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Webinar - 4/10/25 - Maddie’s Insights: Exploring Efficacy, Barriers, and Best Practices of Companion Animal Foster Caregiving - Maddie's Insights
2025-04-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Foster care is a unique form of human-animal interaction that is increasingly understood to be an effective tool for improving the welfare of shelter-living animals. Even brief stays in foster care can allow animals to escape the stressors of the shelter, provide an environment that allows for greater social interaction, and offer opportunities for improved health and behavior.
In this presentation, we will highlight the key takeaways revealed in the 42 published articles evaluating companion animal foster care programs that are included in our recent review paper: Companion animal foster caregiving: A scoping review exploring animal and caregiver welfare, barriers to caregiver recruitment and retention, and best practices for foster care programs in animal shelters. During our discussion, we will examine a variety of foster care programs that have been studied, explore the evidence of their effects on human and animal welfare, evaluate the successes and challenges in supporting shelter foster care programs, illuminate discrepancies in equity and diversity of caregiver engagement that offer opportunities for recruitment, and recommend best practices for lasting programmatic success.
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe scientific research about foster caregiving as an intervention for companion animals.
2. Identify the proximate (i.e., physical and emotional) and distal (i.e., length of stay and adoption outcomes) welfare benefits of foster caregiving for shelter animals as well as their caregivers.
3. Explore opportunities for improving foster care programs in animal shelters, including utilizing a stepwise approach to foster caregiving, providing greater caregiver support, increasing the diversity of caregiver involvement, and expanding the extent of community engagement within foster care programs.
Guest Speakers:
Lisa Gunter, Assistant Professor, PhD, CAAB, CBCC-KA, and Grace Phillips, Master’s Student, Virgina Tech, School of Animal Sciences
Register for Maddie’s Insights Webcasts: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsRegister

Webinar - 4/22/25 - Opening your own procedure clinic to reduce economic euthanasia and provide affordable options - United Spay Alliance
2025-04-22 11:00 - 12:00
Thinking of Opening a Clinic in Your Community? Don’t Miss This Free Webinar – LIVE SESSION ONLY!
Join us on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 for a special presentation from Dr. Lisa Warren on how to open a procedure-focused clinic that serves your community’s animal welfare needs.
Designed for veterinarians and anyone interested in starting a clinic, this session will explore Dr. Warren’s collaborative partnership model, proving that procedure clinics can be both profitable and community-driven.
Can’t wait? Check out our blog post with a sneak peak into Dr. Warren’s work in Kentucky here.
What: Opening your own procedure clinic to reduce economic euthanasia and provide affordable options
When: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 @ 2:00 PM ET
Live session only – no recording will be available! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn directly from Dr. Warren.
WEBSITE LINK: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/637890912072853085

Webinar Series - 4/22/25 - Doors Wide Open: How to Multiply Existing Donor Dollars for Veterinary Care in Your Community - Open Door Veterinary Collective
2025-04-22 12:00 - 12:30
Topic: Engaging with Human and Social Service Providers to Increase Access to Care for Animals and People
In this session we’ll share the statistics that describe the crisis in accessing veterinary care from a credit and cash-flow perspective and offer practical solutions to help pet families pay for veterinary care over time, at your clinic or with clinics in your community.
We’ll share research that demonstrates that these expanded payment options offer the ability to multiply donor (or discount) dollars by 14.5, turning $100,000 into $1,450,000 of veterinary care in your community among clients unlikely to qualify for common payment tools such as CareCredit. This will enable you to best target limited dollars to the cases that most need them and to expand care overall, keeping clinics working to sustain accessible care.
Guest Speaker: Heather Cammisa, Program Manager at pethelpfinder.org and Chief Enterprise Officer at Open Door Veterinary Collective
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.
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

Webinar - 4/22/25 - The Roundtable: Navigating Resistance and Strengthening Community - The AAWA
2025-04-22 12:00 - 13:00
This roundtable discussion explores the realities of helping animal welfare organizations make progress toward their equity and inclusion goals, despite roadblocks and resistance. Learn from industry leaders as they share:

Experiences creating long-term change at their organizations
Challenges and successes they faced while addressing inequities in the workplace
Lessons learned

Panelists:

Todd Cramer, CAWA, Chief Operating Officer, Potter League for Animals
Meredith Jones, Chief Community Initiatives Officer, Operation Kindness
Jennifer Toussaint, Chief of Animal Control, Arlington County Animal Control / Animal Welfare League of Arlington
Facilitator: Jasmin Robinson, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement

(Art by Hannah Moren)
WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/4-22-2025

Webinar - 4/23/25 - A Culture of Return to Home: What is it and Why is it Important? - GoodPup
2025-04-23 10:30 - 11:30
Explore ways to ensure that your agency proactively promotes lost pet reunification
Lead by: Jackie Rose
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-culture-of-return-to-home-what-is-it-and-why-is-it-important-tickets-1207192518319

Webinar - 4/23/25 - Stay Safe During Equine Emergencies - HVMA
2025-04-23 17:00 - 18:30
Presented by: Rebecca Gimenez Husted, PhD, Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue, Inc.
This webinar will contain information useful to all veterinary professionals, even those who do not practice on horses. Since horses are often transported to different locations, accidents can happen anywhere. Practitioners will be introduced to easy ways to learn the Incident Command model for safe teamwork for daily use in the clinic, as well as response to field emergencies. Choosing the correct end points relevant to various dangerous scenarios, and the difficult decision-making processing for triage, treatment and euthanasia will be threaded throughout the presentation.
During this webinar attendees will learn:

The importance of trained handlers. Where to stand, where not to stand and the significance of watching other people’s position.
Examples of soft and hard extensions of the arm and simple large animal rescue specialty tools
Proven techniques for physical and chemical restraint.
Manipulations for laterally recumbent animals, repositioning and recovery positions for large animals
Procedures for de-escalation of stress in the animal patient while the veterinarian is responding to the location.

This webinar is FREE for all attendees.
1.5 hours of RACE CE credits for HumaneVMA members only.
WEBSITE LINK: https://humanevma.memberclicks.net/webinar-equine-emergencies

Webinar - 4/24/25 - Pioneering the Path: Innovations in Field Services Our Communities Need - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2025-04-24 10:00 - 11:15
Join us as we explore cutting-edge advancements in animal field services. From AI-assisted tracking to community engagement strategies, this webinar uncovers the tools and approaches needed to build stronger, more resilient communities. Join us as we pave the way for a brighter future together.
Speaker: Dr. Josh Fisher
This webinar has been certified by the National Animal Care & Control Association and is approved for 1 Continuing Education Unit. Please refer to your NACA membership portal for current CEU submission process. Current NACA Members who attend the live presentation or watch the recording will be able to download a jointly issued attendance certificate that includes the National Animal Care & Control Association logo. Visit the NACA training page for a complete list of future trainings.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/pioneering-the-path-innovations-in-field-services-our-communities-need/

Webinar - 4/24/25 - Circle Work: Movement Stations to Increase Confidence and Decrease Reactivity - FDSA (fee applies)
2025-04-24 15:00 - 16:00
One of the most challenging components about working with a reactive dog in the real world is that the environment itself isn’t always predictable. And what if your goal is to help a reactive dog acclimate to a new environment, and/or acclimate to other dogs being present? How can we change the environment, to then change their behavior? Course circles are stations with pieces of equipment (think platforms, cones, cavalleti poles, slow feeders, etc) placed in a large circle, with strategic behaviors assigned to each station. Course circles are designed to: – Build the dog’s skill set – Facilitate movement and body awareness – Allow for scent gathering with other dogs present – Create predictability using environmental cues – Be fun and engaging for both ends of the leash Learn how to use course circles for dogs who struggle staying relaxed and responsive in the presence of triggers, or in unfamiliar environments. Whether you’re a seasoned professional looking for a fresh approach to your leash reactivity cases and group classes, or a handler of a reactive dog looking for ways to help your dog feel more secure in the world, this webinar is for you.
Presenter: Jessica Wheatcraft
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar - 4/25/25 - Fading Kitten Syndrome: Fight the Fade - National Kitten Coalition
2025-04-25 10:00 - 11:00
Don’t miss this invaluable opportunity to learn from Dr. Emily Coleman as she explores the life-saving strategies for panleukopenia in kittens. Specifically designed for foster families and kitten caregivers, this webinar will provide you with crucial knowledge on recognizing early symptoms, accessing timely care, and implementing effective vaccination and cleaning protocols to stop the spread of this devastating disease. Equip yourself with the tools and confidence to safeguard the health of the kittens you care for and make a lasting impact on their lives.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3217434560281/WN_1ziS4PI5RHOQoyAvc-53Gw#/registration

Webinar - 4/29/25 - Part II: Triage that Transforms Intake - HASS
2025-04-29 11:00 - 12:00
Part one left us on a cliffhanger! Ready for part 2? Let’s explore Intake Triage strategies that help manage lost pet intake and streamline your intake process as a whole! Join the next HASS Webinar on April 29th at 1 p.m. CT.
Amanda Foster, HASS Programs Director, and Nichole Hazard, HASS Associate Director of Marketing & Communications, will discuss easy ways to better understand the “why” behind animals entering the shelter and the best practices for communicating effectively with your community.
You can also watch part one here: https://tinyurl.com/4vr5wuvd
Register now: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/7017380094930/WN_sgt425qSRlqrPZ0-4XK8ZA#/registration

Webinar - 5/1/25 - How to practice environmentally sustainable veterinary medicine - The Bridge Club
2025-05-01 17:00 - 18:00
In this session we’ll explore the environmental impacts of the industry and ways to improve them, including actions to take to reduce climate change and waste in veterinary clinics and across the supply chain of medical supplies. we are so fortunate to have Margo Mosher, Senior Director, Global Sustainability with Mars Veterinary Health lead our discussion.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.thebridgeclub.com/events/how-to-practice-environmentally-sustainable-veterinary-medicine

Webinar - 5/6/25 - Maximizing Social Media for Animal Reunification during Disasters or Emergencies for Animal Shelters - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2025-05-06 12:00 - 13:15
During a disaster or emergency, every second counts in the animal reunification effort. A well-structured social media strategy can make all the difference in reuniting lost pets with their families.
This webinar introduces an easy-to-use, template-driven approach designed for animal shelters to implement during a disaster or emergency, efficiently leveraging social media, maximizing online visibility, and reaching the right people when it matters most, supporting the animal reunification efforts from the start.
We’ll discuss how platform algorithms impact reach, the window of online visibility, and how structured posting methods can increase reunifications.
Join Angelina Martin as she shares practical steps and real-world insights having worked communications through 6 major disasters/emergencies for animal shelters and response teams, helping shelters maximize social media animal reunification efforts.
This session will equip you with the template, structure, process, and more! We’ll review:

The Window of Online Visibility – Understanding how timing impacts social media reach during disasters or emergencies.
How Social Media Algorithms Work – Why posts are seen (or buried) and how to structure content for maximum visibility
The Essential Elements of a Structured Post – What to include in every post to increase visibility and the chances of reunification.
Template-Driven Posting Strategies – A step-by-step approach to making social media efforts efficient and effective.
Engaging the Community for Faster Reunifications – Engaging the public to help spread the word.
Tracking and Updating Shared Posts – A template for tracking information and ensuring it’s accurate, organized and updated.
Lessons from the Field – Real-world insights about successfully using social media for animal reunification.

This webinar has been certified by the National Animal Care & Control Association and is approved for 1 Continuing Education Unit. Please refer to your NACA membership portal for current CEU submission process. Current NACA Members who attend the live presentation or watch the recording will be able to download a jointly issued attendance certificate that includes the National Animal Care & Control Association logo. Visit the NACA training page for a complete list of future trainings.
Presenter: Over the past 10 years, Angelina Martin has worked as CEO of Online Media Solutions, a media agency providing strategic social media solutions through consultation, education, and webinars. Angelina is currently contracting as the VP of Communications for Shelterly, and the communications strategist for Cal CARTs, Napa CART and CCADT. She specializes in strategic communications and social media management, AI education and training, and online marketing. Her mission is to help people, help more people and animals in times of need.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/maximizing-social-media-for-animal-reunification-during-disasters-or-emergencies-for-animal-shelters/

Webinar - 5/6/25 and 5/8/25 - Role of Companion Animals in Public Health Outbreaks, Including H5N1 - CVMA (fee applies)
2025-05-06 12:30 - 13:45, 2025-05-08 17:30 - 18:45
In recent years, outbreaks of infectious diseases of public health significance have heightened public concern regarding the role of companion animals as sentinels and sources of human infection. The rise in importance of companion animals has also led to concerns about the impact of such outbreaks on the health of families, including their pets. Using situational examples, this talk will review what is known about the role of companion animals in emerging infectious diseases in California, with a focus on H5N1 avian influenza. Opportunities for improved disease recognition by veterinarians and owner education on prevention strategies will be discussed.
This course offers 1.5 CEUs.
May 6, 2025: 12:30 PM–1:45 PM (PST)
May 8, 2025: 5:30 PM–6:45 PM (PST)
WEBSITE LINK: https://cvma.net/continuing-education/upcoming-ce/cvma-online-seminar-role-of-companion-animals-in-public-health-outbreaks-including-h5n1/cvma-online-seminar-role-of-companion-animals-in-public-health-outbreaks-including-h5n1-2/

Webinar - 5/7/25 - Summa Fundraising Series Session 1: Fundraising 101 - CalAnimals
2025-05-07 10:00 - 11:00
Presented by: Summa sponsored fundraising professionals

Unlock the secrets to successful fundraising in this workshop! Discover the essentials of building a comprehensive fundraising program that delivers results. We’ll dive into creating a powerful plan, unpacking the must-have elements to ensure a robust strategy that maximizes both funds raised and donor relationships. Take advantage of this opportunity to elevate your fundraising game!
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_r2kC_cwgT3SRH4Ce-nd6hA#/registration

Webinar - 5/8/25 - APCC: Don’t Sweat It: An Overview of Common Toxidromes and Their Management - ASPCAPro
2025-05-08 10:00 - 11:00
This course will cover common toxidromes encountered in veterinary medicine, including anticholinergic, cholinergic, sympathomimetic, opioid and hyperthermic toxidromes. Dr. Hopkins will provide an overview of mechanisms, clinical presentations, treatment, diagnostic testing and considerations for approaching decontamination and unknown toxic exposures.
Key Takeaways:

An understanding of constellations of clinical signs and how they might direct treatment in a poisoning case
An understanding of mechanisms of action in groups of similar toxins that can cause significant clinical signs
An understanding of appropriate diagnostics to use for various conditions
How to approach management of an unknown toxin

This webinar is suited for veterinarians and technicians; aimed at emergency management but is appropriate for all practitioners. This session is RACE-approved and is eligible for 1 hour of free CE for veterinarians and veterinary technicians.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/apcc-dont-sweat-it-overview-common-toxidromes-and-their-management

Webinar - 5/8/25 - Blueprints and Principles: The Architecture of a Modern Animal Services Program - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2025-05-08 10:00 - 11:15
Participants will delve into essential principles that underpin effective and contemporary animal control programs. The curriculum offers a comprehensive framework intended to assist organizations contemplating the establishment of an animal control program or seeking to refine their existing initiatives. It serves as a strategic guide for evaluating and optimizing program architectures that effectively serve and support communities.
At the end of this webinar, attendees will have an understanding of:

The four foundational pillars of an Animal Control Program
Creating community-specific initiatives
Program success metrics and transparency
How subsidiarity can be used to leverage community support towards your program

This webinar has been certified by the National Animal Care & Control Association and is approved for 1 Continuing Education Unit. Please refer to your NACA membership portal for current CEU submission process. Current NACA Members who attend the live presentation or watch the recording will be able to download a jointly issued attendance certificate that includes the National Animal Care & Control Association logo. Visit the NACA training page for a complete list of future trainings.
Presenter: Dr. Christina Avila is a distinguished expert in the animal welfare sector, holding a doctorate in business and boasting over 20 years of diverse experience that encompasses veterinary medicine, kennel operations, and fieldwork. Known for her unwavering dedication to animal welfare, Dr. Avila has become a prominent advocate for innovative solutions to the complex challenges facing the industry today.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/blueprints-and-principles-the-architecture-of-a-modern-animal-services-program/

Webinar - 5/8/25 - Maddie's Insights: Exploring Factors That Influence Public Engagement of Adoptable Pets on Social Me - Maddie's Fund
2025-05-08 12:00 - 13:00
The use of social media platforms to advertise adoptable animals has increased throughout the years. The content of these posts (e.g., photos, videos, text) may increase post engagement (e.g., likes and shares) and ultimately animal adoptions. Few studies have examined which characteristics of post content successfully increases engagement. This talk will give background information regarding the online promotion of adoptable animals and will focus on the results of our recent study that analyzed the Facebook posts of several rural animal shelters to determine whether certain types of content (e.g., style/features of photos and videos, subject/tone of text, type/sex of animal, etc.) influenced engagement. We also had the opportunity to compare differences between posts in 2019 (pre-pandemic) and 2020 (post-pandemic). The results of this study suggest that the type of animal and the environment in which the animals were depicted can influence likes and shares of posts. It was also discovered that posts in 2019 received more likes, while posts in 2020 received more shares. Although the findings of this study support the use of social media to increase the engagement of posts depicting adoptable animals, more research is needed to determine how the content of posts directly influence adoption rates.
Attendees will learn about:

the online promotion of adoptable animals and the features that have previously been linked to increased adoptions.
using social media platforms to increase public engagement of adoptable animals. Specifically, what features of post content may have an influence.
questions that have yet to be answered. Topics of future exploration will be suggested.

Earn continuing education credit from The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement towards 1.0 CAWA CEs. This webinar has also been pre-approved for 1.0 continuing education credits by the National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA). It has also been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit between 11/13/24 – 11/13/26 in jurisdictions which recognize RACE approval. Complete the quiz to earn continuing education credit.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsRegister

Webinar - 5/8/25 - Accreditation Reform - The Bridge Club
2025-05-08 17:00 - 18:00
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.thebridgeclub.com/events/accreditation-reform

Webinar - 5/13/25 - The Adopter Experience: A Guide to Increasing Adoptions - Shelter Animals Count
2025-05-13 12:30 - 13:30
In order to address the backlog of pets in shelters and rescues, we need to increase adoptions. If you are unable to attend this workshop at the Animal Care Expo by Humane World for Animals, we are going to give you the opportunity to hear from each of the session’s panelists with five distinct perspectives, about the latest data-supported methods to attract adopters, help them find a match and support them for the long haul.
To tackle the backlog of pets in shelters and rescues, boosting adoptions is essential. Join a panel of experts as they share the latest data-driven strategies for attracting adopters, matching them with the right pets and supporting them throughout the adoption journey. Gain insights into the adopter experience, from navigating online processes to visiting a local shelter, and walk away with practical tips to enhance adoptions at every stage while fostering community engagement.
Panelists:
Lindsay Hamrick – Humane World for Animals
Amanda Foster – Human Animal Support Services (HASS)
Stephanie Filer – Shelter Animals Count
Courtney Suthoff – Hill’s Pet Nutrition April Huntsman – Adopt-a-Pet
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oOiX_ntHRludG9hN4-Ldsg#/registration

Webinar - 5/14/25 - Unlocking AI for Animal Shelters - Outcomes Consulting
2025-05-14 11:00 - 12:00
Join us on May 14 at 2 PM EST / 11 AM PST for a live webinar led by Kristen Hassen of Outcomes Consulting Group, designed specifically for animal shelter professionals. This interactive, fast-paced session will teach you how to easily integrate AI into operations to save time, streamline processes, and improve outcomes. Whether you’re just getting started with AI or looking to expand your AI toolkit, this session will provide actionable insights and real-world examples to help your team work smarter and save more lives.
WEBSITE LINK: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jsE51Gw-RFqVlNn-RowUNA#/registration

Online Training – 5/14/25 – Surrender Prevention Certification Workshop Presented by Dr. Rachel Geller – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
2025-05-14 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.
This session is led by Dr. Rachel Geller, founder of All Cats All the Time, Inc. and lasts 1.5 hours, including an optional 15-minute Q&A session. Registration is just $10.00.
This course/webinar/series/conference has been approved for Continuing Educational Units by the National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA). National certificate holders can submit for credit consistent with the NACA CEU policy located https://nacatraining.org/continuing-education-recertification/
WEBSITE LINK: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/8757944804645518678

Webinar - 5/19/25 - Redefining the Gold Standard: A New Framework for More Accessible Care - UC Davis KSMP
2025-05-19 13:00 - 14:30
What if the “gold standard” isn’t gold for everyone?
We all know it’s time to have this conversation. At best, one-size-fits-all thinking in veterinary care limits our ability to help—and feels disempowering on both sides of the exam table. At worst, care without context results in barriers that prevent us from even meeting the pets who need us most.
Let’s flip the script!
A standing-room-only presentation at this year’s Animal Care Expo reinforced what we’ve all been thinking: It’s time to say no to the status quo! Join us Monday, May 19, from 1- 2:30pm Pacific for Redesigning the Gold Standard: A New Framework for More Accessible Care.
By the end of this webinar, you’ll be able to:

Articulate the difference between spectrum of care, incremental care, gold standard, and standard of care—and learn how contextualized care is critical to all.
Match care to context—balance medical best practices with real-world constraints, community needs, and ethical obligations.
Understand how the law supports your ability to provide care.
SCOPE before you SOAP.

Presented by Dr. Jennifer Bennett, Dr. Sarah Mantovani and Kelly Bremken, MSSW
Register now: https://sheltermedicine.zoom.us/webinar/register/8017470939827/WN_QUVCHUn_RvKtsnVarFa8dw

Webinar - 5/20/25 - Unleash the Power of Pet Reunification - CalAnimals
2025-05-20 10:00 - 11:00
Join Gina Knepp from Petco Love and Sarah Aguilar, Director Santa Barbara County Animal Services Division, for an engaging session that will transform your approach to lost pet recovery! Discover the exciting enhancements of the Love Lost platform, packed with innovative features designed to bridge the gap between shelters and community members. Whether you are new to the platform or a seasoned user, this session promises valuable insights on maximizing its potential. Learn about the latest mapping tools and discover how field officers can leverage these upgrades to reunite lost pets with their families right where they are are-saving time and resources for everyone involved. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your impact in the community.
Presenters:
Gina Knepp, Petco Love
Sarah Aguilar, Santa Barbara County Animal Services
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9IRbnlkuQKC5Tu91N-arWw#/registration

Webinar Series - 5/20/25 - Doors Wide Open - Successful Program Profiles: Neighborhood Pets and their Community-Centered Well-Being for People and Pets - Open Door Veterinary Collective
2025-05-20 12:00
Topic: Successful Program Profiles: Neighborhood Pets and their Community-Centered Well-Being for People and Pets
Join Geraldine, Becca and Janet as they discuss the community-centered approach of Neighborhood Pets Outreach & Resource Center, a membership-based, Cleveland nonprofit created by proximate leaders—those deeply connected to the communities they serve. They have built strong human service and community development partnerships to help families also access vital healthcare, legal and emergency resources.
This webcast highlights how Neighborhood Pets offers adaptable strategies for innovative community building in support of human and pet well-being!
Guest Speakers:
– Geraldine D’Silva, National Director of Programs & Partnerships at Open Door Veterinary Collective
– Janet Hoy-Gerlach, PhD, LCSW, LISW-S, Director of Veterinary Social Work at Open Door Veterinary Collective
– Becca Britton, Executive Director at Neighborhood Pets
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.
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

Webinar - 5/20/25 - Healthy Humans, Happy Pets Part 1 - Physical Wellbeing: The Foundation of Health - Fear Free Shelters
2025-05-20 12:00 - 13:00
Physical wellbeing is the foundation for showing up as our best selves—both for the animals in our care and for each other. Just as we prioritize comfort and health for pets, it’s vital to extend that same level of care to ourselves to maintain energy, focus, and emotional resilience in veterinary and pet care environments.
Join Fear Free Shelters for a webinar with Melyssa Allen, MA, NBC-HWC, DipACLM, as we explore the six pillars of lifestyle medicine and their role in supporting wellbeing. We’ll focus on the core behaviors of nutrition, physical activity, and sleep, and how they influence not only our physical health but the quality of care we provide to pets every day.
What You’ll Learn:
• An introduction to the six pillars of lifestyle medicine
• How core health behaviors impact physical wellbeing and mental health
• The importance of lifestyle habits in supporting both personal and professional quality of life
• How to create a personal wellbeing vision and identify goals aligned with that vision
Presentation by
Melyssa Allen, MA, NBC-HWC, DipACLM
Register now: https://fearfreellc.webinargeek.com/healthy-humans-happy-pets-part-1-physical-well-being-the-foundation-of-health

Webinar - 5/20/25 - Gatekeeping Care: The Intersection of Spay/Neuter and the Myth of "Responsible Pet Ownership" - MCVMA
2025-05-20 17:00 - 18:00
Join MCVMA and shelter medicine professionals for an open panel discussion on the recently released WSAVA guidelines on pet sterilization and the broader, ongoing debate around spay/neuter practices. We’ll explore the implications of these guidelines for access to care, equity in veterinary medicine, and how structural bias shapes the way we define and approach “responsible pet ownership.” This conversation aims to bring diverse perspectives to a complex issue impacting communities, veterinarians, and the animals we serve. We welcome questions and interaction from attendees and hope to foster an engaging, thoughtful dialogue. This session will include a Q&A. Please share any questions you’d like to ask our panelists in the registration form below.
Our Panelists:
– Dr. Sohaila Jafarian, DVM, MPH (MCVMA Board Member)
– Dr. Chumkee Aziz, DVM, DABVP (Shelter Medicine Practice)
– Dr. Julie Levy, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Internal Medicine), DABVP (Shelter Medicine Practice)
WSAVA Guidelines for Control of Reproduction in Dogs and Cats: https://wsava.org/global-guidelines/reproduction-guidelines/
MCVMA’s Response to WSAVA Guidelines: https://mcvma.org/position-statements/
An ASV Critique: The 2024 WSAVA Guidelines for the Control Of Reproduction in Dogs and Cats: https://doi.org/10.56771/jsmcah.v4.120
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Ycs0c-LOTyGev1F7BHuRcA#/registration

Webinar - 5/21/25 - Summa Fundraising Series Session 2: Special Events - CalAnimals
2025-05-21 10:00 - 11:00
Presented by: Summa sponsored fundraising professionals

To event or not to event—that is the question! Join us for an engaging workshop to explore whether special events should play a role in your fundraising strategy. Learn insider tips and proven techniques to plan unforgettable events that drive success and amplify your mission. Don’t miss this chance to take your fundraising to the next level!
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OenLwg_DRGS0Oa46l1haTQ#/registration

Webinar - 5/21/25 - Panleukopenia 101: A Guide for Fosters and Caregivers - National Kitten Coalition
2025-05-21 16:30 - 17:30
Don’t miss this invaluable opportunity to learn from Dr. Emily Coleman as she explores the life-saving strategies for panleukopenia in kittens. Specifically designed for foster families and kitten caregivers, this webinar will provide you with crucial knowledge on recognizing early symptoms, accessing timely care, and implementing effective vaccination and cleaning protocols to stop the spread of this devastating disease. Equip yourself with the tools and confidence to safeguard the health of the kittens you care for and make a lasting impact on their lives.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4117434563319/WN_zwMw0g2xStK9RJ3xNbcMyQ#/registration

Webinar - 5/28/25 - Making Kittens Count: Kitten-Focused Data Insights and Opportunities - Shelter Animals Count
2025-05-28 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for this exciting conversation with Hannah Shaw, aka “The Kitten Lady”. This session explores how better data-keeping for pre-adoption age kittens can drive lifesaving outcomes for the tiniest felines. Hannah will share fascinating new national insights from SAC’s animal-level data, uncover the challenges and opportunities of tracking kittens, and offer practical strategies to improve how we record, understand, and act on kitten-focused data.
Plus, you’ll hear the latest initiatives from Hill’s Pet Nutrition, and the latest data from Shelter Animals Count.
Panelists:
Hannah Shaw – The Kitten Lady
Tori Fugate- Shelter Animals Count
Stephanie Filer – Shelter Animals Count
Courtney Suthoff – Hill’s Pet Nutrition
This webinar will be recorded and shared at http://shelteranimalscount.org/unlocking-animal-data-series/.
Making Kittens Count is part of the Unlocking Animal Data series, powered by Hill’s Pet Nutrition.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_88p4zhlHSomTktSvHqwxGQ#/registration
