Shelter Learniverse and Industry-Wide Calendar

Suzanne Clothier Presents (fee applies): This webinar focuses on the poorly understood behaviors that we label as “resource guarding.” This topic deserves a clear eyed look at these behaviors, what may be motivating them, how these fit within the context of natural dog behavior, and how to approach working with these behaviors with a more nuanced understanding. I see important differences between resource guarding and rule setting, an important distinction.

CalAnimals Presents: Interested in learning about the legalities of intake in California animal shelters? Then join us as lead attorneys from the San Francisco SPCA’s Shelter PALS program, Brandy Kuentzel and Bruce Wagman, discuss California’s legal framework and a shelter’s legal requirements for dog and cat intake in the state. This 1-hour webinar will help shelter leaders more confidently communicate to diverse constituents about their shelter operations and explore creative ways to optimize welfare and lifesaving in their own communities.

Fear Free Presents: In this presentation, Valarie Tynes, DVM , DACVB, DACAW will provide multiple suggestions for helping the system run more smoothly without sacrificing the emotional health of our patients. The result will be an appointment that runs more efficiently because the patient is more relaxed and a happier, more satisfied client because they see their pet having a less distressing experience at the veterinary clinic.

VETGirl Presents: Join us for a complimentary 1-hour, online VETgirl–Zoetis CE webinar, where Dr. Elizabeth Colleran, DABVP reviews how to manage feline osteoarthritis (OA). Left untreated, feline OA can impact the quality of life in our feline patients, as is it often under-recognized and undertreated.

Pet Professional Guild Presents (fee applies): While systematic desensitization continues to be the gold standard training method for dogs who are afraid to be alone, a down-stay DRI is highly effective for dogs who are frustrated and can even be helpful for the fearful pups as well. Join us to brush up on your desensitization training skills as well as learn how to use a DRI down-stay to help more families gain the ability to leave their homes without worrying about their dog.

The Bridge Club Presents: Mast cell tumors (MCT) in dogs are very common, accounting for approximately 20% of all skin tumors. In this conversation, we dive deep into tumors, specifically mast cells and will be joined by Dr. Sue Ettinger, Dr. Pam Jones, and Dr. Justine Campbell. This conversation is supported by Virbac.

NACA/Justice Clearinghouse Presents: Animals seized in the course of cruelty cases have unique needs, which can pose challenges involving evidence preservation, unanticipated drains on law enforcement resources, and harm to the animals themselves. Join Animal Legal Defense Fund Senior Staff Attorney David B. Rosengard to discuss how various versions of state pre-conviction forfeiture statutes offer ways to overcome these hurdles, providing better outcomes for all involved.

Missouri Coalition of Animal Care Organizations Presents: In this session, Urgent Dog Case Manager Rachel Jones will share why you should be transparent and open to challenging discussions, the processes that she has created to support urgent dogs, and what you can be doing now to begin saving more lives.

VIN/AAFP Presents (for VIN members): A discussion of handling challenging cats with new and simple techniques, presented by Ilona Rodan, DVM, DAVBP