateur trainers who can assimilate the information with a preexisting working knowledge of dog behavior, reactivity and over-aroused behavior.
Note: This webinar is back by popular demand. Please check your webinar library to avoid a duplicate purchase.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar Series - 1/7/25, 1/8/25, 1/14/15, & 1/15/25 - Canine Defensive Handling - Puppyworks (fee applies)
2025-01-07 10:00 - 12:15, 2025-01-08 10:00 - 12:15, 2025-01-14 10:00 - 12:15, 2025-01-15 10:00 - 12:15
Register for this live webinar in four 2 hour sessions presented by Michael Shikashio and Trish McMillan. A crucial skillset for all dog trainers, shelter & rescue personnel to maintain safety in dangerous situations!
Live Sessions
A live webinar in four 2 hour sessions
Tuesdays & Wednesdays
January 7, 8, 14 & 15
Or watch the recordings afterwards anytime, anywhere on any device.
Early Bird Rates
(through December 6, 2024)
Individual: $99
Groups of 4+: $89
Rates go up by $20 after December 6, 2024
Earning CEUs​
10 CEU’s for CCPDT, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA & IAABC
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.puppyworks.com/defensivehandling

Webinar - 1/9/25 - Maddie’s Insights: Benefits of Pair-Housing Dogs on Welfare Measures and Length of Stay - Maddie's Fund
2025-01-09 12:00 - 13:00
Dogs are often housed alone in shelter settings to reduce injury and disease spread. However, social isolation can be a stressor for dogs. Most prior studies have focused on laboratory dogs or shelter dogs that have been kenneled for several months. Thus, those results might not necessarily generalize to shelter dogs, many of which have shorter lengths of stay than those dogs studied to date and might be cohoused soon after intake.
Dr. Feuerbacher and her team investigated the behavioral and physiological effects of single- or pair-housing shelter dogs, most of which had recently entered the shelter, as well as the impact of pair-housing on length of stay. In this talk, Dr. Feuerbacher will review the literature on cohousing dogs, go into detail on her study methods and results, and discuss the benefits and practical considerations of pair-housing dogs.
Attendees will learn to:
1. Identify behavioral and physiological benefits of pair housing
2. Identify adoption benefits of pair housing
3. Understand the requirements to consider using pair housing safely
Register here https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsRegister
Can’t attend live? Register anyway and you will get a link to the recording after the webcast.
Guest Speaker: Dr. Erica Feuerbacher, Associate Professor, School of Animal Sciences, Virginia Tech and Director, Applied Behavior & Welfare Lab
Engage with our guest speaker on Maddie’s Pet Forum: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcast01092025
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsRegister

Webinar - 1/14/25 - Better Together: TNVR & Public Health - United Spay Alliance and Community Cats Podcast
2025-01-14 11:00 - 12:00
For decades, we’ve been sterilizing community cats in order to help reduce their population, with the primary goal of improving their wellbeing. But what if I told you there is an additional benefit to Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate, Return (TNVR) programs – one that protects the health of pets and people in our communities?
By integrating rabies vaccinations into TNVR efforts, we create a protective barrier against the disease, reducing the risk of transmission from wildlife to both pets and people. This added layer of protections has garnered the attention and support of public health officials across the country. In this webinar, we’ll also explore how TNVR programs can help prevent the spread of toxoplasmosis by community cats.
Ultimately, TNVR not only reduces community cat populations but also plays a critical role in safeguarding public health.
Presented by G. Robert Weedon, DVM, MPH
G. Robert Weedon, DVM, MPH, is a community cat and High Quality, High Volume Spay-Neuter (HQHVSN) surgeon at Paws Plus Veterinary in Lakeland, FL. He is the former Medical Director and HQHVSN Surgeon with the Animal Rescue Coalition in Sarasota, FL, and previously served as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois, where he trained veterinary students in HQHVSN techniques. Dr. Weedon also instructs veterinarians through his consulting company, SNIP (Spay/Neuter Instructional Program). A dedicated advocate for pet overpopulation solutions, Dr. Weedon is a member of the Veterinary Shortage Task Force at United Spay Alliance. He is also involved with organizations like Alley Cat Allies and serves on the Board of Directors for the Alliance for Contraception in Cats & Dogs. Dr. Weedon holds degrees from Purdue University and the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill.
WEBSITE LINK: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8009686463839117918

Webinar - 1/15/25 - Is “Cage-Free” the Way to Be? Rethinking Shelter Housing for Happier, Healthier Cats - UC Davis KSMP Shelter Learniverse
2025-01-15 10:00 - 11:15
When it comes to caring for cats in shelters, housing isn’t just a place to stay—it’s a critical factor in their health and happiness. But how do you know when to go “cage-free” or stick with individual enclosures? In this engaging and practical webinar, we’ll explore the ins and outs of non-cage housing for shelter cats.
Discover the surprising benefits and hidden risks of room housing. Learn which cats thrive in group environments and which need their own space to feel safe. See real-life examples of smart room setups and furnishings that work for cats, caregivers, and shelter operations alike. Plus, we’ll walk you through an inspiring case study that demonstrates how creative housing solutions make a lifesaving difference in disaster response.
What you’ll walk away with:
🐾 A clear understanding of the pros and cons of cage-free vs. cage-based housing.
🐾 Insights on designing and furnishing non-cage housing that supports social play, stress relief, and behavioral wellness.
🐾 The skills to make informed decisions on when and how to use group housing to support cats’ natural instincts and well-being.
Don’t miss your chance to get your questions answered live during the Q&A with shelter design experts Drs. Denae Wagner and Becky Stuntebeck.
PLUS: Get exclusive access to our new, game-changing Cat Housing Assessment Tool — available for the first time ever to live attendees!
Get ready to rethink cat housing like never before. Your shelter—and your cats—will thank you!
#ThankstoMaddie, this webinar is brought to you by Maddie’s Million Pet Challenge Learniverse at the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program.

Register now: https://tinyurl.com/cathousinginfo

Online Training - 1/15/25 - Surrender Prevention Certification Workshop Presented by Dr. Rachel Geller - Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
2025-01-15 11:00 - 12:30
As a Surrender Prevention Specialist, you may be the difference between a cat losing her home and staying in her home. Join this session to learn what surrender prevention is and why it works. Instructed by Dr. Rachel Geller, she will share real examples, with proven results, setting the potential surrenderer and cat on the road to a happy relationship together and keeping the cat in her home. We’ll cover how to empathize with cat owners, working around their limitations (financial, time, patience), and focus on the 3 most common reasons for surrender: litter box problems, scratching (and not on the scratching post!), and inter-cat aggression. Take advantage of the interactive format, extensive handouts, and video footage of actual techniques. This session is being recorded and recordings will be shared. Attendees will receive a certificate after taking a short quiz.
WEBSITE LINK: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/8757944804645518678

Webinar - 1/16/25 - An Introduction to the Canine Care Certified program - Life of Riley
2025-01-16 11:00 - 12:00
This unique 90 minute webinar featuring Dr. Candace Croney is designed to inform and answer questions about the Canine Care Certified program: a nationwide, voluntary program that addresses the health and overall welfare of dogs in the care of breeders in the United States.
It is the only program that not only incorporates measures of the physical health of dogs and puppies raised by breeders, but also strongly emphasizes their behavioral well-being. Email your questions about the CCC program to Chetana by 1/6/2025. There will also be an opportunity to drop questions in the chat during the webinar.
Speaker: Dr. Candace Croney, Director of the Center for Animal Welfare Science & Professor of Animal Behavior and Well-being at Purdue University
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvdumhqzIjHNGX-HeKjaXks9lbyNXojGKb#/registration

Webinar Series - 1/21/25 - Doors Wide Open: Exploring Pet Inclusive Transportation Options to Increase Access to Veterinary Care - Open Door Veterinary Collective
2025-01-21 12:00 - 12:30
Topic: Exploring Pet Inclusive Transportation Options to Increase Access to Veterinary Care
Pet-friendly or pet-inclusive transportation is a recurring barrier identified by public-facing staff and volunteers across the human and animal welfare sectors. Families who struggle to find pet-friendly transportation are directly affected in their ability to access care for their animals. By highlighting these barriers and some solutions, we aim to expand the conversation to help increase access to veterinary care for bonded pet families in need.
This session will touch on local transit options, including public transport and specialized pet shuttle services. We will also spotlight examples of organizations that have successfully leveraged their own resources to create effective transportation solutions.
Guest Speakers:
– Geraldine D’Silva, Maddie’s National Director of Programs & Partnerships at Open Door Veterinary Collective
– Gayle Bair, Pet Retention Liaison at Animal Friends
– Marty Sampson, Founder and CEO at Leash
– Sarah McGoldrick, Vice President of Animal Operations at Dallas Pets Alive!
Register here: https://maddiesfund-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1QXhCo6QRRSKBYInJ_Ki0Q#/
Join Open Door Veterinary Collective for lively conversations as we explore innovative and practical solutions that organizations are using to address barriers to accessing pet care and resources in their communities.
This new monthly webcast series begins on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 from 12 pm – 12:30 pm Pacific Time.
We’ll cover various topics and share successful strategies through short 30-minute presentations, panel discussions, video snippets and Q&A sessions.
Topics and featured programs include:
• Pet Inclusive Transportation Options
• Access to Financially Friendly Pet Services
• Engaging with Human and Social Service Providers to Increase Access to Care
• Successful Program Profiles: Neighborhood Pets and their Community-Centered Well-Being for People and Pets
• How to Multiply Existing Donor Dollars for Veterinary Care in Your Community and more!
Who should attend? Everyone is welcome! This series is perfect for those interested or involved in access to veterinary care. Each session will be recorded and viewable on-demand within a few days after the event.
Come make friends and learn to make access to care more achievable for all involved! #ThanksToMaddie
Learn more: https://forum.maddiesfund.org/opendoorwebcasts

Online Seminar - 1/21/25 and 1/23/25 - New Laws for 2025 - CVMA (fee applies)
2025-01-21 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-01-23 17:30 - 18:30
With several new laws taking effect in 2025, it is important for veterinary practices to have a clear view of the legal landscape to ensure continuing compliance. This talk will cover new and important laws that all employers and employees should be aware of moving forward. The course qualifies as continuing education credit for the purpose of California veterinarian and registered veterinary technician license renewal.
CVMA Online Seminars are convenient interactive presentations offering CEUs held in real-time. This learning platform allows you to participate from anywhere with internet access—from your practice, your home, or anywhere you have an internet connection. Attending is as easy as a few mouse clicks. You will only need internet access and either computer audio, a headset, or a telephone.
This webinar is open to veterinarians, veterinary technicians, veterinary hospital staff, and veterinary students only.
This course is complimentary to all CVMA members!
This course qualifies for 1.0 CEU.
WEBSITE LINK: https://cvma.net/continuing-education/upcoming-ce/cvma-new-laws-2025/cvma-new-laws-2025-registration/

Webinar - 1/23/25 - Shelter & Rescue – A Training and Development Framework For Staff and Volunteers with Petra Edwards - PPG (fee applies)
2025-01-23 15:00 - 16:00
Behavior and welfare are sciences, and our understanding of behavior change and best practice animal care processes has changed drastically over the years. This is why continuous training and development and a commitment (and passion) for continuing education are so critical for animal trainers. This can be incredibly challenging for large organizations with a high flow of animals and teams of staff or volunteers at different stages in their careers, like shelters, rescues, daycares, boarding, or large training facilities. At this organizational level, training and development need to be structured and consistent and should strategically develop core competencies with a focus on skills, knowledge, and coached experience.
This comprehensive and holistic approach to training and development was introduced at the RSPCA South Australia with a new training and safety program – PAWS Training. The RSPCA South Australia cares for approximately 6,000 to 9,000 animals per year. They have limited space, limited resources, and limited staff, and rely heavily on hundreds of volunteers to be able to provide incredible support to homeless pets. The program was delivered in a combination of online theory and on-the-ground practical and coaching, and complimented work health and safety policy and procedure changes in the shelter that maximized safety for all.
This presentation explores the development, rollout, and overall outcomes of the PAWS program, including challenges faced, improvements made, and benefits to animals in care. We will also discuss the core transferable components for other organisations whose core business is working with large numbers of animals and people.
Learning Objectives
•Develop an understanding of the key components of a structured, consistent training and development program for staff and volunteers
• Develop an understanding of the processes involved in implementing a brand-new structure and educational program
Presenter: Petra Edwards
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars/shelter-rescue-a-training-and-development-framework-for-staff-and-volunteers-with-petra-edwards/
