This calendar is a listing of webinars, other learning opportunities, online meetings and other upcoming national events related to animal sheltering and related areas of interest.

Only some of these events are produced by the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program. Most are being created and sponsored by other groups and agencies.  Being listed here does not mean that we have reviewed the material contained.  We are trying to provide a variety of resources to hopefully help make your life a little easier.  For additional information on any of these items before or after the event please contact the organizer directly (listed in the item description).

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Online Meeting – Mondays – Shelter and Rescue Support Call – Hosted by Maddie’s Fund

Maddie's Fund Presents: Maddie’s Fund, in concert with American Pets Alive!, hosts a weekly hour-long Zoom call for animal welfare workers and volunteers. While these calls started out as a response to COVID-19, it’s grown into so much more. These calls are a safe place to discuss uncomfortable topics, all while sharing a common goal of preserving the human-animal bond.

Free

Webinar – 5/9/22 – Maintenance of Equipment in Dentistry: Part 2 – VDOS (fee applies)

Virtual

VDOS Presents (fee applies): This VDOS webinar will review the role of veterinary technicians, nurses and dental hygienists in the maintenance of equipment, instruments, and materials used in small animal dentistry and oral surgery. The focus of the second part is on routine maintenance and emergency repair of the dental machine, handpieces, etc.

$49.99

Online Event – 5/9/22 – Asian Stereotypes in the Media – CARE

Virtual

CARE Presents: Join Jennifer Evans, Ranier Maningding (Founder & Chief Brand Officer of LLAG Media) and Alina M. Luna (Professor of English at Western Colorado University and an activist for equity) as they discuss stereotypes found in the media, the damage it causes, and how we can prevent future harm.

Free

Webinar – 5/10/22 – Proactive Responses to the Community’s Concerns: Successes in the Field for Today’s ACO’s – NACA/Justice Clearinghouse

Virtual

NACA/Justice Clearinghouse Presents: This session will focus on proactive ways Animal Welfare Organizations can address calls for service at their core. We will explore some new and innovative ways Volusia County Animal Services has been addressing common animal welfare issues in Daytona Beach, Florida.

Free

National Shelter Medicine Rounds – 5/10/22 – Janis Bradley on 50 years of data about behavioral incompatibilities and dog relinquishment to shelters – UW and UC Davis Shelter Medicine Programs

Virtual

UW and UC Davis Shelter Medicine Programs Present: Janis Bradley, Director of Communications and Publications at National Canine Research Council and the recent keynote speaker at the Big Dog Master Class, will present, "Irreconcilable differences? Maybe not! A new look at 50 years of data about behavioral incompatibilities and dog relinquishment to shelters."

Free

Online Course – Starts 5/11/22 – The Forensics of Aggression: Working With and Evaluating Canine Aggression – IAABC (fee applies)

Virtual

IAABC Presents (fee applies): Jim Crosby is widely recognized as an expert in the field of dog bites, dog aggression, and fatal dog attacks. In this four-part course, Jim is sharing his hard-won knowledge and experience about dog aggression, bites, communication, and what we can do with all of this as we go through our personal and professional journeys through the canine world.

$159 – $299

Webinar – 5/11/22 – Investing in Your People – The AAWA

Virtual

The AAWA Presents: Dr. Rob McKenna and Dr. Daniel Hallak from WiLD Leaders will take you through a process of asking 10 key development questions that create intentional developmental feedback and insight for others you lead or serve. You'll leave this session with the tools to increase the adaptive performance and direction of others around you.

Free

Conference – 5/3/22 to 5/4/22 (online) and 5/12/22 to 5/13/22 (in-person) – Humane Canada’s Summit for Animals – Humane Canada

Virtual

Humane Canada Presents: Join over 1000+ online and 200-300 in-person attendees at the biggest and best-attended animal welfare event in Canada, focusing professional development, network building and fun! Join animal welfare experts, professionals and enthusiasts to learn and connect.

Free – $375

Conference – 5/3/22 to 5/4/22 (online) and 5/12/22 to 5/13/22 (in-person) – Humane Canada’s Summit for Animals – Humane Canada

Virtual

Humane Canada Presents: Join over 1000+ online and 200-300 in-person attendees at the biggest and best-attended animal welfare event in Canada, focusing professional development, network building and fun! Join animal welfare experts, professionals and enthusiasts to learn and connect.

Free – $375

Online Meeting – Fridays – Animal Welfare Leadership Round Up – Hosted by Maddie’s Fund

Virtual

Maddie's Fund Presents: Maddie’s Fund, in concert with American Pets Alive!, hosts a weekly hour-long Zoom call for animal welfare leaders. While these calls started out as a response to COVID-19, it’s grown into so much more. These calls are a safe place to discuss uncomfortable topics, all while sharing a common goal of preserving the human-animal bond.

Free

Online Certificate Program – Starting 5/16/22 – Animal Shelter Management Certificate Program – Animal Health and Clinic Operations – Humane Network/UoP (fee applies)

Virtual

Humane Network/UoP Presents (fee applies): This award-winning online certificate program provides practical information and valuable networking for current sheltering professionals, those looking to advance their career, or move into the field of animal sheltering. The program’s courses include leadership, shelter operations, community program development, animal health/clinic operations, and marketing/development.

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