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Open Door Veterinary Collective Presents: In human health, mental health, and social service systems, pets are often invisible. They’re not routinely included in assessments, charts, or care planning, even when decisions about housing, healthcare, or safety may depend on them. This free, 1.5-credit ethics CEU webinar for social workers and human service professionals addresses this critical gap.
Free
The CVMA Presents (fee applies): The California Veterinary Medical Association’s Pacific Veterinary Conference (PacVet) returns to Long Beach in 2025 to bring comprehensive, current, and practical continuing education information to the entire veterinary practice team! This four-day conference gives attendees the opportunity to earn CE, attend a two-day Vet Expo, and network with colleagues from across the globe.
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The CVMA Presents (fee applies): The California Veterinary Medical Association’s Pacific Veterinary Conference (PacVet) returns to Long Beach in 2025 to bring comprehensive, current, and practical continuing education information to the entire veterinary practice team! This four-day conference gives attendees the opportunity to earn CE, attend a two-day Vet Expo, and network with colleagues from across the globe.
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Maddie’s Fund Presents: 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:
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California for All Animals Presents: Don’t miss the final Multicultural Engagement Community of Practice session at the All Call! Diana Cruz-Rivas (Director and Board Secretary) and Deisy Melero (Caseworker, Disaster Relief Program) will discuss HEART L.A.’s culturally-responsive approach to customer care and interaction.
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Maddie’s Fund Presents: In this talk, we’ll explore how LifeLine Animal Project developed, launched, and analyzed a foster experience survey to uncover hidden trends, validate unspoken concerns, and turn raw feedback into rapid, strategic improvements. Whether you lead a large shelter or a volunteer-based rescue program, the lessons behind the data can help you strengthen your foundation, one honest answer at a time.
Free
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1 event,
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The UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Shelter Learniverse Presents: Are you ready to take your career in animal sheltering to the next level? The Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program empowers frontline animal shelter workers to provide exceptional care, grounded in best practices, with a focus on improving outcomes for animals and communities. Apply by 7/4 for the August session starting 8/4/25!
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NACA/Justice Clearinghouse Presents: Join us for a panel discussion featuring Municipal Shelters that have made remarkable strides in lifesaving by thinking outside the box and maximizing their capabilities with limited resources. This webinar is designed to inspire and empower shelters, showing that you don’t need a massive budget to help families keep their pets.
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Best Friends Presents: In this webinar we’ll dive into updates in HQHVSN and learn to streamline operations without compromising care. Join Dr. Erin Katribe, DVM, DABVP (Shelter Medicine), and Melanie Lyons, LVT, to discover how to enhance patient safety, patient welfare, and staff well-being, all while maximizing your impact!
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JYO Presents: The guided meditations happen every month and typically run 30-45 minutes. All are welcome to these very low-key sessions, with videos on or off, whatever feels most comfortable to you. No speaking is necessary unless you’d like to share at the end of the session.
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Life of Riley at Springpoint Presents: LoR’s efforts to eliminate inhumane practices in dog breeding (“puppy mill” practices) connect deeply to our goal of emptying animal shelters and ensuring all dogs find a home. A multitude of solutions are required to achieve these interconnected goals. In this webinar, Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE) will show how increased inclusivity in the adoption process can open new homes for shelter dogs and reduce intentional dog breeding.
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Best Friends Presents: No matter your resources and staff, you can use what you have to star t reducing length of stay, improving kennel stress, and achieving better outcomes for the pets in your care. Attendees will learn how to define common outcome paths, identify critical flow-through points, and kickstart daily rounds without feeling overwhelmed. With practical, real-world tools and examples, you’ll walk away with the confidence to take your first (or next) step toward more efficient, targeted lifesaving.
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CalAnimals Presents: Join us for a powerful conversation about the legal, scientific, and practical foundation for Community Cat Programs (CCPs)—including TNR, RTF, SNR, and TVNR. Panelists Dr. Kate Hurley (UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program), Julianna Tetlow (San Diego Humane Society), and Bruce Wagman (SF SPCA Shelter Policy and Legal Services) will unpack the recent court ruling in favor of the San Diego Humane Society’s CCP, setting a statewide precedent for similar programs.
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ASPCA Presents: ow in its 22nd year, this year’s conference features world-class continuing education from dozens of sessions covering the latest in medical, behavior and shelter operations. This year’s agenda features over 40 sessions, workshops, and roundtables for sheltering, veterinary, and behavior professionals, including a keynote by Vincent Medley, Maddie’s Human Animal Support Services Director at Austin Pets Alive.
$25 – $150
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ASPCA Presents: ow in its 22nd year, this year’s conference features world-class continuing education from dozens of sessions covering the latest in medical, behavior and shelter operations. This year’s agenda features over 40 sessions, workshops, and roundtables for sheltering, veterinary, and behavior professionals, including a keynote by Vincent Medley, Maddie’s Human Animal Support Services Director at Austin Pets Alive.
$25 – $150
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ASPCA Presents: ow in its 22nd year, this year’s conference features world-class continuing education from dozens of sessions covering the latest in medical, behavior and shelter operations. This year’s agenda features over 40 sessions, workshops, and roundtables for sheltering, veterinary, and behavior professionals, including a keynote by Vincent Medley, Maddie’s Human Animal Support Services Director at Austin Pets Alive.
$25 – $150
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The AAWA Presents: The Leadership Summit is a can’t-miss virtual professional development event for animal welfare leaders who want to boost their own skills and inspire their team members to flourish. Each day features a keynote, followed by a roundtable discussion, and then small group conversations.
Free
California for All Animals Presents: Don’t miss the last call before our August break! Immigration and Customs Enforcement is disrupting the safety and stability of our communities by targeting our neighbors and co-workers. When individuals face unexpected detention or move out of the U.S. to seek sanctuary, pets are often surrendered—and people become less likely to engage with organizations requiring identification for adoptions, RTO, or volunteer work. On July 15 at 12 p.m. PT, panelists will offer unique perspectives and practical strategies for supporting families and pets in our communities. This critical conversation will help us understand the changing landscape and develop responsive approaches so that we can act with care instead of fear, and protect each other.
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The AAWA Presents: The Leadership Summit is a can’t-miss virtual professional development event for animal welfare leaders who want to boost their own skills and inspire their team members to flourish. Each day features a keynote, followed by a roundtable discussion, and then small group conversations.
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CalAnimals Presents: This webinar offers a detailed introduction to the philosophy, and best practices of the San Diego House Rabbit Society (SDHRS), with a focus on practical strategies for shelter staff, field ACOs, and adoption counselors who interact with rabbits in their roles.
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The AAWA Presents: The Leadership Summit is a can’t-miss virtual professional development event for animal welfare leaders who want to boost their own skills and inspire their team members to flourish. Each day features a keynote, followed by a roundtable discussion, and then small group conversations.
Free
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The AVMA Presents (fee applies): AVMA is proud to host the 40th World Veterinary Association Congress in conjunction with AVMA Convention 2025. We’ll be bringing together the global veterinary community for an experience unlike any other: high-quality education, exciting events, and the incredible opportunity to meet colleagues from all over the world. Join us July 18-22, in Washington, D.C. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. It’s the premier veterinary event you don’t want to miss!
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UC Davis KSMP Presents: To practice more effective shelter medicine, we need competence, confidence, and community. The new UC Davis KSMP California Shelter Medicine Fellowship is a year-long collaborative engagement opportunity designed to strengthen all three. If you’re a California veterinarian who’s been working in or with an animal shelter for five years or less, apply by 7/18/25.
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The AVMA Presents (fee applies): AVMA is proud to host the 40th World Veterinary Association Congress in conjunction with AVMA Convention 2025. We’ll be bringing together the global veterinary community for an experience unlike any other: high-quality education, exciting events, and the incredible opportunity to meet colleagues from all over the world. Join us July 18-22, in Washington, D.C. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. It’s the premier veterinary event you don’t want to miss!
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Community Cats Podcast Presents (small fee applies): The Community Cats Podcast in partnership with the Tompkins Foundation for FeLV Advocacy will once again host the highly anticipated Online Feline Leukemia Day. This one-day event is dedicated exclusively to supporting cats affected by feline leukemia virus (FeLV), a retrovirus that impacts a cat’s immune system and makes them more vulnerable to illness. Designed for animal shelter staff, veterinarians, caregivers, and pet parents who care for these special kitties, the event will offer insights into the latest advancements in FeLV treatment and diagnosis, along with best practices for managing FeLV-positive cats in shelter settings.
$25
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The AVMA Presents (fee applies): AVMA is proud to host the 40th World Veterinary Association Congress in conjunction with AVMA Convention 2025. We’ll be bringing together the global veterinary community for an experience unlike any other: high-quality education, exciting events, and the incredible opportunity to meet colleagues from all over the world. Join us July 18-22, in Washington, D.C. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. It’s the premier veterinary event you don’t want to miss!
See event info
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The AVMA Presents (fee applies): AVMA is proud to host the 40th World Veterinary Association Congress in conjunction with AVMA Convention 2025. We’ll be bringing together the global veterinary community for an experience unlike any other: high-quality education, exciting events, and the incredible opportunity to meet colleagues from all over the world. Join us July 18-22, in Washington, D.C. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. It’s the premier veterinary event you don’t want to miss!
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The AVMA Presents (fee applies): AVMA is proud to host the 40th World Veterinary Association Congress in conjunction with AVMA Convention 2025. We’ll be bringing together the global veterinary community for an experience unlike any other: high-quality education, exciting events, and the incredible opportunity to meet colleagues from all over the world. Join us July 18-22, in Washington, D.C. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. It’s the premier veterinary event you don’t want to miss!
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Best Friends Presents: Join us for a transformative three-day virtual summit tailored specifically for animal control/service officers and dispatch in the Pacific Region. This summit aims to equip officers with advanced skills, innovative strategies, and a supportive network to enhance community engagement and animal welfare outcomes.
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NACA/Justice Clearinghouse Presents: The animal welfare industry is understaffed and facing worker turnover, like employers around the country. The effects are dire: animal shelter workers are burned out, and animals’ lives are at risk. But in the face of these challenges, Pasco County Animal Services (PCAS) in Florida has zero vacant positions and hasn’t had an opening in an entry-level position in over 14 months. PCAS Assistant Director Spencer Conover attributes this success to a positive workplace culture built through inspiration, leadership, recognition, equal pay, and training. In this webinar, Spencer will discuss how PCAS created and sustains its positive workplace culture and how you can easily adapt these methods to help better retain team members and build a positive workplace culture of your own.
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CVMA Presents (fee applies): Affordable care should not equate to substandard care. This presentation will cover how to utilize registered veterinary technicians (RVTs) and veterinary assistants to expand access to care in a surgical setting. We will also explore how leveraging RVTs and veterinary assistants can enhance access to affordable surgical care without compromising quality.
$25 – $120
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Best Friends Presents: Join us for a transformative three-day virtual summit tailored specifically for animal control/service officers and dispatch in the Pacific Region. This summit aims to equip officers with advanced skills, innovative strategies, and a supportive network to enhance community engagement and animal welfare outcomes.
Free
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Best Friends Presents: Join us for a transformative three-day virtual summit tailored specifically for animal control/service officers and dispatch in the Pacific Region. This summit aims to equip officers with advanced skills, innovative strategies, and a supportive network to enhance community engagement and animal welfare outcomes.
Free
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CalAnimals Presents: Join Petco Love for an eye-opening session on how to transform all facets of your adoption program into an irresistible first choice. We’ll break down customer psychology, challenge outdated strategies and introduce fresh, experience-driven adoption models that make saying “yes” to a pet effortless and exciting. Using innovative examples from across industries, like the simple “popsicle hotline” that gave Hollywood’s Magic Castle hotel an unheard-of boost in guest satisfaction and occupancy rates, this session will prove that you don’t have to spend big in order achieve exemplary service and drive customer loyalty.
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Pedigree Foundation and Adopt a Pet Present: We’ll explore public perceptions of fostering and share key survey insights into what motivates—or holds people back—from becoming fosters. We’ll also highlight differences between potential cat and dog fosters, giving you valuable guidance to attract and support the right fosters for your organization.
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Maddie’s Fund Presents: In this talk, Dr. Carley Faughn will focus on behavioral outcomes for cats and dogs, with an emphasis on large dogs but relevant to all animals. How do you communicate behavior challenges to potential fosters and/or adopters? How does your team discuss these challenges among themselves? How does your team work to de-escalate conversations with potential fosters/adopters as well as the community? What happens once an animal leaves your shelter that has behavior challenges? Dr. Faughn will share tips for all of these questions, with real life examples from 20+ years of experience in animal welfare.
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CVMA Presents (fee applies): Affordable care should not equate to substandard care. This presentation will cover how to utilize registered veterinary technicians (RVTs) and veterinary assistants to expand access to care in a surgical setting. We will also explore how leveraging RVTs and veterinary assistants can enhance access to affordable surgical care without compromising quality.
$25 – $120
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UC Davis KSMP Presents: Facing increasing intake numbers and the constant threat of infectious disease? If it seems like dogs keep getting sick no matter what you do, join KSMP Outreach Veterinarian Dr. Chumkee Aziz and learn steps you can take today to prevent and manage Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease (CIRD) in your shelter. With proven isolation and quarantine protocols, your team can create crucial room to breathe, ensuring more dogs stay healthy and ready for adoption.
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Community Cats Podcast Presents (small fee applies): Are you ready to be part of the solution for feral and stray cats in your neighborhood? Our expert instructors will teach you best practices for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and colony management. Learn what TNR is and why it works.
$10
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Maddie’s Fund Presents: Join us on the fourth Thursday of every month as we talk about dog and cat behavior – supporting pets in our community and animal shelters. Each month, we hear from speakers about topics of interest to our group, such as behavior medications, modifying animal behavior, assessing and improving animal welfare, and how organizations successfully provide behavior support to dogs and cats.
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CalAnimals Presents: Learn how to promote community-based lost pet reunification, reduce the number of stray animals entering your shelter, and identify owners of lost pets even without identification! DocuPet has designed and is now offering progressive tools—at no cost to shelters—to help pet owners find their lost pets prior to a finder having to bring them to the shelter or an ACO being called for a loose stray animal. Additionally, DocuPet has designed a Pet Record Search Tool that participating animal control agencies and shelters can access to help identify a pet owner, even if the pet does not have a tag number or microchip.
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United Spay Alliance Presents: Join us on Tuesday, July 29 for a live webinar with the authors of the new report, Free-Roaming Cat Management: A Funder’s Guide to Better Impact, commissioned by the Summerlee Foundation. This timely report takes a step back to assess where we’ve been, what’s working, and how we can align our resources for even greater results. Learn what the research tells us, explore key recommendations, and consider how the animal welfare field can move forward – together – with renewed clarity and purpose.
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MCVMA and AAVMP Present: In the current tumultuous political climate, knowing our rights and caring for our communities is more important than ever. Deportations are targeting BIPOC, primarily affecting Latinx and Asian-American communities. Veterinary medicine is not immune to the impacts. Our colleagues, employees, clients, and patients can all be affected. Aside from the devastating human impacts, pets could be separated from their family members with no warning or ability to plan for their care. This could lead to increased strain on shelters and rescues, increase barriers to accessing veterinary care, and lead to the loss of some of our most vulnerable veterinary colleagues. Knowing our rights can help us protect each other.
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Community Cats Podcast Presents (small fee may apply): How can we streamline the process of reuniting lost pets with their owners—without overburdening our dedicated staff and volunteers or filling up shelter space with lengthy stray holds? In this session, we’ll explore straightforward, effective strategies and processes you can implement to support the owners of lost cats, become a valuable resource for those who find stray cats, and boost the rates at which cats in our shelters are joyfully reunited with their families.
$10
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Outcomes for Pets Consulting Presents: We’ll break down the key solvable challenges and offer practical fixes that have worked time and time again to reduce length of stay, improve staff and volunteer morale, make shelters safer, and ensure every animal receives the care and attention they deserve. Dr. Sara Pizano, Jackson Galaxy, and Cameron Moore will come together for the first time to share their combined decades of experience helping shelters recover from crises, improve operations, and plan for the future.
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Shelter Animals Count Presents: The rate of animals that are entering animal sheltering organizations spayed or neutered at intake are falling—and the impact of that is compounding. Join Shelter Animals Count as we unveil findings from our new Altered Status Report, a five-year national analysis of spay/neuter trends in shelter populations based on exclusive animal-level data from over 260 organizations. Special guest Dr. Julie Levy will present insights from her latest study, The Post-Pandemic Pet Sterilization Gap, providing critical context on how the pandemic exacerbated surgical shortfalls—and what we can do now to catch up.
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Humane World for Animals Presents (fee applies): Taking Action for Animals (TAFA) brings together volunteers, advocates and animal welfare organizations from across the U.S. for one shared goal: to better the lives of animals and people alike. TAFA will take place in New Orleans from August 1-3, 2025.
$75
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Humane World for Animals Presents (fee applies): Taking Action for Animals (TAFA) brings together volunteers, advocates and animal welfare organizations from across the U.S. for one shared goal: to better the lives of animals and people alike. TAFA will take place in New Orleans from August 1-3, 2025.
$75
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