Shelter Learniverse

Webinar – 11/9/23 – Maddie’s Insights: Strategies for Challenging Ableism in Companion Animal Welfare – Maddie’s Fund
2023-11-09 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Many animal shelters and rescues unwittingly perpetuate ableism through their engagements with disabled animals, even when they are trying to help these animals. In this session, we will explore how animal shelters and rescues contribute to problematic representations of disability and engage in practices that harm these animals. We will explore strategies for challenging ableism and better serving disabled animals.
Bonus: Earn continuing education credit from The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and by the National Animal Care & Control Association and in jurisdictions which recognize Registry of Approved Continuing Education (RACE) approval.
Audience: (Vets, Vet Techs, Shelter staff, etc.) Anyone working in companion animal welfare: vets, vet techs, shelter staff, rescuers, volunteers.
Learning Objectives:
By the conclusion of this session, participants should be able to

Define ableism and the dis/ability system
Recognize ableist representations of animals and people
Identify and rework personal or organizational practices that support ableism to support better outcomes for disabled animals

Presented By: Katja M. Guenther
Professor of Gender & Sexuality Studies, University of California, Riverside, and author of The Lives and Deaths of Shelter Animals
Professor Katja M. Guenther’s research focuses on gender, social movements, human-animal relationships, and the state. Her work centers on improving our understanding of how and why inequalities of gender, race, class, dis/ability, and species reproduce so reliably, and what we can do to challenge these inequalities. She is best known in the animal well-being community as the author of The Lives and Deaths of Shelter Animals. Her scholarly work has been published in journals such as Disability Studies Quarterly, Ethnic & Racial Studies, Gender & Society, Mobilization, Politics & Gender, Signs, Social Problems, Sociological Forum, and Women’s Studies International Forum, among others. Prof. Guenther teaches courses in introductory gender & sexuality studies and gender & disability studies, as well as upper-division courses in feminist and grassroots organizing, gender and the state, and feminist animal studies.
Zoom registration link: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcasts
MPF discussion thread: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsAbleism
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcasts

Webinar - 11/9/23 - Unlocking The Canine Off Switch Through 'DO NOTHING' Training - FDSA (fee applies)
2023-11-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
Is your dog constantly on the go, struggling to settle down, or have just a bit too much energy? Ever wish your dog just had an “off switch” you could flick?
Discover the power of “DO NOTHING” training and learn how to cultivate your dog’s off switch for a calmer, more relaxed companion. In this enlightening webinar, I’ll guide you through effective techniques and strategies will help your dog find their inner calm and switch off when needed.
Whether at home, when you’re out ‘n about or even when you’re competing in your favorite sport, there are going to be times when you just need your dog to chill and DO NOTHING, but they can’t. All too often, we get caught up in teaching our dogs ALL the many “things” they need to know, and we forget how to teach them just to be and to chill. Join me as we explore the art of teaching your dog to relax through simple, yet powerful, training methods I’ve used with my dogs and how DO NOTHING training can help in and transfer to all areas of your life.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar – 11/11/23 – Colony Caretaking Tips and Tricks – Community Cats Podcast
2023-11-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
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-2023/

Webinar - 11/14/23 - The Importance of Pre-Sentence Evaluation in Animal Cruelty Cases - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2023-11-14 10:00 - 11:15 | Virtual
Animal cruelty is often linked to underlying mental health issues or illnesses, trauma, addictions, or other treatable conditions. Forensic presentence evaluations examine all of the factors surrounding an animal cruelty crime, and provide valuable information to the sentencing court in order to craft tailored sentences and reduce rates of recidivism.
Presenters
As a staff attorney with the Animal Legal Defense Fund’s Criminal Justice Program, Kathleen Wood assists prosecutors, law enforcement, and legislators throughout the country to enforce and strengthen animal protection laws. In this role, Kathleen oversees the annual Animal Protection Laws Rankings Report which compares the various strengths and weaknesses of each state’s animal cruelty laws. Kathleen has also been instrumental in the creation of ALDF’s state-specific Farmed Animal Cruelty Prosecution Guides, and represents ALDF on the steering committee for the National Link Coalition. Kathleen lives in West Linn, Oregon with her partner and two cats, Penny and Robin.
Katherine Youssouf is a staff attorney with the Criminal Justice Program at Animal Legal Defense Fund (ALDF). Prior to joining ALDF she clerked for the Honorable Kathleen Y. Mackay at the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands District for St. Thomas and St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands. She earned her J.D. from American University’s Washington College of Law in Washington, D.C. Before becoming a lawyer, Katherine worked as a social worker addressing violence against women and violations of human rights. She also worked in private practice as a clinical neurotherapist for adult, teenage, and child victims of trauma. She has a master’s in social work and social policy (M.S.W.) from the University of Chicago in Chicago, I.L., and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Baldwin Wallace University in Berea, O.H.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/the-importance-of-pre-sentence-evaluation-in-animal-cruelty-cases/

Webinar - 11/14/23 - Shelter Medicine Population Management in Animal Shelters: Intake, Wellness, Flow-through, and Outcomes - VETGirl (fee applies)
2023-11-14 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
In this 1-hour, VETgirl small animal webinar, Dr. Lena DeTar, DACVPM, DABVP-SMP reviews how animals move through shelters, what the critical control points are, the important metrics to track, and how we can optimize this movement to provide better care for animals, people, and our communities!
Not a VETgirl ELITE member? Get your learning on with the #1 veterinary CE resource – clinically relevant, practical, and accessible 24/7 on your own time! Don’t miss out – click HERE to check out your options, including our new 14-day, no-commitment ELITE Trial.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/november-14-2023-shelter-medicine-population-management-in-animal-shelters-intake-wellness-flow-through-and-outcomes/

Webinar - 11/16/23 - Denise Fenzi’s Circle Method for Basic Reactivity and Over Arousal - FDSA (fee applies)
2023-11-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
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 before purchasing to avoid duplicate purchases.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar - 11/21/23 - Empowering Dogs to Embrace Muzzles with Love - PPG (fee applies)
2023-11-21 06:00 - 07:30 | Virtual
Unlocking Muzzle Success: A Journey of Love and Trust
Is your dog’s comfort and safety a top priority?
Join us for an illuminating webinar led by Louise Stapleton-Frappell, a distinguished dog behavior consultant, professional trainer, and esteemed faculty member at DogNostics Education. In this captivating presentation, Louise will unveil a tried & tested 10-step training ‘recipe’ that includes all the ‘ingredients’ to teach your canine companion, or your clients’ dogs, how to not just accept but wholeheartedly embrace wearing a muzzle.
At DogNostics Education, we’re strong advocates of muzzle training for all dogs. Imagine having the peace of mind that, in an emergency, your dog will happily and willingly ‘muzzle up.’ It’s an invaluable skill!
What to Expect:

Understand some of the many reasons why muzzles may be required.
Gain an understanding of different muzzle styles and why some may be more appropriate than others.
Discover cutting-edge, force-free techniques to cultivate a positive association between your dog and their muzzle.
Learn how to make muzzle time a stress-free and even enjoyable experience for your furry friend, be it for vet visits, grooming, or other situations.
Gain the skills and confidence to transform your dog into a muzzle enthusiast, ensuring their well-being and your peace of mind.

But that’s not all! Throughout the presentation, we’ll provide a visual feast of video footage, demonstrating each training step with clarity and precision.
Don’t miss this exciting journey of love, trust, and positive reinforcement. Bid farewell to muzzle-related anxiety forever. Register now to unlock the potential for a harmonious and safe partnership with your four-legged companion or your canine clients!
WEBSITE LINK: https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5453145

Webinar - 11/22/23 - Empowering change: Trauma-informed leadership in the animal service sector - Vancouver Humane Society
2023-11-22 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual
Find out how board members can integrate trauma-informed care in animal services…
Join the Vancouver Humane on Wednesday, November 22nd at 9:00 am PDT for an enlightening 60-minute webinar on trauma-informed leadership in animal services organizations.
During this conversation, panelists will share their experiences and insights, shedding light on the ways leaders can integrate trauma-informed care into their organizations to positively impact the animals they serve, the well-being of the people who care for them, and the staff who interact with both animals and clients. Panelists will explore topics including:

How can a board ensure that trauma-informed principles are integrated into the organization’s governance structure and decision-making processes?
What steps can an organization take to ensure that trauma-informed care is integrated into the organization’s mission, values, and long-term strategic planning?
How can an organization approach decision-making to ensure that it is inclusive, equitable, and reflective of diverse experiences and needs?
How does your organization prioritize staff mental health?
What is your approach to HR from a trauma-informed lens?
What measures has your organization taken to promote equity within its leadership and governance structures?

Attendees who stay until the end will be entered in a draw for a $100 donation to their organization.
Who should join?
Anyone who would like to learn about the role of animal service leadership in introducing a trauma-informed approach in their organization is welcome to attend! This webinar is designed for all board members in animal services including:

Humane societies;
Shelters;
Rescues; and
Other nonprofits.

WEBSITE LINK: https://vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/empowering-change-trauma-informed-leadership-in-the-animal-service-sector/

Webinar - 11/28/23 - Here, There, and Everywhere: How Harm Perpetrated in the Home Impacts the Entire Community - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2023-11-28 12:00 - 13:15 | Virtual
Participants will learn of the bi-directional relationship between community violence and family violence. Topics such as attachment/internal working models, adverse childhood experiences, and toxic stress effects will be discussed with an emphasis on how community violence impacts these critical mental health components.
Participants will also learn from case study examples of serial killers and recent mass shooting incidents of the connections between harm experienced in the home and acts of violence in the community. Findings from the presenter’s review of every major school shooting in the US since and including the shooting at Columbine High School, will be discussed along with data indicating how these tragic events may increase risk for family violence in the community during the immediate years that follow.
Finally, participants will learn of collaborative, multi-disciplinary approaches to reducing violence/abuse in the home and community with an emphasis on child mental health and ending cycles of violence and abuse. Safe communities start with safe homes.
Presenter:
Andrew Campbell is an expert on family violence and the associated risks of harm for adults, children, and animals residing in homes where this violence occurs. Andrew obtained his master’s degree in Public Health from Purdue University and has presented at over 150 professional conferences and trainings since 2019. His many publications over the last several years include papers cited by the FBI, CDC, United Nations, and in over 1,200 international academic papers and research studies. His book, “Not Without My Pet: Understanding the Relationship between Victims of Domestic Violence and Their Pets,” was released in September of 2021. In addition to being an author, researcher, and educator, Andrew also speaks as a survivor of family violence in childhood.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/here-there-and-everywhere-how-harm-perpetrated-in-the-home-impacts-the-entire-community/

Webinar - 11/29/23 - Increasing Affordable and Accessible Veterinary Care: Pyometra Surgery - ASPCAPro
2023-11-29 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual
Pyometra (infection of the uterus) is a life-threatening condition that affects dogs and cats. Definitive treatment of this condition involves surgery to remove the infected uterus; however, many clients who do not have access to spay surgery also do not have access to pyometra surgery.
This webinar will discuss ways to increase access to pyometra surgery, including performing surgery in nonspecialized and outpatient facilities, as well as stabilization before referral. It will also discuss recommended surgical techniques for complicated pyometras.
Takeaways

Diagnosis and prognostic factors for dogs and cats with pyometra
Spectrum of care treatment options for management of this condition
Survival rates for animals with pyometra in nonspecialized and outpatient settings
Surgical techniques for the management of complicated pyometras

Suited For

This webinar is designed for anyone who provides direct animal care, as well as those who help determine policy or resource allocation. This includes animal care staff, veterinary professionals, directors of operations, and medical managers in a variety of access to care settings. It will be of particular interest for veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and veterinary assistants

Credits

This program has been submitted for RACE approval (but is not yet approved) for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize RACE approval.

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/increasing-affordable-and-accessible-veterinary-care-pyometra-surgery

Webinar – 12/1/23 – Fancy Footwork: Practical Handling and Training Solutions for the Entire Shelter – Dogs Playing for Life
2023-12-01 09:00 - 10:30 | Virtual
While playgroups are the foundation of our shelter training program, teaching shelter teams how to implement a generalized, effective, and enjoyable way to handle and train their dogs is another essential aspect of our canine programming! In this webinar, we will teach the fundamentals of our “Fancy Footwork” techniques that focus on achieving good leash manners through the use of your FEET instead of your hands. Come learn this unique and highly effective approach that promotes dogs happily walking softly by your side, offering tons of eye contact, and wowing adopters! This new approach to leash work will enhance your handling skills and increase your ability to train ALL dogs, even those that are highly aroused, stressed, fearful, or not motivated by food, all in an effort to improve quality of life and lifesaving for dogs living in shelters.
Additionally, we will teach you how to implement our critically important kennel routines. The kennel areas of our nation’s shelters can be one of the most challenging and distressing environments that dogs–and their handlers–ever face. DPFL kennel routines have been developed and taught to shelters across the country in an effort to combat these challenges and to provide safer and more successful ways for dogs and people to maneuver through the kennels.
This is a 1.5-hour presentation followed by a Q&A session. This webinar will NOT be recorded and is scheduled on EASTERN TIME.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8KVNshjUQu-Z6_vdVaqqgQ#/

Webinar - 12/2/23 - Neighborhood Cats Trapper Certification Webinar - Community Cats Podcast
2023-12-02 11:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Are you ready to be part of the solution for feral and stray cats in your neighborhood? Our expert instructors will teach you best practices for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and colony management. Learn what TNR is and why it works. We’ll cover getting along with neighbors, preparations for trapping, trapping itself (including entire colonies at once), feeding, providing winter shelter, and more. Take advantage of the interactive format, extensive handouts, and video footage of actual projects. Attendees will receive a certificate after taking a short quiz and gain access to an ongoing Facebook group for networking with other TNR activists. Instructed by Susan Richmond, executive director, and Bryan Kortis, national programs director. Session duration is 2.5 hours, followed by an optional 15-minute Q&A session. Workshops held monthly.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/the-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-dec-2023/

Webinar - 12/5/23 - Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV): How Real is the Threat? - EveryCat Health Foundation
2023-12-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Dr. Ford will discuss several key issues pertaining to the diagnosis, management, and prevention of FeLV infection, emphasizing long-term patient management as it relates to the origins and development of infection, interpretation of diagnostic test results, and the practical side of vaccination decisions. He will discuss use and interpretation of the latest testing platform to assess outcomes in the individual patient.
This webinar is RACE approved for 1 CE Credit.
Presenter: Richard Ford, DVM, DACVIM, DACVPM (Hon)
WEBSITE LINK: https://everycat.org/3-free-race-approved-webinars-in-november-and-december/

Webinar - 12/5/23 - Crucial Cues Your Shelter Dogs, Volunteers & Adopters Should Know - 'Sit' Not Included with Leo Taylor - PPG (fee applies)
2023-12-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Shelters often market dog volunteer positions as ‘dog walking’ opportunities but there’s an argument to be made that the physical exercise a shelter dog is receiving is not nearly the most important piece of the puzzle. The adage that a ‘tired dog is a happy dog’ has long been bemoaned by qualified dog professionals who are aware of the bigger wellness picture. The expectations placed on shelter dogs are A LOT for them to process both mentally and emotionally, and without conscientious volunteer training that prioritizes consistency and predictability they become susceptible to confusion, frustration, punishment, and behavioral decline. Similarly, transferring these simple skills to the dog’s adopter can make or break their ability to bond while transitioning into a new home.
Training and being a conscientious dog volunteer involves so much more than simply taking a dog on a walk and this webinar aims to highlight skills that will benefit nearly every dog during their shelter stay. It will not only help volunteers learn how to effectively execute the skills included, but will also emphasize the multifaceted benefits to both dog and human when becoming fluent in said skills. Our volunteers are here to help, so let’s be sure we’re providing them with the tools they need to make interactions with shelter dogs as stress-free as possible for both ends of the leash!
About the Presenter: Leo “LT” Taylor has worked and volunteered in San Francisco shelters for 13 years. As they have told the hundreds of dog volunteers they’ve trained, it’s rarely the case that a dog would choose to be in even the ‘nicest’ shelter, so it’s our job to bring the light back into their lives during an otherwise difficult and taxing chapter. LT is currently a senior in the prestigious Academy for Dog Trainers and is thrilled to be serving on the PPG Shelter & Rescue Division committee. They’re in the midst of launching their own training business – Little King Trash Dog Behavior Consulting and Training – named after their deaf shelter dog, Lemmy, who was found evading people and digging through trash cans in San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park. LT believes every shelter dog deserves patience, respect, and an understanding of why they are the way they are by the people entrusted with their care.
WEBSITE LINK: https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5469631

Webinar – 12/6/23 – DPFL’s Approach to On-Leash Reactivity – Dogs Playing for Life
2023-12-06 09:00 - 10:30 | Virtual
Reactivity on the part of dogs living in shelters is a rampant issue that can contribute to behavioral deterioration, increased length of stay, and even loss of life. From a misdiagnosis of “aggression” to dogs whose reactive behavior escalates to problematic and potentially unsafe levels, learning how to help dogs suffering from reactivity issues is a crucial need shared by our entire industry.
While this webinar can be attended as a standalone course, we will build on our Fancy Footwork approach to handling and training to offer practical training, handling, and safety solutions to on-leash reactivity for dogs living in shelters.
This is a 1.5-hour presentation followed by a Q&A session. This webinar will NOT be recorded and is scheduled on EASTERN TIME.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uI1UvBOKS0Gj0MYiJa3_qw#/

Webinar Series - 12/6 and 12/13/23 - Legal Meets Best Practices - Translating California regulations into best practices that benefit you, your shelter, and the people and animals in your community - Maddie'sⓇ Million Pet Challenge
2023-12-06 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-12-13 10:00 - 11:30
REGISTER FOR THE EVENT NOW – CLICK HERE
The webinar series you’ve been asking for!
Legal Meets Best Practices: Translating California regulations into best practices that benefit you, your shelter, and the people and animals in your community.
Part 1 – December 6, 2023 – 10 AM to 11:30 AM Pacific
Part 2 – December 13, 2023 – 10 AM to 11:30 AM Pacific
Join us in this two-part series as we embark on a fun, interactive journey to demystify California’s legal landscape and discover how California laws and regulations can work in harmony with shelter policy to reduce unnecessary intakes and shorten shelter stays.
In this series, we will cut through the legalese, distill key takeaways, and provide you with practical, “what does this mean for me and my work?” guidance. If your shelter squad only ever attends one webinar series about how legal guidelines can be used to your advantage, let this be the one.
At the end of this series, you’ll understand how California laws and regulations should impact and inform best practices in how your shelter approaches critical areas including:

Improving Community Cat Programs
Getting lost animals home fast
Focusing intake on the neediest animals
Knowing intake & holding period requirements
Knowing who can do what in the shelter

Powered by partnership. This webinar is brought to you by the Maddie’sⓇ Million Pet Challenge Learniverse at the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program, San Francisco SPCA’s Shelter PALS program, and CalAnimals. By sharing our diverse expertise and working together to find the intersections where California law impacts animal shelters, we’ve formulated holistic shelter practices that allow you to better leverage the law.

Want to invite others to this webinar?
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Webinar - 12/6/23 - Brave Spaces: Creating a Workplace that Truly Fosters Inclusion - The AAWA
2023-12-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Leaders who create work environments that fully support diverse identities have to be not only safe but brave. Inclusive organizations build cultures of psychological safety, in which all members feel safe and encouraged to share their honest ideas, opinions, and concerns without fear of being ridiculed or punished. When we have that kind of safety we can build brave spaces, in which individuals can engage in courageous conversations about uncomfortable topics, can dissent respectfully, and can challenge systems that impede progress toward diversity, equity, and inclusion for all.
In this session, we will explore some of the nuances between safe spaces and brave spaces, and identify skills and actions for leaders to create thriving environments that are both safe and brave. Leaders who wish to establish an inclusive work environment will especially benefit from this webinar.
Presenter: Jasmin M. Robinson, Director of DEI Initiatives, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement
This webinar has been pre-approved for:

1 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit
1 NACA CE
1 CE towards ACO CE requirements per Ch. 829 of the Texas Health and Safety Code by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)

WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/12-06-23

Webinar - 12/7/23 - Grants & Funding Opportunities with the Petfinder Foundation - Petfinder
2023-12-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
New webinar alert! Discover how easy it is to apply for and secure funding to support your organization’s mission of helping pets in need.
Grants from the Petfinder Foundation can provide funding for medical care, enrichment initiatives, staff training, and more. Join us for a webinar highlighting the impact of Petfinder Foundation grants on member organizations. Discover how easy it is to apply and secure funding to support your organization’s mission of helping pets in need.
What you will learn:

Foundation Insights: Learn about the Petfinder Foundation’s mission to provide vital resources, grants, and support to organizations like yours.
Funding Opportunities & How to Apply: See which funding opportunities are available, learn how to apply, and how the Sponsor-a-pet program can help earn additional dollars for your organization.
Creative Ways to Use Grants: Learn how other organizations have used Petfinder Foundation grants to implement life-saving programs, and make a lasting difference in the lives of animals in their communities.
Tips & Best Practices: Learn valuable tips for the application process and get best practices on making the most of a grant, from project management to effective utilization of funds for long-term success.
Q&A Session: Participate in a live Q&A session with representatives from the Petfinder Foundation. Get your burning questions answered and gain valuable insights from their expertise.

WEBSITE LINK: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5041598797999228245

Webinar - 12/7/23 - Paws for Celebration: A Look into Resources, Tools, and the Year Ahead From the HASS Division Leads - HASS
2023-12-07 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
Join us for a live webinar that promises a celebration of the work done by the HASS community and valuable insights into tools, resources, and the work shaping the future of supporting people and pets! Don’t miss out on your exclusive access to HASS division leads: Maggie Lynch, Senior Director of Research and Development, and Amanda Foster, Assistant Director of Implementation Analysis, will share our Social Return on Investment (SROI) in Supporting Human-Animal Bonds research collection and examples of data dashboards that help HASS pilots improve their operations. Lauren Loney, Staff Attorney and Policy Specialist, will talk about all things legislative, including our legislation tracker and how you can use it as an important advocacy tool, along with HASS’s 2024 legislative priorities. Lastly, Eliza Torres, Maddie’s® Education and Implementation Manager, will showcase the new HASS Resource Center and tease a powerful new tool coming in 2024. Vincent Medley, Maddie’s® Director of Human Animal Support Services, will moderate.
Register below and join us live on Thursday, December 7 at 5 p.m. CT. After the live event, a recording will be distributed to all registrants within 3 business days.
WEBSITE LINK: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/7816739797796/WN_ImkXniQoTeW_s_NoCFXyuQ#/

Webinar - 1/31/24 - The Vomiting Dog - VETGirl
2023-12-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
In this complimentary, 1-hour VETgirl – Ceva Animal Health webinar, Dr. Harry Cridge, MVB, MS, PG Cert Vet Ed, DACVIM (SAIM), DECVIM-CA, FHEA, MRCVS reviews emesis and management of vomiting in dogs and cats. Tune in as he reviews differentials, recognition of dehydration and treatment!
Thanks to sponsorship from Ceva Animal Health, the recording of this webinar will be available to view free and On-Demand until December 31, 2024. (Remember: you must be logged in as a free Basic, ELITE Trial or ELITE member to register for the live event)
Not a VETgirl ELITE member? Get your learning on with the #1 veterinary CE resource – clinically relevant, practical, and accessible 24/7 on your own time! Don’t miss out – click HERE to check out your options, including our new 14-day, no-commitment ELITE Trial.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/january-31-2024-the-vomiting-dog/

Webinar - 12/12/23 - The Roundtable: Liability Insurance Challenges - The AAWA
2023-12-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Animal sheltering organizations face growing challenges with acquiring affordable liability insurance coverage. As the number of claims (including some in the seven-figure range) continues to rise, even those shelters with solid track records are paying the price. Serious dog bites seem to be at the epicenter of this insurance crisis. Animal welfare organizations are struggling to find coverage at all, and when they do find it the cost can be prohibitive.
In this discussion co-hosted by CalAnimals and The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement, we will have a candid conversation with two representatives from the insurance industry who will share the big picture of what – from their inside perspective – is causing insurance challenges and what organizations can do to mitigate their risks and improve their chances of securing coverage.
The Roundtable Panel:

David Denniston, Director of Risk Management, McNeil and Company
Damien Zillas, Compliance Coverage Counsel, Nonprofits Insurance Alliance

Moderated by:

Jim Tedford, CAWA, President & CEO, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement
Jill Tucker, CAWA, CEO, California Animal Welfare Association

WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/RT-12-12-23

Webinar - 12/13/23 - Counting All Paws: Mastering Daily Population Rounds - Best Friends
2023-12-13 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Join us for a practical session on making daily population rounds in shelters! Daily rounds are a vital practice that help shelters reduce length of stay, keep animals moving through the shelter system, and ensures that every pet gets what they need to arrive happy and healthy at a live outcome.
This webinar will teach you what rounds should look like, demonstrate how they can help your shelter team, and include a step-by-step strategy to get to launch. Best Friends’ National Shelter Medicine team has helped several large shelters get daily rounds started, and we want to share those strategies for success with you! Rounds are a great way to improve team communication, which is often challenging in shelters. If you think you don’t have time for rounds – you must make time for this webinar! Join us and learn just how to make rounds work for your organization.
*This course has been approved for one hour of RACE CE credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval (#20-1129072). Continuing education credit is available only for those that attend live and complete requirements. CE credit is NOT available for viewing the recording; you must attend live to receive CE credit and complete a form following the webinar. Instructions on how to receive your CE certificate will be provided at the end of the webinar.
This one-hour webinar will be recorded and shared with registrants. Following the webinar, there will be a Q&A portion. Submit your questions ahead of time during registration or ask questions live at the event using the Q&A box.
Best Friends Speakers: Erin Katribe, DVM, MS – Medical Director Melanie Lyons – Manager, National Shelter Medicine
WEBSITE LINK: https://bestfriends-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/7616999885486/WN_CUxeMFqnSN69zGU50Mwn4A#/

Webinar - 12/14/23 - Improving Canine Quality of Life through Efficient, Low-Cost Dental Care - ASPCAPro
2023-12-14 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual
What to do about canine dental health is one of the hottest topics in accessible veterinary care today. While everyone agrees that all dogs would benefit from regular dental procedures, the cost of dental care (including digital dental radiography) is well beyond the reach of many pet owners. Many shelter and community clinics provide some dental care to patients but often do so with guilt and conflict about not being able to provide the extensive care needed (or even worry about practicing below the perceived standard of care).
In this webinar, we will present results from an ASPCA-funded study that investigated the impact of dental cleaning on the quality of life of canine patients. Additionally, we investigated how an empirical treatment plan (pulling any obvious loose or severely diseased teeth) compared to recommendations made from a blinded radiograph review. Finally, we documented the incidence of retained roots for dogs who had extractions and followed these dogs forward in time for 6 months. This project aimed to answer the question of whether or not providing some care was better than providing no care for patients with end-stage canine dental disease. As many dogs ideally need dental procedures as often as every year, it is essential to come up with an affordable approach.
Takeaways

Understand current controversies around canine dental care.
Be able to describe strategies to make dentistry procedures more efficient.
Discuss improving communication around dental care using spectrum of care approaches.

Credits
This program has been RACE approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/improving-canine-quality-life-through-efficient-low-cost-dental-care

Webinar - 12/14/23 - Maddie's Insights: The Development of and Research on the Family Bondedness Scale - Maddie's Fund
2023-12-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
The Family Bondedness Scale (FBS) was designed to measure scores which represent the degree to which a person is emotionally and affectionately bonded to a pet as a member of their family. This presentation will cover the development and use of, and research to date on, the FBS when measuring equivalence between cat and dog owners. Dr. Nugent will go over the rationale for the scale, what it is intended to measure, how it was developed, how scores on the scale should be interpreted and how it should be scored and used. He will also discuss current research on the scale and the implications of the results in both veterinary research and practice.
Can’t attend live? Register anyway and you will get a link to the recording: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcasts
Connect with the guest speaker & ask questions here on Maddie’s Pet Forum: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsFamilyBondednessScale
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 and has been submitted for approval for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize the Registry of Approved Continuing Education (RACE) approval.
About the Presenter: Dr. Bill Nugent is a Professor at the College of Social Work, The University of Tennessee in Knoxville. He has been with the College of Social Work for over 30 years. He is former Director of the Ph.D. Program, and former Associate Dean for Research. His areas of specialization include measurement and quantitative methods. He has also been conducting research on the links between violent political rhetoric and violence, including mass shootings and police shootings of civilians. He and his wife ran a Great Dane rescue organization for a number of years, and he is one of few professors with a background as a catcher in a flying trapeze act.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcasts

Webinar - 12/14/23 - Alleviate Communication Anxiety: Finding Connections with Colleagues and Clients - Fear Free
2023-12-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Communicating effectively with others is often challenging and stress-inducing. During this webinar, Dr. Maryse Osborn-Doser, DVM, Insights Discovery Client Practitioner with IDEXX, and Rebeka Graham, a Licensed Practitioner with Insights Discovery, will walk through the value of a deeper understanding of psychology preferences in communications, along with tools to adapt and connect more effectively in conversations with your colleagues and clients.
In this webinar, we will:

Discuss how perceptions and preferences influence attitudes and decisions
Describe the value of recognizing and adapting to personality preferences in communications
Identify your psychology of preferences
Evaluate how color preferences look in real life

Brought to you by our friends at IDEXX.
Dr. Osborn is a 2005 graduate of The Ohio State University. She started in a mixed-animal practice in Western New York; after a few years, she focused on small animal medicine and surgery. Before joining IDEXX in 2016, she worked in two different private practices as well as doing relief work. Her career at IDEXX started with supporting the Upstate New York region as a Professional Services Veterinarian. In the fall of 2019, she moved to the Commercial Learning team to launch the North America Regional Thought Leaders program where she is now the Sr. Manager of Commercial Learning Enablement. As both a practitioner and industry professional, she has seen the power of connections in communications, and in October 2020, she became a certified Client Practitioner with Insights Discovery.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_i8-h_hjjQxiuQDkkGG3ZsA#/

Webinar – 12/18/23 – Stranger Danger! Advocating for and Advancing Your Human-Reactive Dogs – Dogs Playing for Life
2023-12-18 09:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
At Dogs Playing for Life’s Stranger Danger webinar, hosted by Aimee Sadler, CEO and Founder of DPFL, you will learn how to work with dogs that are wary of strangers by building their confidence and helping them develop new skills which will enable them to meet new people (and potential adopters) happily and successfully! Even for the private dog trainer or dog owner, the skills taught in this webinar will help support your stranger danger dog to expand their comfort level when meeting new people at home!
This webinar will demonstrate:
— DPFL’s Assess and Progress approach: fluttering between assessing and influencing behavior to determine how a dog might respond WITHOUT proper human support to determine what training is necessary for successful placement
— Comprehensive Tool Selection: determining what tool will best support the dog while keeping the handler and others safe during the learning process
— Principles vs. Methods: determining what approach will teach the dog as efficiently and effectively as possible
— Creative Proofing: conducting training with the goal of solid generalization of new skills so that dogs are able to work for multiple handlers with clarity and confidence
Come learn how to safely and effectively reach this segment of the canine population through in-depth behavior analysis, dynamic video examples, and practical approaches designed for anyone who is trying to find solutions for the dogs who need this extra human support.
This is a 1.5-hour presentation followed by a Q&A session. This webinar will NOT be recorded and is scheduled on EASTERN TIME.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PryYmMAjTM2sQnypPTv2bw#/

Webinar - 12/21/23 - Ask the Expert! Keeping Tenants & Their Pets Together - Maddie's Fund
2023-12-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join us on Thursday, December 21 at 12n Pacific / 3pm Eastern for a Q& A with housing rights expert Dianne Prado of Housing Advocacy & Equity Resource Team (HEART LA).
Hear about the three most important things you can ask and do to help a person with a pet who is facing housing insecurity or unable to find housing because of their pet. This will be a highly interactive discussion, so bring your questions for Dianne to answer as well as any issues or topics related to pets and housing that you have for her.
Attendees will also

learn the basic eviction process
leave with concrete steps to help a person remain housed with their pet
debunk myths that either scare people into surrendering their pets because of housing insecurity or prevent people from fostering or adopting a pet

REGISTER HERE
This one-hour meeting will be recorded, so register even if you cannot attend live. You’ll be sent the on-demand recording link when it is ready.
It 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.
Maddie’s Fund does not share registration information.
About the presenter
Dianne Prado (pictured above with her dog) is the Founder and President of the Housing Equity & Advocacy Resource Team (HEART LA), a legal non-profit that helps ensure people and their pets remain housed. Dianne is an appointed public member of the CA Veterinary Medical Board, trainer and consultant for the Stay Housed Los Angeles (SHLA) Eviction Defense Program, and Lecturer in Law for UCLA Law School teaching Los Angeles Housing Law and Policy.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddiesfund-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvdOyoqToqG9YM4YJfE_sdYrvCqEfgCv1I#/

Webinar - 1/10/24 - Trans* Inclusive Workplaces - The AAWA
2024-01-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Toward a Culture of Belonging and Inclusion in Animal Welfare
How can we ensure inclusion, safety, and belonging for transgender* people in our organizations?
Webinar attendees will unpack the importance of DEI work concerning transgender, non-binary, and gender-fluid people in the animal sheltering and well-being movement, and how this work is inherently anti-racist and anti-oppressive. This webinar will cover a brief history of gender, the intersectional, Black Feminist roots of queer theory, and unpack some of the most asked questions about transgender and non-binary identities.
Attendees will walk away with tangible ideas that your organization can implement to create more trans-inclusivity, equity, and belonging, and will understand how these actions can contribute to your overall DEI efforts.
Presenter: Rory Adams, Senior Manager of Adoption Initiatives. PetSmart Charities
(Image via All Are Welcome Here)
WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/1-10-24

Webinar – 1/11/24 – For Dog’s Sake, Can You Stop That? Canine-Friendly Body Language Improvements for Humans – Dogs Playing for Life
2024-01-11 09:00 - 11:30 | Virtual
Dogs are resilient and oh-so-forgiving! These qualities make them endearing as companions, along with their ability to love unconditionally. So, why do some dogs struggle to understand us when we are offering affection or when we want to help them, not harm them? In this session, we will focus on the HUMAN handling that contributes to unwanted behavior, even “aggression”. Get ready to rethink your approach as we reveal the common and widely accepted and taught handling errors that set dogs up for failure. Through extensive video examples, we will demonstrate alternative handling techniques that help dogs to trust and thrive!

This webinar will demonstrate:
– Examples of handling that causes negative behavior compared to handling that promotes desired behavior
– Demonstration of handling that induces trust and learning with dogs that are too afraid to respond initially to food rewards or affection
– Comprehensive discussion around the correct use of pressure and release and why this is a critical skill for shelter canine handlers to master to save more dogs
This is a 2-hour presentation followed by a Q&A session. This webinar will NOT be recorded and is scheduled at EASTERN TIME.
WEBSITE LINK: https://dogsplayingforlife.com/webinars/
