Shelter Learniverse and Industry-Wide Calendar

Open Door Veterinary Collective Presents: Join Open Door Veterinary Collective for lively conversations as we explore innovative and practical solutions that organizations are using to address barriers to accessing pet care and resources in their communities. Pethelpfinder.org was launched after targeted research to expand access to veterinary care and pet care resources. Hear about the research, why this database uses the term “financially friendly” care and how it is expanding the connection and conversation on accessible pet care among non-profit animal welfare agencies, social service agencies, private practice veterinarians and leaders in the field. 

UCD KSMP Presents: We can’t see the air around us, but we know it’s an important factor in the health and well-being of animals and people. How can you measure ventilation? What is a MERV rating? Is that air purifier in the cat ward helping? Join us for answers to your biggest questions, plus practical recommendations on currently available tools to improve air quality—including some promising new technology. Your questions will lead the way: Submit them when you register.

HSVMA Presents: One of the most common and distressing barriers to veterinary care for both clients and veterinary teams is finances. When confronted with client financial constraints many practices are forced to provide care at no charge, heavily discount their services or even turn pets away. There is a better way! Join this webinar to learn about practical tools and sustainable solution-oriented financial resources that can be easily implemented by veterinary teams.

AnimalKind Presents: Join Dr. Richter and Dr. Gordon on February 23, 2025, for a two-session webinar covering the diagnosis, treatment, and management of shelter cat behaviour conditions.

University of Tennessee One Health Initiative Presents: Dr. Mason-D’Croz is a senior research associate in the Department of Global Development at Cornell University. His research focuses on food system transformation broadly, having work on a range of topics such as assessing climate adaptation and mitigation challenges, estimating potential impacts of current and future diets on public and planetary health, exploring the role of technology and innovation to contribute to alternative food systems, and identifying potential vulnerabilities in current and future food systems.

NACA/Justice Clearinghouse Presents: At this webinar, attendees will receive tools to assist them in joining or establishing a peer support team. By the end of this session, participants will be able to define peer support, recognize when it is required, and identify and understand what constitutes a “Critical Incident” in the Animal Welfare Profession.

Best Friends Presents: Join us for a discussion on how strategic transfer partnerships and open adoption practices can boost our collective impact and save more lives. Hear from panelists with expertise leading both open intake and limited intake organizations. Suzette Cruz, Executive Director at Palm Valley Animal Society, and Jess Bridges, Shelter Operations Manager at Peninsula SPCA, will share their best strategies for starting and maintaining strong transfer and/or transport partnerships, as well as maximizing community adoptions.

PPG Presents (fee applies): This webinar will cover some essential elements to consider when choosing an apartment. We will also look at some of the protocols and training processes that can be implemented to help your dog comfortably acclimatize to apartment living alongside conditioning programs to help modify problematic behaviors you may be experiencing.

CalAnimals Presents: Join us for an exclusive look at CalAnimals’ new statewide advertising campaign designed to shift public perception and drive more pet adoptions. Sasha Howell, the strategic lead from Off Madison Ave, will reveal key research findings that uncover the biggest barriers to adoption—and how our campaign is strategically designed to overcome them. Register now and be a part of the change!

PPG Presents (fee applies): Loose leash walking can be far more challenging to train than it appears, and for clients with mobility disabilities, it can present even greater difficulties. Veronica Sanchez, M.Ed., CDBC, CPDT-KA, explores how mobility disabilities can affect a client’s ability to train loose-leash walking and presents practical training techniques and strategies to help clients succeed.

The AAWA Presents: Meaningful change requires the courage to explore and challenge beliefs and assumptions that hinder progress toward our goals. This webinar is for leaders ready to reimagine possibilities for equity and inclusion in the workplace. Participants will examine the mental roadblocks that hinder progress and explore the tools needed to champion organizational transformation.

SF SPCA and CVMA Present: This informative session will feature Grant Miller, DVM, Director of Regulatory Affairs for CVMA, and Bruce Wagman, Special Counsel for the SF SPCA’s Shelter Policy and Legal Services program, who will share their expertise on 2025 legislative updates and best practices for veterinarians in private practice and shelters, shelter managers, registered veterinarian technicians, and veterinary assistants in California.

Humane World for Animals Presents: In the first webinar of the series, learn what Adopters Welcome is and what it isn’t, how it can build community engagement and help more animals. Whether your shelter or rescue has already embraced Adopters Welcome or you’re new to the conversation, this refreshed content is for everyone.

HASS Presents: Join us March 13th at 1pm/CST as Ashley Shrewsbury, Pet Reunification Specialist at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control as well as Gina Botticello, Community Partnerships and Programs Manager at PASCO County Animal Services, discuss insights into making reunification faster, easier, and more effective. Register today to be part of the solution!