Name: Webinar – 9/11/25 – Data Basics – From Intake to Insight: Buiding a Smarter Strategy with Data – HASS
Start: 2025-09-11T11:00:00-07:00
End: 2025-09-11T12:00:00-07:00
Location: Virtual

August 2025
August 18

Online Course – Application period closes 8/18/25 – Fall 2025 Instructor-Led Courses – Maddie’s Fund

Virtual

Maddie’s Fund Presents: Looking to implement a new program, learn more about a specific subject and create positive change for pets and people in your community? Maddie’s Fund Instructor-Led Courses provide an interactive educational opportunity for those who are looking to benefit from the wisdom of established innovative programs. Browse available courses now and apply by August 18! All courses are free, #ThanksToMaddie.

Free
August 18 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT Online Meeting – Mondays – Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie – Maddie’s Fund

Online Meeting – Mondays – Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie – Maddie’s Fund

Virtual

Maddie’s Fund Presents: Join us each Monday at 11am PT/2pm ET to receive support and learn about innovative ideas other organizations across the country are seeing success with. If you registered prior to July 2025 or are new to these meetings, please use this link to register:
https://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025

Free
August 19 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PDT

Webinar – 8/19/25 – Bridging the Gap: Establishing Relationships Between Social Services and Animal Welfare – BestyBnB

Virtual

BestyBnB Presents: This presentation will give an overview of the special bond trauma survivors share with their pets and the unique challenges they may face when seeking services, tips for pet advocacy that you can provide to your community, and how BestyBnB helps to bridge the gap between animal welfare and social services.

Free
August 20 @ 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM PDT Webinar – 8/20/25 and 8/27/25 – Legal Survival Guide for Dog Pros: Trainers, Shelters, Rescues, Walkers – Puppyworks (fee applies)

Webinar – 8/20/25 and 8/27/25 – Legal Survival Guide for Dog Pros: Trainers, Shelters, Rescues, Walkers – Puppyworks (fee applies)

Virtual

Puppyworks Presents (fee applies): A no-nonsense dive into the critical legal and contractual issues that directly impact your work with training, boarding, day-care, grooming, shelter/rescue, vet clients, dog walking. We’ll show you exactly what needs to be in writing, where the biggest legal risks hide, and how to protect yourself with clear contracts, powerful disclaimers, and proactive communication. Whether you’re a solo operator, part of a facility, or leading a team, this training will empower you to reduce liability, earn trust, and run your entity confidently.

$39 – $59
August 21 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PDT Online Event – Fourth Thursdays – Maddie’s Monthly Behavior Connection – Maddie’s Fund

Online Event – 8/21/25 – Maddie’s Monthly Behavior Connection – Making the First Move: Approaching Cats with Care – Maddie’s Fund

Virtual

Maddie’s Fund Presents: Building on Cracking the Cat Code, this session explores how to apply the Considerate Approach when working with cats in shelter environments. Through video examples, you’ll learn how to thoughtfully and confidently approach cats in different settings — from cages to carriers. Gain practical tools to reduce stress, improve adoption readiness, and advocate effectively for the cats in your care.

Free
August 25 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT Online Meeting – Mondays – Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie – Maddie’s Fund

Online Meeting – 8/25/25 – Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie – Coupled Up: Matching Pets and People Through Barrier-Free Adoptions – Maddie’s Fund

Virtual

Maddie’s Fund Presents: Join us each Monday at 11am PT/2pm ET to receive support and learn about innovative ideas other organizations across the country are seeing success with. If you registered prior to July 2025 or are new to these meetings, please use this link to register:
https://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025

Free
August 25 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT Online Meeting – Mondays – Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie – Maddie’s Fund

Online Meeting – Mondays – Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie – Maddie’s Fund

Virtual

Maddie’s Fund Presents: Join us each Monday at 11am PT/2pm ET to receive support and learn about innovative ideas other organizations across the country are seeing success with. If you registered prior to July 2025 or are new to these meetings, please use this link to register:
https://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025

Free
August 27 @ 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM PDT Webinar – 8/20/25 and 8/27/25 – Legal Survival Guide for Dog Pros: Trainers, Shelters, Rescues, Walkers – Puppyworks (fee applies)

Webinar – 8/20/25 and 8/27/25 – Legal Survival Guide for Dog Pros: Trainers, Shelters, Rescues, Walkers – Puppyworks (fee applies)

Virtual

Puppyworks Presents (fee applies): A no-nonsense dive into the critical legal and contractual issues that directly impact your work with training, boarding, day-care, grooming, shelter/rescue, vet clients, dog walking. We’ll show you exactly what needs to be in writing, where the biggest legal risks hide, and how to protect yourself with clear contracts, powerful disclaimers, and proactive communication. Whether you’re a solo operator, part of a facility, or leading a team, this training will empower you to reduce liability, earn trust, and run your entity confidently.

$39 – $59
August 27 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT

Webinar – 8/27/25 – Mid-Year Momentum: What the 2025 Data Is Telling Us About Animal Shelter Trends – Shelter Animals Count

Virtual

Shelter Animals Count Presents: Join us for a data-packed session featuring the latest data from Shelter Animals Count, highlights from Hill’s 2025 State of the Shelter Report, and new animal-level data insights and survey analysis from the year.

Free
August 28 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PDT

Webinar – 8/28/25 – Unlocking AI for Animal Shelters – CalAnimals

Virtual

CalAnimals Presents: Join us for a live webinar led by Kristen Hassen of Outcomes Consulting Group, designed specifically for animal shelter professionals. This interactive, fast-paced session will teach you how to easily integrate AI into operations to save time, streamline processes, and improve outcomes. Whether you’re just getting started with AI or looking to expand your AI toolkit, this session will provide actionable insights and real-world examples to help your team work smarter and save more lives.

Free
September 2025
September 1 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT Online Meeting – Mondays – Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie – Maddie’s Fund

Online Meeting – Mondays – Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie – Maddie’s Fund

Virtual

Maddie’s Fund Presents: Join us each Monday at 11am PT/2pm ET to receive support and learn about innovative ideas other organizations across the country are seeing success with. If you registered prior to July 2025 or are new to these meetings, please use this link to register:
https://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025

Free
September 2 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PDT Online Event – 1st and 3rd Tuesdays – All Call – California for All Animals

Online Event – 9/2/25 – All Call: Lessons from Growing Front Street’s HOAP Program – California for All Animals

Virtual

California for All Animals Presents: Since the Homeless Outreach and Assistance Program (HOAP) launched in May 2022, Sacramento’s Front Street Animal Shelter has managed to not only sustain but also grow partnerships with pet owners and community organizations. Now they’re making care even more accessible with a new mobile veterinary clinic. Join Program Coordinator Jenna Topper for behind-the-scenes insights into the program as it heads into year four. Bring your questions to the conversation and take away real-world strategies you can apply in your own shelter!

Free
September 4 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PDT Online Event – First Thursdays – Maddie’s Monthly Foster Connection – Maddie’s Fund

Online Event – 9/4/25 – Maddie’s Monthly Foster Connection: Smarter Systems for Stronger Support – Maddie’s Fund

Virtual

Maddie’s Fund Presents: In this webinar, we’ll explore how SICSA restructured its foster program over the past year to boost engagement, ease staff workload, and improve care for animals. You’ll walk away with actionable ideas you can tailor to your own organization—whether you’re looking to overhaul your onboarding, clean up your database, or make fostering feel more accessible. This session is ideal for anyone ready to rethink old systems and build a stronger, scalable, sustainable foster program.

Free
September 4 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM PDT

Webinar – 9/4/25 – Mike Shikashio – Arousal and Aggression – FDSA (fee applies)

Virtual

FDSA Presents (fee applies): What does “arousal” have to do with aggressive behaviors in dogs? In some cases, arousal can be the catalyst for an intense, aggressive response, and can be directed at something a dog may not even be focused on. We may also see cases where a dog in a highly aroused state “spills over” into aggressive behavior. Mike will first define this often-controversial topic and discuss why it is crucial to consider arousal as a factor in aggression cases. Prevention, management, and behavior change strategies will be highlighted!

$19.95
September 8 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT Online Meeting – Mondays – Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie – Maddie’s Fund

Online Meeting – Mondays – Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie – Maddie’s Fund

Virtual

Maddie’s Fund Presents: Join us each Monday at 11am PT/2pm ET to receive support and learn about innovative ideas other organizations across the country are seeing success with. If you registered prior to July 2025 or are new to these meetings, please use this link to register:
https://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025

Free
September 9 @ 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM PDT

Online Event – 9/9/25 – One Health Clinic Quarterly Coffee Hour – One Health Clinic

Virtual

One Health Clinic Presents: We will have our quarterly One Health Clinic coffee hour on September 9th, 2:30-3:30 Pacific. Please join us if you want to talk about your One Health Clinic activities, ask questions about how to set up a Clinic in your region, and to learn from others.

Free
September 10 @ 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM PDT

Online Event – 9/10/25 – Turning the Tide for Big Dogs: Proven Strategies That Work – The AAWA

Virtual

The AAWA Presents: Across the country, shelters are facing one of today’s biggest adoption challenges—finding loving homes for large dogs. But there’s hope, and there are solutions. Join the Arizona Humane Society for an energizing Lunch & Learn that will show how big changes can start with bold ideas. You’ll discover how their team has not only increased big dog adoptions, but also dramatically reduced length of stay—transforming outcomes for some of their most overlooked companions.

Free
September 10 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PDT

Webinar – 9/10/25 – Medical and Behavioral Data in Animal Shelters: A Lifesaving Tool – Best Friends

Virtual

Best Friends Presents: Learn how medical and behavioral data can be transformed into powerful tools to prevent disease, improve welfare, reduce length of stay, and guide evidence-based decisions. Discover practical strategies to turn numbers into impact — and data into lives saved.

Free
September 10 @ 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM PDT

Online Event – Monthly – Journey You Own Meditation Gathering – JYO

Virtual

JYO Presents: The guided meditations happen every month and typically run 30-45 minutes. All are welcome to these very low-key sessions, with videos on or off, whatever feels most comfortable to you. No speaking is necessary unless you’d like to share at the end of the session.

Free
September 11 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT

Webinar – 9/11/25 – Data Basics – From Intake to Insight: Buiding a Smarter Strategy with Data – HASS

Virtual

HASS Presents: Join us for a webinar featuring Dr. Josh Fisher, Director, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control.

Free

August 2025

September 2025