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Hybrid Conference – 6/4/24 to 6/5/24 – 2024 Veterinary Behavior Symposium – ACVB (fee applies)
2024-06-04 06:00 - 15:00, 2024-06-05 06:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Please join ACVB for our two-day Veterinary Behavior Symposium June 4–5, 2024 at the Nicollet Island Pavilion in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Register now and join us for one or both days!
The Veterinary Behavior Symposium provides a forum for sharing cutting-edge, original research in the field of animal behavior. The program will be held in-person in Minneapolis and be available virtually (live-streamed) as well. The presentations will be made available after the event for all registrants for those who wish to view again or return to it.
DAY 1: VBS Scientific Paper Session
Tuesday, June 4, 2024 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
The VBS Scientific Paper Session provides a community for sharing cutting-edge, original research in the field of animal behavior. Join us in person to connect with other professionals or attend virtually via live stream. The presentations will be made available after the event for all registrants who wish to view the presentations after the meeting.
DAY 2: New! VBS Practical Behavior Forum
Wednesday, June 5, 2024 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
The VBS Practical Behavior Forum is the ACVB’s exciting new offering especially for veterinarians in primary care. Join ACVB Diplomates for concise and informative talks on topics that you address every day. This is the first ever ACVB sponsored conference to offer effective tips and takeaways to help you practice behavioral medicine in ‘the real world’. Attend virtually or in person.
The Practical Behavior Forum is eligible for 6.5 continuing education credits from Karen Pryor Academy and 6.5 continuing education credits from Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.dacvb.org/page/2024VBSandForum

Online Event - 6/4/24 - All Call - Community outreach 101: Creating a support services program using the Pets for Life approach - California for All Animals
2024-06-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Do you want to start or grow a more effective pet owner support program? At the June 4 All Call, Rafael Castellanos (Pets for Life Coordinator, Ventura County Animal Services) and Ashley Anderson-Mutch (Senior Program Manager, Enforcement and Policy Reform, Pets for Life at Humane Society of the United States) will discuss strategies for establishing or expanding a strategic, sustainable community-based outreach program, whether rural, urban, or somewhere in between.
They’ll share best practices for identifying an area of focus, developing partnerships, creating a budget, conducting door-to-door outreach, collecting data and utilizing strong communications. After this call, you’ll be ready to build community relationships and share your efforts with donors and supporters.
The All Call is a twice-monthly, California community call for animal well-being professionals that occurs on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday. The one-hour call is a dedicated space to share and learn from each other. Popular topics include initiatives that create a more inclusive culture for both staff and community, programs that keep pets with their people, industry trends, research studies, as well as the hard stuff, like what’s not working or what is particularly difficult during times of scarcity. The call is a mix of presentations, storytelling, open discussion, and Q&A time.
The All Call is hosted by California for All co-leaders Allison Cardona and Nadia Oseguera and is enriched by rotating facilitators. You only need to register one time. Calls are sometimes recorded; recap emails with supplemental resources are sent post-call.
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/all-call

Webinar - 6/5/24 - APCC: Fun in the Sun: Summer Toxicities in Dogs and Cats - ASPCAPro
2024-06-05 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Join Dr. Groszkowski, consulting veterinarian in Clinical Toxicology at the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, to explore potential toxicities in dogs and cats that are more commonly managed at small animal practices during the summer months. Learn about a variety of toxicities and their mechanisms of action, clinical signs, diagnostic tests, and treatments.
In order to register for the webinar, you will need to log in to ASPCA Learn, our new learning management system. Create an account now and register for the webinar. If you’re having trouble accessing your account, browse the ASPCA Learn FAQ for troubleshooting tips or email learn@aspca.org for technical support.
Takeaways

Veterinary professionals will learn which toxicities are more commonly managed during the summer months in dogs and cats.
We will discuss a variety of toxicities with mechanisms of action, clinical signs, diagnostic testing, and treatment.
Audience members will be led through a summer’s day where potential toxin exposures can be seen in different situations that are more likely to occur due to changes in their environment when the temperatures are warmer.

Suited For
This session is suited for veterinarians but all are welcome.
Credits
This webinar is pending AAVSB approval
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/apcc-fun-sun-summer-toxicities-dogs-and-cats

Online Course – 6/5/24 – Return to Home Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
2024-06-05 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Community Cats Podcast, in partnership with Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA) is set to empower animal shelters and enthusiasts to change the narrative surrounding stray cats. This workshop aims to revolutionize the way we approach and care for stray felines and provide practical, real-world solutions to address the issue of lost cats and reconnect them with their families.
Date & Time: The workshop will begin on June 5, 2024 at 1:00 PM Eastern Time and will run for 1.5 hours. Registration is $10 and includes access to the recorded session, handouts, and certificate, as well as access to a Facebook discussion group. All attendees will receive a certificate after taking a short quiz.
For more information and to sign up go here.
Scholarships are available! #ThanksToMaddie, we are pleased to offer complimentary access to the March session. Anyone interested in receiving a complimentary registration should fill out the form here.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/return-to-home-certification-workshop-june-2024/

Webinar – 6/05/24 – Mitigating Risk in Animal Shelters and Rescues – The AAWA
2024-06-05 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
NEW DATE: Wednesday, June 5, 3-4 pm ET
From dog bites to animal transportation and medical care to worker’s comp, animal shelters and rescues have unique liability risks, related to both animals and people.
David Denniston, Director of Risk Management for McNeil & Co, Inc., has experience working with animal welfare organizations to mitigate their risk. David will explain how your organization can lessen the risk of costly and stressful liability and legal problems. He will provide sample language and policies you can use right away. This session will also explore practical strategies for inspiring a deep and lasting commitment to safety and mission-protection in your nonprofit.
WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/3-27-24

Webinar - 6/6/24 - California Rabies Awareness Challenge - CalAnimals
2024-06-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Rabies control activities are an important function of California shelters and animal control agencies. Why are rabies vaccines important? What does rabies look like in domestic animals and how risky is this to humans? Rabies vaccine is the ONLY vaccine among the various biologics administered to companion animals in California that is regulated under State law, and it is the responsibility of every licensed veterinarian to practice within the context of law when managing patients with respect to rabies and rabies vaccination. This scenario-based presentation has been developed to challenge participants on California regulatory/statutory issues pertaining to rabies.
The audience will be tasked to provide the correct (legal) responses to a variety of situations encountered in practice relating to rabies: eg, what does “currently vaccinated” (in law) actually mean? What are the consequences for the patient, and the owner, following rabies exposure if the patient is “currently vaccinated” vs NOT “currently vaccinated?” Who has rabies vaccination exemption authority? How do we vaccinate hybrid species? What is Prospective Serological Monitoring? When is it recommended that we vaccinate our staff?
Speaker: Richard Ford, DVM, MS, DACVIM, DACVPM
Moderated by: Amy Auch, DVM, CCFP
A huge thanks to Boehringer-Ingelheim for sponsoring this webinar!
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9aHomdAzStGuLy-sD9KM9w#/

Online Event - First Thursdays - Maddie's Monthly Foster Connection: Web Portal for Foster Resources - Maddie's Fund
2024-06-06 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Session Topic: LHS’s new web portal for foster resources, Hillsborough Pet Resource Center’s foster volunteer committee
Guest Speakers:

Chris Luther, Community Pet Manager, Lynchburg Humane Society
August Hutchins, Rescue/Foster Coordinator, Hillsborough Pet Resource Center

Chris will walk us through LHS’s new web portal for foster caregivers, which puts resources and important information at fosters’ fingertips; August will tell us about Hillsborough’s foster volunteer committee, a group created with the goals of including fosters in foster recruitment, event planning, and foster engagement.
About Maddie’s Monthly Foster Connection:
Join us on the first Thursday of every month to discuss successful foster innovations and programs, collaborate with others in the field, answer questions and talk through complex foster-related issues.
Who should join: Foster managers, coordinators, volunteers and any staff who are interested in learning about what’s working in foster programs.
You only need to register once for all meetings: https://maddies.fund/MonthlyFosterRegistration
Can’t attend live? Register anyway and you will get a link to the recording within a day or two after each meeting.
All recordings and resources shared during the webcast will also be available in the Maddie’s Monthly Foster Connection group on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://maddies.fund/monthlyfosterconnectionMPF
Maddie’s Fund does not share registration information.
The opinions expressed by webinar presenters are their own and do not necessarily represent those of Maddie’s Fund.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MonthlyFosterRegistration

Webinar - 6/6/24 - When Feelings Get in the Way - FDSA (fee applies)
2024-06-06 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Presenter: Amy Cook, PhD
You’ve probably heard me say “when you teach your dog what to do, you teach her how to feel,” but have you thought about all the ways that may be impacting your training? Emotions and behaviors go hand in hand, and you do not get the luxury of prioritizing one over the other. It’s in your best interest to align your emotional goals with your behavioral ones!
Experiences like frustration, confusion, agitation, desperation, insecurity, uncertainty, suspicion and more (and the underlying emotions informing those) all get in the way of your dog’s learning and performance, and also affect the bigger picture of what it’s like to work with you and learn things in general! One thing we really want in our dogs is a love of working with us, full attention, and for them to know they’re safe so they can give their all!
In this presentation I’ll go over the ways we can contribute to unwanted states in our dogs, what that might look like, and how you can minimize negative states and emphasize positive, supportive ones! Let’s keep our dogs in the happy bucket!
** This Webinar was previously included in the Dogs with Big Feelings One Day Conference (July 2022). Please check your Library to prevent a duplicate purchase. **
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Online Conference – 6/8/24 to 6/9/24 – Online Kitten Conference – CCP and National Kitten Coalition (fee applies)
2024-06-08 07:00 - 14:00, 2024-06-09 07:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The Community Cats Podcast, in collaboration with The National Kitten Coalition, is thrilled to announce the upcoming Online Kitten Conference scheduled for June 8-9, 2024.
This virtual event will feature an array of insightful sessions covering critical topics such as neonatal kitten care, enrichment strategies, and socialization techniques. Participants engaged in shelter or rescue work will find sessions on foster recruitment and development, sanitation best practices in shelter environments, and innovative fundraising strategies specifically tailored to benefit kittens, particularly valuable.
Speakers are experienced and well-respected members of the animal welfare community, and are eager to share their knowledge and passion for kittens with the online audience. Speakers currently include:

Alejandra Lablé, DVM, MSc, PhD ©, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Becca Boronat, DVM, Veterinarian, National Shelter Medicine, Best Friends Animal Society
Caroline Grace, Founder/Director, Baby Kitten Rescue
Ilaria Venturin, Feline Behaviorist and Kitten Care Coach, Lary e il mondo dei Gattini – Adas Onlus
Kristi Brooks, Director of Operations, Cat Adoption Team

…and many more! More information on all the great sessions and speakers in store can be found on the conference website here.
The event will also include engaging rounds of cat trivia, with the opportunity to win prizes, including a cage donated by CDE Animal Cages, to facilitate fostering multiple litters of kittens in one safe and convenient location. For more information about CDE Animal Cades and their high-quality enclosures, visit cdecages.com.
Registration is $75 and includes access to the live event and recordings after the live event has passed. available here. Anyone interested in attending this incredible online event should register here.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/2024-online-kitten-conference/

Webinar - 6/9/24 - The Cats Out of the Bag! What You Need to Know About Feline Dentistry - VetGirl
2024-06-09 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
In this complimentary, 1-hour VETgirl–Elanco webinar, Dr. Jessica Johnson, DAVDC will use case examples to discuss common oral pathologies in cats. Tune in as she reviews tooth resorption, periodontal disease, and buccal bone expansion, as well as the recommended treatments, which include multimodal pain control for your feline patients!
Thanks to sponsorship from Elanco, the recording of this webinar will be available to view free and On-Demand until September 9, 2024.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/june-9-2024-the-cats-out-of-the-bag-what-you-need-to-know-about-feline-dentistry/

Online Meeting - 6/10/24 - Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie: Navigating Opposing Visions and Goals Between Veterinarians and Leadership in Shelters - Maddie's Fund
2024-06-10 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Call Topic: Navigating Opposing Visions and Goals Between Veterinarians and Leadership in Shelters
Differing goals between veterinarians and shelter leadership can be challenging and result in inefficiencies and conflicts. With significant experience coaching veterinarians and shelter leaders, Dr. Robertson will outline communication, explain operational and cultural challenges, and share strategies for breaking down barriers and gaining synergy.
Guest Speaker:
Dr. @Jyothi Robertson, DVM, JVR Shelter Strategies
Maddie’s Fund hosts a weekly 50-minute Zoom call for animal well-being professionals. These calls are a collaborative space to share exciting new programs and research, discuss uncomfortable topics, connect with peers in the industry, and more, all while sharing a common goal of preserving the human-animal bond.
Who Should Join?
Executive directors, animal well-being leaders, shelter workers, pet support professionals, volunteers, rescue organizations and anyone who shares the common goal of preserving the human-animal bond.
Win Ca$h for Attending!
Each month, Maddie’s Fund will be giving away up to $10,000 in grants. You can enter to win each time you attend a call or watch on-demand during the month by completing the giveaway drawing entry forms shared in the chat during the calls.
Register Today
Join us each Monday at 11am PT/2pm ET to receive support and learn about innovative ideas other organizations across the country are seeing success with. If you registered prior to May 2024 or are new to these meetings, please use this link to register:
https://maddies.fund/CommunityConvoRegistration2024
All calls are recorded and uploaded to the Community Conversations page on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations
Please note: All views expressed on these calls are not necessarily endorsed by Maddie’s Fund.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/CommunityConvo2024Registration

Online Conference – 6/13/24 – The Solutions Summit – The AAWA (fee applies for non-members)
2024-06-13 07:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
This online event will inspire you to continue thinking outside the proverbial “box” — and, indeed, to think outside your shelter walls — to address our most pressing challenges. In four power-packed sessions, your colleagues will be digging into telehealth, inclusivity, employee retention, and the new generation of leaders.
Free for members of The Association.
WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/solutions-summit

Training - 6/15/24 - IN PERSON Lecture Series: Compassionate Care: Integrating Fear Free Practices and Behavioral Wellness in Veterinary Medicine - San Diego Humane Society (fee applies)
2024-06-15 09:30 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | San Diego Humane Society, 5500 Gaines St, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Join Tabitha Kucera from Chirrups and Chatter in this three-part fear free and low stress handling lecture series recommended for veterinary professionals!
Tabitha is an Elite Fear Free and Low-Stress Handling Certified Registered Veterinary Technician, VTS (Behavior), Certified Cat Behavior Consultant, and Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner.
Part 1: Behavior is Medicine: Integrating Behavioral Guidance in Wellness Appointments
60 minutes
Explore effective strategies for initiating conversations about behavior, responding to client concerns, and providing practical guidance to manage and prevent behavioral issues.
Part 2: Changing Perspective, Fear Free: A Kind Approach
90 minutes
Learn about the concept of Fear Free and understanding the emotions of fear, anxiety, and stress in our beloved cat and dog patients. Discover practical tools and approaches, including a considerate approach, gentle control, and a touch gradient, that significantly reduce fear, anxiety, and stress in our patients.
Part 3: Decoding Feline Fury: Understanding and Managing Cat Aggression
60 minutes
Identify potential causes of aggression in cats and learn practical tips for managing aggression.

This workshop takes place in person at San Diego Humane Society’s San Diego Campus and has a $75 program fee.
WEBSITE LINK: https://secure.sdhumane.org/site/Calendar/175881528?view=Detail&id=139627

Webinar - 6/15/24 - Talks with Dogs: How Our Body Language Affects Our Communication with Dogs with Suzanne Clothier - PPG (fee applies)
2024-06-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The more details we have the easier it is to list and market the event*: Books and videos help us understand canine body language what this or that means, but where is the focus on handler body language? Handler behavior is as complex and as nuanced as canine body language. When the handler is sending mixed, inconsistent or contrary messages, the dog can end up confused or frustrated. Greater awareness of how these elements can and do affect the dog can improve training and relationships, and help avoid accidentally contributing to a dog’s anxiety, fear, reactivity or just flat out exasperation with humans. Dogs would really appreciate it if humans could learn to mean what they say, and know what they are really saying, and communicate clearly with intent and awareness. Suzanne provides video, examples, details and practical tips for helping handlers make adjustments. Whether you’re a pro who needs new ways to help clients be their best, or a dog loving human who wants to communicate more clearly while removing common roadblocks to understanding, this webinar is for you!
Learning Objectives
Attendees will learn to observe these elements of handler body language, and be able to recognize them in themselves and others, plus practical tips for helping handlers make adjustments for clearer, consistent communication:
• Meta-messaging
• Balance
• Postures & gestures
• Orientation
• Breathing & blink rate
• Expression & voice
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars/talks-with-dogs-how-our-body-language-affects-our-communication-with-dogs-with-suzanne-clothier/

Online Event - 1st Tuesdays - All Call - California for All Animals
2024-06-16 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The All Call is a twice-monthly, California community call for animal well-being professionals. The one-hour call is a dedicated space to share and learn from each other. Popular topics include initiatives that create a more inclusive culture for both staff and community, programs that keep pets with their people, industry trends, research studies, as well as the hard stuff, like what’s not working or what is particularly difficult during times of scarcity. The call is a mix of presentations, storytelling, open discussion, and Q&A time.
The All Call is hosted by the California for All Animals team, Nadia Oseguera-Ramón, Ivy Ruiz, and Allison Cardona. You only need to register one time. Calls are sometimes recorded; recap emails with supplemental resources are sent post-call. Find past call resources and recordings, including the recent Multicultural Engagement Community of Practice series, at the Cal for All Animals website.
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/all-call

Online Meeting - 6/17/24 - Weekly Community Conversations: Healing Justice for Trauma Experienced in the Workplace - Maddie's Fund
2024-06-17 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Maddie’s Fund hosts a weekly 50-minute Zoom call for animal well-being professionals. These calls are a collaborative space to share exciting new programs and research, discuss uncomfortable topics, connect with peers in the industry, and more, all while sharing a common goal of preserving the human-animal bond.
June 17 Topic: Healing Justice for Trauma Experienced in the Workplace
If you have ever struggled with work-life balance and the impact of work stressors or you are in a position to create organizational changes, this is the session for you! Hear from two BIPOC women who have worked in high volume shelters/clinics about the impact of burnout and how they have healed. The workshop will focus on the importance of centering healing justice, a collective healing framework, that will ultimately benefit individuals, teams and organizations as a whole. We will define the types of burnout one might experience and provide examples, specifically those that we experienced and overcame throughout our careers in animal welfare. We will go over strategies we found useful to prevent burnout as individuals, and we’ll share recommendations for using a healing justice framework in which teams can support each other and work together to prevent and address burnout. Additionally, we provide recommendations to promote wellbeing and support healing amongst teams that helped us in our journey. Understanding the signs and causes of burnout, as well as working together to prevent it and overcome it, is incredibly important in ensuring a balance in our lives to be able to show up to work in a way that is thoughtful and intentional.
Guest Speakers:

@Nadia Oseguera, CA State Program Manager at UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program
@Ivy Ruiz, Outreach Specialist at UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program

Who Should Join?
Executive directors, animal well-being leaders, shelter workers, pet support professionals, volunteers, rescue organizations and anyone who shares the common goal of preserving the human-animal bond.
Win Ca$h for Attending!
Each month, Maddie’s Fund will be giving away up to $10,000 in grants. You can enter to win each time you attend a call or watch on-demand during the month by completing the giveaway drawing entry forms shared in the chat during the calls.
Register Today
Join us each Monday at 11am PT/2pm ET to receive support and learn about innovative ideas other organizations across the country are seeing success with. If you registered prior to May 2024 or are new to these meetings, please use this link to register:
https://maddies.fund/CommunityConvoRegistration2024
All calls are recorded and uploaded to the Community Conversations page on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations
Please note: All views expressed on these calls are not necessarily endorsed by Maddie’s Fund.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/CommunityConvo2024Registration

Online Event - 6/18/24 - All Call: Building a Successful Dog Day Trip Program - California for All Animals
2024-06-18 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The All Call is a twice-monthly, California community call for animal well-being professionals that occurs on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday. The one-hour call is a dedicated space to share and learn from each other. Popular topics include initiatives that create a more inclusive culture for both staff and community, programs that keep pets with their people, industry trends, research studies, as well as the hard stuff, like what’s not working or what is particularly difficult during times of scarcity. The call is a mix of presentations, storytelling, open discussion, and Q&A time.
Join us on June 18 as Sarah Aguilar shares the success of Santa Barbara County Animal Services’ Dog Day Trip program, which has significantly boosted dog adoption rates and volunteer engagement. Sarah will share practical steps for replicating the initiative, emphasizing community collaboration, effective marketing, and streamlined coordination, and talk about what they learned along the way to over 300 day trips a month.
About the presenter
Following a life altering accident in 2011, Sarah Aguilar has dedicated her life to improving the lives of pets in every community she has been in. As a team member for nonprofits and municipal agencies, Sarah has done it all from building a multi-state foster network for a small breed specific rescue to leading agencies with over 15,000 annual intakes. Sarah has held leadership roles at some familiar agencies such as Austin Pets Alive, Greater Good Charities and Pima Animal Care, and is currently the Director at Santa Barbara County Animal Services.
The All Call is hosted by California for All co-leaders Allison Cardona and Nadia Oseguera and is enriched by rotating facilitators. You only need to register one time. Calls are sometimes recorded; recap emails with supplemental resources are sent post-call.
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/all-call

Webinar - 6/18/24 - The Roundtable: Setting Boundaries & Combating Burnout - The AAWA
2024-06-18 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Caring for animals and helping the people who support them can feel daunting. Add in a staffing shortage and you’re officially overwhelmed. How do you prioritize when you don’t have enough help or time? When should you take a break or push forward? How do you say ‘no’ to the next task so you can say ‘yes’ to your well-being?
Learn how panelists across different animal welfare sectors manage wellness and boundaries when staff and morale are constantly shifting. This roundtable is ideal for staff interested in adding coping strategies to their wellness toolkit.
The Roundtable Panel:

Allison Cardona, California State Director, Koret Shelter Medicine Program
Jessica Umunnabuike, Senior Talent & Diversity Specialist, San Diego Humane Society
Kristen Williams Community Events & Outreach Manager, Forsyth Humane Society

Moderated by:

Jasmin Robinson, Director of DEI Initiatives, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement

This roundtable has been approved for 1 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit.
WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/RT-6-18-24

Webinar - 6/18/24 - Navigating the Employment Landscape: Understanding Agreements, Bonuses, and Corporate Contracts for Employee Success - VETGirl (fee applies)
2024-06-18 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Contract clarity? Yes, please!
In this 1.5-hour, VETgirl practice management webinar, Charlotte A. Lacroix, DVM, JD demystifies the intricate landscape of employment agreements, retention bonuses, non-competes, and corporate contracts. Whether you’re an employee seeking clarity or an employer aiming to enhance your workforce management practices, this webinar promises valuable insights into optimizing the employee experience within the realm of contractual obligations.
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WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/june-18-2024-navigating-the-employment-landscape-understanding-agreements-bonuses-and-corporate-contracts-for-employee-success/

Online Training - 6/19/24 - Surrender Prevention Certification Workshop Presented by Dr. Rachel Geller - Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
2024-06-19 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Community Cats Podcast is teaming up with renowned cat behaviorist Dr. Rachel Gellar to present a certification workshop designed to keep more cats and families together.
The Surrender Prevention Certification Workshop will be held on Wednesday, June 19 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM ET.
Registration is $10. Folks interested in attending the session can learn more here and register here.
The workshop aims to help anyone on the front lines of animal shelters or rescues, who routinely work with families thinking about giving their cat or kitten over to the shelter for reasons related to feline behavior. This session will offer more information about surrender prevention, what it is and why it works, and some common interventions.
Instructed by Dr. Rachel Geller, she will share real examples, with proven results, setting the potential surrenderer and cat on the road to a happy relationship together and keeping the cat in her home. Attendees will receive a certificate after completing a short quiz.
But that’s not all! Everyone who registers will also receive access to four (4) mini-courses, perfect for anyone looking to keep more cats in homes, regardless of experience level! Mini-courses will cover common behavior topics, such as:

Litter box issues
Scratching concerns
Introducing your new cat to your home
Introducing your new cat to your resident cat

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/surrender-prevention-certification-workshop-june-2024/

Webinar - 6/20/24 - Northern Tier Shelter Initiative Zoomies: Putting the ASV Guidelines into Action - ASPCAPro
2024-06-20 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The Association of Shelter Veterinarians’ Guidelines for Standards of Care in Animal Shelters is a guide for animal shelters to provide care in a way that creates positive experiences while also mitigating negative ones. You know the “what” and the “why,” so now come learn about the “how.” Join us as we highlight sections of the guidelines and discuss actionable items you can take to implement the guidelines in your shelter. This session is part of a series to view part 1, The Updated ASV Guidelines: Practical Guidance for Animal Welfare Organizations, click here.

To register for this webinar, you will need to log in to ASPCA Learn, our new learning management system. Create an account now and register for the webinar. If you’re having trouble accessing your account, browse the ASPCA Learn FAQ for troubleshooting tips or email learn@aspca.org for technical support.

Takeaways

Learn more about specific sections, including population management, facilities, and behavior.
Discover customizable strategies to elevate welfare with multiple options based on your shelter’s unique challenges.
Learn about resources available to assist in accomplishing goals related to the Guidelines.

Presenter: Lauren Overman, DVM, Senior Director, Shelter Medicine Services, ASPCA
Suited For
Animal welfare leaders, staff, and volunteers working in, or with, animal shelters, rescues, or clinics within the Northern Tier (Alaska, Idaho, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, Washington, and Wisconsin), but all are welcome.

Credits

The ASPCA is an approved provider of content, which enhances professional competence and aligns with the 5 domains of the CAWA Exam specifications.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/northern-tier-shelter-initiative-zoomies-putting-asv-guidelines-action

Webinar - 6/20/24 - Intro To Behavior Medications: What Are They, And How Can They Help? - FDSA (fee applies)
2024-06-20 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Do you have a dog with behavior issues, or work with client dogs who do? If so, join us for a fun and informative discussion! You may already know how to address issues like anxiety, reactivity, or aggression from a training standpoint, but many dog owners and trainers are unsure about how medication might fit into the picture.
This webinar will provide an overview of the most common medications used to treat behavior problems in dogs. Our focus will be on practical, “real-world” information including:

How to know if your dog might benefit from medication
Goals of using meds in behavior cases
Different classes of drugs and how they work
Natural supplements and calming aids

Can be taken on its own, or as a lead-in to Part 2 for those who want ALL THE DETAILS!
Note: This webinar is back by popular demand. Please check your webinar library before purchasing.
Presenter: Jennifer Summerfield, DVM
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar - 6/20/24 - Future of Field Services: Community Engagement for Pet & Public Safety - HASS
2024-06-20 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Field services officers are the first responders of animal welfare for every single community. In order to rise above the “neighborhood dog catcher” stigma, a new approach rooted in not just public and pet safety, but community advocacy is required. Early research shows, when ACO’s are collaborate directly with their local shelter, more pets and people remain united, stay safe and shelters can avoid unnecessary intake.
Join panelist Dr. Josh Fisher, Director of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Services/Police Department and Annette Ramirez, Los Angeles Animal Services Assistant General Manager to discuss their experience in field services and how the role of ACOs have evolved over the years and what shelters can do to prioritize building a strong partnership with field services.
WEBSITE LINK: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/7816739797796/WN_ZoyLjLiUTY2Mh1i3noj0pQ#/registration

Webinar - 6/20/24 - Behavior Medications, Part 2: Beyond The Basics - FDSA (fee applies)
2024-06-20 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
In this webinar, we will build on the information presented in “Intro to Behavior Medications” to take your knowledge to the next level. Delve into the nitty-gritty details of behavioral pharmacology as it relates to the following:

Factors that influence medication choices for aggression, anxiety, etc. – which drug is best for different situations?
Combination therapy (using multiple meds together)
Case studies and examples for discussion

We will also discuss specific considerations for performance dogs, including the impact of behavior meds on learning and memory, and possible ethical questions that may arise when deciding whether or not to medicate a dog who is actively showing and competing.
Note: This webinar is back by popular demand. Please check your webinar library before purchasing.
Presenter: Jennifer Summerfield, DVM
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar - 6/22/24 - The Drop Trap: A Trapper’s Best Friend - Community Cats Podcast
2024-06-22 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Community Cats Podcast will host a free webinar for anyone looking to help outdoor cats. Presented by Neighborhood Cats, The Drop Trap: A Trapper’s Best Friend will take place on June 22, 2024 from 2:00-4:00 PM ET.
The webinar will cover everything from basic setup and deployment to advanced techniques for effective trapping. The presentation will also include tips on how to use a drop trap safely and effectively, as well as how to troubleshoot common problems that trappers may encounter.
This webinar has something for everyone, from beginner friendly advice to expert-level tips. Anyone with an interest in helping outdoor cats is encouraged to attend. No experience required.
The webinar is free to attend. Anyone interested can learn more and register via the website here.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/the-drop-trap-a-trappers-best-friend-presented-by-neighborhood-cats-june-2024/

Online Meeting - Mondays - Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie - Maddie's Fund
2024-06-24 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Maddie’s Fund hosts a weekly 50-minute Zoom call for animal well-being professionals. These calls are a collaborative space to share exciting new programs and research, discuss uncomfortable topics, connect with peers in the industry, and more, all while sharing a common goal of preserving the human-animal bond.
Who Should Join?
Executive directors, animal well-being leaders, shelter workers, pet support professionals, volunteers, rescue organizations and anyone who shares the common goal of preserving the human-animal bond.
Win Ca$h for Attending!
Each month, Maddie’s Fund will be giving away up to $10,000 in grants. You can enter to win each time you attend a call or watch on-demand during the month by completing the giveaway drawing entry forms shared in the chat during the calls.
Register Today
Join us each Monday at 11am PT/2pm ET to receive support and learn about innovative ideas other organizations across the country are seeing success with. If you registered prior to May 2024 or are new to these meetings, please use this link to register:
https://maddies.fund/CommunityConvoRegistration2024
All calls are recorded and uploaded to the Community Conversations page on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations
Please note: All views expressed on these calls are not necessarily endorsed by Maddie’s Fund.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/CommunityConvo2024Registration

Webinar - 6/25/24 - Embracing Diversity: Creating Inclusive Spaces in the Pet Professional Industry - Fear Free
2024-06-25 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
At Fear Free, we believe that everyone deserves to feel welcome, valued, respected, and protected in all aspects of life, especially at work. A Fear Free work environment strives to promote safety for both people and animals, allowing them to express themselves authentically and to feel valued, safe, and secure while doing so.
Join us for our upcoming webinar on June 25, at 12 p.m. ET hosted by Dr. Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, FFCP to discuss the importance of inclusivity in the workplace and how it leads to better care for pets, owners, and professionals in the industry. Our diverse panel of experts will share their experiences and best practices for fostering a culture of acceptance and support within your community, including support for the LGBTQIA+ community.
During this webinar, we will discuss:

Understanding the importance of recognizing and celebrating diverse identities
Effective practices and policies that promote a culture of acceptance and support
How inclusivity in the workplace leads to better care for pets
Practical steps to foster a Fear Free environment that values the emotional wellbeing of both people and animals

WEBSITE LINK: https://fearfreellc.webinargeek.com/embracing-diversity-creating-inclusive-spaces-in-the-pet-professional-industry

Webinar - 6/25/24 - Data Driven Information on Recruiting and Retaining Shelter Veterinarians - CalAnimals
2024-06-25 09:30 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
As follow up to the 2023 Access to Veterinary Care in CA Shelters survey, which documented the degree and impact of the veterinary shortage on shelter welfare and lifesaving, Drs. Hurley and Scarlett conducted a follow up survey to understand what factors attract (and repel) veterinarians from working in shelters. In this webinar, information from both state and national studies will be presented that highlight factors important to shelter veterinarians and provide shelter leaders with actions to improve their ability to recruit and retain veterinary professionals.
Presenters:
Jennifer Scarlett, DVM, San Francisco SPCA
Kate Hurley, DVM, UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_06kG9nJPS-eIrPcLw0RqJQ#/registration
