Online Event - Wednesdays - The Wednesday Summit #ThankstoMaddie - AmPa!
2021-05-12 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-05-19 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The AmPA! weekly Wednesday Summit offers shelters and rescues a chance to talk through the most current animal sheltering challenges! Topics will change each week. #ThankstoMaddie
You’ll join AmPA! and HASS Staff and industry leaders, but, more importantly, you’ll be able to engage face to face (digitally!) with people like you. Because not feeling alone makes this work a lot easier.
#ThankstoMaddie for making education like this possible.
Registration now required! You only need to register once for 2021.
WEBSITE LINK: https://bit.ly/3nkHsZT

Webinar - 5/13/21 - Preparing for Disasters: Review of the new CalAnimals Organizational Disaster Prep Checklist - CalAnimals
2021-05-13 09:30 - 10:30 | Virtual
The CalAnimals Emergency Management Committee has created an organizational checklist to help your agency prepare for disasters that affect your community. This robust document offers a lot of great points for consideration and sample documents to assist you. Disaster preparedness experts Ryan Soulsby from Butte County Animal Control and John Peaveler from San Diego Humane Society are offering this webinar to walk us through it and answer your questions. A huge thanks to Hill’s Pet Nutrition for sponsoring this important resource!
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cmipkbukTnGCXVrp_y8RHg

Webinar - 5/13/21 - Tools, Tips and Tricks for the ACO: Lessons Learned from the Field - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2021-05-13 10:00 - 11:15 | Virtual
As an Animal Control Officer, have you said to yourself, “I wish I’d seen that coming?” What if there was a short course on expecting the unexpected, specifically designed for today’s Animal Control Officer? In this course, we will explore the common tools utilized by ACO’s in the field today along with the not so common uses of everyday items the ACO should never leave home without. This session with also explore the use of these tools in real-life cases responded to by today’s Animal Control Officer. Officers Alicia Dease and Madisen Taylor will share the tips and tricks they have learned in their more than a decade of experience in the field.
Other Webinars with This Speaker

Feb 4: Video Testimony: The Virtual Courtroom for the ACO
May 13: Tools, Tips and Tricks for the ACO: Lessons Learned from the Field (this webinar)
Nov 9: Critical Incident Stress Management for the ACO

Or click here to view and register for other upcoming NACA webinars on the JCH Platform.

The National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA) was formed in 1978 for the express purpose of assisting its members to perform their duties in a professional manner. We believe only carefully selected and properly trained animal control personnel can correct community problems resulting from irresponsible animal ownership. NACA’s purpose is to preserve the Human/Animal Bond by insisting on responsible animal ownership.

Presenters:

Based out of Deltona, Florida, Madisen Taylor is the Field Training Officer for Volusia County Animal Services. She is trained to investigate local and state cases involving animal cruelty, neglect, rescuing animals in distress, blood sports, and natural disasters. She has responded to hundreds of calls for service in her community, providing resources and conflict resolution to people and their pets. Officer Taylor’s role as FTO with Volusia County Animal Services enables her to teach the next generation of Animal Control Officers on industry standards and best practices. Madisen was formerly a veterinary technician for 4 ½ years, and has served her community as an Animal Control Officer with Volusia County since 2018. Prior to her work as an Animal Control Officer, she was also a 911 dispatcher, rendering aid to people and pets in crisis.

Based out of Osteen, Florida Alicia Dease is the Field Supervisor of Volusia County Animal Services. She investigates and responds to situations involving animals, natural disasters, and animal cruelty cases in Volusia County. Dease was formerly the Field Training Officer for Volusia County Animal Services and has served her community as an Animal Control Officer and Code Enforcement Officer since 2003. Dease has successfully investigated and persued the prosecution of offenders resulting in justice for animal victims in Volusia County.

Based out of Daytona Beach, Florida, Adam Leath is the Director of Volusia County Animal Services. He investigates and responds to situations involving animal victims of natural disasters and animal cruelty cases in Volusia County. Leath was formerly a Regional Director of the Field Investigations and Response Team at the ASPCA where he led one of the largest operations in ASPCA history with the seizure of over 1,000 animals in August of 2016. Leath has responded to multiple dogfighting operations throughout his time at the ASPCA, including the second-largest dogfighting bust in U.S. history in 2013, resulting in the seizure of more than 400 dogs.
Leath holds a bachelor’s degree in animal science from the University of Tennessee and a Graduate Certificate in Veterinary Forensic Science from the University of Florida. He is a courtesy Assistant Professor for the Department of Comparative, Diagnostic, and Population Medicine at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. He is a Director on the Board of Directors for the National Animal Care and Control Association. Leath is a Past President of the International Veterinary Forensic Sciences Association and is a Certified National Animal Cruelty Investigator through the University of Missouri. He has also been certified in Equine Cruelty Investigation through the University of Colorado. Leath has been certified as an expert witness in animal fighting and animal cruelty in the states of Florida and New York.

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/tools-tips-and-tricks-for-the-aco-lessons-learned-from-the-field/

Virtual Seminar - Thursdays in June - Shelter Behavior with Kelley Bollen - CalAnimals (open to non-members also)
2021-05-13 11:00 - 12:30, 2021-05-20 11:00 - 12:30
This 4 session VIRTUAL workshop designed for all levels of shelter staff will cover advice to resolve common dog and cat behavior problems to prevent surrender, a behavior perspective on intake and adoptions, canine behavior evaluations and decisions-making, and behavior modification in the shelter.
Each session is 90 minutes, from 11am to 12:30pm Pacific Time every Thursday in June, beginning June 4th.
The topics are:

Advice to Resolve Common Behavior Problems in Dogs and Cats to Prevent Surrender – June 4th

Intake and Adoptions – A Behavior Perspective – June 11th

Canine Behavior Evaluations and Disposition Decision Making – June 18th

Behavior Modification in the Shelter – June 25th

Tuition for entire series:
$40 Staff & Volunteers of CalAnimals Member Organizations – Remember to sign into the Member Portal to receive member discount.
$55 non-members
Complete your registration today. You will be automatically enrolled in ALL 4 sessions. A unique code and password will be emailed to you. The link may not be shared.

6/4/2020 to 6/25/2020

When:
All Thursdays in June
11am-12:30pm

Where:
VIRTUAL – 4 ZOOM WEBINARS

Presenter:
Kelley Bollen, MS, CABC

Contact:
Kathy Anderson
Kathy@CalAnimals.org

REGISTER HERE: https://calanimals.site-ym.com/event/KelleyBollenWorkshopJune

Webinar - 5/13/21 - Digital Revenue: Small Changes Can Make A Big Impact - The AAWA
2021-05-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
COVID-19 has made digital communication a necessity, not a trend, in 2021. And while not everyone can afford a super-sophisticated digital program, there are plenty of small tweaks organizations can make to improve the performance of what you’re doing now. In this RKD-sponsored webinar, we will show you how to improve your digital results through:

– Optimizing your website for SEO
– Asking donors to “cover the fee” on donation forms
– Improving Google Ad Grant performance
– Using lightboxes (pop-ups) on your home page

Speakers:

Jenn Thompson, Vice President, Digital, RKD Group
Gina Fromme, Chief Development Officer, Humane Society of Missouri
Alicia Vial, Communications Director, Louisiana SPCA

WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/rkd2

Webinar - 4/29/21, 5/6/21, and 5/13/21 - Community-Centered Veterinary Care: 3 Part Webinar Series - American Pets Alive!
2021-05-13 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
Many animals are surrendered to shelters due to medical issues that families cannot afford. Most communities lack options for low cost, no-cost, or incremental full service medicine due to laws, vet associations, and lack of willing veterinary providers. Shelter Medicine experts from all over the country joined the Human Animal Support Services External Facing Medical Care Working Group. This group has created three toolkits to help shelters prevent financially based intake for medical cases, and to keep more people and pets together. Contributing organizations include LA Animal Services, Brampton Animal Services, Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association, LifeLine Animal Project, KC Pet Project, Michigan Humane, San Diego Humane Society, Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program at Cornell University, Humane Society of Sonoma County, Best Friends Animal Society, Association of Shelter Veterinarians, Toronto Humane Society, Pathway Vet Alliance, Montgomery County Animal Shelter, Banfield Pet Hospital, and Montgomery County Animal Services & Adoption Center.

Join members of this working group for a three part webinar series on April 29, May 6, and May 13.
Part 1: Starting a Facility from Scratch – April 29, 5pm CT
Create an external facing medical facility to support your community, whether at your shelter or stand alone.
Speakers:
Kelley Meyers, DVM
Linda Jacobson, BVSc, MMedVet, PhD
Maria Anselmo
Part 2: In-Shelter Support Care Program – May 6, 5pm CT
Legally provide urgent medical care to owned animals to help them stay with their families.
Speakers:
Chumkee Aziz, DVM, DABVP
Lauren Overman
Erin Katribe, DVM, MS
Lisa Labrecque, DVM
Elizabeth Berliner, DVM, DABVP
Part 3: Utilizing Existing Veterinary Practices – May 13, 5pm CST
Work with existing veterinary practices for programs like Austin Pets Alive!’s PASS program, and other local partnerships.
Speakers:
Ellen Jefferson, DVM
J.J. Rawlinson, DVM
Jeremy Prupas, VMD
Stephanie Miller, RVT
Pam Runquist

WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4hRM2zTfSaCW3ESwVAOzTQ

Webinar - 5/13/21 - Maintenance of Equipment in Dentistry: Part 1 - VDOS (fee applies)
2021-05-13 15:00 - 16:50 | Virtual
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 first part is on instrument identification and sharpening. The didactic lecture will last 1.5 hours, but the webinar is designed so that there is extra time for interactive participation and answering your questions.
Speaker: Jeanette Eliason, CVT, RDH, VTS (Dentistry)
Moderator: Alexander M. Reiter, Dipl. Tzt., Dr. med. vet., Dipl. AVDC, EVDC, FF-AVDC-OMFS
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.vdos.org/event-details/maintenance-of-equipment-in-dentistry-part-1-6-00-pm-et

Webinar - 5/13/21 - Using Fear Free Principles to Improve Anesthetic Safety in Complicated Patients - Fear Free
2021-05-13 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Decreasing fear, anxiety, stress (FAS), and pain leads to safer anesthesia by allowing a lower dose of sedative and anesthetic drugs needed for anesthesia premedication, induction, maintenance, and recovery. Lower drug dosages are especially critical in complicated patients with underlying disease and physiologic compromise. In this discussion Dr. Tamara Grubb will explore the role of Fear Free principles in anesthetic safety, especially in the compromised/complicated patient.
Attendees will:
1. Review the physiologic/pathologic impact of fear, anxiety, stress, pain and anesthesia on the patient.
2. Understand how these physiologic/pathologic impacts can magnify pathologic changes of select diseases, increasing the likelihood of anesthetic adverse effects.
3. Learn how to incorporate Fear Free principles into anesthetic protocols to improve anesthetic safety for complicated patients.
About the Presenter
Dr. Tamara Grubb is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Anesthesia & Analgesia with a strong focus in pain management. She owns an anesthesia/analgesia/continuing education consulting practice that serves both small and large animals (VetAACE). Dr. Grubb is a national/international educator and lecturer, a certified acupuncturist, an Adjunct Professor of Anesthesia & Analgesia at Washington State, a Fear Free Certified Practitioner, and on the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management’s (IVAPM) Board of Directors. She is co-author of two books, including “Veterinary Anesthesia & Pain Management for Nurses & Technicians.” Dr. Grubb’s favorite achievement is winning the Distinguished Teaching Award at two universities.
This program has been submitted (but not yet approved) for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize AAVSB RACE approval.
Brought to you by Zoetis Petcare.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WkGmleG3S_2DujNU_mFWcw

Webinar - 5/13/21 - Six Weeks in a Crate? Perioperative Behavior Strategies to Improve Patient Well-being - ACVB (fee applies)
2021-05-13 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Imagine the frustration for you and the owner of the dog who re-broke its leg after an expensive surgery to repair it. In this webinar, stress and its effects on healing will be reviewed. Additionally, specific, concrete suggestions on how to prepare dogs and cats pre- and post-hospitalization will be presented, including ideas for management, behavior modification, and medications.
About the Presenter

Dr. Melissa Bain is a veterinarian and Professor of Clinical Animal Behavior, and is board-certified by both the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists and the American College of Animal Welfare. She received a Master’s degree in Advanced Clinical Research from the UC Davis School of Medicine in 2007. She is a past president of both the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists and the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior. In 2016 she was selected as the Bustad Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year, awarded by the American Veterinary Medical Association, and in 2019 she was selected to receive the Companion Animal Welfare Award from the World Small Animal Veterinary Association. Additionally, she is the Director of Professional Student Clinical Education for the UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. Her responsibilities include student and resident education, clinical case management, and research.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.dacvb.org/page/webinarseries#bain

Webinar - 5/13/21 - Broken Connection: Why Your Dog Loses Focus with Nicole Wiebusch - FDSA (fee applies)
2021-05-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
Does your dog disconnect from you during training? Would you like some ideas on how to fix and prevent disconnection? Having a training plan and systematically working your way through increasing criteria, distractions, and generalization can go a long way toward reducing disconnection.
During this webinar we will define disconnection and discuss common reasons that dogs disconnect from their handlers. We’ll talk about how to figure out why dogs disconnect, and we’ll cover ways to fix it and prevent further disconnection in the future. You will be shown video examples of several different scenarios in which the dog disconnected and we’ll talk through what likely happened. You will come away with a better understanding of why dogs disconnect and what you can do about it.
Note: this webinar will not cover extremely fearful dogs. That in itself is a complicated subject and there are other classes at FDSA that are better equipped for helping your fearful dog.
This is a repeat webinar. Please check your webinar library before purchasing.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Online Course - 5/14/21 to 5/16/21 - Ophthalmology in general practice - IVS (fee applies)
2021-05-14 08:00 - 13:30, 2021-05-15 08:00 - 13:30, 2021-05-16 08:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
This seminar series is designed to provide you with updates on how the speakers actually do things in practice- how they actually manage a patient with a particular ocular disease or disorder, how they do certain techniques, how they combine certain drugs for treatment etc. Actual cases will be presented to emphasize the clinical indications for the techniques.
Kathryn Good D.V.M.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists
Clinical Ophthalmologist
U.C. Davis
Joshua Seth Eaton, VMD
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologist
Assistant Clinical Professor, Comparative Ophthalmology
School of Veterinary Medicine
University of Wisconsin—Madison
Seminar Schedule:

Single day registration available:All times are Eastern time.Seminars start each day at 8.00am Pacific, 9.00am Mtn, 10.00am Central & 11.00am Eastern
Friday May 14 (5.5 CE hrs)
8:00am – 1:30pm Pacific Time11:00am – 4:30pm Eastern TimeUntangling uveitis in small animals, Under PressureGetting a grip on glaucomaCataracts in Dogs and Cats – Caring for the cloudy eyeFeline conjunctivitis – a common conundrum

Saturday May 15 (5.5 CE hrs)
8:00am – 1:30pm Pacific Time11:00am – 4:30 pm Eastern timeRolling with EntropionWhen it’s time to enucleate …Non-healing corneal ulcerationsCanine dry eye

Sunday May 16 (5 CE hrs)
8:00am – 1:00pm Pacific Time11:00am – 4:00 pm Eastern timeThrough the looking glass, Part I: Examination of the anterior segment in animalsThrough the looking glass, Part II: Examination of the posterior segment in animals

Seminar Topics:

Non-healing Corneal Ulcerations – How to handle the ulcer that just won’t go away
Corneal ulcerations can be frustrating to treat in dogs, particularly when despite all of your therapeutic efforts, the ulcer just won’t heal. However, if the attending clinician follows a few key guidelines when diagnosing and examining eyes with non-healing corneal ulcerations, the path to success can be much faster! This discussion will concentrate primarily on non-healing corneal ulcerations in dogs, and will present a practical approach to making the correct corneal diagnosis and choosing the best therapy to produce a successful outcome.
Canine Dry Eye – What’s next when cyclosporine fails?
Treatment of keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS), or “dry eye” in dogs has made incredible strides over the last few decades, principally due to the success of medications like topical cyclosporine. However, there are those canine patients that just don’t respond to topical therapy, resulting in frustrated owners and doctors and squinty, unhappy patients. In this hour, we’ll review not only routine management of KCS but also focus on those patients that are refractory to treatment, specifically addressing special considerations in examination and assessment of those cases, exploring possible underlying causes, and how to best approach them therapeutically.
Feline conjunctivitis – A common conundrum
Conjunctivitis is one of the most common ophthalmic conditions affecting cats; and as we know, infectious causes are always at the top of our differential list. However, distinguishing one infectious etiology from another can be very difficult as clinical signs are often non-specific. Furthermore, despite an ever-expanding menu of ophthalmic infectious assays at commercial and academic laboratories, diagnostic tests remain difficult and ambiguous to interpret. This lecture will review the infectious causes of feline conjunctivitis, discuss the diagnostic approach to each, and explore the numerous available therapies and their respective advantages and disadvantages, taken from the most current literature.
Cataracts in dogs and cats – Caring for the cloudy eye
Cataracts are a very common cause of vision loss in dogs and, while less common, can also lead to vision impairment in cats. To date, the definitive treatment for cataract in any species is surgical removal using phacoemulsification. Over the past 10-15 years, however, there has been an explosion of advertisement and scientific publication touting medical therapies for cataracts. On its face, these drops and supplements appear to offer a miraculous “magic bullet”, sparing pets and owners the cost and hassle of surgery. But are these therapies the “real deal”? This hour will explore this question, while also reviewing the approach to diagnosis of cataracts in animals as well as the most common causes, the approach to surgical candidacy, and the current standards-of-care in cataract surgery and peri- and postoperative considerations.
Through the looking glass, Part 1 – Examination of the anterior segment in animals
Examination of the eye can be intimidating for a number of reasons, not the least of which is the complexity and diversity of its tiny structures. Furthermore, the structures that comprise the anterior portion of the eye in cats are largely clear and lie in direct apposition to one another, making localization of lesions in the front of the eye very confusing. However, by using an organized approach armed with the correct instrumentation and the necessary tools and techniques, assessment of the anterior structures of the eye can be much easier and maybe even fun! This lecture will focus on techniques and tips for examination of the anterior segment, focusing on the cornea, anterior chamber (and aqueous humor), iris, and lens.
Untangling uveitis in small animals – After diagnosing a dog or cat with uveitis, the practitioner is presented with two concurrent challenges; to determine the cause (if possible), and to suppress intraocular inflammation and mitigate uveitis’ potentially blinding complications. In some cases, the cause of uveitis may be obvious (i.e. following trauma), but in many cases, the ophthalmic manifestations are ambiguous and difficult to interpret. This discussion seeks to demystify the approach to clinical diagnosis of uveitis in small animals, and elucidate guidelines for treatment, management, and formulation of a prognosis.
Under pressure – Getting a grip on glaucoma – Glaucoma is one of the most frustrating ophthalmic diseases to manage and treat in veterinary medicine, causing not only pain for affected animals, but the inevitable consequence of irreversible blindness without swift treatment. Furthermore, determination of an underlying cause and formulation of a treatment plan can be confusing at least partially due to the large number of available topical and systemic drugs. This in-depth look at glaucoma seeks to provide the small animal practitioner with a practical perspective on tonometry and diagnosis of glaucoma, current standards and best practices for treatment in dogs and cats, and how to approach prognosis in affected animals.
Rolling with Entropion – Entropion is commonly encountered in dogs and cats and can be painful in addition to causing corneal scarring, vascularization, and even corneal rupture and loss of vision. There are numerous anatomical and conformational factors that may contribute to entropion in both species. Therefore, the best surgical approach to entropion is to carefully consider such factors and choose a surgical technique accordingly. This will minimize the chance for recurrence and maximize postoperative success. This surgical discussion will review the anatomical factors that predispose to entropion in dogs and cats, and review the key surgical approaches that can be used for correction in both species.
When It’s Time To Enucleate … – Eyes that have been blinded by disease and carry the long-term potential to cause pain in an animal are candidates for enucleation. Before gowning up for surgery, however, it’s important for any practitioner to know the safest surgical technique for removing the diseased eye, and to understand the periocular and orbital anatomy. Furthermore, awareness of local anesthetic block techniques and other anesthetic considerations will serve to ensure a smooth and uneventful recovery. This surgical discussion will provide the practitioner with a comprehensive approach to pertinent preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative considerations when performing enucleations, as well as the advantages and disadvantages associated with different surgical techniques.
Through the looking glass, Part II – Examination of the posterior segment in animals
The eye’s posterior segment is an enigma to many practitioners as assessment of structures like the retina and optic nerve poses unique challenges. However, examination of these posterior structures is not only critical to accurate diagnosis and treatment of ocular diseases, but may also provide insight regarding neurologic and even non-ophthalmic systemic disease. Without a doubt, examination of the posterior segment is a challenging skill that takes practice. However, knowing how and when to use the right equipment and techniques, and better understanding the advantages and disadvantages of each, the practitioner can refine their skills and become quite adept at posterior segment examination in a relatively short period of time. This hour will be spent reviewing the structures of the posterior segment and how to evaluate them with a focus on tips and techniques for getting that perfect view of the ocular fundus.

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.ivseminars.com/seminars/ophthalmology-in-general-practice-live-online/

Webinar - 5/15/21 - Dental Cleaning and Periodontal Therapy - VDOS (fee applies)
2021-05-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual
This VDOS webinar will discuss power tools and hand instruments (scalers and curettes) needed to perform a professional dental cleaning (scaling and polishing). Closed periodontal therapy (root planing and gingival curettage) and perioceutic treatment (local administration of medications) will be reviewed. Instrument sharpening will be briefly explained. The didactic lecture will last 1 hour, but the webinar is designed so that there is extra time for interactive participation and answering your questions.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.vdos.org/event-details/dental-cleaning-and-periodontal-therapy-1-00-pm-et

Webinar - 5/16/21 - Playgroups Part 2: The What - Dogs Playing for Life
2021-05-16 09:00 - 10:30 | Virtual
Learn about all the ways in which DPFL Playgroups are transforming shelters all across the country!

PLAYGROUPS PART 1: THE WHY

EARN 1.5 CAWA & IACP CEU CREDITS PER SESSION

Learn about all the ways in which DPFL Playgroups are transforming shelters all across the country.
In this first of three webinars, we will present powerful examples of how playgroups can not only enhance the quality of life for your shelter dogs, but how focusing on their quality of life through enrichment can lead to game-changing benefits to your shelter’s everyday operations.
Attendees will get to view dynamic video examples and impactful data and experiences from some of the nearly 300 shelters that have embraced the power of letting shelter dogs play!
*Part 1 attendees will be sent the signup links to parts 2 & 3 upon completing the first webinar.

PLAYGROUPS PART 2: THE WHAT

In Part 2, we dive into what DPFL-style Playgroups look like! During this webinar, we will view and discuss dog-to-dog communication and body language, as well as some of the operational aspects of a successful playgroup program.
Attendees will learn the various ways in which handlers should observe and learn about the dogs in their playgroups in order to create the safest, most enriching and informational experiences for the dogs in their care.

PLAYGROUPS PART 3: THE HOW

In this last section, we take a deep dive into the critical aspects of how to successfully facilitate playgroups in your shelter.
Attendees will be offered a robust collection of video examples and important discussions on safety, effective handling techniques, and how to take the first steps to implement or enhance their own shelter playgroup programs.

WEBSITE LINK: https://dogsplayingforlife.com/webinars/

Online Meeting - Mondays - Shelter and Rescue Support Call - Hosted by Maddie's Fund
2021-05-17 08:00 - 09:00
MONDAYS: 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM PT
Register for 2021: https://bit.ly/2MwQkz4
You need only register once to attend each recurring meeting throughout the year.
WATCH REPLAYS: https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations
These calls are for all shelter personnel, paid and unpaid. If you want to connect with colleagues from the US and Canada about how they’re navigating sheltering in a post COVID world, grab a coffee and start your week out with 300 people who have the same questions, ideas and worries as you.
Have someone in mind who would make a great speaker for HASS? Submit this form: https://www.humananimalsupportservices.org/connections-form/
Meeting Link: https://bit.ly/2MwQkz4

Webinar - 5/17/21 - Make the Shift! Tips To Safely Move Animals to Various Locations with a Team Approach - Dog iBox (fee applies)
2021-05-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual
It happens at the moment you need it most. The repair person arrives to fix a broken appliance, and protocol states all pets must be secured. But you cannot find the family cats to ensure they’re safely crated. Or, the doorbell rings and your dog is playing the ‘chase me game’ to avoid being gated to another part of the home. Perhaps habitat repairs need to be done, yet the Red fox chooses to take a nap in the outside enclosure while sunbathing rather than move to a holding area.
What if we can put the odds in our favor and work with animals in our care? Rather than watch the clock tick away along with our patience, let’s start from a point of success. This new webinar with Laura Monaco Torelli will help you to build a productive plan that keeps caregivers’ and animals’ working together.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.dog-ibox.com/market/catalog/live-webinars/live-webinars-english-c-34/make-the-shift.html

CASCAR Zoom Call for California Shelters - 5/18/21 - Dave Hachey & Dr. Lucas Pantaleon - CASCAR - UC Davis KSMP
2021-05-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
We have an interesting little treat for this coming CASCAR call Tuesday May 18th at 1 pm – we will be hearing from our friends Dave Hachey and Dr. Lucas Pantaleon, part of the team that brought us Rescue, aka accelerated hydrogen peroxide, about a new air purifier they are helping bring to the market. Given the way Rescue transformed shelter sanitation in many places, when Dave says he’s on to something we tend to pay attention over here at team KSMP. They have a little presentation about the product and then we will have Q and A. This is not a sales pitch, really intended to be an informative exchange so we can ask questions and understand the science and potential of a novel approach to pathogen inactivation in the air. I hope we might start seeing some of the technology in other congregate spaces as well so we might as well get a jump on learning about it!
That may not take up all the time we have, in which case we can talk about whatever is on folks’ minds or kick back early. One thing that is on my mind and that I hope to talk about in more depth in an upcoming CASCAR call is the hints of increasing dog intake/in-shelter populations that have been mentioned on this list. If this is something you’re seeing, I’d love to hear about it. If this is something you’re NOT seeing, I’d also love to hear about it! I know there’s been a lot of anxiety, which I share, about reopening and seeing shelters get inundated to pre-pandemic levels or beyond. On the other hand, I know not all reopening is necessarily a negative so I’d really appreciate getting some of the nuances and reasons behind what is happening out there now.
CASCAR room link: https://sheltermedicine.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJQtdO-srDItyMz7xy-ZsncbcFa6s8kKZg

Webinar - 5/18/21 - The Secret Lives of Fleas: What Really Goes on In the Home! - VETGirl
2021-05-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
“But he didn’t have fleas before he came to your clinic!”
Join us for a complimentary VETgirl–Zoetis CE webinar, where Dr. Michael Dryden, DVM, PHD, DACVM reviews the results of the recently published “2019 Dryden Tampa Flea study,” where homes and cats infested with fleas were monitored for response after cats were treated with either Revolution Plus or a positive control.
Find out how flea allergy dermatitis and the flea biomass in the home can affect the patient, and how treatment of the patient affects the biomass in the home. Learn the importance of treating ALL animals in the household before the secret life of fleas takes over!
Thanks to sponsorship from Zoetis, this webinar is free to all!

Not a VETgirl ELITE member? VETgirl ELITE members receive 100+ hours of RACE-approved, online veterinary CE/year ($249). That way, you know that you have flexibility to view any of our webinars (including small animal, large animal, veterinary technician, leadership, practice management) and listen to our podcasts when you have time.
All the webinars are recorded and can be viewed 24/7 after their release date for CE credit. If you’re watching the recording later on, don’t forget to take the CE quiz with it when you’re done to get your CE certificate!
*Note: Viewing this webinar is for individual use only; VETgirl webinars are not designed nor meant to be viewed in a group setting due to RACE-CE audit purposes. Inappropriate sharing or viewing of the webinar may result in revoking of membership.
RACE-CE provider name: VETgirl, LLC
RACE Provider number: 20
RACE Program number: 814728/814816
This program is RACE-approved for continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE approval; however participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Call VETgirl (858.859.1838) for further questions.

WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/may-18-2021-the-secret-lives-of-fleas-what-really-goes-on-in-the-home/

Online Conference - 5/19/21 to 5/21/21 - Texas Unites for Animals Conference Virtual Learning Series - Texas Unites for Animals (fee applies)
2021-05-19, 2021-05-20, 2021-05-21 | Virtual
All sessions are CE approved through DSHS and AAWA with selected sessions approved through TBVME.
Your $49 registration fee provides access to all webinars May 19 through July 1.
Kick off the series on May 19-21, 2021 with highlighted sessions on a variety of topics!
Continue learning throughout the summer with additional live webinars each week.
The Virtual Learning Series will offer the same quality professional development workshops you have come to expect from Texas Unites, opportunities for attendees to connect with one another, and introductions to the many wonderful animal welfare related products and services that can assist you in your work.
Registration will remain open throughout the Virtual Learning Series. Register early to participate live in your chosen sessions or enjoy the recorded sessions at your convenience.
Read about each workshop & speaker in our Virtual Learning Series Brochure or review the complete schedule of webinars here!

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.texasunites.com/the-conference/

Webinar - 5/19/21 - Bringing Your New Dog Home – How to Promote a Successful Transition to Family Life! - PPG (fee applies)
2021-05-19 08:00 - 09:00 | Virtual
Did you know that it can take anywhere from a couple of days to several weeks for you and your new dog to adjust to each other?
Although you have chosen this individual to join your family, the dog does not know that what is happening is something good, that he has a new family home. The dog is likely to be fearful, anxious, or stressed. This might manifest itself as lethargy or over-excitement. The dog might engage in distance-increasing behaviors. Triggers might stack up, making it difficult for the dog to cope.
In this presentation we are going to cover DogNostics’ recommendations for successfully introducing a new dog into your family, helping ensure that the transition into your home is as stress-free as possible for both you and your new family member.
Although the presentation is aimed at pet dog owners, it will also help pet professionals provide guidance to their clients, and shelters provide guidance to new adoptees.
About Your Presenter

Louise Stapleton-Frappell – B.A. Hons, PCT- A, PCBC-A, CAP3, CTDI, DN-FSG2, DN-CPCT2, CWRI
Louise Stapleton-Frappell, Partner and Faculty Member of DogNostics Career Center and Board Member of The Pet Professional Guild, is a Professional Canine Trainer and Behavior Consultant – Accredited by The Pet Professional Accreditation Board. Louise has constantly built on her knowledge and furthered her education in the field of force-free, rewards based, science-based pet training. The creator of the DogNostics’ Dog Trainer Certification Program, Louise has presented at conferences internationally and has gained a reputation for expertly teaching and training humans and canines at her own establishment, The DogSmith of Estepona, in Southern Spain, where she offers a wide range of both group and private classes and pet dog services.
WEBSITE LINK: https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-4245404

Online Course - 3/26/21 or 5/19/21 - Bat Basics for CA Animal Care & Control - Bat World MidCities (fee applies)
2021-05-19 08:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
This program introduces animal care and animal services professionals to the most unique and misunderstood animals on the planet – bats. As humans expand their footprint on the landscape, bats come into contact with the public with increasing frequency. Animal Services agencies, shelters, veterinary clinics, and nuisance wildlife control operators need to be properly educated and equipped to handle these animals safely, and to provide accurate information to the public about them.
Topics include basic information about bats and their role in the environment, public health and safety issues, rabies, safe capture and handling, eviction and exclusion of bats in human-occupied structures, and White Nose Syndrome.
The class fee is $49.
This training is approved for HO/CACO CEs.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.bwmidcities-batworld.org/course-schedule/bat-basics-for-ca-animal-care-control-03-26-21

Webinar - 5/19/21 - Virtual Events: Lessons Learned in a Year of Chaos - The AAWA
2021-05-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
When events were canceled last spring, many animal welfare organizations were thrust into the unknown world of virtual events. Through it all, we learned a lot about what works and what doesn’t. A year later, it’s clear that virtual events are here to stay. We’ll discuss the fundamentals of hosting a successful virtual event in 2021, including:

– Creating a fun, engaging experience
– Activating volunteers and donors
– Running an organized, well-planned show
– Using data to track and measure

Speakers:

– Karla Baldelli, Vice President, Donor Engagement, RKD Group
– KC Routos, Event Manager, Animal Rescue League of Iowa
– Debbie MacDonald, Development Director at City Rescue Mission

WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/rkd3

Webinar - 5/20/21 - Yes, you CAN Perform a Fear Free Canine Orthopedic Exam - Fear Free
2021-05-20 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
In this webinar, Kristin Kirkby Shaw, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVS-SA, will review the importance of diagnosing osteoarthritis (OA), how to perform canine exams, and pain management. In support of May Arthritis Month, Dr. Shaw will provide resources from the New Science of OA Pain website which has canine and feline OA checklists, feline exam videos, and chronic pain teaching tools that can be provided for pet owners.
Dr. Shaw will:
• Explain the concepts of fear, anxiety, and stress, and how they may impact completing a good canine orthopedic exam
• Discuss ways to accomplish a complete and useful orthopedic exam in dogs without adding to the FAS burden
• Demonstrate practical methods for performing a useful orthopedic exam in painful dogs
This program has been submitted, but not yet approved, for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize AAVSB RACE approval.
Brought to you by Zoetis Petcare.
About the Presenter
Dr. Kristin Kirkby Shaw is an accomplished and highly skilled double board-certified veterinary surgeon who has done extensive research in soft tissue surgery and rehabilitation. She has published numerous journal articles and textbook chapters, received several awards and has spoken at national and international conferences.
Dr. Shaw received her DVM from the University of Florida in 2003, and to UF for a four-year small animal surgical residency, becoming a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2008.
In 2010, Dr. Shaw moved to Seattle and began working in private practice. She became board certified in Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation in 2013.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_i0snWxI8QpeoDliEsfW3_w

VIN Rounds - 5/20/21 - Behavior Problems Seen Through the Eyes of the Cat - VIN/VSPN
2021-05-20 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Presented by Sandra Mitchell, DVM, DABVP (Feline & Exotic Companion Mammal)
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.vin.com/doc/?id=9983934

Online Conference - 5/21/21 to 5/23/21 - 2021 Shelter Behavior and Enrichment Conference - Shelter Playgroup Alliance (fee applies)
2021-05-21 09:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Learn about shelter animal welfare, enrichment, and playgroups at our annual Shelter Behavior and Enrichment Conference on May 21, 22 & 23, 2021 with a Pre-Conference workshop on May 20th
Location: Virtual
Times: 9am – 5pm Pacific each day
Register now: https://www.shelterdogplay.org/register
​Who should attend? Shelter staff, shelter volunteers, and shelter leadership. Animal daycare staff, dog walkers, and animal trainers would also benefit from the topics presented.
​What will be presented? Leaders in behavioral science, animal welfare, enrichment, and inter-animal interactions will present research and strategies for enhancing animal welfare and animal interactions, including play.
​Speakers:
· Ken Ramirez, Executive Vice-President and Chief Training Officer of Karen Pryor Clicker Training
· Erika Feuerbacher, PhD, BCBA-D, CAAB, CPDT-KA
· Kelley Bollen, MS, CABC
· Mara Velez, MA, CPDT-KA
​ Pre-Conference workshop on Thursday, May 20, 2021. Learn about feline behavior!
​Join us a day before the SPA 2021 Shelter Behavior and Enrichment Conference for a special option on Thursday, May 20, 2021.Immerse yourself in feline behavior during a full day deep dive with Mikel Delgado, PhD. Mikel is a cat behavior consultant and co-founder of Feline Minds. Mikel’s deep knowledge and expertise in feline behavior will include the following topics:
o Reducing stress for shelter cats
o Problem behaviors
o Litter box blues
o Multi cat households
o Case studies
o Play behavior in cats
Cost: $150 for 3-day conference ticket; $50 for pre-conference workshop
Save $25 by registering for all four days!
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.shelterdogplay.org/register
