Webinar – 9/11/25 – Data Basics – From Intake to Insight: Buiding a Smarter Strategy with Data – HASS
VirtualHASS Presents: Join us for a webinar featuring Dr. Josh Fisher, Director, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control.
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Webinar – 9/11/25 – Maddie’s Insights – Gatekeeping Pet Ownership: The Impacts of Adoption Discrimination – Maddie’s Fund
VirtualMaddie’s Fund Presents: The animal welfare field has been discussing low-barrier adoption processes as a best practice for more than a decade, yet recent research by Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity has found that BIPOC families are still more likely than white families to be denied during the adoption process. The findings highlight the critical need to move discussions from “low-barrier adoptions” to “making pet ownership accessible to all.” Attendees will learn about the prevalence and impact of shelter/rescue adoption discrimination in four U.S. cities and solutions for increasing access to pet ownership for BIPOC families.
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Online Course – Application deadline 9/13/25 – Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program Fall 2025 Session – UC Davis KSMP Shelter Learniverse
VirtualThe UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Shelter Learniverse Presents: Join frontline teams nationwide and gain a professional title that represents your knowledge, compassion, and commitment to animal health and well-being. Our Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program is free for now, #ThanksToMaddie! Apply by September 13 to be considered for the Fall 2025 session that starts October 13.
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Online Event – 9/13/25 – Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
VirtualCommunity Cats Podcast Presents (small fee applies): Are you ready to be part of the solution for feral and stray cats in your neighborhood? Our expert instructors will teach you best practices for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and colony management. Learn what TNR is and why it works.
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Online Certificate Program – Starts 9/15/25 – Community Cats Program Management – Humane Network/UoP (fee applies)
VirtualUniversity of the Pacific Presents (fee applies): Aimed at animal welfare professionals, veterinary students, animal control officers, nonprofit leaders, and community advocates, this course combines theory with practical applications to cover all aspects of community cat welfare.
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FeaturedWebinar – 9/15/25 – Effective, Efficient, Economical: How to Step Up Your Sanitation Game – UC Davis KSMP
VirtualUC Davis KSMP Presents: Strong sanitation is the backbone of healthy shelters—it protects animals, safeguards staff, and saves lives. At this conversation with Cynthia Karsten, DVM, of the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program, you’ll hear the story behind Sheltr-Partners.org, how free membership works, and the benefits shelters are already seeing. You’ll also get an inside look at the newest, most economical hydrogen peroxide-based disinfectant. Join us to discover innovative sanitation tools that are helping organizations save major time and money, and plug in your own numbers to see what resource savings are possible for your team.
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Webinar – 9/16/25 – Doors Wide Open: Strategies to expand access to care that work – How Field Officers are Addressing Pet Transport Barriers Directly in the Community – Maddie’s Fund
VirtualMaddie’s Fund Presents: Join us for a dynamic 30 minute webinar in the ODVC + NACA Partnership Series, spotlighting innovative, community-based solutions led by Field Officers. This interactive session features two organizations sharing how they have integrated pet rides into field services to reduce barriers and increase access to care. Learn how this proactive, compassionate approach is helping families stay together the real-life impact of offering transport solutions.
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Virtual Conference – 9/16/25 to 9/18/25 – 2025 G2Z Summit – Equity in Access: Inclusive Solutions for Companion Animal Challenges – Getting 2 Zero (fee applies)
VirtualGetting 2 Zero Presents (fee applies): Whatever role you play in the companion animal management and welfare puzzle, you need to attend the 10th National G2Z Summit. Experts from all facets of companion animal management and welfare, from Australia and beyond, will join together to learn about the latest programs, share best practices, gain inspiration, and build lasting connections.
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Online Training – 9/17/25 – Surrender Prevention Certification Workshop Presented by Dr. Rachel Geller – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
VirtualCommunity Cats Podcast Presents (small fee applies): Are you deeply committed to ensuring that cats remain in their cherished homes? Step into the role of a certified Surrender Prevention Specialist and become a catalyst for positive change in the lives of our feline friends.
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Webinar – 9/17/25 – Veterinarians Are the Heart: Your Role in Addressing Animal Cruelty in Your Community – HumaneVMA
VirtualHumaneVMA Presents: This webinar session will equip veterinary professionals with the knowledge and tools to recognize, document, and respond to signs of animal cruelty. Led by experts in veterinary forensics, animal welfare, and legal advocacy, the presentation explores the vital link between animal abuse and human violence and how veterinarians can play a pivotal role in protecting both animals and people. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.
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Training – 9/19/25 to 9/21/25 – G2Z2025 Feline HQHVSN Workshop – Getting 2 Zero (fee applies)
Brisbane Brisbane, Queensland, AustraliaGetting 2 Zero Presents (fee applies): Created specifically to fill a gap for veterinary professionals, the G2Z2025 Feline HQHVSN Workshop is the only event of its kind in Australia. The goal is to have 100 participants that are made up of 50 veterinarians and 50 nurses/techs/practice manager. We are aiming for a ‘team’ (or more) from each workplace so that there is more than one person taking the knowledge and skills back to the workplace
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Online Training – 9/20/25 – Return-to-Field: Saving the Lives of Community Cats – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
VirtualCommunity Cats Podcast Presents (small fee applies): In recent years, more and more shelters have adopted Return-to-Field (RTF) programs. We’ll cover the policies behind RTF, the mechanics of implementing the program, current controversies over the RTF of friendly cats, and how to combine RTF with TNR in general to lower cat populations and create sustainability.
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Webinar – 9/23/25 – Who You Gonna Call? Finding and Utilizing Experts in Animal Cruelty Investigations – NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
VirtualNACA/Justice Clearinghouse Presents: This webinar will introduce you to types of experts and where to find them, offer tips for building strong relationships with these partners, and provide examples of cases where the participation of an expert-led to positive outcomes. This webinar is a great opportunity to start thinking about how your effectiveness and impact can be magnified whether you are a one-person agency or part of a large organization.
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Webinar – 9/23/25 – Vaccination Protocols: Tailoring Protection for Every Patient – Maddie’s Fund
VirtualMaddie’s Fund Presents: Still have questions about the new vaccination guidelines established in 2024? Need an update on the recommendations for neo-natals in your program? This presentation explores the essential role of vaccination to protect vulnerable populations, prevent outbreaks, and improve overall animal welfare. Designed for veterinary medical staff as well as shelter staff interested in improving their understanding of vaccination, this session will cover best practices for vaccine selection and scheduling, as well along with the latest recommendations for vaccination of neonates in high-risk environments.
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Webinar – 9/25/25 – From Kennels to Clicks: What Marketing Strategies Actually Drive Adoptions – Best Friends
VirtualBest Friends Presents: Want more adoptions? The data is in — and your marketing strategy might be the key. Join us on September 25 at 4pm ET as we reveal the results of a recent animal welfare marketing survey that shows what really works when it comes to increasing pet adoptions.
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Hybrid Conference – 9/26/25 to 9/28/25 – Aggression in Dogs Conference – Puppyworks (fee applies)
VirtualPuppyworks Presents (fee applies): Join the world’s foremost experts on aggression in dogs! Attend online or in-person and exchange ideas with a community of your peers.
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FeaturedWebinar – 9/30/25 – Before Four Weeks: Updated Vaccination Recommendations for Neonatal Puppies and Kittens – UC Davis KSMP
VirtualUC Davis KSMP Presents: We know that the single best way to protect neonatal and juvenile animals from infectious disease is to care for them in an environment where exposure to disease is low, but those environments can be hard to find! In this webinar, we’ll explore updated recommendations for early vaccination of neonatal and juvenile puppies and kittens in environments that present meaningful risk. We’ll cover the science, the supporting literature, and most importantly, how to apply these new guidelines in a shelter setting.
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Webinar – 9/30/25 – Beyond the Page: Meet the Authors Shaping DEI in Veterinary Medicine – Bridging Gaps in Veterinary Care: Equity, Access, and Innovation – MCVMA
VirtualMCVMA Presents: Join us for a groundbreaking webinar series that brings to life the voices behind Elsevier’s Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice – Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine, Parts 1 & 2 – the first comprehensive, open-access DEI publications in veterinary medicine. On 9/30, we’ll discuss Dr. Michael Blackwell’s chapter, “Bridging Gaps in Veterinary Care: Equity, Access, and Innovation.”
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Webinar – 9/24/25 and 10/1/25 – Lifesaving Labs: Managed Intake – Best Friends
VirtualBest Friends Presents: Supercharge your shelter’s lifesaving with Best Friends’ Lifesaving Labs, a virtual series spotlighting five impactful topics designed to help increase your organization’s save rate. Each session features proven programs, engaging workshops, and dynamic discussion panels to spark ideas, share strategies, and support your lifesaving goals. Catch up on-demand or join upcoming live sessions on Wednesdays at 2pm ET!
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Hybrid Conference – 10/4/25 – Spectrum of Care Symposium: Incorporating Accessible Strategies into Your Daily Practice – UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine (fee applies)
VirtualUC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine Presents (fee applies):
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