VETGirl Presents: Join us for a complimentary, 30-minute VETgirl–Merck Animal Health YouTube LIVE event, where Dr. Natalie Marks reviews all you need to know about canine leptospirosis in general practice. Find out what breeds not to forget, what lab abnormalities not to miss and keys to early diagnosis and successful therapy. Learn all things lepto over lunch!

Suzanne Clothier Presents (fee applies): This webinar focuses on the poorly understood behaviors that we label as “resource guarding.” This topic deserves a clear eyed look at these behaviors, what may be motivating them, how these fit within the context of natural dog behavior, and how to approach working with these behaviors with a more nuanced understanding. I see important differences between resource guarding and rule setting, an important distinction.

CalAnimals Presents: Interested in learning about the legalities of intake in California animal shelters? Then join us as lead attorneys from the San Francisco SPCA’s Shelter PALS program, Brandy Kuentzel and Bruce Wagman, discuss California’s legal framework and a shelter’s legal requirements for dog and cat intake in the state. This 1-hour webinar will help shelter leaders more confidently communicate to diverse constituents about their shelter operations and explore creative ways to optimize welfare and lifesaving in their own communities.

Fear Free Presents: In this presentation, Valarie Tynes, DVM , DACVB, DACAW will provide multiple suggestions for helping the system run more smoothly without sacrificing the emotional health of our patients. The result will be an appointment that runs more efficiently because the patient is more relaxed and a happier, more satisfied client because they see their pet having a less distressing experience at the veterinary clinic.

VETGirl Presents: Join us for a complimentary 1-hour, online VETgirl–Zoetis CE webinar, where Dr. Elizabeth Colleran, DABVP reviews how to manage feline osteoarthritis (OA). Left untreated, feline OA can impact the quality of life in our feline patients, as is it often under-recognized and undertreated.

Pet Professional Guild Presents (fee applies): While systematic desensitization continues to be the gold standard training method for dogs who are afraid to be alone, a down-stay DRI is highly effective for dogs who are frustrated and can even be helpful for the fearful pups as well. Join us to brush up on your desensitization training skills as well as learn how to use a DRI down-stay to help more families gain the ability to leave their homes without worrying about their dog.

The Bridge Club Presents: Mast cell tumors (MCT) in dogs are very common, accounting for approximately 20% of all skin tumors. In this conversation, we dive deep into tumors, specifically mast cells and will be joined by Dr. Sue Ettinger, Dr. Pam Jones, and Dr. Justine Campbell. This conversation is supported by Virbac.

NACA/Justice Clearinghouse Presents: Animals seized in the course of cruelty cases have unique needs, which can pose challenges involving evidence preservation, unanticipated drains on law enforcement resources, and harm to the animals themselves. Join Animal Legal Defense Fund Senior Staff Attorney David B. Rosengard to discuss how various versions of state pre-conviction forfeiture statutes offer ways to overcome these hurdles, providing better outcomes for all involved.

Missouri Coalition of Animal Care Organizations Presents: In this session, Urgent Dog Case Manager Rachel Jones will share why you should be transparent and open to challenging discussions, the processes that she has created to support urgent dogs, and what you can be doing now to begin saving more lives.

VIN/AAFP Presents (for VIN members): A discussion of handling challenging cats with new and simple techniques, presented by Ilona Rodan, DVM, DAVBP

NACA/Justice Clearinghouse Presents: Short term foster programs are an easy way to reduce kennel stress as well as increase the visibility of your adoptable dogs in the community.  Lowered kennel stress equals happier dogs, higher adoption numbers, and lower euthanasia rates.  Recruit your community to help you market adoptable dogs in a fun and productive way.  The best part of these programs are that often the foster parent ends up adopting their short-term foster pet!

HSUS Presents: Does your agency or organization get calls about birds and squirrels fallen out of nests, very young raccoons seen without mom, or fawns and baby rabbits alone in fields or backyards? Whether or not you respond to these types of calls or refer them to a wildlife rehabilitator, this webinar will help you determine and achieve the best outcome for these animals. (Spoiler alert: many of these baby animals are probably not actually orphaned!) Learn how to know when intervention is necessary, how to reunite dependent young with their parents whenever possible, and how to best work with wildlife rehabilitators when reuniting is not possible.

VETGirl Presents: In this complimentary VETgirl–Elanco webinar, Dr. Audrey Cook, BVM&S, DACVIM reviews what impacts food intake in dogs and cats with chronic diseases, and what you can do about it! Learn a logical approach to managing your hyporexic patients, along with a review of pharmacological interventions that can help.

PPG Presents: Counter conditioning is one of the most common methods of reducing fear in dogs. This webinar will explore what the research has to say about the process of counter conditioning. Find out how counter conditioning works, how it’s related to extinction, what limitations it has, how it’s impacted by stress and what additional strategies we can use to enhance the treatment of fear

Center for Domestic Peace and Marin Humane Present: Join Center for Domestic Peace and Marin Humane to build community around this critical topic. We’ll take a deeper dive into the research, explore ways to identify abuse, and provide practical steps to take to help people and animals in need. April is dedicated to the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

HSVMA Presents: Based on Dr. Geller’s 20 years experience as an emergency clinician, this fast-paced presentation will include practical tips and procedures for the emergency clinician, as well as students and interns considering working in emergency medicine. A special focus will be made on maintaining patient comfort and welfare concerns in the chaotic environment of the veterinary emergency room. 

VETGirl Presents: In this complimentary VETgirl–Zoetis webinar, Dr. Fiona Bateman, DACVD reviews the theory and practice of managing multiple allergic presentations. Using real-world cases, she’ll discuss the management of allergic dermatitis from initial onset of itch, the impact of inflammation, how to manage acute hotspots, what works (and what may not) in otitis cases and more!

Dog iBox Presents (fee applies): This presentation will introduce a variety of ways to condition a reliable relaxation response using techniques that can be applied to many different patient temperaments and learning styles. Video examples will be provided to illustrate key points that maximize the success of this technique. Practical applications for incorporating this exercise into treatment plans for a variety of behavioral diagnoses such as noise phobia, resource guarding, and leash reactive behaviors will also be covered.

Suzanne Clothier Presents (fee applies): Have you ever wondered how to be positive in your training and relationship with dogs, and yet not end up just being run over or dragged here & there? It can be really challenging to find the balance between positive and pushover. This webinar tackles the confusion, and gives you some practical solutions that are simple and effective. Dogs appreciate the clarification! And you’ll learn how to be fair and consistent without having to harden your heart, deprive or ignore your dog.