Shelter Learniverse

5/8/24 - How to be an Expert Witness in Animal Cruelty and Custody Cases - The AAWA
2024-05-08 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Three legal experts will discuss:

the role of the animal expert in court proceedings, including testimony in court as well as advising and educating attorneys
preparation for testimony, including cross-examination
best practices for the forensic witness
war stories and current trends

This session will reduce the fear of the unknown and instill confidence in testifying by explaining what is expected of an expert witness and outline things one should and should not do on the stand. Veterinarians often are especially reluctant to become involved with cruelty cases because of the fear of testifying in what they consider a potential adversarial situation and may feel they must make the entire case or speak in absolutes.
Target audience: veterinarians, animal control officers, anyone who may engage in an animal cruelty or custody investigation and be asked to testify as an expert.
Speakers:

Don Cocek, APA Fellow, Association of Prosecuting Attorneys
Gillian Deegan, Prosecutor, Botetourt County, Virginia
Melinda Merck, DVM, Veterinary Forensics Consulting

WEBSITE LINK: https://bit.ly/49wCJ0o

Webinar - 5/8/24 - Place More Pets Now with These Easy Changes - Best Friends
2024-05-08 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Shelter and rescue workers like you are working tirelessly to save the lives of homeless dogs and cats across the country. Sometimes, we need to go back to the basics, like making it as easy as possible for people to adopt from or foster with you!
Join your peers from shelters and rescues, along with Best Friends staff, in a live Q&A discussion on open adoptions and fostering. This panel will feature Heather Owen, Executive Director & Co-Founder of One Tail at a Time; Lawrence Nicolas, President of Jacksonville Humane Society; Misha Goodman, Animal Care Services Director of Bernalillo County Animal Care and Resource Center; and Dawn Binion-Stewart, Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) for Best Friends Animal Society.
This webinar will equip you with tangible advice for breaking down barriers in your adoption and foster processes to include your entire community. Register to join live and submit your questions when you register.
WEBSITE LINK: https://bestfriends-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/7117134723360/WN_lfloMG4HQEuO3yIUlh2fDA#/

Webinar - 5/9/24 - Maddie's Insights: Impact of Classical Counterconditioning (Quiet Kennel Exercise) on Barking in Shelter Dogs - Maddie's Fund
2024-05-09 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
A major welfare concern in animal shelters is excessive barking from kenneled dogs. This contributes to noise pollution, can cause hearing damage, and has a negative impact on all animals within earshot. This study demonstrated that by implementing a simple classical counterconditioning exercise, consisting of instructing all ward passers-through to toss treats to each dog regardless of behavior exhibited, could change the emotional state of dogs from negative to more positive, thus reducing fear and frustration that often leads to excessive barking.
Data analysis showed that implementation of this simple exercise did reduce barking at clinically relevant levels even with a changing shelter population. Additionally, for each percent increase in compliance rate, there was an average decrease of 17.3 dB in the maximum decibel reading. Moreover, an overall positive change in attitude from most dogs towards visitors further showed the positive effects of the study.
Learning Objectives:

Attendees will learn to identify and apply basic learning theory, specifically focusing on Classical (Pavlovian) Conditioning, to dogs in a kennel setting.
Attendees will learn to identify risks and consequences of noise pollution in shelters, and also ways to reduce it to improve welfare of all species in the shelter.

Can’t attend the live event? Register anyway! This webcast will be recorded, and a link will be sent a day after the live event ends.
This webinar has been pre-approved for 1.0 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credits by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and by the National Animal Care & Control Association. It has also been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize the Registry of Approved Continuing Education (RACE) approval.
Speakers:
@Sara Bennett, DVM, MS, DACVB (Behavior), she/her/hers
Clinical Assistant Professor, Veterinary Behavior Specialist
Department of Clinical Sciences
North Carolina State University, College of Veterinary Medicine
@Jamirelis Carrero (Jami)
DVM candidate
North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsRegister

Webinar - 5/9/24 - Management vs Training for Behavior Problems - FDSA (fee applies)
2024-05-09 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Training for behavior problems is different from training basic obedience, in that it involves finding and motivating behaviors incompatible to your problem ones, plus changing the underlying emotions that can give rise to those problems in the first place! Let’s talk about those familiar ABCs, but let’s break them down into A-B, and B-C!
Additionally, avoiding rehearsal of behavior issues is an important part of their resolution. Most people are working at stopping the display of undesirable behaviors while they’re happening, but the best way to do this is to have a set of skills that are so well practiced that they are almost a script you can follow! Management is a skill unto itself, and has to be addressed separately from the specific behavior change needed long term.
In this webinar Dr. Cook will go over:

The structure and goals of behavior modification, and whether you need a new A, a new B, or a new C!
How management is crucial to reducing unwanted behaviors
Movement skills: Magnets and hand touch
Stationary skills: Perching and treasure hunt
Home skills: Mat skills, interruptions, and solo play

If you have a dog with a behavior issue, getting a handle on how management and training are different — both in their goals and their execution — is crucial to your success!
Presenter: Amy Cook, PhD
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar - 5/14/24 - WILD TO WONDERFUL! Socialized Kitten = Happy Adopter - The National Kitten Coalition
2024-05-14 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Join NKC for a special presentation by guest speaker Mike Phillips, LVT from Urban Cat League. Learn about preparing shy, saucy, or under-socialized kittens for adoption and learn the right follow-through strategies for success.
This comprehensive presentation will guide you through each step of the process to transform rescue kittens from wild to wonderful, and it will share valuable resources that will help ensure the adoption process is successful.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/7817109692002/WN_95iM5r9ORgebjEvH9XkveA

Webinar - 5/18/24 - Targeted TNR & Getting the Most Bang for your Buck - Community Cats Podcast
2024-05-18 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The more cats you fix, the more impact your TNR program will have, right? Wrong! Spay/neuter volume alone is rarely enough by itself to keep consistently reducing a community’s free-roaming cat population over time.
Another aspect to the program needs to be identifying areas of high need (meaning, lots of cats) and then focusing TNR resources at that location in order to achieve high sterilization rates.
Discover what targeting is, why it’s so important and how you can do it no matter how large or small your program currently is.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/targeted-tnr-getting-the-most-bang-for-your-buck-presented-by-neighborhood-cats-may-2024/

Webinar - 5/20/24 - Successful Dog Adoption Placement in Families - PPG (fee applies)
2024-05-20 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Join Michelle Stern for this webinar where attendees will learn more about how best to place rescue/shelter/breeder dogs into families with children.
We will discuss some of the challenges for parents raising dogs and kids together. We will focus on decompression, safety, and management for new adopters. During the webinar, we will also discuss what to look for when it comes to matching dogs with families, red flags, and conversation prompts to guide families during the adoption/placement process.
Learning Objectives

Attendees will learn about the challenges of placing dogs with families who have children.
The canine body language to look for during the meet & greet phase.
How shelter and rescue staff can implement a strategy to help families pick a suitable dog making adoptions more successful in families with kids

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars/successful-dog-adoption-placement-in-families-with-kids-with-michelle-stern/

Webinar - 5/21/24 - Community Cats 2024: Saving Free-Roaming Cats' Lives in the Most Humane Way Possible - CalAnimals
2024-05-21 10:00 - 11:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
One of the most important work of shelters these days is serving local communities by engaging in life-saving, humane – and legal — community cat programs (CCP) for outdoor-living cats. If you want to know about the issues, and how to do CCPs right, join us for a walk through the challenges, particulars, and legalities of community cats in California, prepared by the San Francisco SPCA’s Shelter PALS (Shelter Policy and Legal Services) program.
When it comes to community cats in California, the sheltering industry is much stronger together. Standardizing CCP operations across the state will help people, animals, and local governments, so that we can lift up communities who do not yet have them, avoid problems in communities who already have CCPs, and best position the movement to defend CCPs against any challenges.
In this 75-minute webinar, attendees will learn the factual and legal basics of community cats, how to support those programs with local ordinances, and also how to sign up your shelter for free legal support to set up or shore up the CCP in your own community.

Presenter: Bruce Wagman, Attorney, SFSPCA Shelter PALS

WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_p_hreMMiT-C-fSfGkhUpXA#/

Webinar - 5/21/24 - Saving Lives: Mindfulness in Animal Welfare - HASS
2024-05-21 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Animal welfare professionals struggle with maintaining their mental health for a multitude of factors including challenges with work-life balance, traumatic experiences within the shelter, and more. It’s up to the industry to care for the PEOPLE that are doing the life-saving by creating care opportunities for better mental health in the shelter. Join panelists Dr. Jyothi V. Robertson, Founder of JVR Strategies & Journey You Own along with José Ocaño, Founder & CEO of Hatching, to discuss the importance of mindfulness in animal welfare and best practices the industry can implement today to support the people who save pets.
WEBSITE LINK: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/2317152070307/WN_7PBiaCntTXKdj1bKbmLZBw#/registration

Webinar - 5/22/24 - Considering Communication: Strategies To Improve Behaviour Change in Clients - PPG (fee applies)
2024-05-22 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
As dog trainers, we often excel at changing dog behaviour, but may forget the importance of communication skills. Our role as animal advocates and client advisors requires us to excel at communication too. Our ability to share our knowledge and coach new skills ultimately facilitates changing our client’s behaviour in order to change their dog’s behaviour. Good communication builds relationships, gets buy-in, creates passion, develops patience and fosters motivation when our clients are feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, confused or frustrated. Yet, relatively little of our education encompasses communication skills. This webinar focuses on communication strategies for obtaining a case history, the practical use of empathy and compassion, and providing constructive, personalised coaching and reinforcing feedback. We will discuss the value of silence, the use of analogies and humour, our own body language, and how to measure your communicative success. After all, good communication is a skill we can develop if we are self-aware enough! Participants will learn tips for tailoring communication for each individual client to optimise outcomes for training success.
Learning objectives:

Understand the role communication skills play in building relationships with clients
Identify opportunities to provide reinforcing feedback to clients
Identify opportunities to provide constructive coaching to clients

Presenter: Petra Edwards PhD, BSc (Animal Behaviour) (Hons) Cert IV TAE. PCT-A, TAGTeach Level 2
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars/considering-communication-strategies-to-improve-behaviour-change-in-clients/

Webinar - 5/22/24 - Whiskers on the Way: A Fear Free Guide to Kitten Season Preparation - Fear Free
2024-05-22 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Kitten season brings many challenges and opportunities for shelter staff and the rescue community. Kittens are subject to illness and significant fear, anxiety, and stress during their most vulnerable period, and preparing now can help you make a positive impact on their physical and emotional wellbeing. Join us on May 22 at 8 p.m. ET, with Elite Fear Free Certified® Veterinary Technician, Tabitha Kucera, RVT, KPA-CTP, CCBC, VTS (Behavior), as we discuss how you can prepare for a successful kitten season.
In this webinar, you will learn:

How to reduce FAS in kittens
Techniques for handling and socializing kittens
How to create a safe and supportive environment for kittens in need
Practical strategies and tips, such as disinfecting with an effective product such as Rescue, for ensuring the physical and emotional wellbeing of kittens in your care

WEBSITE LINK: https://fearfreellc.webinargeek.com/whiskers-on-the-way-a-fear-free-guide-to-kitten-season-preparation

Webinar - 5/23/24 - How to Create the Future - Nonprofit AF
2024-05-23 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Are you ready for a radically inclusive, radically strength-based, and radically visionary approach to systems change?
In your work to create a better world, you deserve to have approaches that actually change things. Not just changing a government policy or two, but true systems change, where we change the whole situation, the whole field.
That requires that we FIRST change how we’re THINKING about the situation. Because only when we change the way we see things do things really change.
Join Nonprofit AF’s Vu Le and Creating the Future’s Hildy Gottlieb as they explore what it really takes to create the humane, healthy, equitable world we want to live in.
Vu and Hildy will introduce a framework that will shift your thinking from reacting incrementally to what’s wrong in our communities, to creating what is possible. From scarcity and going it alone, to the power of radical inclusion and Collective Enoughness – sharing and building upon each other’s strengths.
If you’re tired of working your tail off to achieve only incremental, baby-step results, come join the conversation! Registration is free. We look forward to seeing you on May 23rd.
(Illustration by Camila Leão for Fine ActsxOBI, CC license 4.0)
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ms7zsNX8SRels9RGk60W7A#/

Webinar - 5/28/24 - Diagnostic Testing in Shelters and Low-Resource Situations - VETGirl
2024-05-28 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
No money, no problem!
In this 1-hour, VETgirl small animal webinar, Dr. Lena DeTar, DACVPM, DABVP-SMP will talk about the philosophical approach to diagnostic testing and options that are commonly available in animal shelters or low-resource environments. Tune in as Dr. DeTar draws from her experience in shelters, field clinics, and access to care scenarios to provide practitioners with the tools necessary to refine/re-define their “basic” database!
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/may-28-2024-diagnostic-testing-in-shelters-and-low-resource-situations/

Webinar - 5/29/24 - Building Trust, Preventing Bites: Proactive dog bite prevention and handling strategies - Fear Free
2024-05-29 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The key to an effective dog bite prevention strategy is being proactive rather than reactive when a pet is showing signs of fear, anxiety, and stress. We know a scared or anxious dog can react abnormally out of a desire to protect itself. So how does this translate into an effective and safe dog bite prevention strategy?
Join us as we explore how being proactive, rather than reactive, can significantly enhance workplace safety and foster a harmonious environment for both humans and pets. Discover practical techniques and approaches to mitigate potential aggression and create a happier, safer workplace for everyone involved.
In this webinar, you will:
– Learn proactive measures to create a safer environment for dogs and humans
– Explore techniques for effectively managing and de-escalating tense situations involving fearful or anxious dogs
– Gain insights into communication strategies that promote trust and confidence between dogs and humans, contributing to a stronger human-animal bond
– Acquire actionable tips for implementing dog bite prevention protocols in workplace settings
WEBSITE LINK: https://fearfreellc.webinargeek.com/building-trust-preventing-bites-proactive-dog-bite-prevention-and-handling-strategies-1

Webinar - 5/30/24 - This Means War: How to Deal with Fence Fighting - FDSA (fee applies)
2024-05-30 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Fence fighting, barrier aggression, barrier frustration… whatever you call it, you probably want it to stop. For one thing, you didn’t actually mean to hire D.O.G. Security Co., Ltd. For another, your dog isn’t always the best judge of what needs barking at. Fence fighting also doesn’t make you popular among your neighbors. Worst of all, if you happen to have more than one dog, fence fighting can lead to redirected aggression.
So you want it to stop. But you’re not sure what to do.
Good news: This webinar will give you strategies for helping your dog learn to live and let live… at the fence line, anyway. 😉
You’ll gain a better understanding of:

Why dogs react this way when barriers or restraint are involved
How stress and arousal play into fence fighting
When and how to focus on management for fence fighting
When and how to do training for fence fighting
How to identify related reactions in other contexts

This webinar is suitable for anyone with a dog who overreacts when barriers or restraint are involved, as well as for professionals helping humans who live with dogs.
Presenter: Irith Bloom
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Online Event – 6/1/24 – Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
2024-06-01 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Community Cats Podcast, in partnership with Neighborhood Cats, will host our Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) Certification Workshop on Saturday, June 1, from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM ET.
Session duration is 2.5 hours followed by optional 15-minute Q&A. Registration is $10 and includes access to the recorded session, handouts, and certificate, as well as access to a Facebook discussion group exclusively for trappers and folks actively engaged in community cat programs. The session is recorded and you can get certified a week after the session is held.
The TNR Certification Workshop is offered monthly. Anyone interested in attending can register at www.communitycatspodcast.com/GetTNRCertified.
This online workshop is perfect for anyone who wants to learn how to help outdoor cats and kittens stay safe and healthy during the cold winter months and all year long. From animal control to the general public, anyone with a passion for helping cats and kittens is encouraged to register and learn from trappers who have been in the field for more than 20 years.
The workshop covers best practices for TNR and colony management, including all planning and preparations for successful trapping, and colony care practices that will protect outdoor cats from harsh winter conditions. There will also be time for questions from attendees, which will be answered in real time by the experts from Neighborhood Cats. Bring your toughest questions!
All attendees will receive a certificate after taking a short quiz and gain access to an exclusive Facebook group to continue networking with other caregivers. Attendees will also receive extensive handouts, including the TNR Handbook by Neighborhood Cats.
The TNR Certification Workshop has been endorsed by the National Animal Care and Control Association (NACA), and continuing education credits are available for animal control professionals who attend.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/the-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-june-2024/

Webinar - 6/2/24 - What’s New with Feline Constipation: Acute & Chronic Treatment Modalities - VetGirl
2024-06-02 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Say goodbye to enemas!
In this complimentary, 1-hour VETgirl – Royal Canin webinar, Dr. Ashlie Saffire, DVM, DABVP (Feline Practice) will discuss management strategies for acute and chronic constipation in cats. Tune in as Dr. Saffire reviews techniques you can use for acute obstipation and therapeutic options for managing and preventing chronic constipation cases!
Thanks to sponsorship from Royal Canin, the recording of this webinar will be available to view free and On-Demand until July 2, 2024. (Remember: you must be logged in as a free Basic, ELITE Trial or ELITE member to register for the live event)
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/june-2-2024-whats-new-with-feline-constipation-acute-chronic-treatment-modalities/

Webinar - 6/5/24 - APCC: Fun in the Sun: Summer Toxicities in Dogs and Cats - ASPCAPro
2024-06-05 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Join Dr. Groszkowski, consulting veterinarian in Clinical Toxicology at the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, to explore potential toxicities in dogs and cats that are more commonly managed at small animal practices during the summer months. Learn about a variety of toxicities and their mechanisms of action, clinical signs, diagnostic tests, and treatments.
In order to register for the webinar, you will need to log in to ASPCA Learn, our new learning management system. Create an account now and register for the webinar. If you’re having trouble accessing your account, browse the ASPCA Learn FAQ for troubleshooting tips or email learn@aspca.org for technical support.
Takeaways

Veterinary professionals will learn which toxicities are more commonly managed during the summer months in dogs and cats.
We will discuss a variety of toxicities with mechanisms of action, clinical signs, diagnostic testing, and treatment.
Audience members will be led through a summer’s day where potential toxin exposures can be seen in different situations that are more likely to occur due to changes in their environment when the temperatures are warmer.

Suited For
This session is suited for veterinarians but all are welcome.
Credits
This webinar is pending AAVSB approval
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/apcc-fun-sun-summer-toxicities-dogs-and-cats

Online Course – 6/5/24 – Return to Home Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
2024-06-05 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Community Cats Podcast, in partnership with Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA) is set to empower animal shelters and enthusiasts to change the narrative surrounding stray cats. This workshop aims to revolutionize the way we approach and care for stray felines and provide practical, real-world solutions to address the issue of lost cats and reconnect them with their families.
Date & Time: The workshop will begin on June 5, 2024 at 1:00 PM Eastern Time and will run for 1.5 hours. Registration is $10 and includes access to the recorded session, handouts, and certificate, as well as access to a Facebook discussion group. All attendees will receive a certificate after taking a short quiz.
For more information and to sign up go here.
Scholarships are available! #ThanksToMaddie, we are pleased to offer complimentary access to the March session. Anyone interested in receiving a complimentary registration should fill out the form here.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/return-to-home-certification-workshop-june-2024/

Webinar – 6/05/24 – Mitigating Risk in Animal Shelters and Rescues – The AAWA
2024-06-05 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
NEW DATE: Wednesday, June 5, 3-4 pm ET
From dog bites to animal transportation and medical care to worker’s comp, animal shelters and rescues have unique liability risks, related to both animals and people.
David Denniston, Director of Risk Management for McNeil & Co, Inc., has experience working with animal welfare organizations to mitigate their risk. David will explain how your organization can lessen the risk of costly and stressful liability and legal problems. He will provide sample language and policies you can use right away. This session will also explore practical strategies for inspiring a deep and lasting commitment to safety and mission-protection in your nonprofit.
WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/3-27-24

Webinar - 6/6/24 - California Rabies Awareness Challenge - CalAnimals
2024-06-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Rabies control activities are an important function of California shelters and animal control agencies. Why are rabies vaccines important? What does rabies look like in domestic animals and how risky is this to humans? Rabies vaccine is the ONLY vaccine among the various biologics administered to companion animals in California that is regulated under State law, and it is the responsibility of every licensed veterinarian to practice within the context of law when managing patients with respect to rabies and rabies vaccination. This scenario-based presentation has been developed to challenge participants on California regulatory/statutory issues pertaining to rabies.
The audience will be tasked to provide the correct (legal) responses to a variety of situations encountered in practice relating to rabies: eg, what does “currently vaccinated” (in law) actually mean? What are the consequences for the patient, and the owner, following rabies exposure if the patient is “currently vaccinated” vs NOT “currently vaccinated?” Who has rabies vaccination exemption authority? How do we vaccinate hybrid species? What is Prospective Serological Monitoring? When is it recommended that we vaccinate our staff?
Speaker: Richard Ford, DVM, MS, DACVIM, DACVPM
Moderated by: Amy Auch, DVM, CCFP
A huge thanks to Boehringer-Ingelheim for sponsoring this webinar!
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9aHomdAzStGuLy-sD9KM9w#/

Webinar - 6/6/24 - When Feelings Get in the Way - FDSA (fee applies)
2024-06-06 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Presenter: Amy Cook, PhD
You’ve probably heard me say “when you teach your dog what to do, you teach her how to feel,” but have you thought about all the ways that may be impacting your training? Emotions and behaviors go hand in hand, and you do not get the luxury of prioritizing one over the other. It’s in your best interest to align your emotional goals with your behavioral ones!
Experiences like frustration, confusion, agitation, desperation, insecurity, uncertainty, suspicion and more (and the underlying emotions informing those) all get in the way of your dog’s learning and performance, and also affect the bigger picture of what it’s like to work with you and learn things in general! One thing we really want in our dogs is a love of working with us, full attention, and for them to know they’re safe so they can give their all!
In this presentation I’ll go over the ways we can contribute to unwanted states in our dogs, what that might look like, and how you can minimize negative states and emphasize positive, supportive ones! Let’s keep our dogs in the happy bucket!
** This Webinar was previously included in the Dogs with Big Feelings One Day Conference (July 2022). Please check your Library to prevent a duplicate purchase. **
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar - 6/9/24 - The Cats Out of the Bag! What You Need to Know About Feline Dentistry - VetGirl
2024-06-09 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
In this complimentary, 1-hour VETgirl–Elanco webinar, Dr. Jessica Johnson, DAVDC will use case examples to discuss common oral pathologies in cats. Tune in as she reviews tooth resorption, periodontal disease, and buccal bone expansion, as well as the recommended treatments, which include multimodal pain control for your feline patients!
Thanks to sponsorship from Elanco, the recording of this webinar will be available to view free and On-Demand until September 9, 2024.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/june-9-2024-the-cats-out-of-the-bag-what-you-need-to-know-about-feline-dentistry/

Webinar - 6/15/24 - Talks with Dogs: How Our Body Language Affects Our Communication with Dogs with Suzanne Clothier - PPG (fee applies)
2024-06-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The more details we have the easier it is to list and market the event*: Books and videos help us understand canine body language what this or that means, but where is the focus on handler body language? Handler behavior is as complex and as nuanced as canine body language. When the handler is sending mixed, inconsistent or contrary messages, the dog can end up confused or frustrated. Greater awareness of how these elements can and do affect the dog can improve training and relationships, and help avoid accidentally contributing to a dog’s anxiety, fear, reactivity or just flat out exasperation with humans. Dogs would really appreciate it if humans could learn to mean what they say, and know what they are really saying, and communicate clearly with intent and awareness. Suzanne provides video, examples, details and practical tips for helping handlers make adjustments. Whether you’re a pro who needs new ways to help clients be their best, or a dog loving human who wants to communicate more clearly while removing common roadblocks to understanding, this webinar is for you!
Learning Objectives
Attendees will learn to observe these elements of handler body language, and be able to recognize them in themselves and others, plus practical tips for helping handlers make adjustments for clearer, consistent communication:
• Meta-messaging
• Balance
• Postures & gestures
• Orientation
• Breathing & blink rate
• Expression & voice
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars/talks-with-dogs-how-our-body-language-affects-our-communication-with-dogs-with-suzanne-clothier/

Webinar - 6/18/24 - The Roundtable: Setting Boundaries & Combating Burnout - The AAWA
2024-06-18 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Caring for animals and helping the people who support them can feel daunting. Add in a staffing shortage and you’re officially overwhelmed. How do you prioritize when you don’t have enough help or time? When should you take a break or push forward? How do you say ‘no’ to the next task so you can say ‘yes’ to your well-being?
Learn how panelists across different animal welfare sectors manage wellness and boundaries when staff and morale are constantly shifting. This roundtable is ideal for staff interested in adding coping strategies to their wellness toolkit.
The Roundtable Panel:

Allison Cardona, California State Director, Koret Shelter Medicine Program
Jessica Umunnabuike, Senior Talent & Diversity Specialist, San Diego Humane Society
Kristen Williams Community Events & Outreach Manager, Forsyth Humane Society

Moderated by:

Jasmin Robinson, Director of DEI Initiatives, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement

This roundtable has been approved for 1 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit.
WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/RT-6-18-24

Webinar - 6/18/24 - Navigating the Employment Landscape: Understanding Agreements, Bonuses, and Corporate Contracts for Employee Success - VETGirl (fee applies)
2024-06-18 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Contract clarity? Yes, please!
In this 1.5-hour, VETgirl practice management webinar, Charlotte A. Lacroix, DVM, JD demystifies the intricate landscape of employment agreements, retention bonuses, non-competes, and corporate contracts. Whether you’re an employee seeking clarity or an employer aiming to enhance your workforce management practices, this webinar promises valuable insights into optimizing the employee experience within the realm of contractual obligations.
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WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/june-18-2024-navigating-the-employment-landscape-understanding-agreements-bonuses-and-corporate-contracts-for-employee-success/

Webinar - 6/20/24 - Northern Tier Shelter Initiative Zoomies: Putting the ASV Guidelines into Action - ASPCAPro
2024-06-20 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The Association of Shelter Veterinarians’ Guidelines for Standards of Care in Animal Shelters is a guide for animal shelters to provide care in a way that creates positive experiences while also mitigating negative ones. You know the “what” and the “why,” so now come learn about the “how.” Join us as we highlight sections of the guidelines and discuss actionable items you can take to implement the guidelines in your shelter. This session is part of a series to view part 1, The Updated ASV Guidelines: Practical Guidance for Animal Welfare Organizations, click here.

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Takeaways

Learn more about specific sections, including population management, facilities, and behavior.
Discover customizable strategies to elevate welfare with multiple options based on your shelter’s unique challenges.
Learn about resources available to assist in accomplishing goals related to the Guidelines.

Presenter: Lauren Overman, DVM, Senior Director, Shelter Medicine Services, ASPCA
Suited For
Animal welfare leaders, staff, and volunteers working in, or with, animal shelters, rescues, or clinics within the Northern Tier (Alaska, Idaho, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, Washington, and Wisconsin), but all are welcome.

Credits

The ASPCA is an approved provider of content, which enhances professional competence and aligns with the 5 domains of the CAWA Exam specifications.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/northern-tier-shelter-initiative-zoomies-putting-asv-guidelines-action

Webinar - 6/20/24 - Intro To Behavior Medications: What Are They, And How Can They Help? - FDSA (fee applies)
2024-06-20 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Do you have a dog with behavior issues, or work with client dogs who do? If so, join us for a fun and informative discussion! You may already know how to address issues like anxiety, reactivity, or aggression from a training standpoint, but many dog owners and trainers are unsure about how medication might fit into the picture.
This webinar will provide an overview of the most common medications used to treat behavior problems in dogs. Our focus will be on practical, “real-world” information including:

How to know if your dog might benefit from medication
Goals of using meds in behavior cases
Different classes of drugs and how they work
Natural supplements and calming aids

Can be taken on its own, or as a lead-in to Part 2 for those who want ALL THE DETAILS!
Note: This webinar is back by popular demand. Please check your webinar library before purchasing.
Presenter: Jennifer Summerfield, DVM
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar - 6/20/24 - Future of Field Services: Community Engagement for Pet & Public Safety - HASS
2024-06-20 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Field services officers are the first responders of animal welfare for every single community. In order to rise above the “neighborhood dog catcher” stigma, a new approach rooted in not just public and pet safety, but community advocacy is required. Early research shows, when ACO’s are collaborate directly with their local shelter, more pets and people remain united, stay safe and shelters can avoid unnecessary intake.
Join panelist Dr. Josh Fisher, Director of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services/Police Department and Annette Ramirez, Los Angeles Animal Services Assistant General Manager to discuss their experience in field services and how the role of ACOs have evolved over the years and what shelters can do to prioritize building a strong partnership with field services.
WEBSITE LINK: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/7816739797796/WN_ZoyLjLiUTY2Mh1i3noj0pQ#/registration

Webinar - 6/20/24 - Behavior Medications, Part 2: Beyond The Basics - FDSA (fee applies)
2024-06-20 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
In this webinar, we will build on the information presented in “Intro to Behavior Medications” to take your knowledge to the next level. Delve into the nitty-gritty details of behavioral pharmacology as it relates to the following:

Factors that influence medication choices for aggression, anxiety, etc. – which drug is best for different situations?
Combination therapy (using multiple meds together)
Case studies and examples for discussion

We will also discuss specific considerations for performance dogs, including the impact of behavior meds on learning and memory, and possible ethical questions that may arise when deciding whether or not to medicate a dog who is actively showing and competing.
Note: This webinar is back by popular demand. Please check your webinar library before purchasing.
Presenter: Jennifer Summerfield, DVM
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars
