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SUMMARY:Webinar - 3/28/23 - Supporting Both Ends of the Leash: What Community Support Looks Like in a HASS Pilot Shelter - HASS
DESCRIPTION:We know that people and pets need support to stay together through challenging times—but how can you identify the support your community needs and how your organization can facilitate it? That’s what this webinar is all about! Amanda Gatten\, KC Pet Project’s Director of Community Programs\, will share what a comprehensive\, flexible\, effective community support program looks like at a HASS pilot shelter\, with ideas and tips for other organizations to steal. \nWe will also hear from Eliza Torres\, Maddie’s® Education and Implementation Manager for HASS\, and Jamie Case\, Director for the ASPCA’s Northern Tier Shelter Initiative and former strategist for pets.findhelp.com. This dynamic duo will discuss how pets.findhelp.com can further an organization’s goal of getting more support to the people and pets in your community. \nAttendees will leave inspired and with tools to support their community\, pets and humans alike. Register below and join us live on Tuesday\, March 28 at 5 p.m. CT. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://zoom.us/webinar/register/8016772492646/WN_ExFdfcIfR–lO6WMq7gqfw
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-3-28-23-supporting-both-ends-of-the-leash-what-community-support-looks-like-in-a-hass-pilot-shelter-hass/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Zoom Meeting - 3/29/23 to 5/17/23 - Summit Fast Track: Proven Barrier-Busting Strategies That Send Animals Home - Maddie's Million Pet Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Fast Track #4 – Proven Barrier-Busting Strategies That Send Animals Home \nUncover hidden and not-so-hidden roadblocks that are keeping animals in the shelter\, contributing to shelter team overwhelm and fatigue\, and tying up precious resources. Discover how to clear the way to ensure more pets are reunited with their families or placed in new homes. Tap into opportunities to increase live outcomes and build relationships with potential partners\, volunteers\, fosters\, and adopters in your community. \nTrack Coaches: \nLead Coach: Nadia Oseguera\, California Program Manager at the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program \nCo-Coach: Allison Cardona\, California State Director at the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program \nFast Track Schedule: \nWednesdays (and on-demand after) \n\nMarch 29th\, 11 AM PT​\nApril 19th\, 11 AM PT​\nMay 3rd\, 11 AM PT\nMay 17th\, 11 AM PT\n\nOptional Office Hours: \nThursdays (and some on-demand after)​ \n\nApril 13th\, 9 AM PT​\nApril 27th\, 9 AM PT​\nMay 11th\, 9 AM PT​\nMay 25th\, 9 AM PT\n\nRegister for the Fast Track Zoom Meetings: \nhttps://sheltermedicine.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAvfuuqrDsiEtJ509W7t5bd2rkyav3BWA6k \nAbout Fast Tracks from Maddie’s Million Pet Challenge Learniverse: \nReady to make change happen? Choose one or more of the five eight-week Fast Tracks and start doing—with support! Sprint from idea to implementation and ongoing improvement by connecting with coaches and fellow participants along the way. \nJoin a Fast Track to get guidance from your coach in four one-hour live Zoom meetings over the weeks of 3/27\, 4/17\, 5/1\, and 5/15\, and pop in for optional office hours during off-weeks. \nFast Track participation is open to everyone\, no application required.  Just click on the name of the Fast Track you are interested in below and you’ll get access to all of the meetings in that track.  \nAttendance at any of the meetings or office hours is optional to make it easy for you to attend what you can.  Live meetings will be recorded and available on-demand shortly after each meeting ends. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://sheltermedicine.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAvfuuqrDsiEtJ509W7t5bd2rkyav3BWA6k
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/zoom-meeting-3-29-23-to-5-17-23-summit-fast-track-proven-barrier-busting-strategies-that-send-animals-home-maddies-million-pet-challenge/2023-03-29/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 3/29/23 - Predation Substitute Training - A Holistic Training Program To Stop Dogs From Chasing! - PPG (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Conventional training protocols stifle the dog’s natural predatory behaviors through punishing or constantly forcing them to return. These restrictive protocols work against the dog’s nature and against what they want most: to go for a hunt! \nPredation is an inner need that makes our dogs happy. Suppressing those natural urges is like putting a lid on a boiling pot. Eventually\, that pressure needs to escape\, and without a proper outlet\, it’s probably going to get messy. \nPredation Substitute Training (PST) is a motivation-based and need-oriented training program\, designed to stop uncontrolled predatory chasing and to provide safe outlets for our dog’s natural drive. \nInstead of making discipline the nagging factor that spoils the fun\, this training system will help dogs and their guardians to grow as a team and go hunting together! \nIn this presentation Simone is going to discuss: \n\nWhat is predation?\nWhy do our dogs love to hunt?\nWhy is predatory behaviour so hard to interrupt?\nHow and why does Predation Substitute Training work?\n\nCEUs: PPAB 1\, CCPDT 1\, KPA 1\, PMCT 1\, & IAABC Pending \nRegistered for the live event\, get busy and cannot make it! \nNo worries you will automatically receive a recording! \nAbout the Instructor \nSimone Mueller\, MA is a certified dog trainer and dog behaviour consultant (ATN) from Germany. \nSimone specialises in force-free anti-predation training and is the author of the three books of the Predation Substitute Training series “Hunting Together”\, “Rocket Recall” and “Don’t Eat That”. \nSimone is proud to be an Associate Trainer at the Scotland-based Lothlorien Dog Training Club (AT-LDTC) and a member of The Initiative of Force-Free Dog Training\, the Pet Professional Guild (PPG) and the Pet Dog Trainers of Europe (PDTE). \nFollow Simone’s work on Facebook and Instagram: #predationsubstitutetraining. You can learn more here. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5154759
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-3-29-23-predation-substitute-training-a-holistic-training-program-to-stop-dogs-from-chasing-ppg-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230329T120000
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SUMMARY:Zoom Meeting - 3/29/23 to 5/17/23 - Summit Fast Track: Feeling Overwhelmed with Making Outcome Decisions? We can help! - Maddie's Million Pet Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Fast Track #5 – Feeling Overwhelmed with Making Outcome Decisions? We can help! \nShelter teams are faced daily with high-stakes outcome decisions made harder by an increasingly complex and strained system. We’ll discuss some of the issues at play and help you to develop tools to remove bottlenecks to outcomes and overcome the toughest decision-making dilemmas\, from adoption to euthanasia\, with transparency and compassion. \nTrack Coaches: \nLead Coach: Chumkee Aziz\, DVM\, Outreach Veterinarian\, at the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program \nCo-Coach: Cindi Delany\, DVM\, Maddie’s Million Pet Challenge Director of Online Learning at the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program \nFast Track Schedule: \nWednesdays (and on-demand after) \n\nMarch 29th\, 12 PM PT​\nApril 19th\, 12 PM PT​\nMay 3rd\, 12 PM PT\nMay 17th\, 12 PM PT\n\nOptional Office Hours: \nTuesdays (and some on-demand after)​ \n\nApril 11th\, 10 AM PT​\nApril 25th\, 10 AM PT​\nMay 9th\, 10 AM PT​\nMay 23rd\, 10 AM PT\n\nRegister for the Fast Track Zoom Meetings: \nhttps://sheltermedicine.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkcOyrqD4qG9Qn8jMPEgrOT3mXIRZe1Rvc \nAbout Fast Tracks from Maddie’s Million Pet Challenge Learniverse: \nReady to make change happen? Choose one or more of the five eight-week Fast Tracks and start doing—with support! Sprint from idea to implementation and ongoing improvement by connecting with coaches and fellow participants along the way. \nJoin a Fast Track to get guidance from your coach in four one-hour live Zoom meetings over the weeks of 3/27\, 4/17\, 5/1\, and 5/15\, and pop in for optional office hours during off-weeks. \nFast Track participation is open to everyone\, no application required.  Just click on the name of the Fast Track you are interested in below and you’ll get access to all of the meetings in that track.  \nAttendance at any of the meetings or office hours is optional to make it easy for you to attend what you can.  Live meetings will be recorded and available on-demand shortly after each meeting ends. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://sheltermedicine.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkcOyrqD4qG9Qn8jMPEgrOT3mXIRZe1Rvc
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/zoom-meeting-3-29-23-to-5-17-23-summit-fast-track-feeling-overwhelmed-with-making-outcome-decisions-we-can-help-maddies-million-pet-challenge/2023-03-29/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230329T170000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 3/29/23 - When You’ve Got Skin in the Game: How to Manage Large Open Wounds in Dogs and Cats - VETGirl (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Confidence in closure! \nIn this 1-hour\, VETgirl small animal webinar\, Dr. Chris Ralphs\, DACVS goes through how to manage large open wounds in dogs and cats. Tune in to learn the open wound management and second intention healing practices you can use for wound management! \nNot a VETgirl ELITE member? Get your learning on with the #1 veterinary CE resource – clinically relevant\, practical\, and accessible 24/7 on your own time! Don’t miss out – click HERE to join now! \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/march-29-2023-when-youve-got-skin-in-the-game-how-to-manage-large-open-wounds-in-dogs-and-cats/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-3-29-23-when-youve-got-skin-in-the-game-how-to-manage-large-open-wounds-in-dogs-and-cats-vetgirl-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230330T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230330T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133634
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SUMMARY:Zoom Meeting - 3/30/23 to 5/18/23 - Summit Fast Track: Are You Staying Within Your Capacity for Care? - Maddie's Million Pet Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Fast Track #2 – Are You Staying Within Your Capacity for Care? (You Might Be Surprised!) \nCapacity for Care (C4C) is such a wonderful place to be\, yet it can feel so out of reach. What is your shelter’s capacity for care\, what is it based on\, and are you staying within it? \nEven just understanding what C4C is can feel overwhelming\, much less getting there. Need a refresher or don’t know where to start? Answer — right here! \nIt all starts with knowing that it is possible to stay within your capacity for care at all organizations\, regardless of how animals come to you. We’ll dive into what determines your capacity\, how it impacts the work you do every day and the decisions you make. Discover how you can provide the Right Care in the Right Place for people and animals AND stay within your C4C. This is your chance to learn how to get out of crisis mode\, decrease overwhelm\, and make it possible for your team to maximize your resources\, all while ensuring your shelter is able to have the greatest impact on the people and pets in your community. \nThis track is the foundation for all successful shelter operations and pairs well with every other offering at this summit. Not a shelter director or manager? No problem; we invite anyone in the animal shelter space to join us on this journey! \nTrack Coaches: \nLead Coach: Cindy Karsten\, DVM\, Director of Outreach at the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program \nCo-Coach: Ivy Ruiz\, Outreach Specialist at the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program \nFast Track Schedule: \nThursdays (and on-demand after) \n\nMarch 30th\, 9 AM PT​\nApril 20th\, 9 AM PT​\nMay 4th\, 9 AM PT\nMay 18th\, 9 AM PT\n\nOptional Office Hours: \nThursdays (and some on-demand after)​ \n\nApril 13th\, 9 AM PT​\nApril 27th\, 9 AM PT​\nMay 11th\, 9 AM PT​\nMay 25th\, 9 AM PT\n\nRegister for the Fast Track Zoom Meetings: \nhttp://sheltermedicine.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtdumppzosHtV9whKkEVbdWk5QBA4WUM8Q \nAbout Fast Tracks from Maddie’s Million Pet Challenge Learniverse: \nReady to make change happen? Choose one or more of the five eight-week Fast Tracks and start doing—with support! Sprint from idea to implementation and ongoing improvement by connecting with coaches and fellow participants along the way. \nJoin a Fast Track to get guidance from your coach in four one-hour live Zoom meetings over the weeks of 3/27\, 4/17\, 5/1\, and 5/15\, and pop in for optional office hours during off-weeks. \nFast Track participation is open to everyone\, no application required.  Just click on the name of the Fast Track you are interested in below and you’ll get access to all of the meetings in that track.  \nAttendance at any of the meetings or office hours is optional to make it easy for you to attend what you can.  Live meetings will be recorded and available on-demand shortly after each meeting ends. \nWEBSITE LINK:  http://sheltermedicine.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtdumppzosHtV9whKkEVbdWk5QBA4WUM8Q
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/zoom-meeting-3-30-23-to-5-18-23-summit-fast-track-are-you-staying-within-your-capacity-for-care-maddies-million-pet-challenge/2023-03-30/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230330T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230330T120000
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SUMMARY:Zoom Meeting - 3/30/23 to 5/18/23 - Summit Fast Track - Coordinated Care: Ensuring Animals & People Get the Right Care in Right Place - Maddie's Million Pet Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Fast Track #1 – Coordinated Care: The Secret Sauce to Ensuring Animals and People Get the Right Care in the Right Place \nLearn progressive and collaborative ways of respecting all of the members of your community\, especially those who come to us for supportive services. We’ll focus on ways to help pets stay in their current homes when possible and effectively reserve shelter intake for animals who really need to be in our care. We’ll discuss not only how these techniques can reduce shelter intakes\, but also how this approach will set everyone up for success\, including families\, animals\, and shelter team members. \nTrack Coaches: \nLead Coach: Jennifer Toussaint\, Chief Animal Control Officer at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington \nCo-Coach: Kelly Bremken\, Veterinary Social Worker at Oregon Humane Society \nFast Track Schedule: \nThursdays (and on-demand after) \n\nMarch 30th\, 11 AM PT​\nApril 20th\, 11 AM PT​\nMay 4th\, 11 AM PT\nMay 18th\, 11 AM PT\n\nOptional Office Hours: \nWednesdays (and some on-demand after)​ \n\nApril 12th\, 9 AM PT​\nApril 26th\, 9 AM PT​\nMay 10th\, 9 AM PT​\nMay 24th\, 9 AM PT\n\nRegister for the Fast Track Zoom Meetings: https://sheltermedicine.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvduurrT4iE9UKlsg4WkBeNNfaDMRAcWmz \nAbout Fast Tracks from Maddie’s Million Pet Challenge Learniverse: \nReady to make change happen? Choose one or more of the five eight-week Fast Tracks and start doing—with support! Sprint from idea to implementation and ongoing improvement by connecting with coaches and fellow participants along the way. \nJoin a Fast Track to get guidance from your coach in four one-hour live Zoom meetings over the weeks of 3/27\, 4/17\, 5/1\, and 5/15\, and pop in for optional office hours during off-weeks. \nFast Track participation is open to everyone\, no application required.  Just click on the name of the Fast Track you are interested in below and you’ll get access to all of the meetings in that track.  \nAttendance at any of the meetings or office hours is optional to make it easy for you to attend what you can.  Live meetings will be recorded and available on-demand shortly after each meeting ends. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://sheltermedicine.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvduurrT4iE9UKlsg4WkBeNNfaDMRAcWmz
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/zoom-meeting-3-30-23-to-5-18-23-summit-fast-track-coordinated-care-ensuring-animals-people-get-the-right-care-in-right-place-maddies-million-pet-challenge/2023-03-30/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230330T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230330T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133634
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 3/30/23 - Anestesia inyectable total en la sala de emergencia - VETGirl
DESCRIPTION:En este webinar\, de 1 hora de VETgirl Español\, el Dr. Alberto L. Fernandez\, DACVECC discutirá el uso de la anestesia inyectable en la Sala de Emergencia y en la Unidad de Cuidado Intensivo. Se repasarán los medicamentos disponibles\, con énfasis en la farmacología y contraindicaciones de cada uno\, para proveer una anestesia segura. ¡Sintonicenos para repasar una variedad de protocolos de anestesia que puede utilizar en sus procedimientos diagnósticos y quirúrgicos! \nThanks to sponsorship from VETgirl\, this webinar is FREE to all! (Remember: you must be logged in as a free Trial or Elite member to register for the live event) \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/march-30-2023-anestesia-inyectable-total-en-la-sal-de-emergencia/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-3-30-23-anestesia-inyectable-total-en-la-sala-de-emergencia-vetgirl/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Online Course - Deadline 3/31/23 - Spring 2023 Track Pack Application - Maddie's® Million Pet Challenge
DESCRIPTION:There’s a new\, different\, better experience in the Maddie’s® Million Pet Challenge Learniverse\, and it’s designed with your feedback\, your busy schedules\, and your big goals in mind. The Spring 2023 Shelter Summit and Fast Tracks will give you the opportunity to learn by doing\, create the change you want to see\, and go further together with your colleagues and the support of expert coaches. If you would like to watch all or part of the recorded Summit\, each presentation and Q&A session is viewable on Maddie’s® University. \nNow that the Shelter Summit event is over\, it’s time to join Fast Tracks and Track Packs! You can find schedules\, registration links\, and descriptions of each track below. Be sure to register for Fast Tracks (open to everyone\, no application needed) before 3/28. Thinking about applying for one of our limited spots as a “Track Pack” member in one or more of the Fast Tracks? Apply to be considered by 3/31. We would love to have you join us! If you have any questions\, please contact us at learniverse@sheltermedportal.com. For more information\, visit www.sheltersummit.com. \nReady to make change happen? Choose one or more Fast Tracks and start doing—with support! \nSprint from idea to implementation and ongoing improvement in eight weeks by connecting with coaches and fellow participants in four live sessions alternating with four optional office hours. \nGo from participant to pace-setter: Apply to run with an exclusive Track Pack. \nApply to join a Track Pack to unlock dedicated coaching sessions and get the extra accountability\, motivation\, and inspiration you need to get the impact you want. Stay on track by advancing within a tight-knit group of shelters working side-by-side with your coaches to achieve your goals. \nAs a Track Pack member\, you could be spotlighted for other track participants to learn from your challenges and successes. You’ll cheer each other on\, exchange experiences and ideas to turn setbacks into solutions\, and measure progress together. \nTrack Pack spots are limited; apply now! The final deadline for Track Pack applications is March 31. \n#ThankstoMaddie\, participation in the Shelter Summit and Fast Tracks is absolutely free and everyone is welcome! \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.sheltermedportal.com/spring-2023-shelter-summit/#Track_Packs
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-deadline-3-31-23-spring-2023-track-pack-application-maddies-million-pet-challenge/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Online Course – 4/1/23 – Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast
DESCRIPTION: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. We’ll cover getting along with neighbors\, preparations for trapping\, trapping itself (including entire colonies at once)\, feeding\, providing winter shelter\, and more. Take advantage of the interactive format\, extensive handouts\, and video footage of actual projects. Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance and gain access to an ongoing Facebook group for networking with other TNR activists. Instructed by Susan Richmond\, executive director\, and Bryan Kortis\, national programs director. \nSession duration is 2.5 hours\, followed by an optional 15-minute Q&A session. \nProudly sponsored by Tomahawk Live Trap \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/the-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-apr-2023/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-4-1-23-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-community-cats-podcast/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230402T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230402T180000
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 4/2/23 to 4/6/23 - Animal Care Expo 2023 - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. Over 2\,500 attendees are expected to join us in New Orleans in 2023. Experts from all aspects of animal welfare will come together from across the globe to learn about the latest programs\, share best practices\, gain inspiration\, and build lasting connections. The conference features an international trade show promoting the latest animal care products and services from a wide range of exhibitors. With eleven workshop tracks\, learning labs\, networking opportunities and social events\, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals. \nWe are excited to return to New Orleans\, Louisiana\, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Expo will feature nearly 100 professional development sessions in-person and select livestreamed sessions for a virtual audience. These broadcasted sessions will be recorded and available to both in-person and virtual participants for on-demand viewing after the conference. \nWe are also incredibly excited to be able to offer several scholarships this year. Check out our Scholarship page for more information and be sure to submit your application by the January 4\, 2023\, deadline to be considered. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-4-2-23-to-4-6-23-animal-care-expo-2023-hsus-fee-applies/2023-04-02/
LOCATION:Hilton New Orleans Riverside\, Two Poydras St\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 4/2/23 to 4/6/23 - Animal Care Expo 2023 - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. Over 2\,500 attendees are expected to join us in New Orleans in 2023. Experts from all aspects of animal welfare will come together from across the globe to learn about the latest programs\, share best practices\, gain inspiration\, and build lasting connections. The conference features an international trade show promoting the latest animal care products and services from a wide range of exhibitors. With eleven workshop tracks\, learning labs\, networking opportunities and social events\, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals. \nWe are excited to return to New Orleans\, Louisiana\, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Expo will feature nearly 100 professional development sessions in-person and select livestreamed sessions for a virtual audience. These broadcasted sessions will be recorded and available to both in-person and virtual participants for on-demand viewing after the conference. \nWe are also incredibly excited to be able to offer several scholarships this year. Check out our Scholarship page for more information and be sure to submit your application by the January 4\, 2023\, deadline to be considered. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-4-2-23-to-4-6-23-animal-care-expo-2023-hsus-fee-applies/2023-04-03/
LOCATION:Hilton New Orleans Riverside\, Two Poydras St\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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SUMMARY:Online Meeting - Mondays - Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWho Should Join?\nExecutive 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. \nWin Ca$h for Attending!\nEach 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. \nRegister Today\nJoin 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. \nAll calls are recorded and uploaded to the Community Conversations page on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations \nPlease note: All views expressed on these calls are not necessarily endorsed by Maddie’s Fund. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-meeting-mondays-weekly-community-conversations-thankstomaddie-maddies-fund/2023-04-03/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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SUMMARY:Online Certificate Program – Starts 4/4/23 – Animal Shelter Management Certificate Program – Marketing and Development – Humane Network/UoP (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Society’s relationship to pets continues to evolve. The majority of people consider their pets to be beloved family members and expect their local animal shelter to work diligently to save the lives of the dogs and cats that enter the facility. This program will provide the knowledge you need to assume a management or leadership role at an open-admission animal shelter. You’ll learn how to maximize a shelter’s lifesaving potential through program management\, community engagement\, and shelter operations while at the same time preparing yourself for an exciting career. \nThe five courses are: \n\nLeadership covering strategic planning\, analyzing operations\, decision-making\, managing people and processes to achieve results\, organizational responsibilities\, and working with a board of directors.\nShelter Operations covering adoptions\, animal care and sheltering fundamentals\, animal behavior and enrichment\, and customer service.\nCommunity Program Development covering volunteers\, foster care\, spay/neuter\, pet retention\, events\, and community relations.\nAnimal Health and Clinic Operations covering understanding shelter medicine\, basic animal health considerations and care\, euthanasia decisions\, and clinic operations.\nMarketing and Development covering development fundamentals\, fundraising strategies\, marketing fundamentals\, adoption promotion\, social media and websites\, and media relations.\n\nEach of these courses include live video conference sessions with top experts in the field providing students valuable contacts within the field. Additionally\, alumni have access to exclusive networking opportunities and receive notification of employment opportunities. \nYou can sign up for individual courses or all five for a discount. All five must be completed to get a certificate. \nMarketing and Development: Apr 4 to May 14\, 2023\nInstructor: Diane Blankenburg and Laurie D. Daily\nCourse Code: UNSM 025 51 (6 CEUs) \nWho will benefit from the program? \n\nProfessionals seeking a career change to something more personally fulfilling.\nNew shelter directors.\nShelter directors or managers wishing to improve their organization’s live release rate and sustainability.\nPeople working in the animal welfare field who wish to advance into management roles.\nBoard members of animal shelters.\n\nCredit for program/courses \nUpon completion of all five courses\, you will receive a Certificate in Animal Shelter Management from the University of the Pacific. \nEach course earns: \n\nContinuing Education Units (CEUs) from the University of the Pacific\nAssociation of Animal Welfare Advancement CAWA Continuing Education (CE) credits\n\nSchedule and Registration \nEach of the five online courses are six weeks long and are offered sequentially. The entire program is about seven months long\, and a new round starts again after a short break. More information on start dates of each course and the registration form can be found on the University of the Pacific website.  \n​WEBSITE LINK:  https://education.pacific.edu/education/professional-development/certificate-programs/leadership-health-certificates
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-certificate-program-starts-4-4-23-animal-shelter-management-certificate-program-marketing-and-development-humane-network-uop-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 4/2/23 to 4/6/23 - Animal Care Expo 2023 - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. Over 2\,500 attendees are expected to join us in New Orleans in 2023. Experts from all aspects of animal welfare will come together from across the globe to learn about the latest programs\, share best practices\, gain inspiration\, and build lasting connections. The conference features an international trade show promoting the latest animal care products and services from a wide range of exhibitors. With eleven workshop tracks\, learning labs\, networking opportunities and social events\, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals. \nWe are excited to return to New Orleans\, Louisiana\, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Expo will feature nearly 100 professional development sessions in-person and select livestreamed sessions for a virtual audience. These broadcasted sessions will be recorded and available to both in-person and virtual participants for on-demand viewing after the conference. \nWe are also incredibly excited to be able to offer several scholarships this year. Check out our Scholarship page for more information and be sure to submit your application by the January 4\, 2023\, deadline to be considered. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-4-2-23-to-4-6-23-animal-care-expo-2023-hsus-fee-applies/2023-04-04/
LOCATION:Hilton New Orleans Riverside\, Two Poydras St\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/4/23 - Quick! Hit PAUSE: Using Controlled Setups for Reactive Dogs with Suzanne Clothier - PPG (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Handlers of reactive dogs struggle to find ways to help their dogs feel less worried\, overwhelmed or pushed past their thresholds. But progress can be slow\, particularly if the dog continues to be triggered despite the handler’s best efforts. Many handlers are discouraged\, embarrassed or frustrated when the dog is triggered. Why does this happen so often? This webinar dives into what you need to know to help reactive dogs through carefully controlled set-ups. \nIf you’ve ever wished for a PAUSE button on life to help your dog\, this webinar is for you. The practical information provided will help you create successful training moments. Find out why so many clients and their dogs have benefited from this sensible approach to thin slicing for success. \nLearning Objectives \n\nThe importance of controlled setups to facilitate success\, vs. “training in the wild” where stimuli are not under your direction or control\nHow to use the “pause button” – how to control stimuli\nUnderstanding your dog’s triggers (visual\, auditory\, kinesthetic\, olfactory\, social\, chase)\nThe Stimulus Gradients – the holy trinity of dog training: Distance\, intensity & duration\nUsing Line of View and Field of View in the real world with existing structures\, objects\, vehicles\, etc.\n\nCEUs: PPAB \, CCPDT \, KPA \, & IAABC pending \nAbout the Presenter:  \nSuzanne Clothier has been working with animals professionally since 1977. Her positive and humane approach\, Relationship Centered Training™ (RCT) promotes promote healthy\, respectful and joyful dog/human connections. \nThe author of Bones Would Rain from the Sky: Deepening Our Relationships With Dogs (2002)\, her innovative programs include Treat/Retreat\, the Enriched Puppy Protocol\, CARAT™\, RAT™\, FAT™\, as well as many RCT techniques\, online courses and webinars. A trainer of trainers\, she has taught on a broad range of topics throughout the US and internationally\, and served as a consultant to major service dog schools. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5202769
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-4-23-quick-hit-pause-using-controlled-setups-for-reactive-dogs-with-suzanne-clothier-ppg-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/4/23 -  Connecting the Dots in Civil and Criminal Justice: Protecting People by Focusing on Animal Abuse - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
DESCRIPTION:Family court judges\, prosecutors\, attorneys\, and other officials who understand the Link between crimes against animals and crimes against people – and the intense emotional bonds children and women in particular have for their pets — are in a better position to prevent future violence and protect their community. This webinar will: introduce seven distinct Links between animal abuse and other family violence; show how recognizing animal welfare issues helps resolve challenges in animal cruelty and civil cases; offer guidelines for court officials; and review professional and legislative responses to The Link that benefit not only Man’s Best Friend… but also Man (and especially Woman). \nThis webinar has been certified by the National Animal Care & Control Association and is approved for 1 Continuing Education Unit. Please refer to your NACA membership portal for current CEU submission process. Current NACA Members who attend the live presentation or watch the recording will be able to download a jointly issued attendance certificate that includes the National Animal Care & Control Association logo. Visit the NACA training page for a complete list of future trainings. \nPresenter \nInternationally acclaimed lecturer\, author and educator Phil Arkow is coordinator of the National LINK Coalition – the National Resource Center on The LINK between Animal Abuse and Human Violence – and edits the monthly LINK-Letter. He chairs the Latham Foundation’s Animal Abuse and Family Violence Prevention Project. He teaches at the University of Florida and Harcum College. He has presented over 300 times in 17 countries\, 38 states\, and 9 Canadian provinces\, and has authored over 95 key reference works on human-animal interactions and violence prevention. \nHe co-founded the National Link Coalition\, the National Animal Control Association\, and the Colorado and New Jersey humane federations. He has served with the AVMA\, the ASPCA\, American Humane\, the Delta Society\, the Animals & Society Institute\, the National Sheriffs Association\, the National Coalition on Violence Against Animals\, the National District Attorneys Association\, the Academy on Violence & Abuse\, and the American Association of Human-Animal Bond Veterinarians. He received a Lifetime Achievement Award from New Jersey Child Assault Prevention. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/connecting-the-dots-in-civil-and-criminal-justice-protecting-people-by-focusing-on-animal-abuse/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-4-23-connecting-the-dots-in-civil-and-criminal-justice-protecting-people-by-focusing-on-animal-abuse-naca-justice-clearinghouse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230405T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230405T210000
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 4/2/23 to 4/6/23 - Animal Care Expo 2023 - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. Over 2\,500 attendees are expected to join us in New Orleans in 2023. Experts from all aspects of animal welfare will come together from across the globe to learn about the latest programs\, share best practices\, gain inspiration\, and build lasting connections. The conference features an international trade show promoting the latest animal care products and services from a wide range of exhibitors. With eleven workshop tracks\, learning labs\, networking opportunities and social events\, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals. \nWe are excited to return to New Orleans\, Louisiana\, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Expo will feature nearly 100 professional development sessions in-person and select livestreamed sessions for a virtual audience. These broadcasted sessions will be recorded and available to both in-person and virtual participants for on-demand viewing after the conference. \nWe are also incredibly excited to be able to offer several scholarships this year. Check out our Scholarship page for more information and be sure to submit your application by the January 4\, 2023\, deadline to be considered. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-4-2-23-to-4-6-23-animal-care-expo-2023-hsus-fee-applies/2023-04-05/
LOCATION:Hilton New Orleans Riverside\, Two Poydras St\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/5/23 - The Importance of Transparency in Sheltering and Rescue - PPG (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Much like the lack of transparency in dog training\, there’s also a lack of transparency in sheltering and rescue organizations. This webinar will review key questions adopters\, donors and those looking to support organizations should look for\, red flags to be aware of and how organizations can improve their transparency with the public. As behavior professionals\, we’ve likely all had clients who were well-intentioned adopting a dog that turned out to be more than they bargained for\, resulting in emotional and financial duress. It’s up to all of us to keep groups accountable\, educate clients and raise awareness about the importance of transparency. \nCEUs: PPAB 1\, CCPDT 1\, KPA 1 Pending IAABC \nPresented by Kate LaSala \nKate LaSala\, CTC\, CBCC-KA\, PCBC-A\, CSAT\, FFCP-E is a multi-credentialed\, certified behavior consultant and trainer\, who specializes in helping fearful\, aggressive and separation anxiety dogs and their people live better lives through one-on-one online positive training. She is a member of the PPG Shelter and Rescue Division\, a former private shelter trainer and has been involved in rescue sheltering and advocacy for over two decades. She is deeply committed to continuing education\, transparency and has worked with local HSUS chapters to help shutter puppy mill stores around the NYC area. Follow @RescuedByTraining on Facebook and Instagram. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5154870
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-5-23-the-importance-of-transparency-in-sheltering-and-rescue-ppg-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 4/6/23 – The Thinking Dog: Cognition and its Role in Behavior – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what’s going on in your dog’s head? This course will guide you through those intangible\, invisible mental processes that influence behavior. It includes fascinating cognitive capabilities such as understanding time and concepts\, reasoning\, self-awareness\, and consciousness. All of these abilities combine to form the mental experience of an animal\, and understanding that experience is critical to understanding behavior! This is truly fascinating stuff—and it will give you a new perspective on how to change behavior and promote well-being. \nIn this course you will learn about: \n\nCognition in general\nDifferent areas of cognition\nHow to apply and integrate these concepts into our work with any species\n\nThroughout the course\, full students will have multiple opportunities to use in-class activities to further their understanding of the material and to receive feedback regarding their progress in the course. \n** IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT ONLINE WEEKLY MEETINGS ** \n\nAuditors do not attend online meetings\nMeetings are not recorded\nMeetings take place on Thursdays at 12:00 pm Eastern (first meeting April 13th)\nMeetings are 1 hour in duration\nThere are 4 meetings for this course\n\nCourse Begins: April 6\, 2023\nDuration: 4 weeks\nInstructor: Kristina Spaulding\, PhD\, CAAB \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/the-thinking-dog-cognition-and-its-role-in-behavior/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-4-6-23-the-thinking-dog-cognition-and-its-role-in-behavior-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Webinar Series - 4/6/23 and 5/5/23 - Take Charge to Make Change: Policy Advocacy for Network Partners - Best Friends
DESCRIPTION:In this new webinar series\, the Best Friends advocacy team sits down to discuss topics around policy\, advocacy\, and grassroots efforts for animal welfare organizations. The series aims to provide information to help you save lives in your everyday work. Topics covered include working with elected officials\, lobbying\, fundraising\, data\, coalitions\, strategic plans\, and more. \nEach webinar is pre-recorded\, and the series is split into two parts. After part 2 is published\, registrants will have access to attend a live panel event where the webinar presenters will answer your questions. During the live panel event\, we’ll also announce a grant opportunity in which registrants will be eligible to receive one of five $1000 grants. \nRegistering with the form below gets you first access to all the webinars delivered directly to your inbox\, as well as the ability to participate in the live panel event where more information about the grant opportunity will be provided. Sign up by April 5 to ensure you receive Part 1 on April 6. For questions\, please reach out to bfnetwork@bestfriends.org \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://network.bestfriends.org/education/take-charge-make-change-policy-advocacy-network-partners
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-series-4-6-23-and-5-5-23-take-charge-to-make-change-policy-advocacy-for-network-partners-best-friends/2023-04-06/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 4/2/23 to 4/6/23 - Animal Care Expo 2023 - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. Over 2\,500 attendees are expected to join us in New Orleans in 2023. Experts from all aspects of animal welfare will come together from across the globe to learn about the latest programs\, share best practices\, gain inspiration\, and build lasting connections. The conference features an international trade show promoting the latest animal care products and services from a wide range of exhibitors. With eleven workshop tracks\, learning labs\, networking opportunities and social events\, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals. \nWe are excited to return to New Orleans\, Louisiana\, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Expo will feature nearly 100 professional development sessions in-person and select livestreamed sessions for a virtual audience. These broadcasted sessions will be recorded and available to both in-person and virtual participants for on-demand viewing after the conference. \nWe are also incredibly excited to be able to offer several scholarships this year. Check out our Scholarship page for more information and be sure to submit your application by the January 4\, 2023\, deadline to be considered. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-4-2-23-to-4-6-23-animal-care-expo-2023-hsus-fee-applies/2023-04-06/
LOCATION:Hilton New Orleans Riverside\, Two Poydras St\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230406T130000
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SUMMARY:Online Event – 4/6/23 – Live from the Ranch with Laura Monaco Torelli – Karen Pryor Academy
DESCRIPTION:Tune into the next episode of Live from The Ranch to learn more about cooperative care with Laura Monaco Torelli. Join Ken Ramirez and Laura Monaco Torelli for this free virtual event with real time training demos\, audience Q&A\, and more! \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://theranch.clickertraining.com/live/#next
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-4-6-23-live-from-the-ranch-with-laura-monaco-torelli-karen-pryor-academy/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230407T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133634
CREATED:20230327T164234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T164234Z
UID:10002979-1680868800-1680872400@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/7/23 - Adopt All Your Kittens in a Day: How to Hold a Low-Stress Event - ASPCAPro
DESCRIPTION:When you have more kittens than you know what to do with\, it’s time to hold a mega-adoption event! For nearly two decades\, Cat Adoption Team (CAT) has sent home between 50-100 or more kittens in a single day through their annual “Kitten Palooza” adoption event. Over the years\, CAT has refined the process to make this one-day event run smoothly and become more enjoyable for staff\, volunteers\, kittens\, and adopters. \nDuring this webinar\, you’ll get their time-tested recommendations for how to plan and execute an adoption event that’s low on stress but high on adoptions. You’ll get ideas for marketing to increase adopter turnout\, plus suggestions for how to effectively use your space and an appointment-based event to improve the adopter experience\, increase the quality of adoptions\, and reduce stress for everyone involved. Get ready to host your own mega-adoption event and save more lives! \n\nTakeaways \n\n\nUtilize foster homes to stage the event\nGet the word out with attention-grabbing event marketing\nUse timed entry to lower stress and improve adoptions\nCreate adoption spaces to spread out the crowd\nHost a mega-adoption event that doesn’t make you pull your hair out\n\n\n\n\nSuited For \n\nThis session is best suited for those that work at a shelter or rescue. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/adopt-all-your-kittens-day-how-hold-low-stress-event
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-7-23-adopt-all-your-kittens-in-a-day-how-to-hold-a-low-stress-event-aspcapro/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230408T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230408T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133634
CREATED:20230123T193733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T193733Z
UID:10002916-1680937200-1680962400@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Event – 4/8/23 – Online Behavior Day – Community Cats Podcast (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Join Community Cats Podcast on Saturday\, April 8\, 2023 for Online Behavior Day featuring: \n\nPam Johnson-Bennett\, cat behavior consultant and author\nDr. Rachel Geller\, animal behaviorist *Tabitha Kucera CCBC\, KPA-CTP\, and Fear-Free and Low-Stress Handling Certified Registered Veterinary Technician\nArden Moore\, pet health and safety coach and Fear-Free Certified professional speaker\n\nThe team will offer a variety of workshops on common cat behavior issues and concerns\, from vet visits and enrichment to litter box and multi-cat household issues\, and how to set up a behavior program at your rescue or shelter. \nYou’ll not only learn about new concepts and tools you can incorporate into your home or rescue organization to address behavioral issues but there will also be fun cat trivia and prizes to enhance your experience\, as well as chances to network with other professionals and volunteers in the animal welfare sphere. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/2023-online-behavior-day/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-4-8-23-online-behavior-day-community-cats-podcast-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230411T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T133634
CREATED:20230130T184541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T184541Z
UID:10002930-1681207200-1681211700@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/11/23 - Community Policing Lessons for Animal Protection - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
DESCRIPTION:Animals can play a critical role in fostering trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve. Building upon fundamental concepts of a community-oriented policing model\, this course will review relevant applications in animal protection\, including tips for positive interactions\, creative community partnerships\, and dynamic problem-solving in the field. \nTopics to be covered: \n\nFundamentals for a successful community-centric program\nTips for funding and resource acquisition\nWays to establish or expand existing programs\n\nThis webinar has been certified by the National Animal Care & Control Association and is approved for 1 Continuing Education Unit. Please refer to your NACA membership portal for current CEU submission process. Current NACA Members who attend the live presentation or watch the recording will be able to download a jointly issued attendance certificate that includes the National Animal Care & Control Association logo. Visit the NACA training page for a complete list of future trainings. \nAbout the Presenter: \nVincent Medley is the Program Manager and a law enforcement trainer with the HSUS’ Law Enforcement Training Center and has 22 years of experience in animal law enforcement and protection. Vincent began as an animal control officer in the City of Dallas (TX) and worked his way up to hold executive and leadership positions in the cities of Dallas\, Houston\, San Antonio Texas and Philadelphia\, Pa.\, where he was the Director of the Animal Care and Control Team of Philadelphia and a founding member of the Philadelphia No Kill Coalition.   In his career\, Vincent has established successful investigation programs and has investigated and supervised the investigation of thousands of animal crimes in partnership with local\, state and federal authorities. He has employed his experience to testify in support of local and state legislation nationwide\, as well as training animal welfare and law enforcement professionals throughout the country. He has served tribal\, rural and urban communities\, and in each one\, he collaborated with local groups to implement innovative programs to support the people and pets who lived there (including partnerships with the HSUS’ Pets for Life team). Vincent holds several state and national animal control officer and animal cruelty investigations certifications\, and held a federal ACO commission when he enforced animal laws on the Pueblo of Isleta Indian Reservation. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/community-policing-lessons-for-animal-protection/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-11-23-community-policing-lessons-for-animal-protection-naca-justice-clearinghouse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133634
CREATED:20230324T195647Z
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UID:10002971-1681218000-1681221600@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Event - 4/11/23 - The Roundtable: Dog Breeds: Implications for Behavior\, Adopter Expectations & Legislation - The AAWA
DESCRIPTION:Researchers at University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School studied the relationship between dog breed and behavior. Using their research as a kickoff point\, a panel of experts will discuss the realities of identifying dog breeds\, the expectations these IDs cause shelter staff and adopters to have\, and implications for behavior\, training\, and legislation. \nThis discussion was originally conducted at The Fall Conference for Animal Welfare Advancement (2022) and the roundtable will continue the exploration of dog breed IDs. \nThe Roundtable Panel will be moderated by Marianne Luft\, ASPCA: \n\nBrittany Benesi\, ASPCA\nApril Huntsman\, CAWA\, Adopt-a-Pet\nJanis Bradley\, National Canine Research Council\nKathleen Morrill\, University of Massachusetts Medical School\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://learning.theaawa.org/p/RT-04-11-23
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-4-11-23-the-roundtable-dog-breeds-implications-for-behavior-adopter-expectations-legislation-the-aawa/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230411T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230411T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133634
CREATED:20230403T222037Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/11/23 - Crisis Sheltering for Pets: Keeping People and Pets Together - HASS
DESCRIPTION:There are times when someone can’t take care of their pet on a temporary basis\, because of a medical emergency\, loss of housing\, or another short-term crisis. The traditional sheltering response is to permanently separate the pet from their owner\, but more and more organizations are providing crisis sheltering instead—boarding the pet at the shelter\, or placing them in a foster home\, for a limited amount of time. How does crisis sheltering work\, and how can you get started? We’ve gathered experts from multiple crisis sheltering organizations and programs for a live panel discussion that will leave you inspired. \nJoin us in conversation with Shoshana Mostoller\, Community Engagement Manager for Chesapeake Humane Society; Jodi Polanski\, Founder and Executive Director of Lost Our Home Pet Rescue; Kristina Pulsipher\, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Ruff Haven Crisis Sheltering; Andy Bond\, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of BestyBnB\, and our moderator Vincent Medley\, Director of Human Animal Support Services. We’ll discuss what crisis sheltering looks like in each of their organizations\, challenges they’ve overcome\, and their best tips for getting started. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://zoom.us/webinar/register/6016782060176/WN_qFQtd-iCTnadivtQEMA84w
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-11-23-crisis-sheltering-for-pets-keeping-people-and-pets-together-hass/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230412T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230412T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133634
CREATED:20230403T224631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T224631Z
UID:10003014-1681290000-1681293600@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/12/23 - Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps - PPG (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate\, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps\, no matter which device they use. In this workshop\, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish. \nWe’ll discuss: \n\nWhat is a Google Profile\nHow to Create Your Google Profile\nHow to Manage Your Business Information\n\nCEUs: PPAB 1\, CCPDT 1\, KPA 1 Pending for IAABC \nAbout the Presenter:\nTracey Lee Davis\, founder of ZingPop Social Media\, turns busy small business owners into online marketing rockstars! A social media expert and Certified Partner for Constant Contact\, she coaches entrepreneurs in how to grow their business using social media and provides total management for their email marketing campaigns. Tracey Lee is also a featured speaker for associations and business groups. She is a 2022 Silicon Valley Woman of Influence\, Alignable’s 2022 Local Businessperson of the Year for San Jose as well as a Top 25 U.S. Business Mentor of 2021\, a Certified Content Marketing Strategist\, and the Co-Owner and Vice President of the Women’s Networking Alliance. She also really\, really loves cheese. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5116468
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-12-23-get-your-local-business-on-google-search-and-maps-ppg-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230413T103000
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CREATED:20230306T185253Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/13/23 - YouTube LIVE: What Cats Want Us to Know About Acute Pain - VETGirl
DESCRIPTION:Do I really need to pill this cat? \nIn this complimentary\, 30-minute VETgirl–Elanco YouTube LIVE event\, Dr. Tamara Grubb\, PhD\, DACVAA reviews acute pain from a cat’s perspective. How do we know cats feel acute pain\, and what can we do to identify pain? Tune in to learn what analgesic treatments are most effective for acute feline pain. \nNOTE: 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! \nThanks to sponsorship from Elanco\, this webinar is FREE to all! (Remember: you must be logged in as a free Trial or Elite member to register for the live event) \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/april-13-2023-youtube-live-what-cats-want-us-to-know-about-acute-pain/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-13-23-youtube-live-what-cats-want-us-to-know-about-acute-pain-vetgirl/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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