Shelter Learniverse and Industry-Wide Calendar

CalAnimals Presents: Join us as lead attorneys from SF SPCA’s Shelter PALS program, Brandy Kuentzel and Bruce Wagman, discuss California’s legal framework and clarify a shelter’s legal requirements for holding periods for dogs and cats in the state.  This 1-hour webinar will help shelters optimize welfare and lifesaving in their own communities. All types of shelters operating in California – public, private, and hybrid – are encouraged to attend.  

Dogs Playing for Life Presents: Learn about all the ways in which DPFL Playgroups are transforming shelters all across the country! In this last section, we take a deep dive into the critical aspects of how to successfully facilitate playgroups in your shelter.

Network for Good Presents: Your best donors might be right in front of you! Research shows people who volunteer are more likely to donate money to organizations where they volunteer than for those they don’t. Remember, you don’t get if you don’t ask! Learn how to cultivate lasting, committed relationships with your volunteers.

VETGirl Presents: In this complimentary VETgirl–Zoetis webinar, Dr. Michael Petty examines the physiology behind pain, the signs of pain in cats, and what you can do to treat it! Tune in to what’s unique about osteoarthritis in cats and some future treatments down the pipeline!

The National Kitten Coalition Presents: Ask Susan Spaulding, aka ‘The Nation’s Kitten Mom’ from The National Kitten Coalition your burning questions about bottle-feeding neonates. We recommend that you watch our archived webinars about bottle-feeding kittens on our website ahead of time too!

Fear Free Presents: Although age is not a disease, we do see increased co-morbidities and limited resilience in our older patients. Please join Ralph Harvey, DVM, MS, DACVAA, for a webinar examining best practices for these animals, which include use of readily available agents and techniques. Increased attention to detail and a respect for the fragile homeostasis brings clinical success and client appreciation.

Texas Unites Presents (fee applies): Practical Applications of bringing a Rural Shelter from 33% to 90+% live release rate workshop will outline how we worked with city leadership to open doors to begin changing how the community treats their animals.

Texas Unites Presents (fee applies): The social vulnerability index (SVI) study, published by Best Friends Animal Society, brings to light many conclusions, some expected and some not so much. In this session we dive into the output of that study, focusing on key takeaways to help us modify our programs to best serve and utilize our community.

Pethealth Inc. Presents: The PetPoint Transfer Network (PPTN) allows you to find new partners, share and transfer records, and so much more. Join us in our first ever Transfer Workshop Series to learn how to leverage your data management software and how to strengthen your connections within the industry.

Texas Unites Presents (fee applies): With less opportunity for in-person support, a strategy that individuals can apply to help them recognize their needs and unique gifts is essential.  Honor Feelings: Reframe Story is a proactive tool that individuals can practice every day and share both in-person and while engaged in virtual conversations and gatherings.   

Texas Unites Presents (fee applies): You will hear from two speakers who have decades of lobbying experience and have been at the forefront of this campaign. You’ll learn how to get an ordinance drafted, introduced and enacted into law. You’ll learn what hurdles that puppy mill lobbyist will throw in your path, and how to overcome them. This workshop is a must for those who are passionate about ending puppy mills.

American Pets Alive! Presents: This webinar looks at how our marketing efforts, from our social media posts to our adoption bios, can welcome more community members to our mission. We’ll also discuss how our adoption policies can support this mindset of welcoming our entire community while reducing barriers and saving more pets.

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.

Getting 2 Zero Presents: Are you looking to get started with fundraising online but think it’s expensive and complicated? Ryan from Refuel Creative will take you through some low cost options to get your digital fundraising up and running.