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SUMMARY:Webinar - 6/25/24 - Data Driven Information on Recruiting and Retaining Shelter Veterinarians - CalAnimals
DESCRIPTION:As follow up to the 2023 Access to Veterinary Care in CA Shelters survey\, which documented the degree and impact of the veterinary shortage on shelter welfare and lifesaving\, Drs. Hurley and Scarlett conducted a follow up survey to understand what factors attract (and repel) veterinarians from working in shelters. In this webinar\, information from both state and national studies will be presented that highlight factors important to shelter veterinarians and provide shelter leaders with actions to improve their ability to recruit and retain veterinary professionals. \nPresenters:  \nJennifer Scarlett\, DVM\, San Francisco SPCA\nKate Hurley\, DVM\, UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_06kG9nJPS-eIrPcLw0RqJQ#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-6-25-24-data-driven-information-on-recruiting-and-retaining-shelter-veterinarians-calanimals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240626T120000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 6/26/24 - Advancements in Neonatal Kitten Care - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION:Neonatal kitten care has seen significant advancements over the last decade. At the same time\, social media had created thousands of influencers sharing information on the best ways to save these little ones. This information is often conflicting. In 2023\, several major shelter medicine programs and animal advocacy groups updated their guidelines for caring for neonatal kittens which added even more confusion and debate about the best ways to care underage kittens. \nJoin Dr. Julie Levy and Marnie Russ for a review of these changes and clarification about feeding schedules\, weaning age\, temperature regulation\, euthanasia rates\, medical interventions\, combining litters\, socialization\, and adoption. Come away knowing how you and your shelter can provide neonatal kittens with the best possible care. \nThis 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 submitted for approval for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize the Registry of Approved Continuing Education (RACE) approval. \nGuest Speakers: \nDr. @Julie Levy\, Fran Marino Distinguished Professor of Shelter Medicine Education at the\nUniversity of Florida \n@Marnie Russ\, National Kitten College Program Administrator\, National Kitten College/Animal Welfare League of Arlington \nWEBSITE LINK:  http://maddies.fund/WebcastRegistrationNeonatalKittens
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-6-26-24-advancements-in-neonatal-kitten-care-maddies-fund/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240626T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240626T150000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 6/26/24 - Caring for the People that Care for Animals: Prioritizing Staff Well-being in Animal Welfare - Best Friends
DESCRIPTION:Mental health is a challenge for shelter and rescue staff\, many struggling with burnout and compassion fatigue\, and the data proves it. Roughly 90% of shelter staff reported high levels of compassion fatigue according to a 2023 Best Friends study titled “Quality of Life Assessment: A study of U.S. animal shelter staff well-being.” \nAs the demands of animal welfare continue to intensify\, it becomes crucial to recognize and address the toll it can take on the people working tirelessly behind the scenes. Often\, organizations make it the individual’s responsibility to solve this challenge by providing self-care tips or meditation apps. While these are helpful tools\, the vital topic of how to find staff well-being solutions organization-wide is often overlooked. We’re addressing exactly that in this live webinar featuring \n\nMichael Keiley\, CAWA\, Vice President of the Animal Protection Division for MSPCA-Angell in Massachusetts\nAlisha Vianello\, Executive Director of Gateway Pet Guardians in Illinois\nAmanda Loellke\, Adoption and Foster Manager\, Gateway Pet Guardians\, East St. Louis\, IL\nLeah Craig Chumbley (Fieser)\, Executive Director of Brother Wolf Animal Rescue in North Carolina\n\nThis panel will be moderated by licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Amanda Weiss\, PsyD\, who consulted with Best Friends staff on the 2023 study. \nThese experts will share their experiences recognizing the need for change in their organizations to prioritize staff well-being and delve deep into the challenges along with practical solutions to achieve it. Register now and join live on June 26 at 5pm ET. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://bestfriends-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/7117134723360/WN_W91ZBvhUTGqEcUIa9XNgIA#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-6-26-24-caring-for-the-people-that-care-for-animals-prioritizing-staff-well-being-in-animal-welfare-best-friends/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240626T170000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 6/26/24 - Circle of Care: Amputation Pain Solutions & Home Recovery Insights for Amputee Pets & Their People - HSVMA
DESCRIPTION:Amputations are major surgeries that are painful not only intraoperatively\, but can also be painful for a fairly long time post-operatively. The longer recovery time from pain is due to the large areas of soft tissue involvement at the surgery site and the severing of numerous\, some fairly large\, nerves. The latter initiates neuropathic pain\, which can be difficult to control. If the amputation is done because of a painful lesion\, the pre-existing pain will exacerbate the intra- and post-operative pain. Dr Grubb will discuss pre-\, intra-and post-operative analgesic strategies. \nAttendees will learn about the most immediate concerns that pet parents have when their dog or cat has had a limb amputation. The goal is to encourage discussion before and after surgery\, in order to facilitate a smoother recovery with less emotional burden on the pet parent as well as the veterinary team. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nReview the normal pain pathway\nDiscuss the changes in the pain pathway with pre-existing pain\nDefine neuropathic pain and the role in post-amputation pain\nExplore pre-\, intra-and post-operative analgesic strategies\nDevelop tools to address the important discussion points for the pet parent such as potential mobility challenges and realistic expectations during and after recover\n\nThis webinar is FREE for all attendees.\n1.5 hours of RACE CE credits (medical) will be available for HSVMA members only (pending approval).\nNot yet a member? Join HERE! \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://hsvma.memberclicks.net/webinar-circle-of-care-amputations
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-6-26-24-circle-of-care-amputation-pain-solutions-home-recovery-insights-for-amputee-pets-their-people-hsvma/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240627T110000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 6/27/24 -  Animal Disaster Response & Preparedness: An Overview - CalAnimals
DESCRIPTION:Disasters come in a variety of forms and can have wide-ranging implications for the communities we serve. Taught by CalAnimals Disaster Program Manager Ryan Soulsby and Principal Consultant John Peaveler of Humane Innovations\, this course provides an overview of preparedness and response\, including the unique challenges faced by Animal Care and Control Professionals. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8hShtDlPS-WklTIf9EKPsw#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-6-27-24-animal-disaster-response-preparedness-an-overview-calanimals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240627T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240627T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 6/27/24 - Recognizing and Understanding Bias for the Animal Welfare Professional - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
DESCRIPTION:Our brains are amazing at making connections\, doing work\, and making decisions without us ever realizing it. Like when you drive home and realize as you’re parking that you don’t really remember the drive – yup – your unconscious brain played navigator so you could zone out a bit. However\, these unconscious connections and processes can have a lasting effect on how you do your job. \nJoin us as we discuss different types of bias and how they unconsciously invade your decisions and actions on and off the job. \n\nLearn to identify 5-8 different bias types\nUnderstand how bias and cynicism can play off of each other;\nThat bias\, while often thought of as a negative\, is actually an evolutionary necessity that we can earn to identify and work on\nAnd how to create a shared language around bias so your entire team can work on being more aware of these unconscious traps.\n\nAbout the Presenter \nOfficer Jace Huggins has been an enforcement officer and animal care professional for more than 15 years\, serving in a diverse set of roles with agencies throughout California.  As an Animal Care Manager for Placer SPCA\, he oversaw the husbandry and care of all animals in the shelter. He then became an animal control officer for the City of Sacramento and in time\, earned the title of Chief Animal Control Officer. He recently took on the role of Vice President and Chief of Humane Law Enforcement at San Diego Humane Society. His team services a population of just over 2\,500\,000. Jace directs\, coordinates\, and evaluates Humane law activities including the enforcement of laws related to animal protection and the sheltering of animals; develops and implements animal control programs and field enforcement policies; and assists with the coordination of division activities with the 13 cities that SDHS contracts with. One of his proudest accomplishments is the development of the Sacramento P.A.W.S. (Promoting Animal Welfare and Safety) program\, which includes volunteer field responders for low-risk/high-education need kitten calls\, a no barrier resource program for owners\, and a door-to-door resource program led by officer/volunteer teams. He works diligently on innovative programs that focus on keeping pets in their homes and providing owners with non-judgmental\, low/no barrier access to resources. Jace prioritizes inclusion in animal welfare\, serving on multiple DEI committees. He was a trainer for the City Of Sacramento Police Academy\, serves as a board member for NACA\, and is a law enforcement trainer with the Humane Society of the United States. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/recognizing-and-understanding-bias-for-the-animal-welfare-professional/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-6-27-24-recognizing-and-understanding-bias-for-the-animal-welfare-professional-naca-justice-clearinghouse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240709T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240709T113000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/9/24 - DPFL Playgroups: The Why\, the What\, and the How - Dogs Playing for Life
DESCRIPTION:Learn about all the ways in which DPFL Playgroups are transforming shelters all across the country! This webinar (formerly offered in three parts) will cover the Why\, the What\, and the How of playgroups. Attendees will be introduced to dynamic video examples and impactful data and experiences from some of the over 350 shelters who have embraced the power of letting shelter dogs play! This is a 3.5-hour presentation with Q&A at intervals throughout. This webinar will not be recorded. This course has been pre-approved for 3 continuing education unit (CEU) credits for Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA) by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement (AAWA) and by the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP). \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://dogsplayingforlife.com/webinars/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-9-24-dpfl-playgroups-the-why-the-what-and-the-how-dogs-playing-for-life/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240709T110000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/9/24 - Organizational Disaster Checklist Update and Review - CalAnimals
DESCRIPTION:The CalAnimals Emergency Management Committee created a terrific resource called the Organizational Disaster Preparedness Checklist\, sponsored by Hills. CalAnimals has added some useful sections and updated current information and links. Please join us as we take a refreshing look at the Checklist and drive into the updates. The Checklist is designed to help local animal welfare agencies by providing ideas for protocols\, contracts\, networking\, and support during a disaster. Taught by CalAnimals Disaster Program Manager Ryan Soulsby and Principal Consultant John Peavler of Humane Innovations. \nIf you missed the original webinar in 2021\, here is the link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/FExuaOLi8-JLsi2dguxPAGfMvEk2S3PnZ5z4WKG4cs2lWgz7NJP4Tedz4pQqbqeQ.GQ1tMFbhjjawLD0p. This training will give a brief overview of the original Checklist\, but primarily focus on the new sections and updates. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Dwyl3aRtQsaT28qso7j4KA#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-9-24-organizational-disaster-checklist-update-and-review-calanimals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240709T111500
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/9/24 - Unleashing Potential: The Canine CellMates Model for Developing and Implementing a Human-Canine Rehabilitation Program - NACA
DESCRIPTION:Canine CellMates is an innovative 501(c)(3) that strives to create meaningful\, positive connections between people facing felony charges and rescue dogs saved from local municipal shelters. \nBoth in and out of custody\, Canine CellMates facilitates programs in Fulton County (Atlanta)\, Georgia\, that utilize the healing power of shelter dogs to break the cycle of incarceration for individuals in our community\, providing a safe environment for meaningful self-reflection and personal growth. \nThe in-custody program serves pre-trial inmates in the Fulton County Jail. For ten weeks\, the program participants live and work alongside the dogs they train\, using positive reinforcement training methods only. During their time together\, the men and dogs form meaningful bonds and develop essential life skills. At the end of the 10-week cycle\, they graduate in a joyful ceremony that showcases their progress. \nThe out-of-custody program\, called “Beyond the Bars\,” is an intensive\, year-long program that serves as an alternative to a prison sentence for selected individuals—helping men return home to their families while giving them the life skills and the safe space to practice making better decisions and building a better future. \nHaving explored the structural and penological underpinnings of this model in an earlier session\, we focus here on how programs like this can be set up and function in other jurisdictions for the ultimate benefit of individual defendants and their families\, rescued animals\, and the community as a whole. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/unleashing-potential-the-canine-cellmates-model-for-developing-and-implementing-a-human-canine-rehabilitation-program/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-9-24-unleashing-potential-the-canine-cellmates-model-for-developing-and-implementing-a-human-canine-rehabilitation-program-naca/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240711T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240711T140000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/11/24 - Is Intermittent Reinforcement Always Good? - PPG (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Intermittent reinforcement is a common method used in positive dog training. For mot trainers\, continuous reinforcement is recommended until the learner successfully understand the behavior that is being cued\, then the trainer will often recommend switching from continuous to intermittent reinforcement. Many trainers use the example of intermittent reinforcement being like a slot machine sometimes you get a pay out and sometimes you don’t. The phycology behind the idea is to get the learner to continue to do the behavior even when a reward is not immediately present. \nIntermittent reinforcement can be a great method but we also need to look at the other side of intermittent reinforcement. In abuse situations\, intermittent reinforcement can also be associated with something called a “trauma bond”. This is where an abuser brings flowers one day and abuses the next. This type of intermittent reinforcement will “bond” the victim to the abused but as positive reinforcement animal trainers\, we need to make sure that our training methods are not turning into something aversive. \nLearning Objectives \n\nWhy intermittent reinforcement is commonly recommended in the dog training world\n How intermittent reinforcement is “supposed to” work\nWhy intermittent reinforcement can backfire\nUnderstanding trauma bond in domestic violence and how it relates to dog\ntraining\nImportant things to consider when using or recommending intermittent reinforcement\nWays to make intermittent reinforcement positive\n\nPresenter Riley  BA\, RVT\, CPDT KA\, KPA-CTP \nShannon Riley is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer\, Registered Veterinary Technician\, Wellness Coach\, and Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner. Shannon has been a pet lover all her life and a dog trainer for over 20 years. She has spent her life observing\, caring for and training animals of all kinds. She has worked in the Bird Department at Marine World Africa USA\, and worked as a handler and trainer for an African Serval Cat at Safari West\, a private zoo in Santa Rosa\, California. She has participated in behavior studies including observations of bald eagles and addax antelope through the San Francisco Zoo and Safari West. \nHer education includes a Biology Degree\, specializing in Zoology from Sonoma State. She is a Registered Veterinary Technician\, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer\, a member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers\, a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner and a member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants. Shannon has also spoken at the Annual APDT (Association of Professional Dog Trainers) conferences and covered topics such as “Compassion Fatigue” and “What Is Your Dog’s Currency?” In 2021\, she spoke at Pet Professional Guilds Geek Week. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars/is-intermittent-reinforcement-always-good-with-shannon-riley/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-11-24-is-intermittent-reinforcement-always-good-ppg-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240711T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240711T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/11/24 - Why is My Dog “Ignoring” My Cue? - FDSA (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:We’ve all experienced that moment where we deliver a cue\, and our dog just doesn’t respond. It could be in a training session at home\, it could be when we are asking our dog to demonstrate their new trick to a friend\, it could be in a class setting\, or it could be in the middle of a competition run. \nIt is common to hear people say that if a dog doesn’t respond to a cue\, then they “didn’t understand”\, but sometimes we are sure that our dog does know what the cue means. At other times we hear people say that their dog is “blowing them off” (i.e. that their dog does know what the cue means\, but their dog is actively choosing to ignore the person / cue)\, but is this really a common reason for a dog to “ignore” a handler’s cue? \nIn this webinar we discuss the myriad of reasons why our dog may not respond to our first cue when cued to perform a behavior\, including; lack of understanding\, enjoying an alternative behavior\, lack of adequate motivation\, arousal in excess of optimal levels\, physical discomfort (present or anticipated)\, mental / emotional discomfort (present or anticipated)\, fatigue (physical / mental)\, and situations when the behavior is perceived as too “high effort”. \nObviously understanding why our dog is not rapidly and accurately responding to our first cue to perform a behavior is crucial to resolving the issue\, hence in this webinar we discuss all the potential reasons in detail. We also discuss strategies for ensuring that our dog does respond to our first cue on each occasion. \nPresenter: Sharon Carroll \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-11-24-why-is-my-dog-ignoring-my-cue-fdsa-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240714T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240714T133000
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SUMMARY:Online Event – 7/14/24 – Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:July 14\, 2024 | 2:00-4:30PM EDT.\n \nREGISTRATION OPEN NOW\nAre 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 of attendance 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. \nSession duration is 2.5 hours\, followed by an optional 15-minute Q&A session. \nThis 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/ \n  \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/the-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-july-2024/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-7-14-24-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-community-cats-podcast-small-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240715T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240715T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T192628Z
UID:10005418-1721048400-1721052000@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/15/24 - A Life Worth Living: Promoting Well-Being in our Animal Companions - PPG (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:How do we assess welfare and well-being in animals? What’s the difference between the two? This webinar will walk attendees through the current scientific thinking on the most effective ways to evaluate well-being\, or positive welfare\, in animals. We start with the Five Domains model and move onto another\, more updated model\, that has replaced the original Five Domains. These models are based directly on the latest research on well-being and will be applicable to anyone that works with animals. \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Kristina Spaulding has been in the dog training and behavior profession for over 20 years. She has a PhD in biopsychology—the study of the biological basis of behavior—and is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist. She also has a B.S. in Wildlife Ecology from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. She is particularly interested in stress\, neurobiology\, cognition\, emotion\, and wellbeing and how to apply these concepts to the prevention and early intervention of behavior problems in dogs. In addition to working with behavior clients\, Dr. Spaulding teaches a variety of online courses and webinars on the science of behavior through her website\, www.smartdogtrainingandbehavior.com. She also regularly presents on canine behavior science at conferences and other events. \nIn 2019\, Dr. Spaulding received the Association of Professional Dog Trainer’s (APDT’s) Member of the Year Award. She currently serves on the IAABC Foundation Board and the Fear Free Advisory group. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars-2/a-life-worth-living/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-15-24-a-life-worth-living-promoting-well-being-in-our-animal-companions-ppg-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240716T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240716T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240617T193749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T193749Z
UID:10005396-1721131200-1721135700@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/16/24 - The Missing LINK in Social Work: Addressing Animal Abuse to Improve Delivery of Services to Vulnerable Victims - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
DESCRIPTION:For far too long\, social work has conspicuously ignored companion animals’ impact on human well-being and functioning\, the powerful human-animal attachments that enhance or hinder clients’ responses to interventions\, and the Links between inter-personal and inter-species violence. A systemic “PAWS” Gap — People and Animals’ Welfare and Safety – in social work training and practice makes social workers ill-equipped for the “3-Rs” — Recognition\, Response\, and Referral — regarding clients’ concerns involving animals. The PAWS Gap affects clients’ quality of life\, decision-making\, and potential escalation into domestic\, child\, elder and animal abuse. \nThis webinar will identify six reasons why social workers should be aware of human-animal relationships and nine career opportunities\, with action steps\, to reduce the ”PAWS” Gap\, improve the delivery of services\, identify clients’ risk and resiliency factors\, enhance social and environmental justice\, and improve responses to all vulnerable members of families and communities. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/the-missing-link-in-social-work-addressing-animal-abuse-to-improve-delivery-of-services-to-vulnerable-victims/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-16-24-the-missing-link-in-social-work-addressing-animal-abuse-to-improve-delivery-of-services-to-vulnerable-victims-naca-justice-clearinghouse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240717T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240717T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240429T225635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T200212Z
UID:10005336-1721210400-1721219400@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Seminar - July 16\, 17\, 23\, and 24\, 2024  - Practical Exercises for Resolving Canine Reactivity - Puppyworks
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on training webinar in 4 sessions\n2 1/2 hr sessions on July 16\, 17\, 23 & 24\, 2024\n10 AM PST/11 AM Mountain/12 pm Central/1 PM Eastern\nOr watch the recordings afterwards!\n10 CEUs CCPDT/IAABC \nClothier’s client friendly techniques harness the voluntary actions of dogs that handlers can reinforce to minimize reactivity. The 3 key skills to accomplish this are: \n\n“Auto Check-In” (ACI): Teaches a dog to maintain connection with a handler while developing the handler’s skill to sustain it;\nPoliteness Poker: Frequently exchanging rewards for desired K9 behaviors to constantly enhance the connection\, and\nReally Real Relaxation (RRR) -Teaches shared relaxation- so the dog learns to disengage from triggering stimuli and redirect focus onto the handler/client.\n\nSuzanne’s clear instructions & accompanying videos allow your clients to readily learn each skill. \nRates:\nEarly Bird Rates through May 31\nIndividuals $99\n($ 119 after May 31) \nGroups 4+ $89\n($109 after May 31) \nAbove rates cover all 4 sessions!\nRegistrants have unlimited access to the recordings for 1 year\, whether they make the live sessions or not. \nAbout Suzanne\nHer renowned Relationship Centered Training (RCT™) has been presented at Assistance Dogs International-NA\, Wolf Park\, APDT-Association of Pet Dog Trainers\, FEMA\, Alaskan Dog Musher Assoc.\, the University of MN SPEAK Conference\, Pet Professional Guild Geek Week\, Lemonade & many other conferences worldwide. \nHer book Bones Would Rain from the Sky: Deepening Our Relationships With Dogs (Warner\, 2002) was twice voted a “Top 5 Book” by the Wall Street Journal. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.puppyworks.com/clothier2024
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-seminar-july-16-17-23-and-24-2024-practical-exercises-for-resolving-canine-reactivity-puppyworks/2024-07-17/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240721T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240721T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240624T183940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T183940Z
UID:10005407-1721584800-1721588400@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/21/24 - An Update on Feline Infectious Peritonitis: Diagnosis and New Treatment Options for Cats With FIP - VETGirl (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:This is a game-changer! \nIn this 1-hour\, VETgirl small animal webinar\, Dr. Petra Cerna\, PhD MRCVS CertAVP (SAM – F) AFHEA AdvCertFB will review the differences between feline enteric coronavirus (FECV) and feline infectious peritonitis virus (FIPV)\, the pathogenesis of FIP as well as most common clinical signs. Tune in as Dr. Cerna reviews the different diagnostic tests and new options for therapy\, including immunomodulatory drugs and antivirals\, to help with monitoring and possible complications seen with FIP therapy. \nNot 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.\ \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/july-21-2024-an-update-on-feline-infectious-peritonitis-diagnosis-and-new-treatment-options-for-cats-with-fip/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-21-24-an-update-on-feline-infectious-peritonitis-diagnosis-and-new-treatment-options-for-cats-with-fip-vetgirl-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240723T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240429T225635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T200212Z
UID:10005337-1721728800-1721737800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Seminar - July 16\, 17\, 23\, and 24\, 2024  - Practical Exercises for Resolving Canine Reactivity - Puppyworks
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on training webinar in 4 sessions\n2 1/2 hr sessions on July 16\, 17\, 23 & 24\, 2024\n10 AM PST/11 AM Mountain/12 pm Central/1 PM Eastern\nOr watch the recordings afterwards!\n10 CEUs CCPDT/IAABC \nClothier’s client friendly techniques harness the voluntary actions of dogs that handlers can reinforce to minimize reactivity. The 3 key skills to accomplish this are: \n\n“Auto Check-In” (ACI): Teaches a dog to maintain connection with a handler while developing the handler’s skill to sustain it;\nPoliteness Poker: Frequently exchanging rewards for desired K9 behaviors to constantly enhance the connection\, and\nReally Real Relaxation (RRR) -Teaches shared relaxation- so the dog learns to disengage from triggering stimuli and redirect focus onto the handler/client.\n\nSuzanne’s clear instructions & accompanying videos allow your clients to readily learn each skill. \nRates:\nEarly Bird Rates through May 31\nIndividuals $99\n($ 119 after May 31) \nGroups 4+ $89\n($109 after May 31) \nAbove rates cover all 4 sessions!\nRegistrants have unlimited access to the recordings for 1 year\, whether they make the live sessions or not. \nAbout Suzanne\nHer renowned Relationship Centered Training (RCT™) has been presented at Assistance Dogs International-NA\, Wolf Park\, APDT-Association of Pet Dog Trainers\, FEMA\, Alaskan Dog Musher Assoc.\, the University of MN SPEAK Conference\, Pet Professional Guild Geek Week\, Lemonade & many other conferences worldwide. \nHer book Bones Would Rain from the Sky: Deepening Our Relationships With Dogs (Warner\, 2002) was twice voted a “Top 5 Book” by the Wall Street Journal. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.puppyworks.com/clothier2024
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-seminar-july-16-17-23-and-24-2024-practical-exercises-for-resolving-canine-reactivity-puppyworks/2024-07-23/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240724T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240429T225635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T200212Z
UID:10005338-1721815200-1721824200@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Seminar - July 16\, 17\, 23\, and 24\, 2024  - Practical Exercises for Resolving Canine Reactivity - Puppyworks
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on training webinar in 4 sessions\n2 1/2 hr sessions on July 16\, 17\, 23 & 24\, 2024\n10 AM PST/11 AM Mountain/12 pm Central/1 PM Eastern\nOr watch the recordings afterwards!\n10 CEUs CCPDT/IAABC \nClothier’s client friendly techniques harness the voluntary actions of dogs that handlers can reinforce to minimize reactivity. The 3 key skills to accomplish this are: \n\n“Auto Check-In” (ACI): Teaches a dog to maintain connection with a handler while developing the handler’s skill to sustain it;\nPoliteness Poker: Frequently exchanging rewards for desired K9 behaviors to constantly enhance the connection\, and\nReally Real Relaxation (RRR) -Teaches shared relaxation- so the dog learns to disengage from triggering stimuli and redirect focus onto the handler/client.\n\nSuzanne’s clear instructions & accompanying videos allow your clients to readily learn each skill. \nRates:\nEarly Bird Rates through May 31\nIndividuals $99\n($ 119 after May 31) \nGroups 4+ $89\n($109 after May 31) \nAbove rates cover all 4 sessions!\nRegistrants have unlimited access to the recordings for 1 year\, whether they make the live sessions or not. \nAbout Suzanne\nHer renowned Relationship Centered Training (RCT™) has been presented at Assistance Dogs International-NA\, Wolf Park\, APDT-Association of Pet Dog Trainers\, FEMA\, Alaskan Dog Musher Assoc.\, the University of MN SPEAK Conference\, Pet Professional Guild Geek Week\, Lemonade & many other conferences worldwide. \nHer book Bones Would Rain from the Sky: Deepening Our Relationships With Dogs (Warner\, 2002) was twice voted a “Top 5 Book” by the Wall Street Journal. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.puppyworks.com/clothier2024
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-seminar-july-16-17-23-and-24-2024-practical-exercises-for-resolving-canine-reactivity-puppyworks/2024-07-24/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240724T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240724T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240718T184610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T184610Z
UID:10005440-1721847600-1721851200@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/24/24 - Who let the dogs out? Unleashing solutions: Finding solutions to the problem of Fiji's free-roaming dog population - Getting 2 Zero
DESCRIPTION:Overpopulation of dogs is an issue in Fiji\, similar to many other South Pacific and industralized nations worldwide. This presentation explores results from a door-to-door survey in the Tavakubu ward of Lautoka\, highlighting the impacts of human behavior in maintaining free-roaming dog populations\, including ownership apathy\, indiscriminate feeding\, and low compliance with responsible pet ownership practices. Our findings underscore the importance of understanding the negative impacts of “toxic charity” and emphasize the need to shift from predominantly shelter-based strategies and free-of-charge services to promoting responsible dog ownership and caregiver behaviors. Outputs of this study underscore the importance of ongoing evaluation of knowledge\, attitudes\, and practice (KAP) studies to understand how animal welfare initiatives can support community behavior changes that foster sustainable\, long-term dog population management strategies. \nThis event will be recorded and the recording will be available the day after the event. \nSpeakers: \nCasey Quimby – Co-Founder and Managing Trustee\, Animals Fiji \nCasey is an Animerican-Fijian with nearly 15 years of experience operating a shelter and multiple veterinary clinics throughout Fiji. Casey has been a pivotal figure in the region’s animal welfare efforts. She earned her Master’s Certificate in Shelter Medicine from the University of Florida in 2018 and has been at the forefront of data collection and population management in Fiji over the past four years. Her dedication to developing evidence-based\, research-informed strategies has significantly contributed to sustainable and humane solutions for companion animal population management in local communities. \nDr Jessica Hoopes – Animals Fiji Volunteer \nJessica is a Canadian Veterinarian with over 10 years’ experience working in veterinary and shelter medicine and animal management in Canada\, Fiji\, Papua New Guinea\, Costa Rica\, and Australia. Her experiences working in the Pacific Islands have underscored the importance of developing evidence-based\, research informed strategies for addressing free roaming cat and dog populations\, that are tailored to the needs of the local community. While currently working as the One Health Research Coordinator for Animal Management in Rural and Remote Indigenous Communities (AMRRIC)\, she spent the past 5 years remotely supporting rescue groups in Fiji in developing a framework for baseline data collection with the hopes of informing sustainable and humane solutions for companion animal population management. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.g2z.org.au/g2z-webinars-and-online-events.html
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-24-24-who-let-the-dogs-out-unleashing-solutions-finding-solutions-to-the-problem-of-fijis-free-roaming-dog-population-getting-2-zero/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Getting 2 Zero":MAILTO:info@g2z.org.au
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240725T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240725T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240624T173818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T173818Z
UID:10005404-1721908800-1721913300@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/25/24 - Help for the Helpers: Recognizing and Addressing Stress Injury in Animal Control Officers - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
DESCRIPTION:The past few years in animal welfare have been especially difficult\, leaving many profoundly depleted. Given the challenges in our field\, what can we do to care for ourselves\, our peers\, and our staff? This webinar will provide an introduction to common occupational stressors in animal protection services and evidence-based strategies to support well-being in complex stress\, trauma-exposed work. \nParticipants will learn terminology\, symptoms\, and risk factors related to empathic strain aka compassion fatigue\, secondary traumatic stress\, PTSD\, burnout\, and moral distress. The session will provide practical\, effective strategies that can be implemented on and off the clock to reduce stress and distress\, create healthier workplaces\, and tap into career-sustaining compassion satisfaction. \nAt the end of the session\, participants will: \n\nIdentify key signs and symptoms that characterize stress injury in self and others\nUnderstand five evidence-based elements shown to reduce the harmful impact of stress and adversity in ongoing stressful work\nImplement simple strategies to support physical and mental recovery\nOffer targeted support to peers and staff through more effective check-ins\n\n \n  \nThis 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. \n  \nThis webinar has been pre-approved by the Maine Animal Welfare Program for 1 Continuing Education Unit in Core Area 4 (Officer Wellness & Mental Health) for the State of Maine’s ACO annual training. You can find more information about Certification\, required annual training or submitting materials for credit at Maine’s Animal Control Officer Resource Page. \n  \n  \nAbout the Presenter: \nJessica Dolce\, MS CCFE\, is a Certified Compassion Fatigue Educator\, receiving her training from TEND Academy. She brings 20 years of experience working with and for companion animals to The Compassion in Balance® Program\, her online education platform for animal shelters. \nShe is an instructor with The Shelter Medicine Program at the University of Florida where she teaches wellbeing courses for veterinary students and animal welfare professionals. Jessica has worked with organizations such as the ASPCA\, HSUS\, The Animal Legal Defense Fund\, The National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association\, and Animals Asia. \nJessica holds a Master of Science in Adult and Higher Education degree and is certified in Mental Health First Aid. She lives in Maine and can be found online at her website\, jessicadolce.com. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/help-for-the-helpers-recognizing-and-addressing-stress-injury-in-animal-control-officers/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-25-24-help-for-the-helpers-recognizing-and-addressing-stress-injury-in-animal-control-officers-naca-justice-clearinghouse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240725T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240725T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240715T184242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T184242Z
UID:10005437-1721919600-1721923200@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/25/24 - Leash Off! Game On! with Julie Flanery - FDSA (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Do you worry each time you take the leash off that your dog will become distracted\, or even take off on their own? Has taking off the leash become a cue to disconnect? Imagine if instead when you remove your dog’s leash they sprung to life! That they became immediately engaged\, focused\, and excited to play the game with you. \nIn this webinar\, we will explore games and activities that help build off-leash reliability and connection with your 4-legged friend and to build a strong skill set that you can carry into any situation. These games are suitable for any age dog or skill level\, whether you’re looking to rehab a dog that currently disconnects or build a strong foundation with a future canine sports star. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-25-24-leash-off-game-on-with-julie-flanery-fdsa-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240725T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240725T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240701T193347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T193347Z
UID:10005419-1721923200-1721926800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/25/24 - "Behavioral Euthanasia: Taking the Stigma Out of a Difficult Decision" with Dr. Shana Gilbert-Gregory - ACVB (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Behavioral euthanasia (BE) can be a profoundly difficult decision for owners to make and often comes with significant stigma and judgement from friends\, family\, online communities and sometimes members of the veterinary field. This presentation will discuss behavioral considerations for euthanasia\, tools to discuss behavioral euthanasia with clients and staff\, humane protocols for euthanizing patients with fear\, anxiety and aggression disorders\, considerations for veterinary personnel in navigating the emotions associated with behavioral euthanasia and resources for support in navigating moving forward after behavioral euthanasia. \nDr. Shana Gilbert-Gregory grew up in New York City and at a very young age\, she developed a passion for animals and their well-being. Her experiences with sheltering and animal rescue throughout her life helped her realize that she was especially interested in addressing behavioral medicine concerns and helping improve the human-animal bond. This passion led her to graduate from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine followed by completing her behavioral medicine residency at The Ohio State University to become a Behavioral Medicine Clinician. \nDr. Gilbert-Gregory has a special interest in behavioral medicine but also enjoys shelter medicine\, internal medicine\, neurology\, emergency\, critical care and orthopedics. At home\, she has 4 pets: Lou-Wee\, a 10 year old Golden Retriever\, Eldy\, a 7 year-old Boston Terrier\, Roland\, a two-year-old Golden Retriever and Brick\, and ancient domestic shorthair (who rules the roost.) \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7203036353487864919
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-25-24-behavioral-euthanasia-taking-the-stigma-out-of-a-difficult-decision-with-dr-shana-gilbert-gregory-acvb-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240725T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240722T191827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T191827Z
UID:10005446-1721930400-1721934000@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/25/24 - That was Then\, This is NOW: Cognitive Adaptability - FDSA (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this groundbreaking webinar with Barbara Lloyd\, where we will explore the fascinating world of Cognitive Adaptability. \nSuccessful learners are those who can look\, assess\, adapt\, and act effectively. Adaptability is a core survival skill\, and Barbara Lloyd has cracked the code to achieve more impactful results in training and life. \nWhy Attend? \n\nDiscover how cognitive adaptability influences learning and performance.\nLearn practical strategies to enhance adaptability in yourself and your dog.\nUnderstand the role of environmental cues in building confidence and resilience.\nGain insights into optimizing skill execution through cognitive flexibility.\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\nDog trainers and enthusiasts\nPet owners seeking to improve their dogs’ adaptability\nAnyone interested in personal growth and resilience\n\nKey Topics: \n\nThe Science of Adaptability:\nUncover the secrets behind cognitive adaptability.\nExplore how it impacts learning and behavior.\nEnvironmental Cues and Confidence:\nLearn how dogs adapt to novel situations.\nUnderstand the link between adaptability and confidence.\n\nPractical Strategies: \n\nBarbara will share actionable tips for enhancing adaptability.\nDiscover how to apply these principles in your own life and training.\n\nDon’t Miss Out! Your dog deserves the best – let’s explore the power of cognitive adaptability together! \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-25-24-that-was-then-this-is-now-cognitive-adaptability-fdsa-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240728T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240728T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240617T164907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T164907Z
UID:10005391-1722168000-1722171600@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/28/24 - Empowerment in Adversity: Cultivating Strength Through Loss and Fatigue - National Kitten Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Join NKC for a special presentation by guest speaker Colette Junod\, L.M.S.W\, President Justice for Paws. Embark on a transformative journey with our session “Empowerment in Adversity: Cultivating Strength Through Loss and Fatigue” tailored for the heroes who care for neonatal kittens. This enlightening presentation delves into the unique challenges faced by caregivers\, offering a sanctuary of knowledge to combat burnout and stress. Discover the intricate link between brain function and stress\, and arm yourself with practical\, evidence-based strategies for emotional regulation. You’ll learn to craft a personalized stress management plan\, integrating coping strategies with insights from neuroscience to navigate the demanding world of feline rescue.  This session is designed to support your mental well-being\, ensuring you’re equipped to continue your invaluable work with these fragile creatures\, while also safeguarding your own resilience. \nIf you can’t attend the live presentation\, don’t worry! Sign up anyway. A recording of this webinar will be accessible on NKC’s eLearning Center within two weeks of the live event.  \nRegister now for this FREE webinar! \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1617158883277/WN_Tco95gQ6SJGwDwjA-MNC9Q
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-28-24-empowerment-in-adversity-cultivating-strength-through-loss-and-fatigue-national-kitten-coalition/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="The National Kitten Coalition":MAILTO:webevents@kittencoalition.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240730T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240730T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240711T175407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T175407Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/30/24 - Budget Calculator: Build a Budget Backed by Local Government and Community Support - HASS
DESCRIPTION:Never enough budget: an all-too common problem in animal welfare. HASS wants to showcase a new budget calculator tool created to garner more municipal funding\, community support and address the chronic underfunding shelters unfortunately face daily. This webinar\, led by APA! President & CEO\, Ellen Jefferson\, and Senior Director of Research & Development\, Maggie Lynch\, will cover how to use the HASS Budget Calculator and its results to advocate for budgets appropriate to meet the public’s expectations around humane care and shelter lifesaving. \nRegister below and join us live on Tuesday\, July 30 at 5 p.m. CT. After the live event\, a recording will be distributed to all registrants within 3 business days. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://zoom.us/webinar/register/3017156557816/WN_06Vk3axPS8Gr-zKDbtqEiA#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-30-24-budget-calculator-build-a-budget-backed-by-local-government-and-community-support-hass/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240801T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240801T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240701T190416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T190416Z
UID:10005416-1722513600-1722518100@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 8/1/24 - Handling and Solving Conflicts with Wild Snakes - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explore the issues\, the challenges\, and the opportunities for agencies and individuals to promote non-lethal snake policies and protocols.  We will cover a brief overview of snake biology\, the identification of venomous\, non-venomous\, and exotic snakes\, and handling and response protocols for animal control and wildlife professionals. \nA few case studies will highlight issues like historic hibernaculum (den) location and relocation. Resources will be provided to help attendees enhance their snake response and advisement policies and protocols. \nAbout the Presenter \nDave Pauli started his animal career in 1979 by opening a wildlife rescue business in Madison\, Wisconsin called Humane Animal Controls\, Inc.    Since that time he also served as a Superintendent of Animal Control (Billings Animal Shelter)\, Director of bi-county Humane Society in Eastern Washington (Tri-Cities) and for the past 29 years as a field responder/director for The Humane Society of The United States. \nDave has responded to domestic animal/exotic/wild animal projects in all 50 states and two dozen countries. Dave currently responds to natural disasters\, major cruelty and hoarding cases\, and participates in Chemical immobilization\, and immunocontraception projects for deer and horses. He also participates in volume capture projects for prairie dogs\, feral dogs and cats\, and many other species. He also supports and advises all HSUS Wildlife\, Animal Rescue Team\, Humane Society International and the Wildlife Land Trust teams with field projects or programs.  He is an HSUS point person on Wild Pigs\, Prairie Dogs\, Turtles and Tortoises\, Florida Gopher Tortoises\, Trapping Issues and Wildlife Contraception. Dave serves on the boards of six NGO’s and serves on the USDA Wild Pig Task Force and Montana Fish Wildlife & Parks Species Classification and Trapping Advisory committees. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/handling-and-solving-conflicts-with-wild-snakes/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-8-1-24-handling-and-solving-conflicts-with-wild-snakes-naca-justice-clearinghouse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240806T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240806T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240731T204612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T204612Z
UID:10005453-1722956400-1722960000@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 8/6/24 - Not Enough Adopters\, or Not Enough Adoptions: Foot Traffic Tracking May Tell You It’s the Latter - HASS
DESCRIPTION:Why are people interested in adopting pets leaving shelters empty handed? \nTurns out the shelters themselves may have more of a role that you think. Join Amanda Foster\, Assistant Director of Research & Data for HASS\, as well as Heidi Martson\, PetSmart Charities Director of Pet Placement Initiatives\, to discuss how five different shelters began implementing people-centric best practices to better understand the WHY behind their adoption conversion rate\, and provide you with the tangible tools and initiatives organizations can use today to aid in increasing adoptions. \nJoin us live Tuesday\, August 6th at 5 p.m. CST! \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://zoom.us/webinar/register/7816739797796/WN_FpVANXHzQh6xe9AnFE-zXQ
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-8-6-24-not-enough-adopters-or-not-enough-adoptions-foot-traffic-tracking-may-tell-you-its-the-latter-hass/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240807T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240807T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240722T183713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T183713Z
UID:10005442-1723046400-1723050000@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 8/7/24 - Behavior and Training Webinar: 'De visita al veterinario' - "A friendly vet visit" - Every Dog Austin
DESCRIPTION:Todos los perros tienen que ir al veterinario por lo menos una vez a año. Queremos enseñarles técnicas de seguridad y de manejo para que su visita sea más suave y divertida. Su perro y el veterinario se lo agradecerán ya que el propósito es que el perro se sienta más cómodo y coopere a la hora de ser examinado. \nEVENTO GRATIS: las donaciones son opcionales \nSpeaker: Isamar Pérez Biology (B.S.) \, RVT\, CPDT \nContamos con más de 10 años de experiencia en ambientes de trabajo de ritmo rápido incluyendo clínicas veterinarias y centros de cuido y entrenamiento de mascotas. \nDisfrutamos educar a guardianes de perros sobre el bienestar animal en todas sus etapas de vida y sobretodo nos apasiona reconstruir lazos y dar segundas oportunidades luego de que el perro muestra comportamientos de agresividad. \nTodas las mascotas que hemos ayudado a regular su instinto defensivo nos han enseñado que muchos comportamientos de agresividad comienzan por una amenaza llamada dolor. Es por esto que el cuidado cooperativo en las visitas veterinarias son imprescindibles para poder llevar al animal al veterinario y poder identificar si hay una condición médica que nos urge atender. \nBuscamos un balance para unir los mundos y transformar vínculos. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.everydogaustin.org/event-details/de-visita-al-veterinario-a-friendly-vet-visit
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-8-7-24-behavior-and-training-webinar-de-visita-al-veterinario-a-friendly-vet-visit-every-dog-austin/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240813T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240813T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240624T172442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T172442Z
UID:10005400-1723552200-1723557600@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 8/13/24 and 8/14/24 -  Update on Antimicrobial Use and Stewardship Recommendations in Large and Companion Animals - CVMA (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:This online seminar will cover important updates on antimicrobial use in both large and companion animals\, as well as recommendations for antimicrobial stewardship. \nTopics that will be discussed include: \n\nWhy antimicrobial stewardship is crucial in veterinary medicine\nUpdates on culture and sensitivity reporting\nUpdates on stewardship practices and recommendations in large and small animals\nApplying the data to practical use in clinics\n\nThis course satisfies the one hour of California CE requirement on the judicious use of medically important antimicrobial drugs. \nThis course qualifies for 1.5 CEU. \nCVMA 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. \nThis seminar is open to veterinarians\, veterinary technicians\, veterinary hospital staff\, and veterinary students only. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://cvma.net/continuing-education/upcoming-ce/cvma-online-seminar-antimicrobial-webinar-august/cvma-online-seminar-update-on-antimicrobial-use-and-stewardship-recommendations-in-large-and-companion-animals-august-13-amp-14-2024/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-8-13-24-and-8-14-24-update-on-antimicrobial-use-and-stewardship-recommendations-in-large-and-companion-animals-cvma-fee-applies/2024-08-13/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240814T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240814T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135314
CREATED:20240722T184200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T184200Z
UID:10005443-1723651200-1723654800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 8/14/24 - Understanding Dog Body Language Using T.E.M.P. - Every Dog Austin
DESCRIPTION:Dogs don’t speak human but their body can say millions of words. In this webinar you will gain a better understanding of reading a dogs body language through T.E.M.P. (Tail\, Ears/Eyes\, Mouth\, and Posture) \nFREE event\, donations optional! \nThis webinar is part of Every Dog Behavior and Training’s  BIPOC Speaker Series. \nAbout the Speaker:  Aaron Jones \nI worked as a Vet Tech for over 12 years. Although I enjoyed my role dearly\, there was still something missing. The medical side of care just did not feel like I was where I was supposed to be. I had always wanted to volunteer raising puppies to become service dogs\, so I started researching non-profit organizations. I soon found one and attended my first meeting and was hooked. Training dogs is what makes me feel complete. It’s my calling.  I attended Animal Behavior College where I earned my certification as a Certified Dog Trainer.  I am a dog lover first\, and a dog trainer second. I know from first-hand experience the difference dog training makes in the relationship between dog and owner. I believe in creating an unbreakable bond and a trusting relationship between dog and human using positive reinforcement techniques. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.everydogaustin.org/event-details/understanding-dog-body-language-using-t-e-m-p
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-8-14-24-understanding-dog-body-language-using-t-e-m-p-every-dog-austin/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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