Shelter Learniverse

Webinar – 8/31/23 – Stranger Danger! Advocating for and Advancing Your Human-Reactive Dogs – Dogs Playing for Life
2023-08-31 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
At Dogs Playing for Life’s Stranger Danger webinar, hosted by Aimee Sadler, CEO and Founder of DPFL, you will learn how to work with dogs that are wary of strangers by building their confidence and helping them develop new skills which will enable them to meet new people (and potential adopters) happily and successfully! Even for the private dog trainer or dog owner, the skills taught in this webinar will help support your stranger danger dog to expand their comfort level when meeting new people at home!
This webinar will demonstrate:
— DPFL’s Assess and Progress approach: fluttering between assessing and influencing behavior to determine how a dog might respond WITHOUT proper human support to determine what training is necessary for successful placement
— Comprehensive Tool Selection: determining what tool will best support the dog while keeping the handler and others safe during the learning process
— Principles vs. Methods: determining what approach will teach the dog as efficiently and effectively as possible
— Creative Proofing: conducting training with the goal of solid generalization of new skills so that dogs are able to work for multiple handlers with clarity and confidence
Come learn how to safely and effectively reach this segment of the canine population through in-depth behavior analysis, dynamic video examples, and practical approaches designed for anyone who is trying to find solutions for the dogs who need this extra human support.
This is a 1.5-hour presentation followed by a Q&A session. This webinar will NOT be recorded and is scheduled on EASTERN TIME.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aWzso2CZR2SGE3cCPiDxdA

Webinar - 8/31/23 - Lost and Found: Working with Your Community to Get More Lost Pets Home - HASS
2023-08-31 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
How can we better engage community members in the lost pet reunification process, and get more pets home to their families instead of sitting in shelters? This is one of the most important and urgent challenges shelters face. Our panel of experts will help you develop ways to work hand-in-hand with your community, and reunite more pets with their owners. Join Gina Knepp, National Shelter Engagement Director for Michelson Found Animals; Heather Friedman, Chief Marketing Officer for LifeLine Animal Project; and Alex Eley, Pet Reunification Specialist for Memphis Animal Services. Vincent Medley, Maddie’s® Director of Human Animal Support Services will moderate. Bring your questions—this is a real-time Q&A!
Register below and join us live on Thursday, August 31 at 5 p.m. CT. After the live event, a recording will be distributed to everyone who registers within 3 business days.
WEBSITE LINK: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/6016782060176/WN_gDLRG_WTQT2B3DuSJ41-KQ

Webinar - 9/5/23 - How Moods, Emotions and Learning Relate to Undesired Behaviour with Dr. Karolina Westlund - PPG (fee applies)
2023-09-05 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Challenging behaviour in animals can range from inconvenient to embarrassing to exasperating – to the people who have to live with them.
To the animals involved, those behaviours are often not problematic at all, but rather their solution to a problem that they’re experiencing – and our task is often to help the animal find another solution that’s less annoying to us – or to remove the animal’s problem altogether.
This webinar will provide a framework for how to approach behavioural challenges. Using a holistic perspective involving ethological, affective and behaviour analytical approaches, we will discuss the following:

how mood states influence perception, decision making and behaviour, and how we can help change the animal’s mood.
how emotional reactions to triggers in the environment affect behaviour, and how we through carefully addressing those triggers can change emotions.
how understanding the function of the behaviour can help explain what’s going on – and how we can change that function.
by changing mood states, emotional reactions to potential triggers and the function of the behaviour in the challenging context, the animal will in turn change his behaviour.

The different techniques and perspectives used at each of these three levels of approach will be outlined in the presentation.
CEUS Pending – IAABC; CEUs – PPAB 1, CCPDT 1, KPA 1, and PMCT 1
About the Presenter
Karolina Westlund helps pet lovers and animal professionals get happier animals that thrive in the care of humans. She grew up pining for a kitten for several years, and pestering her parents until they gave up. The green-eyed black half-siamese cat that she got for her seventh birthday became a true friend who lived to be 21 years old, but an easily startled cat who often went into hiding when there were visitors.
Karolina had grand ideas about becoming a field biologist, but that never came about – the closest she got was working as a trekking travel guide in France and Madeira. Instead she majored in Ethology and developed a passionate interest in animal welfare seen through a multidisciplinary lens, including Behaviour Analysis and Affective Neuroscience. She is now an Associate Professor of Ethology at the University of Stockholm, mostly teaching how behaviour management can be used to improve animal welfare.
She offers live seminars, free online webinars and masterclasses in addition to more extensive online courses, as well as the occasional blog post or scientific publication on the topic of enrichment, animal training and wellbeing. She lives in Stockholm, Sweden, with her husband, two kids, and, hopefully soon, another cat.
WEBSITE LINK: https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5367938

Webinar - 9/7/23 - Reclaim Your Spark: Identifying & managing emotional triggers - Fear Free
2023-09-07 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
As pet professionals, we often battle compassion fatigue, burnout, and overwhelm. In this webinar, we will discuss emotional triggers, how to identify these triggers in ourselves, teammates, and clients, and how to address and manage said triggers. You no longer have to choose between your passion for your work, the welfare of animals, and your own well-being. Join Colleen Pelar, PCC to learn about tools that will support you in being your best self at work, working more effectively, and loving what you do again.
In this webinar, you will:

Define emotional triggers
Reflect on your own emotional triggers & those of your teammates and clients
Learn how to identify emotional triggers within yourself, your teammates, and clients
Gain tools to manage emotional triggers for more effective work

About the Presenter
Dogs and people have always fascinated Colleen Pelar. When she was a dog trainer, her favorite part of the job wasn’t teaching the dog, but improving the relationship between dogs and their people. Both are social species, hard-wired to connect, and she loved offering simple, practical tips for building those connections. With over 25 years of dog training, Colleen has also spoken at scores of veterinary and training conferences, and wrote three books to help parents and children have successful relationships with their dogs. After losing her joy for her work, Colleen restored that spark by studying strategies for combating burnout and compassion fatigue and earning her certifications as a professional certified coach (PCC), master NLP practitioner, applied positive psychology practitioner, and resilience skills trainer. Her new-found knowledge led her in a new direction: sharing effective, science-based tools that help veterinary and animal behavior professionals feel valued, supported, and energized.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_csI1g7WHTbqJMcDUcnrSgA

Online Course –9/9/23 – Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
2023-09-09 14:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York)
Are you ready to be part of the solution for feral and stray cats in your neighborhood? Our expert instructors will teach you best practices for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and colony management. Learn what TNR is and why it works. We’ll cover getting along with neighbors, preparations for trapping, trapping itself (including entire colonies at once), feeding, providing winter shelter, and more. Take advantage of the interactive format, extensive handouts, and video footage of actual projects. Attendees will receive a certificate 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.
Session duration is 2.5 hours, followed by an optional 15-minute Q&A session.
This 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/
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/the-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-sept-2023/

Webinar - 9/12/23 - All About Transport: Moving Animals to Create Lasting Positive Impact - HASS
2023-09-12 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Want to learn how animal transport can make a massive difference for people and pets in your community, and beyond? This discussion-style webinar will cover how the strategic transport of animals saves lives while fostering stronger community bonds, alleviating strain on shelters, creating lasting positive impacts, and more.
Bring all your transport questions and learn from experts Clare Callison, Director of National Operations for Austin Pets Alive!, and Lindsay Hamrick, Director of Shelter Outreach & Engagement for the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). Clare brings a decade of transport experience all across the United States, building transport programs from scratch, and identifying and implementing best practices. Lindsay will speak to the transfer of animals as part of the relationship building aspect of the HSUS capacity building mentorship program. Vincent Medley, Maddie’s® Director of Human Animal Support Services, will moderate.
Register below, bring your questions, and join us live on Tuesday, September 12 at 5 p.m. CT. After the live event, a recording will be distributed to everyone who registers within 3 business days.
WEBSITE LINK: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/6016782060176/WN_oZ2BbNwfT9KPLBp8XUK26w

Webinar - 9/12/23 - Preserving the Human-Animal Bond: A holistic approach to fear, anxiety, and stress - Fear Free
2023-09-12 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
The human-animal bond between a pet and their caregivers, including the veterinary professional team, is vital to the safety and well-being of the pet. Join us as we discuss the science and history of the human-animal bond, a holistic view of various sources of stress that a pet may experience at home, and how to discuss and educate pet owners on identifying and reducing their pet’s fear, anxiety, and stress.
In this webinar, you will learn how to:

Identify potential sources of fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) in different aspects of a pet’s life
Evaluate the pet’s life holistically and proactively mitigate FAS that erodes the human-animal bond
Develop creative solutions to strengthen the human-animal bond in situations that may produce FAS

Brought to you by our friends at Covetrus.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sV7pUGkeQ1eC0-LkCBTI6A#/registration

Webinar - 9/13/23 - Ask NKC: Q&A Session on Diarrhea - National Kitten Coalition
2023-09-13 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Come ask The National Kitten Coalition’s kitten experts, Susan Spaulding, aka ‘The Nation’s Kitten Mom’ and NKC’s Rosemarie Crawford, LVT, your most pressing kitten diarrhea questions!
You can submit your questions during the registration and during the webinar. You can also submit questions before the webinar using this link – https://forms.gle/WsxxyrtwuZ1bvVVq8
Presenters: Susan Spaulding & Rosemarie Crawford, LVT
WEBSITE LINK: https://kittencoalition.org/event/ask-nkc-qa-session-on-diarrhea/

Webinar - 9/13/23 - Intent vs. Impact: How to Respond When You Are Called Out For a Microaggression - The AAWA
2023-09-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Microaggressions are everyday acts that send harmful messages to minoritized groups—and they’re likely occurring in your workplace. These messages can be either direct or indirect. Those committing the actions are often unaware of the harm they cause. In this session, we define microaggressions, share examples of how they show up in the workplace, and discuss a framework for leaders to use when they deliver a microaggression to their colleague.
Presenter: Jasmin M. Robinson, Director of DEI Initiatives, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement
This webinar has been pre-approved for:

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

WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/9-13-23

Webinar - 9/13/23 - In the Know About Noses: Health Trends in Brachycephalic Breeds - HSVMA
2023-09-13 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
With brachycephalic breeds like French Bulldogs, Boxers, and English Bulldogs routinely included in most popular breed lists in the U.S., the only thing more common than treating them in your practice may be strong feelings about their health. But how many of the things we know about brachycephalic breeds are supported by many years of pet health data? In 2022, Nationwide started publishing novel evidence-based pet health studies about cancer and diseases of aging pets, leveraging their 40 years of pet health experience and data to provide pet families and veterinary healthcare teams with tangible analysis and insights. This session will provide newly published insights into diseases of brachycephalic dogs, offering a data-informed approach to brachycephalic disease awareness, education, and management.
This program will:

Recognize the role that an evidence-based approach to brachycephalic disease management can take in practice
Discover how the relative risk of diseases (e.g., respiratory, neurologic, and ocular) differ among brachycephalic breeds and between other dog breeds
Consider practical health recommendations for pet families with brachycephalic dogs

This webinar is FREE for all attendees.
1.5 hours of RACE CE credits (medical) will be available for HSVMA members only.
Not yet a member? Join HERE!
WEBSITE LINK: https://hsvma.memberclicks.net/webinar-in-the-know-about-noses

Webinar - 9/14/23 - Maddie's Insights: Social Behavior & Implications for Bonded Pairs in Group-housed Shelter Cats - Maddie's Fund
2023-09-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Little is known about the social behavior of cats living in group housing at shelters. In a series of studies, we recorded all the social behavior occurring between cats living in group housing and compared cats who were introduced at the shelter versus those who were surrendered together. We then followed up by specifically examining social behavior between cats who were labeled as bonded pairs or adopted together. Cats who were labeled as bonded pairs had a longer time to adoption, but the relationship between this designation and social behavior was weak. Recommendations will be provided for identifying bonded pairs.
Learning Objectives:

Identify positive social (prosocial, affiliative) behavior in cats
Understand that being surrendered together is not adequate evidence for bonding
Recognize the link between behavior and social bonding in cats

Program Agenda:

General overview of social behavior in cats
Review of research regarding social behavior in group housed shelter cats and the impact of bonded pairs on adoption times
Limitations of identifying bondedness in cats
Recommendations for identifying bonded pairs

This one-hour 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. It has also been submitted for approval for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize RACE approval.
Zoom registration link: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcasts
MPF discussion thread: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsBondedPairs
About the Presenter:
Malini Suchak, PhD, Professor & Chair, Animal Behavior, Ecology, and Conservation at Canisius College
Malini Suchak, PhD is an award-winning associate professor of animal behavior, animal cognition (how animals think and make decisions) and animal wellbeing at Canisius University in Buffalo, NY. Her research explores how nonhuman animals think about other individuals in their social group and make decisions about their social relationships. She previously worked with chimpanzees and capuchin monkeys, and currently explores these questions in companion animals like cats and dogs. She is particularly fascinated with how companion animals navigate a multi-species world, interacting with others of their own kind, other pets, and their human companions.
Dr. Suchak also looks at how social interactions with others can impact an individual’s welfare, such as the impact of group housing on cats living in animal shelters. Cats are not known for being the most social creatures, so it is important to understand the impact of different housing systems on their well-being. Dr. Suchak and her research team routinely present the results of their research at local and international conferences and have published numerous papers on this topic in peer-reviewed journals.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsBondedPairs

Webinar - 9/14/23 - Dog Bites and Attacks: Cases and Trends - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2023-09-14 12:00 - 13:15 (America/Los_Angeles)
This webinar will teach you how to handle a dog attack case, give you tips on investigating your case, offer strategies, and help you navigate the nuisances in dog bite cases. You will hear about current trends and stories about real cases and their outcomes.
This webinar will cover:

Why dogs attack & types of attacks
Who are your defendants
How animal cruelty/neglect plays a role in dog attacks
Tips on investigating cases
Why criminal case is important to civil case
Restitution and the lack of a civil remedy
Plaintiff’s Strategies & Theories of Law
Evidence & Damages
Defense strategies & defenses
Insurance
Impacting a Jury
Case of a Dog Bite -breakdown

This 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.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/dog-bites-and-attacks-cases-and-trends/

Webinar – 9/14/23 – Persuading people through the power of data – Best Friends
2023-09-14 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
The most successful industries know how to use data to their advantage and animal welfare is certainly no exception. Our expert-led webinar series, using the latest in data technology, can help you do even more to convert numbers into action. Join director of Enterprise Analytics Michelle Dunivan and data scientist Maureen Gillespie for our three-part series, which will cover how to navigate your data, identify opportunities for improvement, make decisions about resource allocation, monitor progress toward even the most ambitious lifesaving goals, and talk about what’s on the horizon with Shelter Pet Data Alliance (SPDA).
Following each webinar, there will be a Q&A portion. Submit your questions ahead of time during registration or live at the event using the Q&A box.
Lifesaving with the Latest Data Technology
Webinar 1: Using data to build and track effective programs
August 17, 2023 5:00 PM Eastern Time
At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will understand:

What your organization’s numbers mean in everyday language;
How analyzing data can uncover opportunities for improvement; and
Ways to use data for tracking successes and setbacks.

Webinar 2: Persuading people through the power of data
September 14, 2023 5:00 PM Eastern Time
At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will understand:

The ways data plays a role in compelling storytelling;
How to talk about your organizational strengths and current challenges; and
How to mobilize the community to support your organization in the fight to save lives.

Webinar 3: Get to know Shelter Pet Data Alliance
October 12, 2023 5:00 PM Eastern Time
At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will understand:

How Shelter Pet Data Alliance accesses real-time data from shelters across the U.S.;
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about SPDA; and
Exciting future developments in store for the tool.

WEBSITE LINK: https://bestfriends-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/3516904029550/WN_Qh63akEmRAyXVc7aNujT6A

Online Course - 9/16/23 - Return-to-Field: How Shelters Save Community Cats - Community Cats Podcast
2023-09-16 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Presented by Neighborhood Cats. It used to be that a feral cat had little chance of exiting a shelter alive after he entered. But that’s no longer the case. In recent years, more and more shelters have adopted Return-to-Field (RTF) programs. Instead of euthanizing healthy community cats (whether feral, friendly or otherwise), the shelter will spay or neuter, eartip and vaccinate, then return the cat back to where he was found. We’ll cover the policies behind RTF, the mechanics of implementing the program, current controversies over the RTF of friendly cats, and how to combine RTF with TNR in general to lower cat populations and create sustainability.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/return-to-field-how-shelters-save-community-cats-presented-by-neighborhood-cats-sept-2023/

Webinar - 9/17/23 - It’s a Zoo Out There! Canine Parasite Zoonotic Risks - VETGirl
2023-09-17 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Hooks, rounds, tapes Oh my!
In this complimentary, 1-hour VETgirl–Elanco webinar, Dr. Susan E. Little, DVM, PhD, DACVM (Parasitology) reviews important parasites and vector-borne pathogens of dogs that can also infect people and explains strategies for minimizing public health risks. Dr. Little will also discuss parasites that are not zoonotic despite common misimpressions. Join us as we sort through the zoo of companion animal zoonoses!
Thanks to sponsorship from Elanco, this webinar is FREE to all! (Remember: you must be logged in as a free Basic, ELITE Trial or ELITE member to register for the live event)
Not a VETgirl ELITE member? Get your learning on with the #1 veterinary CE resource – clinically relevant, practical, and accessible 24/7 on your own time! Don’t miss out – click HERE to check out your options, including our new 14-day, no-commitment ELITE Trial.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/september-17-2023-its-a-zoo-out-there-canine-parasite-zoonotic-risks/

Webinar - 9/20/23 - Free Dogs from Pain (and Fear) - Fear Free
2023-09-20 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Pain can be the cause of various behavioral concerns, and fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) will only amplify that pain – and vice versa! Join Dr. Tamara Grubb as she discusses the commonality and impact of chronic pain in dogs, diagnostic tools for osteoarthritis (OA) pain, and treatment options, including the use of monoclonal antibodies.
The journey from diagnosis to long-term pain management in osteoarthritic patients involves the entire veterinary healthcare team. This webinar will also discuss how you can maximize your team using a case-based approach for better treatment plans.
In this webinar, we will:

Identify the prevalence and impact of chronic pain in dogs
Discuss various tools available to diagnose canine osteoarthritis pain
Provide an overview of canine osteoarthritis treatment options, including the use of monoclonal antibodies
Share how to maximize the entire veterinary healthcare team in your osteoarthritis treatment plan from diagnosis to long-term management

Brought to you by our friends at Zoetis.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eJpgLehSTVK177A56B_SQw#/registration

Webinar - 9/21/23 - Animal Shelter Safety: Proven Strategies to Reduce Serious Bites and Other Risks -CalAnimals
2023-09-21 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
When shelters are full, they’re at higher risk of safety-related incidents including falls, serious bites, and dog-to-dog altercations. Shelters often respond to safety incidents by increasing euthanasia, restricting animal movement, or introducing reactive rules and policies. Unfortunately, these measures do not address the underlying problems causing safety incidents, so they’re unlikely to be effective over the medium and long term.
The good news is there are lots of proactive steps animal shelters can take to improve safety and reduce risk. In this session, we’ll use real-life examples of dog bites, injuries, and other safety incidents to explore the roots of what went wrong and what corrective actions will help. We’ll specifically cover:
• The role of shelter rounds in maintaining and improving shelter safety
• Kennel safety/fight interruption equipment and maintenance
• Kennel enrichment to improve safety
• Quick and easy safety training for staff and volunteers
• Pre-contact disclosure protocol for staff and volunteers
• Locks vs. carabiners: which one is actually safer?
• The risks and benefits of cohousing dogs
This session is fast-paced and interactive and will leave attendees feeling empowered to create a culture of safety in their organization.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yICttaVdT66PKJIc5ez0Vg

Webinar - 9/21/23 - Threshold: Is It What You Think It Is? - FDSA (fee applies)
2023-09-21 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
We all say things like “my dog is over threshold” or “keep him under threshold,” but do you really know what that means? We all know that being under threshold is best if we want stress reduction and good learning to take place, yet everyone has a different definition of threshold for their dog.
Do you want your dog to feel better emotionally and be in a good learning space mentally? Come examine the idea of threshold, how you can best determine it for your dog, and how getting it right can really accelerate the reduction of stress in your dog!
Presenter: Amy Cook, PhD
Note: This webinar is back by popular demand! Since it last ran in 2018, it will be re-recorded and updated for this event! However, you may wish to check your webinar library before purchasing.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar - 9/25/23 - The Anxiety Pendulum Presented by Jean Donaldson - PPG (fee applies)
2023-09-25 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
We have come a long way in applied dog behavior in the recognition and treatment of fear, stress and anxiety in dogs. From a veritable denial of its existence before the advent of the force-free training movement to a much broader and more sophisticated range of behavior modification, management and medication options today.
This webinar will look back at this history and then delve into whether we now might sometimes invoke anxiety and stress where it is inappropriate, why this might be, and why it would be better for dog welfare to avoid these errors.
Presented by Jean Donaldson
CEUs: 1 IAABC
Pending CEUs: PPAB , CCPDT , KPA , & PMCT
WEBSITE LINK: https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5368412

Webinar - 9/26/23 - Finessing a Fear Free Stay: Safe Animal Handling - Fear Free
2023-09-26 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Do you have the occasional high-intensity, fearful, or shy pet stay with you while their pet owners are away? These pets often need a little extra care to feel safe and secure during their stay and play sessions. Join us to learn tips and tricks to reduce fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) in sensitive pups, ways to increase control with impulsive dogs, and strategies to set up a more serene space in our upcoming webinar.
Brought to you by our friends at Virox.
In this webinar, you will learn how to:

Recognize and respond respectfully to noted signs of FAS
Implement strategies that soothe high-intensity, impulsive dogs
Set up serene spaces for dogs to play and/or stay

Fear Free’s Lead Animal Trainer and Dog Behavior Counselor, Mikkel Becker, shares that from early life, it was clear her number one focus would be animals. Her training career started early with help from her childhood dog, a Wire Haired Fox Terrier named Scooter, who delighted in fun games like running in the opposite direction when called, leading the neighborhood bark patrol and terrorizing other dogs in a blaze of terrier-fueled fury. When frustration created what could have been rifts between dog and pet parent, pure love was instead able to bridge those gaps and create a wiser, more resilient child and dog. In pursuit of formal animal training education, Mikkel graduated from the San Francisco SPCA Dog Training Academy with Jean Donaldson to earn a Certificate in Training and Counseling (CTC), the Karen Pryor Academy to earn her KPA CTP credential, and the Purdue Dogs and Cats Course. Amongst Mikkel’s long list of achievements, she also achieved becoming a Certified Behavior Consultant Canine (CBCC-KA), a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and a Certified Dog Behavior Counselor (CDBC). Mikkel also co-authored “From Fearful to Fear Free: A Positive Program to Free Your Dog from Anxiety, Fears, and Phobias” with Dr. Marty Becker and Dr. Wailani Sung.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SEsfR-fgTlC-_gHMCUACNQ

Webinar - 9/27/23 - Keeping People and Pets Housed - The AAWA
2023-09-27 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Animal welfare advocates are on the front lines and able to provide information, guidance, and resources to people with pets facing housing challenges. This session will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to provide compassionate and effective case management for any program working with vulnerable pets. You will also learn how to collaborate with the human services sector in your community to improve outcomes in keeping people and pets together.
Additionally, we will discuss laws that help tenants combat being denied housing due to their pets. Keeping pets housed requires keeping people housed. In 2022, the Humane Society of the United States launched its first pet-inclusive housing mentorship with the Cleveland Animal Protective League and Richmond SPCA. Attendees will see examples of geographic information system (GIS) mapping to identify areas of need in their communities and learn how to use a combination of data, policy change, and safety net programming to help families maintain or secure pet-inclusive housing.
Presenters:

Sharon Harvey, President & CEO, Cleveland Animal Protective League
Garrett Parsons, Pet Support Supervisor, Found House Interfaith Housing Network
Dianne Prado, Founder & Director, Housing Equity & Advocacy Resource Team (HEART LA)

WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/9-27-23

Webinar - 9/28/23 - Raise More from Your Community: Peer to Peer Fundraising and Virtual Day of Giving Campaigns - Best Friends
2023-09-28 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Year-end fundraising plans are under way, and Best Friends has a special webinar release to help take your fundraising to the next level.
In Raise More from Your Community: Peer to Peer Fundraising and Virtual Day of Giving Campaigns, two of our digital fundraising experts share best practices and examples, tips on choosing the right tool for you, and how to run a virtual campaign.
Speakers from Best Friends Animal Society will be:
Kate Moore, director of digital engagement
Erin McEwan, digital fundraising programs specialist.
This webinar is pre-recorded and will be emailed to registrants on September 28, at 5 p.m. EDT. Sign up now to receive this recording for free and learn how to empower your community to raise money for your organization.
WEBSITE LINK: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/87dd04b5b92d4cf5b7b1266735317358

Webinar - 9/28/23 - Data Visualization Demystified: Heat Mapping 101 for Animal Shelters - HASS
2023-09-28 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Unlock the potential of the shelter data you already collect with heat mapping. Heat maps are visual representations of data, that can provide insights into your community’s pet ownership and needs—and it’s not as difficult to get started as you may think! Join HASS team members Angela Gates, Data and Digital Tools Coordinator, and Gareth Meredith, Data Engineer and Analyst, to learn the fundamentals of heat mapping, including a real-time demo. These data-savvy presenters will cover everything from free and easy ways to build maps, what data to extract from your shelter software, and more. Plus hear from Spencer Conover, Assistant Director for Pasco County Animal Services in Florida, about how this county shelter uses heat maps to improve their understanding of their community and inform shelter operations. Vincent Medley, Maddie’s® Director of Human Animal Support Services, will moderate.
Register below, bring your questions, and join us live on Thursday, September 28 at 5 p.m. CT. After the live event, a recording will be distributed to all registrants within 3 business days.
WEBSITE LINK: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/2616740581796/WN_kb3aZUKIRpKXsx1xxqajOw

Webinar - 9/28/23 - "What to Expect During Those Golden Years" with Dr. Lena Provoost - ACVB (fee applies)
2023-09-28 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
What to expect during those golden years – a focus on cognitive health and dysfunction in the senior dog and cat
Time waits for no one and as any individual ages, the body and mind undergoes degeneration. During this webinar we will explore the most reported health changes that occur in our aging pets from a medical and cognitive aspect. A review of the neurophysiological causes of cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS) will be reviewed and considerations for treatment and prevention. The aim is to help caretakers anticipate and care for the health of senior pets and identify clinical signs of CDS.
Dr. Lena Provoost currently works at Penn Vet in Philadelphia, PA as a clinician and lecturer in Small Animal Behavior & Welfare. She enjoys educating students, her clients, and treating companion animals afflicted with anxieties, fears, and frustrations. Her major interests include all aspects of cognition, effects and management of pain on behavior, behavioral genetics, and the human animal bond. Dr. Provoost admits that most of her spare time is spent running after her two young sons, but enjoys every minute of it.
WEBSITE LINK: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3955536395059005534

Online Course –10/3/23 – Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
2023-10-03 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Are you ready to be part of the solution for feral and stray cats in your neighborhood? Our expert instructors will teach you best practices for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and colony management. Learn what TNR is and why it works. We’ll cover getting along with neighbors, preparations for trapping, trapping itself (including entire colonies at once), feeding, providing winter shelter, and more. Take advantage of the interactive format, extensive handouts, and video footage of actual projects. Attendees will receive a certificate 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.
Session duration is 2.5 hours, followed by an optional 15-minute Q&A session.
This 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/
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/the-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-october-3-2023/

Webinar - 10/4/23 - The Problem with Messaging: How Our Words Are Holding Us Back - The AAWA
2023-10-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Animal welfare has a messaging problem. Current messaging can stoke divisions amongst those who work in animal welfare and between us and members of the communities we serve. There is an increasing focus on access to care and programming to support the human-animal bond, but we use words and stories that hold us back. Everyday narratives undermine our efforts to help people and their pets together and contribute to an epidemic of burnout in animal welfare and sheltering.
When we change our messaging, we can tell a different story and shift from harmful narratives and beliefs to those that create connection, collaboration, and, ultimately, better programs. In this session, we explore why messaging challenges are happening, how they shape the realities we experience every day, and what we can do about it. You will hear about SPARC (Supporting People and Animal Relationships for Change) and the program’s messaging principles and practices that can help us do our most impactful work for people and animals.
Presenters:

Alison Fotsch Kleibor, CAWA, President & CEO, Wisconsin Humane Society
Brad Shear, CAWA, CEO, Potter League for Animals
Hanna Lentz, Co-Founder, Impact by Design (IbD)

WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/10-04-23

Webinar - 10/10/23 - Quick Dog Walking Tips: Walking reactive or difficult dogs - Fear Free
2023-10-10 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Many dogs experience reactivity or are categorized as “difficult” because of fear, anxiety, and stress-based (FAS) behaviors. Fear Free’s Lead Trainer, Mikkel Becker, CBCC-KA, CDBC, KPA CTP, CPDT-KA, CTC, will share the prevalence of FAS-based behaviors, how to identify the triggers of a pet’s FAS, and quick ways to manage these behaviors on walks.
In this webinar, you will learn:

How to identify the triggers of the reactive dog
Quick tips for handling and walking dogs during reactive moments
Management techniques to set the reactive dog up for success

WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__j9Al1NiQXeWdGAKF_Ef6Q

Webinar - 10/11/23 - Decoding Compliance: What You Need to Know about Controlled Drugs and Premises Permits in Your Shelter - Maddie's Million Pet Challenge, Shelter PALS, CalAnimals
2023-10-11 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Get ready to enhance your shelter’s capabilities! This event is your exclusive gateway to unlocking crucial insights, empowering you to address challenges and navigate the intricate landscape of drug and premises permit regulations.

Meet the Experts:
Renowned Animal Welfare Legal Expert and lead counsel for SF SPCA’s Shelter Pals Program, Bruce Wagman, and animal sheltering visionary Cindi Delany, DVM, Director of Online Learning for Maddie’s Million Pet Challenge at the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program, are teaming up to simplify, distill, and deliver the essential knowledge you need and answer your questions. Special thanks to CalAnimals for hosting this live event.

Explore the Topics:

Understanding Legal Dynamics: Gain valuable access to the inner workings of the legal landscape governing medical and euthanasia services in shelters. Discover the transformative impact of understanding the agencies that impact the type and quality of care you provide.
Decoding Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) & Veterinary Medical Board (VMB) Roles: Untangle regulations around controlled substances, enhance your understanding of premises permits, and gain insight into the role of premises permit holders, with a focus on compliance.
Strengthen Your Team: Gain insights into the diverse roles of licensed and unlicensed staff in delivering top-tier medical care within shelters. Equip your team with knowledge that will directly amplify care quality.
Facilitate Access to Medical Care in Shelters: Explore actionable solutions! Master the art of collaboration with regulatory agencies, opening pathways for advanced medical care for animals in your shelter and in your community.

Save the Date:
Wednesday, October 11, 2023 – 10 AM to 11:30 AM Pacific
Don’t Miss It!
(if you HAVE to miss it live be sure to register so that you get access to the on-demand recording after the event).
Share with Your Staff:
Forward this info to your staff (or just give them this registration link – www.tinyurl.com/premisespermit).
Seize this opportunity to empower your shelter’s leaders and staff with the tools to tackle legal challenges to the delivery of veterinary services head-on. Bring your questions for our experts to answer. Elevate the standard for care and secure your spot today for this essential event.
Questions? Contact us at learniverse@sheltermedportal.com

Webinar - 10/11/23 - Trauma, Memory, & Learning: Understanding and Working with Dogs Impacted by Trauma with Danielle Beck MSc - PPG (fee applies)
2023-10-11 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
In this session, we will explore the neural mechanisms underlying trauma and its profound impact on a dog’s cognitive development. Come and gain a deeper understanding of how trauma disrupts a dog’s ability to learn, hindering their progress in training programs and impeding their overall well-being. Gain insights into the challenges faced by traumatized dogs in memory recall and adapting to new situations. Learn about the impact of trauma on a dog’s social engagement system and discover strategies to support them in rebuilding trust and fostering positive social interactions.
Join our webinar to unlock the secrets of how trauma affects our canine friends. In this eye-opening session, we will provide practical strategies and interventions to support dogs on their journey to recovery. Whether you’re a professional in the field or a concerned dog owner, this webinar will equip you with the knowledge and tools to make a lasting difference.
Learning Objectives
In this webinar, attendees with understand how trauma impacts the brain of our dogs. How trauma affects their ability to learn and their executive functioning. how trauma affects a dogs ability to form and recall memories and how this impacts learning. How trauma impacts a dogs social engagement system. We will look at what this looks like and how we can help support these dogs.
CEUs pending: PPAB , CCPDT, KPA , PMCT , & IAABC
Registered for the live event, get busy and cannot make it!
No worries you will automatically receive a recording!
About the Presenter: Danielle is an enthusiastic and passionate Clinical Animal Behaviourist and trauma-informed rehabilitation trainer. They have been helping people to find the best way to help their animals for over 20 years. The primary species Danielle works with are dogs however, due to her background in zoology and work within zoological facilities, she is happy to see both domestic and non-domestic species. Danielle lives with her assistance dogs and often supports others with the training of their dogs for future assistance dog work. Danielle often breaks down complex neuroscience into easy-to-explain analogies featuring meerkats and founded a trauma-informed educational resource for caregivers and pet professionals called Control The Meerkat. Danielle offers professional mentoring and support for other pet professionals, particularly those wanting to progress to the role of Clinical Animal Behaviourist.
WEBSITE LINK: https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5427194

Webinar - 10/11/23 - How to Receive Feedback as a Leader - The AAWA
2023-10-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
How do you know what your employees really think about you and your ability to manage?
One of the most important skills for leaders to develop is the ability to receive feedback from others, but leaders often miss important insights when they do not listen to their staff’s concerns, or fail to take them seriously. The more power or status a leader has, the more critical this feedback is.
Leaders and future leaders, this webinar will help you identify typical barriers to receiving honest feedback. You’ll walk away with tips for eliciting and more effectively responding to your employees’ feedback.
Presenter: Maria Morukian, President, MSM Global Consulting
This webinar has been pre-approved for:

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

WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/10-11-23
