Shelter Learniverse

Webinar - 7/5/21 - Canine Welfare: How Do We Measure It and What Can We Learn Using These Measures in the Animal Shelter? - PPG (fee applies)
2021-07-05 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Considerable efforts have been made to improve the outcomes for dogs arriving to animal shelters, resulting in substantial increases in the number of dogs adopted and returned to their owners as well as reductions in euthanasia. Over this time, the role of the animal shelter has changed as well, from one of temporary holding to longer lengths of stay as animals with more complex behavioral and medical needs are placed. Thus, we must also evolve the care that we provide to these dogs to adequately meet their welfare needs.
This session will discuss how we can best assess welfare and promising measures found across the scientific literature that can help us better understand dogs’ experiences in the shelter. With these measures in mind, the presenter will describe recent research investigating the effects of housing and social interaction on shelter dog welfare. By identifying meaningful welfare measures, interventions intended to improve the lives of shelter-living dogs can be tested and, when impactful, implemented in animal shelters.

Identify stressors in the shelter environment that may compromise canine welfare.
Describe the difficulties inherent in measuring welfare.
Explain the different physiological, cognitive, behavioral, and health measures that can be used to measure canine welfare in the shelter.
Summarize how housing and interactions with other dogs may affect shelter dog welfare.
Develop a plan about how you could measure the welfare of dogs in your animal shelter.

CEUs: PPAB 1, CCPDT (pending), IAABC (pending), KPA (pending)
About Your Presenter

Lisa Gunter Ph.D MA CBCC-KA is the Maddie’s Fund Research Fellow at Arizona State University in the Department of Psychology and conducts her research in the Canine Science Collaboratory. She currently leads the Maddie’s Fund Nationwide Fostering Study. The goal of Dr. Gunter’s research is to better the lives of dogs and, to this aim, she has investigated the breed labeling of shelter dogs, their breed heritage, post-adoption interventions focused on owner retention, various types of fostering, enrichment, and behavioral indicators of welfare for kenneled dogs. She has published her research in scientific journals, presented her findings at numerous conferences, and received national and international media attention for her work.
Prior to her graduate school, she worked as a behavior consultant and trainer in San Francisco where she taught group classes and consulted with owners experiencing issues of fear, anxiety, and aggression with their dogs. Her interest in canine behavior began in 2002 as an animal shelter volunteer, training dogs in basic skills and assisting in shelter dog playgroups. That interest grew into a career where she managed the behavior programs of several shelters throughout the West. During graduate school, Dr. Gunter co-founded Wagfield Academy, an online dog training and behavior resource for owners, and the Institute for Shelter Dogs with Dr. Erica Feuerbacher, where they combine the latest in shelter research with the current best practices in workshops and consultations for staff and volunteers.
WEBSITE LINK: https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-4361915

Webinar - 7/6/21 - Fundraising in a Virtual World - Network for Good
2021-07-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Sector-wide trends are changing the field as we know it!
In this session, we will explore the big picture, changing donor demographics, the decline in broad-based giving, the impact of virtual events, emphasis on outcomes, and more.

Heidi Webb
CFRE Fundraiser, Difference-Maker
GreenKite
More than 21 years ago, Heidi Webb began her career securing 8(a) minority status for government contract-seeking technology firms helping land these companies multi-million-dollar contracts with the Department of Education and the Department of Defense. She transitioned to the nonprofit world and raised over $36M for nonprofits — from foster care to homelessness and animal rescue causes. She is an Assistant Governor for Rotary International, an Advisor to the Unfunded List, and volunteers extensively for local initiatives.
WEBSITE LINK: https://learn.networkforgood.com/20210706-webinar-fundraising-in-a-virtual-world.html

Webinar - 7/6/21 - Induction Drugs: Doses, effects, side effects and which should I pick - VETGirl (fee applies)
2021-07-06 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
In this VETgirl anesthesia track webinar, Dr. Jane Quandt, MS, DACVAA, DACVECC reviews induction drugs used in veterinary medicine. Induction drugs can be used as solo agents or in combination. Which should you consider using, and are there indications or contraindications for each? What are useful combinations and why would you consider using a combination versus a single drug? Learn it with Dr. “Q!”
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: 846994/847010
This program has been 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/july-6-2021-induction-drugs-doses-effects-side-effects-and-which-should-i-pick/

Online Course - 7/7/21 - ACO Seminar Series - Best Friends
2021-07-07 09:00 - 14:30 | Virtual
Community Engagement: The Lifesaving Philosophy
9-10:30am (PST): Register for this course here.
The term “community engagement” gets thrown around a lot, as if it is something that an officer can do if they have a few extra minutes. To unlock the full potential of community engagement, however, we must start thinking of it as less of a project and more of a state of mind. This lifesaving philosophy will not only help save the lives of animals but could potentially save an officer’s life as well. In this course you will learn how embracing community engagement as a mindset can, and will, increase lifesaving efforts and officer safety.
Advanced Return to Owner in the Field: Beyond the Scanner
11am-12:30pm (PST): Register for this course here.
Animal control officers are playing a much larger role today in the reduction of shelter intake by choosing to identify and return stray dogs to their families without bringing them into the shelter, but all too often officers stop looking for an owner was they find that the animal has no ID tags or microchip. This workshop highlights successful efforts from agencies across the country that have shown to significantly increase the field RTO rate for those animals without obvious identification.
Community Cats: Mitigating Feline Nuisance
11:00am-12:30pm (PST): Register for this course here.
This session will cover how to respond to residents who don’t want community cats, also known as feral, stray or free-roaming cats, on their property. We’ll discuss strategic placement of deterrents, de-escalation techniques and information sharing regarding the long-term effectiveness of managing populations of community cats after sterilization.
CE Units will be provided by Best Friends after viewing each session.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.calanimals.org/education-and-training

Online Event - Wednesdays - The Wednesday Summit #ThankstoMaddie - AmPa!
2021-07-07 13:00 - 14:00 | 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

Town Hall - 7/7/21 - HASS Leadership Town Hall - HASS
2021-07-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Curious about what’s going on with Human Animal Support Services? Join us to hear the latest on this innovative project from Dr. Ellen Jefferson and Kristen Hassen, two members of the HASS Executive Team. What has the HASS team been doing over the last year? What plans does HASS have for the next 6 months? Tune in to get the answers to these questions, status updates, and an inside look at Human Animal Support Services. Be a part of this exciting live webinar on Wednesday, July 7 at 6pm CT.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/7416246587777/WN_gjtAVSa9RayUbJXIz7TX3w

Webinar - 7/7/21 - Stop calling it kennel cough: CIRD and what you need to know - VETGirl
2021-07-07 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Join us for a complimentary VETgirl–Merck Animal Health CE veterinary technician webinar, where Dr. Justine Lee, DACVECC, DABT reviews the coughing dog. In this webinar, she’ll review infectious etiologies of cough, how to diagnose it, clinicopathologic findings, prevention and overall treatment of the coughing dog.
Thanks to sponsorship from Merck Animal Health, this webinar is free to all!

WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/july-7-2021-stop-calling-it-kennel-cough-cird-and-what-you-need-to-know/

Webinar - 7/8/21 - Building and Maintaining a Productive High Volume Foster Program That Serves the Animals YOU Need Help With - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2021-07-08 10:00 - 11:15 | Virtual
Foster programs are a necessity in any animal shelter or rescue but creating and maintaining one that provides consistent positive output can be a challenge. Foster homes reduce in-shelter population, reduce stress on staff and animals, and provide much needed real-life information about adoptable animals. The challenge is creating a foster base that will consistently help with the animals your shelter needs help with; the medically challenged and/or behaviorally challenged population. What you will learn:

How to break down your foster program and rebuild it for success
The benefits of opening your foster program up to include all adoptable animals in your shelter and why that variety will help you sustain your program
How to streamline communication with foster parents

Other Webinars in this Series Include:

Dec 10: Recruiting the Next Generation to Your Agency
April 8: Staycations and Daycations – Building Short Term Foster Programs
July 8: Building and Maintaining a Productive, High Volume Fostering Program
July 22: The Care, Nurturing and Enrichment of Tame & Feral Volunteers

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:
Amy Yeager has been with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control for 16 years and currently serves as the Foster/Rescue Coordinator. She manages a high volume, year-round foster program as well as works with local rescue partners to transport animals in and transport animals out. During her career, she has also served as a Kennel Attendant, Field Enforcement Officer, and Customer Service Representative so she brings a wealth of working knowledge to the Foster/Rescue programs. Amy has experience in completely breaking down and rebuilding foster programs to better fit the a
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/building-and-maintaining-a-productive-high-volume-foster-program-that-serves-the-animals-you-need-help-with/

Virtual Seminar - Thursdays in June - Shelter Behavior with Kelley Bollen - CalAnimals (open to non-members also)
2021-07-08 11:00 - 12:30, 2021-07-15 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 - 7/8/21 - Fetch the Best – Preparing for Itchy Pet Awareness Month! - VETGirl
2021-07-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
In this complimentary VETgirl–Zoetis webinar, Dr. Dana Liska, DACVD reviews how to treat the pruritic patient. Tune in to learn how to manage your allergic dermatitis patients from initial onset of itch and the diagnostic work up, how APOQUEL can be used short-term for inflammation and flares, and long-term for maintenance therapy by sharing key efficacy and updated safety data. This webinar will also help you feel confident when to reach for CYTOPOINT and learn how you can increase Cytopoint’s efficacy in some dogs with repeated monthly injections. Finally, Dr. Liska will share valuable resources to help you prepare for Itchy Pet Awareness Month.
Thanks to sponsorship from Zoetis, 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: 774061/774069
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/july-8-2021-fetch-the-best-preparing-for-itchy-pet-awareness-month/

Webinar - 7/8/21 - From Cue to Conversation: Deep Dive into the Look At That (LAT) game and its baby sister, LATTE - FDSA (fee applies)
2021-07-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
Join LeslieMcDevitt as she tells you all about her revolutionary Look at That game and her new twist on it, LATTE. One of the most popular Control Unleashed games, LAT teaches dogs to focus around distractions and triggers; LATTE teaches dogs to chill out around those things without the working focus piece. In this webinar Leslie will go step by step through a few different ways of teaching LAT (including the newest way, as part of a counter conditioning procedure using station training), when to use it and when not to, how to know when to stop using it and move on to something else, whether to add a verbal cue or let the environment cue it. She will also clear up misconceptions about it that she has heard over the years. Then she will introduce you to the various new possibilities that LATTE offers.
Date: Thursday, July 8, 2021
Time: 6pm Pacific Time (Click here for time at FDSA (Pacific Time).
Fee: $19.95 – Registration required PRIOR to scheduled presentation time.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Online Course - 7/9/21 to 7/11/21 - Feline techniques: How I manage common problems. Live from San Diego - IVS (fee applies)
2021-07-09 08:00 - 13:30, 2021-07-10 08:00 - 13:30, 2021-07-11 08:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Drs. Michael Lappin and Susan Little are two of the well-known feline interested veterinarians in North America. Dr. Little is board certified in feline medicine by the ABVP and owns two feline only practices in Ottawa, Canada. Dr. Lappin is an internal medicine specialist who has been involved with feline clinical research ever since reporting the Toxoplasma gondii IgM and IgG tests in 1989. His research group at Colorado State University completes approximately 15 feline clinical research projects per year. Drs. Little and Lappin have lectured together multiple times and most recently spoke to packed houses at both NAVC and WVC.
Seminar Topics:

Dr. Little:
– Successful management of urethral obstruction in cats
– Understanding Feline Idiopathic Cystitis
– How to Use Feeding Tubes in Cats
– Diagnosis and management of weight loss in senior cats
– Finding the inner cat – feline obesity
– Finicky felines: managing anorexia in cats
– Let’s get moving – the constipated cat
– Update on managing CKD
– Management of diabetes mellitus in cats
Dr. Lappin:
– Fever of unknown origin in cats.
– Logical antibiotic therapy in cats.
– Management of upper respiratory infections in cats.
– Management of the coughing cat.
– Feline GI diseases: is it infectious, inflammatory, or neoplastic?
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.ivseminars.com/seminars/feline-techniques-how-i-manage-common-problems-live-from-san-diego/

Online Conference - 7/9/21 to 7/11/21 - 2021 ASPCA® Cornell Maddie’s® Shelter Medicine Conference - Maddie's Fund (fee applies)
2021-07-09 15:00 - 16:30, 2021-07-10 06:30 - 15:15, 2021-07-11 06:00 - 14:45 | Virtual
The ASPCA® Cornell Maddie’s® Shelter Medicine Conference is a unique educational opportunity for veterinarians and other animal welfare professionals to learn from our field of highly regarded speakers. This year’s conference will feature content and key takeaways aimed at engineering our new normal together. A wide range of workshops will be offered with information you can immediately put to use, including the role of social work in animal welfare, behavior modification in a shelter setting, a live necropsy demonstration, and a session on thriving in challenging work. The conference also features a keynote address by Dr. Scott Weese, professor at the Ontario Veterinary College and author of the education website Worms & Germs.
Following the virtual event, registrants will have access to session recordings.
Benefits

Quick, easy registration
An entirely virtual, highly interactive, and engaging format
The opportunity to learn from experts in their fields

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.aspcapro.org/splash/aspca-cornell-maddies-fund-shelter-medicine-conference

Webinar - 7/10/21 - Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop - Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
2021-07-10 11:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Are you ready to be part of the solution for feral and stray cats in your neighborhood? Learn what TNR is, why it works, and how to get started. Our expert instructors will teach you the best practices for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and colony management. Plus, you’ll receive a certificate of completion** after you attend.
Access to local recordings and handouts can be found here—check to see if there are local resources for your area.

**New York City-area attendees who earn their certificate will also qualify for free local TNR services, including spay/neuter, trap rentals, and expert hands-on assistance. If you are an NYC-area resident, you will receive access to a recorded session on how to access these NYC resources.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/product/neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-july-10-2021/

Webinar - 7/11/21 - Are You Leveraging the Human Animal Bond to Optimize the Vaccine Experience? - VETGirl
2021-07-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
In this complimentary 1-hour, VETgirl–Zoetis webinar, Dr. Patrick Flynn reviews the human-animal bond (HAB). Tune in to learn about the HAB, some science behind it and then how we can improve the existing recommendations on tailoring vaccines to lifestyle into a realm where we tailor it for THAT pet, all while involving the owner in the decision.
Thanks to sponsorship from Zoetis, 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: 774061/774069
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/july-11-2021-are-you-leveraging-the-human-animal-bond-to-optimize-the-vaccine-experience/

Online Meeting - Mondays - Shelter and Rescue Support Call - Hosted by Maddie's Fund
2021-07-12 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 - 7/12/21 - Can Being a Little More Human Make a Difference? - PPG (fee applies)
2021-07-12 11:00 - 12:30 | Virtual
In order to make small yet fundamental changes to our dog training we must, at times, be prepared to change some of our plans and our techniques. For this webinar I would like you to open you mind, and remember something that Admiral Grace Hooper once said, “The most damaging phrase in the language is … ‘It’s always been done this way.’”
Why not be a little more human with your dog training?
The objectives for this webinar will encourage the candidates to think about and address the following:

How can we create the ‘ideal’ learning environment?
How can our attitude affect our training?
Would Humanistic learning theories work with dogs?

CEUs: PPAB 1.5, CCPDT (pending), IAABC (pending), KPA (pending)

About Your Presenter

Dr. Robert Hewings
Author of the award winning ’Scent Training for every dog’ (First Stone Publishers) and head of learning and development for the UK College of Scent Detection, Dr Robert Hewings is a highly experienced Canine Trainer.
Rob retired from London’s Metropolitan Police after 30 years’ exemplary service, 25 of which was as an operational police dog handler. The final nine years as a full-time police instructor with the world-famous Metropolitan Police Dog Training Establishment. He has successfully underpinned his valuable operational experience with the highest academic qualifications, his Doctoral study is entitled ‘Is there a better way? Can humanistic education improve operant conditioning in canine scent detection training?’
During his time at the prestigious Metropolitan Police Dog Training Establishment (2007-2016) Rob headed the training for SWAT dogs, and was active in the instruction and development in all aspects of Police Search Dog Training. He played an active role in the instruction and development of the ‘Canine Training Instructor’ authoring two training manuals, and designing coaching programmes that have enhanced the effective performance of operational dog handlers.
After his retirement in 2016 Rob, took on new challenges to complete his desire to learn, lecturing at university (BSc Canine Behaviour and Training) where he specialised in ‘Assistance Dog Training’, writing his book, and practical assistance dog training using scent-work within epilepsy alert, diabetes alert and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder alert. He also attended Bergin University of Canine Studies where he gained a valuable insight into assistance dog training, particularly for PTSD sufferers.
Rob is now head of learning and development with the UK College of Scent Detection where he has been invited to share his knowledge world-wide, lecturing in USA, Australia and Europe. He is presently engaged in writing two academic papers for enhancing scent detection within the assistance dog community and emotional learning in our dogs.
However, prior to joining the Police Service Rob was a member of the British Army, and as a veteran himself, he has now combined his dog training and academic knowledge becoming a training advisor and consultant for the UK Charity Bravehound (www.Bravehound.co.uk). Here he has pioneered an assistance dog training methodology to incorporate scent alerts for PTSD. Realising the potential of ‘Scent Alert’ for PTSD assistance dogs, where the dog will alert to the onset of a nightmare, or day time anxiety attack. Rob is coaching a Phd student who is writing her thesis supporting and researching Robs hypothesis that dogs can detect these disturbing events, giving our veterans life changing assistance from the dogs.
Finally, Rob truly understands the importance of a positive training schedule with the dogs he trains and the people he coaches. He wishes to share his love and experience of search training with you and your dog. Witnessing the enjoyment, enthusiasm and excitement the dogs get from being engaged in the natural process of ‘nose-work’ has been his guilty pleasure for the last 25 years, long may this continue!!
WEBSITE LINK: https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-4188544

Webinar - Solving Problems with Raccoons - 7/13/21 - HSUS
2021-07-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Our cities and communities provide near-perfect habitat for these wildlife generalists and while perspectives about raccoons will range from charming inhabitant to source of conflict, raccoons will remain a quintessential part of urban living. This webinar will discuss the life cycle and yearly patterns of raccoons, including mating, raising young, and seasonal foraging that will help better equip you to address and resolve the conflicts that people experience with them. Learn through video examples from the field about raccoon behaviors- like their incredible climbing skills and their ability to utilize buildings as denning opportunities -along with the other traits that have helped them not only adapt, but flourish in urban areas.
WEBSITE LINK: https://humanepro.org/trainings/solving-problems-raccoons

CASCAR Zoom Call for California Shelters - 7/13/21 - An Extra Special CASCAR! - CASCAR - UC Davis KSMP
2021-07-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
We’re looking forward to seeing you next Tuesday, July 13, for a very special CASCAR. Maybe you heard the news?
While Governor Newsom hasn’t yet signed the budget, all signs are looking like we’ll have 50M things to talk about, Tuesday, July 13th, with California shelters that want to learn more about the historic California for All Dogs and Cats journey we’re about to embark upon!!!
We want to make sure every voice is heard so please take a moment to invite a California shelter friend you don’t often see in CASCAR, and especially those you maybe haven’t seen at all.
CASCAR room link: https://sheltermedicine.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJQtdO-srDItyMz7xy-ZsncbcFa6s8kKZg

Online Conference - 7/14/21 - #OpenForGood Virtual Conference - Network for Good
2021-07-14 07:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Join us on Wednesday, July 14th for a free virtual fundraising conference. The #OpenForGood Virtual Conference is for organizations that had to close their doors, pivot their missions, expand their operations, or struggle to stay afloat.
We’re bringing together a group of leaders in the nonprofit space to dive into the learnings, takeaways, and changes nonprofits must understand to continue staying #OpenForGood. Learn everything from running virtual events and auctions, future-proofing your social media strategy, donor organization, digital communications, and more.
Register below for the conference to learn all the ways small nonprofits are (and always will be) #OpenForGood! Can’t attend? Register anyway and we’ll send you the recordings.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.networkforgood.com/resource/get-inspired-and-stay-openforgood/

Online Event - 7/14/21 - YouTube LIVE: Managing the Increase Caseload Stress - VETGirl
2021-07-14 09:00 - 09:30 | Virtual
What?! Our hospitals are busy?! Yes, they are! Thanks to the adoption of pandemic puppies and COVID kittens, all veterinary hospitals worldwide have seen a record setting increase in veterinary patient appointments and cases. All hospitals were short staffed prior to the pandemic, which has added to the stress of the increase in cases. So, how can we survive? Join us for a complimentary, 30-minute VETgirl YouTube LIVE event, where Amy Newfield, CVT, VTS (ECC) and Megan Brashear CVT, VTS (ECC) talk about how to help our hospitals and ourselves.
NOTE: To attend this YouTube LIVE session, there is no “registration.” To attend, simply go to our YouTube Page at the time of the event where the webinar will be hosted, LIVE! Clicking on the link above will allow you to also set a reminder! Subscribe to our channel here also so you never miss another video! 1 week before the presentation, the registration link will be updated with the specific YouTube page for the LIVE event!.
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, and listen to our podcasts when you have time.
*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 Program number: 20-859036/859058
This program is pending approval 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/july-14-2021-youtube-live-managing-the-increase-caseload-stress/

Zoom Meeting - 2nd Wednesdays - Safe Space for LGBTQIA+ Animal Welfare Professionals - The AAWA
2021-07-14 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement’s monthly Safe Space Group for LGBTQIA+ Zoom meeting aims to bring people together in a positive and non-judgmental environment where we can fully express our individuality, shared experiences, and perspectives.
The goal of the group is for social support and advocacy—to create a place of safety and sense of community for those in the LGBTQIA+ community, share our unique experiences, and ultimately, identify needs and challenges for LGBTQIA+ professionals in animal welfare and determine action-oriented solutions.

This Safe Space is specifically for professionals currently working in animal welfare who identify as LGBTQIA+
If you are an ally wishing to support this work, please share this meeting information with your LGBTQIA+ colleagues.

Space is limited so register today to reserve your spot for Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at 8 p.m. Eastern / 5 p.m. Pacific: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/safe-space-for-lgbtqia-animal-welfare-professionals-registration-161855533257
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/safe-space-for-lgbtqia-animal-welfare-professionals-registration-161855533257

Webinar - 7/15/21 - Moving Forward and Preparing for the Future: How Shelters Responded to COVID-19 - ASPCAPro
2021-07-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Beginning in the Summer of 2020, the ASPCA and AdoptaPet.com asked animal welfare organizations to participate in a survey on how COVID-19 affected their foster programs and community outreach. Organizations answered questions about their preparedness and what they felt would permanently change after the pandemic. This webinar will review the intriguing findings and offer a roundtable discussion with panelists from 3 organizations about how they worked through the challenges of the pandemic and what insights they will carry forward as we move into the future, including which technologies they plan to continue using.

Takeaways

Resources and ideas to thrive during any future local or large-scale crisis
Practical tips for disaster preparedness
Policies and protocols implemented during COVID-19 that make sense to continue post-pandemic

Suited For

Shelter staff and volunteers.

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/moving-forward-and-preparing-future-how-shelters-responded-covid-19

Webinar - 7/15/21 - Heatstroke - VETGirl (fee applies)
2021-07-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
In this VETgirl veterinary technician webinar, Amy Newfield, CVT, VTS (ECC) reviews heatstroke in dogs. Tune in to learn the pathophysiology of heatstroke, initial emergency treatment, the intensive nursing care involved, and the potential complications that can be seen with heatstroke.
Want to learn more? Check out our other veterinary technician webinars HERE.
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 has been 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/july-15-2021-heatstroke/

Webinar - 7/15/21 - Understanding Declaw Trauma: A Pain, Biomechanical, and Bioethical Perspective - Fear Free
2021-07-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
While pain management is a vital part of Fear Free, it is even more important for cats who have been declawed. Join us and Robin Downing, DVM, MS, DAAPM, DACVSMR, CVPP, CCRP, founder of The Downing Center for Animal Pain Management, to learn about the trauma of feline toe amputation from the pain, biomechanical, and bioethical perspectives. Don’t miss this session that will energize your commitment to “Just Say No”!
WEBSITE LINK: https://fearfreepets.com/resources/webinars/
