Webinar - 8/21/22 - Otitis Externa: 5 Common Reasons Treatments Fail - VETGirl
2022-08-21 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
In this complimentary, 1-hour VETgirl–Elanco webinar, Dr. Darren Berger, DACVD reviews common pitfalls that occur during treatment of canine otitis externa and strategies to avoid these common mistakes. Tune in to get some helpful hints to improve owner compliance in treating those dirty ears!
Thanks to sponsorship from Elanco, this webinar is FREE to all!
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*Note: Viewing this webinar is for individual use only; VETgirl webinars are not designed nor meant to be viewed in a group setting due to RACE-CE audit purposes. Inappropriate sharing or viewing of the webinar may result in revoking of membership.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/august-18-2022-aventuras-en-el-diagnostico-de-alergia-alimenticia-una-actualizacion-del-manejo-de-dietas-diagnosticas-adventures-in-the-diagnosis-of-food-allergy-an-update-on-the-management-of-di/

Webinar - 8/22/22 - Developing and Sustaining a Strong Kitten Program - AWLA
2022-08-22 12:00 - 13:00
We will discuss the development of the Kitten College at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington; lessons learned; tips to build and grow a specialized foster program. This presentation is geared towards shelter/rescue administrators and staff.
WEBSITE LINK: https://fb.me/e/4BUmrsyg3

Webinar - 8/22/22 - Dog Playgroups Part 1: The Why - Getting2Zero
2022-08-22 17:00 - 18:00
Learn about all the ways in which Dogs Playing For Life Playgroups are transforming shelters all across the USA.
In this first of three webinars, we will present powerful examples of how playgroups can not only enhance the quality of life for your shelter dogs, but how focusing on their quality of life through enrichment can lead to game-changing benefits to your shelter’s everyday operations.
Attendees will get to view dynamic video examples and impactful data and experiences from some of the nearly 300 shelters that have embraced the power of letting shelter dogs play!
This webinar is one of three that will be delivered over the coming months.
To learn more about DPFL go to https://dogsplayingforlife.com
Presenter: Aimee Sadler
Aimee is the Founder and CEO of Dogs Playing for Life (DPFL). With 35 years of experience working with multiple species in varying venues, Aimee has become an internationally recognized trainer and speaker specializing in shelter programs that enhance quality of life and reduce canine euthanasia in animal shelters. The cornerstone of DPFL’s programming is our Every Dog, Every Day!, an out-of-kennel enrichment model that is in increasing demand and has been introduced to over 300 shelters across the U.S. and Canada. DPFL’s measured programming is contributing to safer shelter environments by reducing dog-human bites while increasing canine lifesaving at an average rate of 4% at participating shelters. Starting in 2017, dogs most at risk of behavioral euthanasia can get a second chance at DPFL’s Canine Center Florida, an advanced training and behavior care center with an overall save rate of 86 percent.
Aimee has regularly presented at animal welfare and professional dog training conferences such as HSUS’ Animal Expo, Best Friend’s Annual Conferences, Masters in Behavior Conference, and the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) Conferences. DPFL was the inaugural recipient of Petco Foundation’s Love in Action Award. In 2016, DPFL was featured in Episode 4 of the PBS television series, “Shelter Me.”
Aimee is a proud recipient of the Henry Bergh Leadership Award and the Maddie’s Hero Award and has been inducted into the Members Hall of Fame for the IACP. Aimee currently resides in Longmont, CO, with her husband and family.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.g2z.org.au/g2z-webinars-and-online-events.html

Webinar - 8/23/22 - The Fear Free Vaccination Experience - Fear Free
2022-08-23 17:00 - 18:00
There are many lifestyle factors that influence the decision to vaccinate or to not vaccinate, and we must learn to be proactive about addressing potential concerns that may arise. Join Natalie Gruchow, CVPM, SHRM-CP, Elite FFCP (Veterinary), as she discusses how to use Fear Free concepts to alleviate fear, anxiety, and stress during the vaccination appointment for the pet and pet owner.
Attendees will learn how to:
· Clearly explain vaccination benefits to pet owners.
· Apply Fear Free concepts to safely & comfortably vaccinate patients.
· Develop skills for successful Fear Free communications with your team & clients.
Brought to you by our friends at Elanco
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9UPzI4qQREG5EDgc3TINbA

Webinar - 8/24/22 - Fear Free and Physical Rehabilitation - Fear Free
2022-08-24 17:00 - 18:00
Providing exceptional rehabilitation services for patients while also creating a positive experience is not that far-fetched! Join Deana Cappucci, BS, LVT, CCRVN, CCMT, VTS (Physical Rehabilitation), FFCP (Veterinary), as she discusses the importance of using Fear Free techniques to alleviate fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) and create positive outcomes in the physical rehabilitation experience.
Attendees will learn:
• The cornerstones of Fear Free
• Signs of FAS
• Common modalities used in rehab
• Incorporating Fear Free into rehab
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Jj1_kHQmQ3mHKdXTMeoYZA

Webinar - 8/25/22 - Zen and the Art of Impulse Control - FDSA (fee applies)
2022-08-25 15:00 - 16:00
Most people would agree that we’d like our dogs to have the ability to be zen; to chill out and relax when the situation calls for it. In addition, we’d like them to think before they act. Mindless reactivity can be difficult to live with and manage in our dogs.
In this presentation Dr. Deb Jones is going to discuss her views on zen and the concept of impulse control. She will talk about the common usage of such terms as well as her working definitions, and issues with the terminology and application.
She will talk about the advantages of teaching a dog to be zen and demonstrate specific exercises that can encourage thought before action. In particular, Deb will focus on both the art and the science of zen work. A clear understanding of the major underlying scientific principles will be very helpful to excellent application and execution of the techniques.
Deb will discuss the importance of designated markers, introduce her foundation “bowl” games, and demonstrate the place/drop/toss technique to build fluency. She will talk about developing control around food and toys, and also consider broader generalization issues and applications.
Note: This webinar was originally included as a presentation in the Lemonade Conference, but has not previously run as a standalone webinar.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

VIN Rounds - 8/25/22 - New Feline Tests: When to Use Them & When to Lose Them - VIN/VSPN
2022-08-25 17:00 - 18:00
Margie Scherk, DVM, DABVP (feline) presents “New Feline Tests: When to Use Them & When to Lose Them.”
Invite your staff to attend via VSPN.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.vin.com/doc/?id=10935195

Online Event - 8/29/22 - Saving Luna: A Case Study on Rabbit Aggression - PPG (fee applies)
2022-08-29 15:30 - 16:30
Emily came across a desperate post in a local rabbit rescue Facebook group, begging someone to take a beautiful rabbit who was scheduled to be euthanized the next day for aggression. She instantly responded to take the case pro bono and would work with anyone who took on this bunny. Shortly after, Emily received a friend request from the person who was dropping everything to pick up Luna, and they immediately got to work. As Emily watched Luna throw herself, growling and snarling, at the fence separating them, she wondered if she had bitten off more than she could chew!
Luna’s aggression is more severe than any case Emily had experienced in her career working with rabbits. Luna’s triggers ranged from everything to the sound of a person approaching to the appearance of food falling into her pen. Anything associated with human interaction was met with a flying leap, a growl, and a fierce bite. While Luna’s clear stress and discomfort were a main focus of their efforts, Emily was equally concerned with giving Luna’s humans the tools to manage her safely, without (any more) bloodshed! Carefully managing Luna’s triggers, mindful counterconditioning, and enrichment were the tools we used to gradually build trust. Luna began to relax, and so could everyone around her!
Luna’s story is not just her own, but the story of many rabbits who are euthanized in shelters for behavior issues. Rabbits whose issues are often created by the environment. This presentation will be useful to anyone who cares for rabbits in any capacity.
Learning Objectives

The importance of stress management in aggression cases
Minimizing triggers in an environment where everything seems to be a trigger
Developing safe ways to interact with and care for an extremely over-threshold animal
Direct juxtaposition of force-free strategies and force-based common methods in handling rabbit aggression
Managing learned aggression in bunnies

About the Presenter
Emily earned her BS in Animal Science, with a specialization in Equine Science, from the University of Florida. Since 2010, she has been providing professional behavior assistance to pets and their people. She completed two internships, one at ZooTampa working primarily with Florida Manatees, and one at Clearwater Marine Aquarium, working with dolphins, otters, and pelicans. While in school, she worked with Class Act for Dogs, in Gainesville, Florida, under Dee Zurberg, an accomplished trainer who emphasized not only kindness to dogs, but kindness to their people as well. Since then, she has continued her career in the zoo field working with a variety of species including tigers, otters, Flying foxes, gibbons, and as well as various avian, aquatic, and reptile species. Her main focus, however, is caring for orangutans. While not working at the zoo, she has spent years working with dogs as a group class instructor and behavior consultant at Courteous Canine, Inc. This led her to create Small Animal Resources, a place for guardians of small pets to find accurate, reliable information and to highlight the behavioral needs of small mammals. She has published articles for the Pet Professional Guild and the International Association for Animal Behavior Consultants on various topics related to rabbit care and behavior. She has presented at various conferences, workshops, and webinars, for both the Pet Professional Guild, the Animal Behavior Management Alliance, and the Florida Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
WEBSITE LINK: https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-4793641

Webinar - 8/30/22 - Be Prepared: Animal Disaster Basics - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2022-08-30 10:00 - 11:15
During this webinar, attendees will learn how to identify potential threats and resources needed for community and personal pet and animal preparedness, taking into consideration the COVID-19 environment. This program reviews the basics of the Incident Command System, National Incident Management System, and the need for and how to develop local Emergency Operation Plans. We will discuss the steps in Preparedness, Mitigation, Response, and Recovery relating to animals during a disaster. Attendees will leave with a roadmap on how to begin the work of preparing themselves and their communities for a disaster, as local animal welfare experts.
Presenters:
Jennifer Toussaint is the Chief of Animal Control in Arlington County, Virginia at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington. Jennifer joined the Animal Control team in early 2012 as a Deputy and accepted the Chief position in 2016. Since becoming Chief, Jennifer has implemented a local ordinance in relation to exotic animal care and ownership. She has also expanded the Animal Control Department’s outreach efforts in providing additional support to pet owners to enable high owner-pet retention in the community. She specializes nationally in Humane Urban Wildlife Management practices and has been published multiple times on the topic. Jennifer is a CIT-trained officer and has trained animal control and welfare professionals on a variety of topics including: active listening, emergency preparedness, emotional support and service animals, animal neglect/cruelty investigations, and wildlife intake and triage. She is the Incident Commander for the Community Animal Response Team in Arlington, VA. Jennifer is the 2017 recipient of the Virginia Animal Control Association Dr. Kent Roberts Animal Control Officer of the Year and received a commendation from the Virginia General Assembly for her service. In 2020, Jennifer’s department won the Outstanding Agency of the Year award from the Virginia Animal Control Association. She is a graduate of Moravian College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and Spanish. Jennifer shares her home with her rescue dogs Rheagan and Ducky.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/be-prepared-animal-disaster-basics/

Webinar - 8/31/22 - What to do about conflicts with rodents: Addressing rodent conflicts in your community and in your facility - HSUS
2022-08-31 10:00 - 11:00
Conflicts with rodents like rats and mice, are common in our communities, and they can also present issues in our own facilities. Join us for this webinar as we explore the life cycle of rats and mice and provide insight into their behavior, nesting and foraging that will help you advise and respond to the conflicts that people experience with them. This webinar will also feature information on how to improve rodent management approaches in your facility by implementing exclusion strategies, taking steps to reduce and eliminate access to attractants and understating what role other measures like repellents, habitat alteration and fertility control can play to mitigate problems with rats and mice. (Photo: Alex Gallardo/The HSUS)
WEBSITE LINK: https://humanesociety.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UNt6PnNjR-izuGXJ1-qvRg

Webinar - 8/31/22 - Using Care Pathways to Manage Your Shelter Behavior Program - Maddie's Fund
2022-08-31 12:00 - 13:00
Care Pathways are standardized plans for animals that have the same type of condition. They allow for individualized support while ensuring efficient, effective care for animals with that condition. They’re commonly used for improving animals’ paths through the shelter system, as well as managing medical conditions. During this presentation, we’ll talk about care pathways regarding behavior and how we can utilize them pathways to improve our shelter behavior programs.
Join Maddie’s Fund Director of Outreach and Research, Sheila Segurson, DVM, DACVB, and use this webinar in conjunction with her course on Maddie’s University, Care Pathways: Guiding Animals Through the Shelter.
After the webcast, drop by Maddie’s Pet Forum to continue the discussion, ask questions and exchange ideas: https://maddies.fund/WebcastCarePathways
This webinar will be recorded and 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. ​
About the presenter
As Director of Outreach and Research for Maddie’s Fund®, Dr. Sheila Segurson’s goal is to develop and support research that increases pet adoptions from rescue groups and shelters and improves pet well-being. She relies upon her background working in and with animal shelters, pet foster care programs, and veterinary medicine to lead Maddie’s Fund research efforts.
After graduating from UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Segurson worked as a general practice/emergency/shelter veterinarian at pet hospitals in California. Then, in 2005, Sheila graduated from Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program at UC Davis, becoming the first in the nation to complete a three-year, post-graduate behavior specialty training program with an emphasis on shelter animals and shelter behavior programs. She worked for several pet welfare organizations, including UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program, The Sacramento SPCA, and the Animal Rescue League of Boston, where she developed and implemented enrichment/behavior modification programs.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddiesfund-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_b1uGR2fRSMWolVFpQ1NckQ

Webinar - 9/1/22 - An overview of key aspects of the puppy education literature & possible implications for trainers - Dog iBox (fee applies)
2022-09-01 10:00 - 11:30
Our aim as trainers and behaviourists is to support puppy education to minimize the risk of unwanted behaviour developing and maximize successful adaptation to a modern human environment. Over the past few decades the literature regarding puppy rearing and puppy education has grown. Although many questions are still to be answered, there is information available which can help inform our practice. This includes information which can support best practice in puppy classes as well as the advice we give owners and breeders regarding raising their puppies. This talk will examine some of the available literature from the perspective of what it might mean for what we do in practice.
Presenter: Dr. Helen Zulch MRCVS
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.dog-ibox.com/en/market/catalog/live-webinars/an-overview-of-key-aspects-of-the-puppy-education-literature-possible-implications-for-trainers.html

Webinar - 9/1/22 - Anxiety: The Whole Story - FDSA (fee applies)
2022-09-01 15:00 - 16:00
So you have a shy dog – one who’s easily frightened of strange people or places, or maybe even one who sits at home IMAGINING what horrible thing might happen next. Is this because of genetics? Or did you mess up somehow? Jessica will talk about the biology behind anxiety: the roles of genetics, early environment (as early as in mom’s uterus!), and socialization. Spoiler alert: you didn’t mess up. But this talk will help you understand better where your dog is coming from and help you think through the many different puzzle pieces that made her who she is.
Presenter: Jessica Hekman, DVM, PhD
Note: This webinar is back by popular demand. Please check your webinar library before purchasing.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar - 9/6/22 - Spay/Neuter Considerations Based on Breed, Sex and Age - VETGirl (fee applies)
2022-09-06 17:00 - 18:00
Should gonadectomy be delayed for specific canine breeds?
In this 1-hour VETgirl small animal webinar, Dr. Karen Tobias, MS, DACVS reviews side effects of spaying and neutering in dogs. Tune in to learn breed and age-specific considerations to help you determine when the best time is to schedule that gonadectomy!
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 join now! All the webinars are recorded and can be viewed 24/7 after their release date for CE credit. If you’re watching the recording later on, don’t forget to take the CE quiz with it when you’re done to get your CE certificate!
*Note: Viewing this webinar is for individual use only; VETgirl webinars are not designed nor meant to be viewed in a group setting due to RACE-CE audit purposes. Inappropriate sharing or viewing of the webinar may result in revoking of membership.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/september-6-2022-spay-neuter-considerations-based-on-breed-sex-and-age/

Webinar - 9/7/22 - 3 Steps to Build a Wildly Engaged Community - Network for Good
2022-09-07 10:00 - 11:00
Make your nonprofit more than a mission, make it a movement.
Community organizing is our nonprofit superpower. When we galvanize our people into a movement of engaged advocates – demanding change for the communities and causes they care about – everything else gets easier… fundraising, board leadership, strategic partnerships, and capacity building.
By investing in your mission, donors and partners are rooting for you to be their ‘representative’ and leverage their collective voice and influence for big impact.
In this session, we’ll explore key strategies to galvanize a more inclusive, diverse, and fired-up coalition of change makers ready to make the bold moves needed to fast track your big vision – no matter how many database contacts you currently have.
Participants will explore key steps to:

Hone your magnetic message to attract the right donors and partners who are ready to give
Simplify and target your fundraising efforts to raise more money with less struggle
Engage and leverage your community to fast-track your vision

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.networkforgood.com/resource/build-engaged-community/

Webinar - 9/7/22 - Are you ready for CATastrophe? - National Kitten Coalition
2022-09-07 11:00 - 12:00
Disasters can affect anyone. Preparing to care for your family, pets, fosters, and shelter animals during and after an emergency is vital before the disaster hits.
This session will offer participants a brief overview of emergency planning and response for animal shelters, rescue groups, and foster parents, with a focus on considerations for kittens. It will cover common emergencies to prepare for, information on creating an emergency plan for shelters and foster homes in advance of a crisis, and agencies and organizations that can help with the process. We will also touch on the concept of community animal response teams and how you can join or create a team within your community.
Speaker: Joanna Fortin, Director of Community Programs, Animal Welfare League of Alexandria (VA)
WEBSITE LINK: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8747890855696007437

Webinar - 9/7/22 - Understanding and Promoting the Self-Regulation of Behavior - PPG (fee applies)
2022-09-07 11:00 - 12:00
Are you interested in developing better self-control in dogs? Then this talk is for you! Executive function refers to the mental processes that are involved in the self-regulation of behavior. For example, maintaining focus and avoiding distraction, inhibiting behavior, adjusting behavior for different environments, and working toward a goal.
Obviously, these behaviors are critical for pet, performance, and working dogs alike. This webinar is a review of everything we know about the development of executive function in dogs. You don’t want to miss this talk!
Learning Objectives:

Define executive function
Explain the relationship between executive function attention, emotional regulation, impulse control, stress resilience and behavior issues
List the factors that influence executive function in dogs
Discuss ways of improving executive function in dogs

CEUs: PPAB 1, CCPDT (pending), KPA (pending), IAABC (pending)
Presenter: Dr. Kristina Spaulding
Dr. Spaulding has a PhD in biopsychology – the study of the biological basis of behavior – and is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist through the Animal Behavior Society. She specializes in stress and behavior, social cognition and emotion, positive welfare and the prevention and treatment of behavior problems in dogs. In addition to her academic background, she has been in the dog training and behavior profession for 19 years. She currently splits her time between private behavior work and teaching other dog trainers and behavior consultants online and through seminars and conferences.
In addition, Dr. Spaulding is a long-standing member of the APDT Education Committee. She is also a member of the Fear Free Advisory Group and an authorized Speaker for Fear Free. She also chairs a task force for Meeting of the Minds, a coalition of top dog professionals across the country charged with improving the quality of life for our dogs and is a member of the IAABC Foundation Board. Use this link to find out more about her on her website: http://smartdogtrainingandbehavior.com/online-services/
WEBSITE LINK: https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-4812724

Webinar - 9/8/22 - Maddie's Insights: What laboratory studies may tell us about stress in a dog shelter - Maddie's Fund
2022-09-08 12:00 - 13:00
Maddie’s Insights are monthly webcasts with practical tips based on current research to help pets and people.
This month, Dr. Michael Hennessy, Professor of Psychology, Wright State University, will be joined by Regina Willen, Founder and Director at HALO K9 Behavior. They will discuss how basic scientific research informs our understanding of the stress dogs undergo in a shelter environment. They will examine immediate effects of entry to a shelter as well as potential long-term consequences. How basic research findings suggest practicable means for reducing or preventing these outcomes will also be considered.
After the webcast, join us on Maddie’s Pet Forum to continue the discussion and exchange ideas: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastStress
This webinar will be recorded and 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.
REGISTER HERE https://maddiesfund-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FddH0bQWRpiH4HedjwY28A
Presenters
Michael Hennessy, PhD, Professor of Psychology, Wright State University
Dr. Hennessy is a behavioral neuroscientist with interests in both basic laboratory research on stress and how this research can be applied to reduce the impact of stress on dogs in animal shelters. He is currently Professor of Psychology at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio. He earned his PhD in experimental psychology at Northern Illinois University and then completed post-doctoral training and served as Research Associate in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University. He subsequently held the position of Research Psychologist at SRI International, and since coming to Wright State, has had stints as a visiting scholar at both the California National Primate Research Center at the University of California, Davis and the Department of Behavioral Biology at the University of Muenster in Muenster, Germany.
Dr. Hennessy’s basic research focuses primarily on how psychological stressors impact neural and hormonal systems, how social factors can enhance or reduce these stress responses, and the lasting impact of stress in early life on later neural and psychological function. His work with dogs is focused entirely on finding means of reducing the stress of shelter housing and its impact on behavior and adoption success.
Dr. Hennessy has served on the American Psychological Association’s Committee on Animal Research and Ethics, which he chaired in 2018. He is past president of the International Society for Developmental Psychobiology and is a member of the editorial board of the journal Developmental Psychobiology. He previously was named outstanding faculty member of the year at Wright State. He has served as a member of the Scientific Advisory Board of the California National Primate Research Center and currently serves on the External Scientific Advisory Board of the Waltham foundation. Dr. Hennessy’s basic research has been funded nearly continuously by the National Institutes of Health and the National Science Foundation. His work with dogs has been funded by various sources including the Waltham Foundation, the IAMs company, and the ASPCA. Dr. Hennessy is author of over 140 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters.
Regina Willen, Founder and Executive Director, HALO
Regina Willen is a Neuroscience and Physiology Scientist. She is a board-certified applied animal behaviorist (ACAAB) with the Animal Behavior Society (ABS) and is an animal behavior consultant with the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC). She has extensively studied the behavior of shelter dogs in and out of the shelter. She specializes in creating behavior programs that are practical for shelter staff, volunteers, and the busy family.

WEBSITE LINK: https://maddiesfund-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FddH0bQWRpiH4HedjwY28A

Webinar - 9/8/22 - Touchy Heely: Contact Heeling for Ringsport, Behavior Work and Life! - FDSA (fee applies)
2022-09-08 15:00 - 16:00
Contact heeling” means teaching your dog to maintain physical contact with your body while also allowing them the freedom to look around. You might be moving, standing still, sitting in a chair, or completing a task, and your dog will press against you to maintain contact! While originally trained for the Sports of French and Mondio Ring, this skill is useful in crowded environments, during training classes, or between working exercises…anywhere dogs frequently lose contact with their handler. In behavior work, contact heeling can allow both you and your dog to observe the environment while simultaneously retaining physical awareness of each other. So many uses!
Unlike precision heeling, there is no expectation of eye contact or a precise position at the handler’s side. Indeed, the dog can be taught to rotate all the way around the handler – the only criteria is continuous physical contact. As a result, contact heeling can be relaxing and enjoyable for both parties.
Sound useful? It is! Join Denise Fenzi and learn how she teaches contact heeling, along with a discussion of the varied ways she uses this skill in both training and in daily life.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar - 9/8/22 - The Answers to All the Questions About Small Animal Anesthesia and Analgesia You Never Dared to Ask - VETGirl (fee applies)
2022-09-08 17:00 - 18:00
It’s the anesthesia event you’ve been waiting for!
In this 1-hour VETgirl small animal webinar, Dr. Jane Quandt, DVM, MS, DACVAA, DACVECC and Dr. Mike Barletta, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVAA will answer your questions about small animal anesthesia and analgesia to further clarify the concepts of balanced anesthesia and analgesia. Tune in for this interactive session to get all your questions answered!
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 join now! All the webinars are recorded and can be viewed 24/7 after their release date for CE credit. If you’re watching the recording later on, don’t forget to take the CE quiz with it when you’re done to get your CE certificate!
*Note: Viewing this webinar is for individual use only; VETgirl webinars are not designed nor meant to be viewed in a group setting due to RACE-CE audit purposes. Inappropriate sharing or viewing of the webinar may result in revoking of membership.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/september-8-2022-the-answers-to-all-the-questions-about-small-animal-anesthesia-and-analgesia-you-never-dared-to-ask/

Webinar - 9/8/22 - Implementing Fear Free into Companion Animal Anesthesia - Fear Free
2022-09-08 17:00 - 18:00
Hospital visits can be a scary experience for people and pets. Learn ways to reduce fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) that will improve the safety of staff members and help bond clients to your practice for life. Join Heidi Reuss-Lamky, LVT, VTS (Anesthesia/Analgesia), (Surgery), Elite FFCP (Veterinary), CFVP, as she discusses how to implement Fear Free concepts into companion animal anesthesia.
Attendees will learn how to:
• Minimize fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) in hospital environments
• Utilize Fear Free handling and physical exam tips
• Consult emotional medical records (EMR)
• Properly care for pets post-op
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xAGDgsFjQAmjow-zbjtGbg

Webinar - 9/11/22 - Hematuria Detection: The New Standard of Care and Elimination Problems in Cats - VETGirl
2022-09-11 17:00 - 19:00
Cat with FLUTD? Stress? Hematuria? I need help!
In this complimentary, 2-hour VETgirl–Royal Canin webinar, Dr. Meghan Herron, DACVB and Dr. Margie Scherk, DABVP (Feline Practice) will review common elimination problems in cats and the diagnostic approach to cats with lower urinary tract signs. Learn how the integration of behavior and medicine can help your feline patients achieve the best possible outcomes in this two-part session.
Thanks to sponsorship from Royal Canin, this webinar is FREE to all!
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 join now! All the webinars are recorded and can be viewed 24/7 after their release date for CE credit. If you’re watching the recording later on, don’t forget to take the CE quiz with it when you’re done to get your CE certificate!
*Note: Viewing this webinar is for individual use only; VETgirl webinars are not designed nor meant to be viewed in a group setting due to RACE-CE audit purposes. Inappropriate sharing or viewing of the webinar may result in revoking of membership.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/september-11-2022-using-hematuria-to-help-detect-and-manage-urinary-tract-problems-in-cats/

Webinar - 9/13/22 - Pain Recognition and Scoring - VETGirl (fee applies)
2022-09-13 17:30 - 18:30
Help pounce on pain in your patients!
In this 1-hour VETgirl veterinary technician webinar, Rachel Bassett, CVT, VTS (Anesthesia) reviews how to recognize acute and chronic pain in your hospitalized patients and how to monitor and score pain post-operatively too! Tune in to learn about various techniques and scoring scales in pain management.
Want to learn more? Check out our other veterinary technician webinars HERE.
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WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/september-13-2022-pain-recognition-and-scoring/

Webinar - 9/14/22 - How to Build a Stronger Pipeline to Major Gifts - The AAWA
2022-09-14 12:00 - 13:00
In today’s economic climate, pipeline development is one of the most important fundraising trends facing animal welfare organizations. The key to enhancing your upward migration is by cultivating the right prospects into deeper relationships—but where do you begin?
In this webinar, we’ll discuss:

Using analytics and modeling to reveal the wealth in your file
Crafting a communication strategy that speaks to mid and major donors
Combining structure and energy to steward these donors properly

Sponsored by RKD Group
WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/rkd91422

Webinar - 9/14/22 - Supported Self-Rehoming Without Surrendering: Setting Up Supportive Services with Safety and Success - HASS
2022-09-14 15:00 - 16:00
Approximately a quarter of animals enter animal shelters under the intake type called “owner surrender.” Pet parents often do not know how to safely and successfully rehome their pets themselves. Supported self-rehoming is a great way for organizations to give pet parents who can no longer keep their pets the tools they need to safely rehome their own pets with ongoing support from shelter staff and volunteers. Supported self-rehoming not only gives pet parents an opportunity to be a part of selecting a new family and the potential for continued communication after, it also reduces the number of family pets who unnecessarily have to live in a kennel, taking a valuable space away from another pet in need.
Join us for an info-packed webinar where our speakers, Kaycey Adair from Greenville County Animal Services, Ana De Luccia from Adopt-A-Pet and Lucy Fernandez from Austin Pets Alive!, will highlight how organizations can begin offering supported self-rehoming options to pet parents who need it. They’ll also discuss ways to utilize social media and other technology solutions that fit your organization’s needs, and best practices for communicating these programs to stakeholders and your community. Don’t miss it!
WEBSITE LINK: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/1116613782408/WN_3cfnr2dER96WQR7nECZc7w

Webinar - 9/14/22 - Is That Old Dog Frail? Perspectives from the Dog Aging Project - HSVMA
2022-09-14 16:00 - 17:30
The Dog Aging Project is an innovative and enormous initiative that brings together a community of dogs, owners, veterinarians, researchers, and volunteers to carry out the most ambitious canine health study in the world. It is a longitudinal study of aging in over 37,000 American dogs. Its work is centered on two fundamental goals:

understanding how genes, lifestyle, and environment influence aging; and
intervening to increase health span, the period of life spent free from disease.

The presentation will allow practitioners the following objectives/ skills:

A general understanding of what the Dog Aging Project is and how it collects data
Understanding of what community science is
Being able to define “health span”
Understanding of factors that were reported to be the cause of death in this population of dogs
Understanding of what frailty is and what affects it
Being able to define cachexia and sarcopenia
Understanding of how you can get involved and support this project

This webinar is FREE for all attendees.
1.5 hours of RACE CE credits (medical) will be available for HSVMA members only (RACE approval pending).
Presented by Dr. Genna Fishgold Atiee, DVM, DACVIM
Genna Atiee is a boarded small animal internist currently practicing at Texas A&M University. She completed her rotating internship and internal medicine residency at North Carolina State University. Upon completion of her residency, she went into private practice and spent several years practicing in Texas and Arizona. After a few years in private practice, she went back to academia and completed a fellowship in interventional radiology at the University of Georgia. She enthusiastically went back to her alma mater, Texas A&M, to help start the interventional radiology service in addition to joining the internal medicine faculty. She has a strong interest in nephrology and urology, hematology, aging, and interventional radiology. She is also the clinical veterinary liaison for the Dog Aging Project.
WEBSITE LINK: https://hsvma.memberclicks.net/webinar-is-that-old-dog-frail

Webinar - 9/14/22 - Assertive Communication: Developing the Communication Style that is Clear, Respectful and Impactful - VETGirl (fee applies)
2022-09-14 17:30 - 18:30
Do you cower and cringe in the corner when it comes to difficult conversations? This one’s for you!
In this 1-hour, VETgirl leadership webinar, Dr. Sally Ryan will review difficult conversations. Do you tend to communicate more passively, aggressively, or assertively? In this webinar, you will learn the difference between these communication styles and the benefits of assertive communication in the workplace. Tune in to learn your natural style and identify practical strategies for becoming a more assertive communicator.
This 2022 leadership track course qualifies as continuing education applicable to the Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) certification program offered by the VHMA, CVPM Course ID#21-123.
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 join now! All the webinars are recorded and can be viewed 24/7 after their release date for CE credit. If you’re watching the recording later on, don’t forget to take the CE quiz with it when you’re done to get your CE certificate!
WESITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/september-14-2022-assertive-communication-developing-the-communication-style-that-is-clear-respectful-and-impactful/

Webinar - 9/15/22 - Emotion Driven Behaviors - Working with Skittish Dogs - GoodPup
2022-09-15 09:00 - 10:00
This is the first webinar in our Fall Series on Emotion Drive Behaviors. In this webinar, we will discuss working with skittish dogs.
A variety of challenging behaviors stem from the emotions our dogs experience as they maneuver through the stressful situations of life.
GoodPup’s new webinar series on emotion based behaviors will focus on how emotions influence the concerning behaviors we see.
Beginning with shy or skittish dogs, every webinar in this series will focus on how to start changing these behaviors by first understanding how to address the emotion behind them.
GoodPup will break down the management required to prevent or stop the stress; talk about how to improve communication; and look at how to begin to change the underlying emotion, ultimately changing the behavior.
Presenter:
Kait Hembree VTS (Behavior), CVT, KPA CTP
Head of Training at GoodPup
Kait Hembree and her team designed the GoodPup Training Program using the latest scientific research and positive reinforcement training techniques. Kait’s career in Animal Behavior spans decades. She has extensive experience working with behavior modification both in and outside veterinary practices and animal shelters. She regularly consults as a dog behavior expert across the country.
WEBSITE LINK: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/emotion-driven-behaviors-working-with-skittish-dogs-tickets-408126747087

Webinar - 9/15/22 - Intake & Holding Periods: Everything you ever wanted to know! - CalAnimals
2022-09-15 10:00 - 11:00
When it comes to daily shelter activities that happen on a regular basis, the most common questions, and greatest confusion, revolve around intake (if, when, who) of animals, and the applicable holding periods once intake occurs. This webinar will lay out the basics for intake and holding periods under California law, explain the interactions of these issues with other laws, and explore some of the gray areas and public policy behind it all.
Presenters: Bruce Wagman, Attorney, and Cynthia Delany, DVM
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TOkzwHX8T2aHvqjoe_bqiw

Online Course - 9/15/22 - Breaking Happy: A Sustainable Path to Well-Being - The AAWA (fee applies)
2022-09-15 10:00 - 13:00
Can we be happy all the time? Should we be?
Psychologically and physiologically, we can’t be happy all the time — our brains aren’t built that way. And the desire to buck that nature is harming us in immense ways. There’s a healthier way to be, where we replace the pursuit of happiness with the pursuit of well-being.
This three-hour live, interactive session presented by Josh Vaisman will introduce participants to positive psychology, the scientific study of human flourishing. We’ll explore the challenges of the “Cult of Happiness” and lay out an evidence-based approach for a more nuanced, psychologically healthier path to well-being.
Attendees will leave inspired and equipped to cultivate their own well-being as animal welfare professionals and leaders. Learn how to:

Understand the cult of happiness and the destination dilemma
Recognize why feeling bad is often normal… and healthy!
Explore a variety of evidence-based practices we can use to build a resilient, sustainable mindset for ourselves and our team

This course is approved for 3 hours of CEs for both CAWA and NACA.
Watch this invitation from Josh Vaisman.
This live course is limited to 50 participants. Once the course is full we will open a waitlist.
WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/products/breaking-happy-a-sustainable-path-to-well-being
