Shelter Learniverse and Industry-Wide Calendar

Fear Free Presents: Many dogs experience reactivity or are categorized as “difficult” because of fear, anxiety, and stress-based (FAS) behaviors. Fear Free’s Lead Trainer, Mikkel Becker will share the prevalence of FAS-based behaviors, how to identify the triggers of a pet’s FAS, and quick ways to manage these behaviors on walks.

From animal care attendants to RVTs and beyond, everyone in the shelter has the power to have a big impact on animal health. Does it seem like animals keep getting sick no matter what you do, especially right now with intake numbers climbing in many shelters? Does URI have to be status quo for summer? Is parvo inevitable? Have you wondered what else you can do to get ahead of these vicious cycles? This webinar is for you!

PPG Presents (fee applies): In this session, we will explore the neural mechanisms underlying trauma and its profound impact on a dog’s cognitive development. Come and gain a deeper understanding of how trauma disrupts a dog’s ability to learn, hindering their progress in training programs and impeding their overall well-being.

The AAWA Presents: One of the most important skills for leaders to develop is the ability to receive feedback from others, but leaders often miss important insights when they do not listen to their staff’s concerns, or fail to take them seriously. Leaders and future leaders, this webinar will help you identify typical barriers to receiving honest feedback. You’ll walk away with tips for eliciting and more effectively responding to your employees’ feedback.

HSVMA Presents: This session seeks to create greater understanding of compassion fatigue, burnout, and moral distress within the context of the neurobiology of trauma/chronic stress, and it will discuss tools and practices that support the different domains of well-being within this context.

Maddie’s Fund Presents: Catherine Kisavi-Atatah Ph.D. will share the findings of her publication, Examining the Relationship between BIPOC Communities and Their Companion Animals. Findings suggest that public and private policy decision-makers should develop and implement holistic, across-the-board, companion animal policies that are user-friendly to all.