Virtual Seminar - Thursdays in June - Shelter Behavior with Kelley Bollen - CalAnimals (open to non-members also)
2020-08-20 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
This 4 session VIRTUAL workshop designed for all levels of shelter staff will cover advice to resolve common dog and cat behavior problems to prevent surrender, a behavior perspective on intake and adoptions, canine behavior evaluations and decisions-making, and behavior modification in the shelter.
Each session is 90 minutes, from 11am to 12:30pm Pacific Time every Thursday in June, beginning June 4th.
The topics are:

Advice to Resolve Common Behavior Problems in Dogs and Cats to Prevent Surrender – June 4th

Intake and Adoptions – A Behavior Perspective – June 11th

Canine Behavior Evaluations and Disposition Decision Making – June 18th

Behavior Modification in the Shelter – June 25th

Tuition for entire series:
$40 Staff & Volunteers of CalAnimals Member Organizations – Remember to sign into the Member Portal to receive member discount.
$55 non-members
Complete your registration today. You will be automatically enrolled in ALL 4 sessions. A unique code and password will be emailed to you. The link may not be shared.

6/4/2020 to 6/25/2020

When:
All Thursdays in June
11am-12:30pm

Where:
VIRTUAL – 4 ZOOM WEBINARS

Presenter:
Kelley Bollen, MS, CABC

Contact:
Kathy Anderson
Kathy@CalAnimals.org

REGISTER HERE: https://calanimals.site-ym.com/event/KelleyBollenWorkshopJune

Webinar Series - Thursdays in August - Shelter Behavior Seminar 2 with Kelley Bollen - CalAnimals (fee applies)
2020-08-20 11:00 - 12:30
New and informative – Kelley Bollen Animal Behavior Series 2 – by popular request! This 4-session workshop, presented by Kelley Bollen, MS, CABC, and designed for all levels of shelter staff, will dive deeper into understanding and improving animal behavior while helping shelters to improve outcomes. Kelley will respond live to your questions at the end of each 90 minute session.

8/6/2020 to 8/27/2020

When:
4 Thursdays in August
11am-12:30pm (PST)

Where:
4 Live ZOOM Webinars in August 2020

Presenter:
Kelley Bollen, MS, CABC

Contact:
Kathy Anderson
Kathy@CalAnimals.org

Online registration is available until: 8/31/2020

This 4-session workshop, presented by Kelley Bollen, MS, CABC, and designed for all levels of shelter staff, will dive deeper into understanding and improving animal behavior while helping shelters to improve outcomes.
Each ZOOM session is 90 minutes.
The topics are:

Reading Dog and Cat Body Language – August 6

How Animals Learn and Training in the Shelter – August 13

Dogs Gone Crazy – The Negative Effects of Captivity –August 20

Life Changing Animals – Placing the Difficult Dogs –August 27

Tuition includes the entire series:
$40 Staff & Volunteers of CalAnimals Member Organizations – Remember to sign into the Member Portal to receive member discount.

$55 Non-Members – If the animal welfare organization you work for is a member of CalAnimals you are eligible to register at the discounted price. Request a sub-account prior to registering to receive discount.
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Be sure to complete your registration. You will be automatically enrolled in ALL 4 sessions. A unique code and password will later be emailed individually for each session. The links may not be shared – thank you for respecting the speaker’s livelihood.
*Your paid registration will allow you to view recorded sessions for a limited time at your convenience after they air live.

WEBSITE LINK: https://calanimals.site-ym.com/event/ShelterBehavior2

Webinar - 8/20/20 - Training -v- Management with Suzanne Clothier (fee applies)
2020-08-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Training vs. Management
For many of our clients, they unknowingly drift between training and management. Because they are not clear on the difference, they believe their dog has learned X, Y or Z when in reality, they have managed the dog’s behavior, not taught actual skills. This frustrates the handler and leads to misunderstandings.
Both management and training have their place in humane, effective training. Knowing the difference between the two modes of interacting with the dog is key to helping your clients set clear expectations in any training program.
This webinar focuses on:

What is management?
Benefits & drawbacks of management
Does management always fail?
What is training?
Training vs prevention
The Think & Learn zone
Decision points: when to train, when to manage

Daily lives with our dogs are an ever changing blend of management and training, depending on the individual dog, our lifestyle, our skill level, expectations, and so many other factors. When a handler knows which mode they using at any given time, they can set realistic expectations for their dog’s behavior.
This video will be recorded in case you cannot attend live. 48 hours after the event, all who are registered will receive a link to the recording.
CEUS for IAABC and PPAB pending.
WEBSITE LINK: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7234668171766327308?source=IAABC

Webinar - 8/20/20 - What are Mesopredators? Taking a Deeper Look at Solving Problems with Our Smallest Urban Predators - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2020-08-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Do all opossums have rabies? How can you avoid being sprayed by a skunk? What should you do about raccoons living inside attics or chimneys? This webinar will take a deeper look into the ecology of the most common mesopredators (including foxes, raccoons, opossums, and skunks) in our urban and suburban communities. Learn through video examples about their behaviors, how they have adapted to live in urban areas, and how they flourish as our wild neighbors. This webinar will also discuss the most common conflicts (real or perceived) that these species can create, and the best methods for preventing and solving them when they do occur.

The National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA) was formed in 1978 for the express purpose of assisting its members to perform their duties in a professional manner. We believe only carefully selected and properly trained animal control personnel can correct community problems resulting from irresponsible animal ownership. NACA’s purpose is to preserve the Human/Animal Bond by insisting on responsible animal ownership.

The National Law Enforcement Center on Animal Abuse was established by the National Sheriffs’ Association to provide law enforcement officers information on the realities of animal abuse and to promote their proactive involvement in the enforcement of animal abuse laws in their communities. Through our partners, the Center will serve as an information clearinghouse and forum for law enforcement on the growing problem of animal abuse and its link to other types of crimes, including violence against humans. The Center also promotes officer safety in officer-dog encounters through continuing education and training.

Founded in 1954, the Humane Society of the United States and its affiliates around the globe fight the big fights to end suffering for all animals. Together with millions of supporters, the HSUS takes on puppy mills, factory farms, trophy hunts, animal testing and other cruel industries, and together with its affiliates, rescues and provides direct care for over 100,000 animals every year. The HSUS works on reforming corporate policy, improving and enforcing laws and elevating public awareness on animal issues.

** This webinar has been certified by the National Sheriffs’ Association and may be eligible for Continuing Education Units through your POST. Please consult your local certification processes for additional details. Paid subscribers that attend will be able to download a jointly issued attendance certificate that includes the National Sheriffs’ Association logo.

Presenters:

John Griffin has 20+ years of field experience ranging from resolving conflict issues with raccoons to protecting great apes. As Senior Director of Urban Wildlife Programs for the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), John oversees field service and policy programs that resolve conflicts with wildlife. John has provided trainings and consultation for animal care and control, municipal agencies and state agencies. He has led workshops at national, state and regional conferences, and has been a speaker at academic and international conferences. John has also worked extensively with the professional wildlife rehabilitation community as well as to reform the commercial wildlife control industry and serves on advisory boards and working groups with those focuses. John is published on a number of topics and was recently a National Geographic Expedition team member exploring raccoon behavior in urban areas.
WEBSITE LINK: https://justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/what-are-mesopredators-taking-a-deeper-look-at-solving-problems-with-our-smallest-urban-predators/

Online Event - 8/20/20 - Ken Ramirez, Malena DeMartinin-Price and Terrie Hayward - Helping Animals Overcome Separation Anxiety - Karen Pryor Academy
2020-08-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
LIVE FROM THE RANCH

Join Ken Ramirez, KPCT’s Chief Training Officer, for a free hour-long virtual event live from The Ranch on Thursday, August 20 at 12:00 pm (PT). Ken will be joined by Malena DeMartini-Price and Terrie Hayward to talk about ways to help our animals overcome separation anxiety.
Ken Ramirez is the EVP and Chief Training Officer at Karen Pryor Clicker Training, co-leading the company with Aaron Clayton. Ken oversees the vision for, and development of, training education programs. You will usually find Ken teaching at a ClickerExpo conference, leading a course at the Karen Pryor National Training Center (The Ranch), or teaching one of the Karen Pryor Academy courses.A 40+ year veteran of animal care and training, Ken is a biologist and behaviorist who has supervised the development care and training of more than 40,000 species. He has worked with organizations across the globe to improve animal training, program effectiveness, and animal health and welfare. Ken’s diverse body of contributions includes designing and implementing conservation projects for elephant protection and spearheading projects to train everything from komodo dragons to butterflies. Ken’s extensive canine work includes working with trainers, organizations, and federal and state agencies on training procedures for topics including aggression, search-and-rescue, and scent detection.
Ken has written/edited two successful books, taught at a major university, hosted two successful seasons of the television series Talk to the Animals, and was EVP of animal care and training at Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium. When he’s not doing cool stuff with animals and people, you might find Ken at a NY theater or at any movie screening.
Malena DeMartini, CTC, is renowned in the dog training world for her work on canine separation anxiety (SA) disorder. Her book, Treating Separation Anxiety in Dogs, has helped countless numbers of dogs and her recent online course for guardians called Mission: POSSIBLE is proving to be an invaluable resource in the industry. In addition to writing and lecturing worldwide, Malena oversees a team of top SA trainers and runs an internationally accessible certification program for accomplished dog professionals looking to hone their skills. Malena is passionate about furthering education in this field through science-based methods – her next book will be coming out in October of 2020.
Terrie Hayward is a certified professional animal trainer and the owner of PAW-Positive Animal Wellness, LLC, in Rincon, Puerto Rico. She specializes in working with deaf dogs and with dogs suffering from canine separation anxiety.
Terrie holds a master’s degree in education. She is a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP) and a KPA faculty member. Terrie is certified by the Council for Professional Dog Trainers and is a Certified Member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants.
Terrie works with families and their animal companions, presents workshops, travels, and consults—always focusing on positive reinforcement interactions and modifying behavior through applications in behavior analysis. She is the author of A Deaf Dog Joins the Family: Training, Education, and Communication for a Smooth Transition and the co-author of the new book Grooming Without Stress: Safer, Quicker, Happier as well as the now-available Your 10 Minute a Day Dog. Terrie has published behavior and training articles in Bark Magazine, Grooming Business, Pet Business, Deaf Dogs Rock, and on the Karen Pryor Clicker Training website.
Learn more about Terrie on her website or on Facebook or LinkedIn.
WEBSITE LINK: https://theranch.clickertraining.com/live/#next

Million Cat Challenge Kitten Webinar Series - Thursdays 8/6/20 to 9/3/20 - Webinar #3 - 8/20/20 - Foster Greatness - MCC and Royal Canin
2020-08-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Million Cat Challenge Kitten Webinar Series
1. Kitten Intake in Animal Shelters – 8/6/20
Length: 90 minutes (60 presentation, 30 min Q+A)
Dr. Kate Hurley, together with Hannah Shaw, a.k.a. the Kitten Lady, we’ll discuss new intake philosophies and management models that prioritize kittens’ safety, community engagement and keeping feline families together. Plus! Find out about the industry powerhouses that are stepping up to support you in your next chapter of kitten lifesaving.
Join us on Thursday, August 6 at 12n Pacific / 3pm Eastern for a presentation and Q&A with Million Cat Challenge co-founder Dr. Kate Hurley and Hannah Shaw (the Kitten Lady).
This webinar will be recorded.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fWjeS34ITJKIQeDXWJ2bFQ
Maddie’s Fund® has applied for advanced approval of Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit.
Speakers – Kate Hurley, DVM, MPVM, Dip. ABVP (Shelter Medicine) and Hannah Shaw

2. Support for Kittens in the Field – 8/13/20
Length: 90 minutes (60 presentation, 30 min Q+A)
Description
Supporting kittens and their families starts before they show up on your intake counter. Find out what field officers, volunteers and fosters are doing to give kittens the best chance of survival while streamlining operations and expanding safety nets outside shelter walls.
Join us on Thursday, August 13 at 12n Pacific / 3pm Eastern for a presentation and Q&A with Million Cat Challenge co-founder Dr. Julie Levy.
This webinar will be recorded.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_URV9a49QTDet_4vyUqwQEg
Maddie’s Fund® has applied for advanced approval of Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit.
Speaker – Julie Levy, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, DABVP

3. Foster Greatness – 8/20/20
Length: 90 minutes (60 presentation, 30 min Q+A)
Description Gone are the days of handwritten applications and in-person volunteer orientations. Foster programs are evolving at lightning speed, leveraging new technologies to give their program a digital makeover. If you’d like to recruit, train and onboard volunteers quicker, better, faster, then grab your foster coordinators and a seat in this action-packed webinar now.
Join us on Thursday, August 20 at 12n Pacific / 3pm Eastern for a presentation and Q&A with Dr. Sara Pizano.
This webinar will be recorded.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FsA46eJVT3aqyly_6Gah7g
Maddie’s Fund® has applied for advanced approval of Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit.
Speaker – Sara Pizano, DVM, MA, Founder and Animal Welfare Strategist, Team Shelter USA, LLC

4. Kitten Care in the Shelter – 8/27/20
Length: 90 minutes (60 presentation, 30 min Q+A)
Description In this hour-long webinar, we’ll go inside the shelter to find out what’s new in the world of kitten care, pathway planning, wellness, and pediatric spay/neuter. We’ll discuss which shelter protocols are impacting flow-through and length-of-stay, which kittens should stay in the shelter and for how long, what you should consider when modernizing your sterilization protocols, and how technology is advancing our shelters by maximizing our efficiency. Still have questions? Stay for the Q&A!
Join us on Thursday, August 27 at 12n Pacific / 3pm Eastern for a presentation and Q&A with Dr. Cynthia (Cindi) Delany.
This webinar will be recorded.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RlksnRp1Rv-QafsSd8HQ9A
Maddie’s Fund® has applied for advanced approval of Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit.
Speaker – Cynthia (Cindi) Delany, DVM, Shelter Veterinarian/Manager, UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program; Executive Director, California Animal Shelter Friends, Inc.

5. Going Home – 9/3/20
Length: 90 minutes (60 presentation, 30 min Q+A)
Description Learn how to take your matchmaking game from the adoption floor to the worldwide web. Our industry is changing fast and early-adopting shelters are already reaping the benefits of modernizing their adoption programs. Online meetups, adoption appointments, automated scheduling, Facetiming cats and virtual paloozas: It’s a whole new matchmaking world out there!
Join us on Thursday, September 3 at 12n Pacific / 3pm Eastern for a presentation and Q&A with Dr. Sara Pizano.
This webinar will be recorded.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_s-53Y7CpRW2s3oRt1mqy1Q
Maddie’s Fund® has applied for advanced approval of Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit.
Speaker – Sara Pizano, DVM, MA, Founder and Animal Welfare Strategist, Team Shelter USA, LLC

Town Hall - 3 Part Mini-Series - 8/13/20, 8/20/20, 8/27/20 - 2020: the Times They Are A-Changin' - Best Friends
2020-08-20 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
Town Hall Mini-Series
August 13, 20, 27 @ 6:00 PM EST
2020: the times they are a-changin’
The impacts of COVID-19 on every aspect of life are immeasurable and animal welfare is no exception. However, one of the greatest realizations to emerge from the pandemic is that real change is possible in our field.
Join us for a three-part series as we dive into navigating the landscape of change, especially as it pertains to leveraging our communities and removing barriers to support lifesaving work.
We will hear from Best Friends staff members who underwent personal transformations in previous roles and network partners who worked through shifting organizational operations. In the final town hall of the series, we will come together for an open discussion where no question is off limits.
Register here.
You can view previous Town Halls here.
WEBSITE LINK: https://network.bestfriends.org/lifesaving-library/covid-19/upcoming-virtual-events

Webinar - 8/20/20 - Jessica Hekman, PhD, DVM - The Genetics of Personality - FDSA (fee applies)
2020-08-20 15:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Date: Thursday, August 20, 2020
Time: 3pm Pacific Time (Click here for time at FDSA (Pacific Time).
Fee: $19.95 – Registration required PRIOR to scheduled presentation time.
What do (and don’t) we know about how genetics affects canine personality? In this webinar, Jessica Hekman will take a deep dive into her own area of research – how genetics affects personality in dogs.
How much of canine personality is due to genetics and how much to environment? How do researchers track down genes related to personality? Have any such genes yet been found? Can we expect a genetic test for dog reactivity any time soon?
In this webinar, Jessica will particularly address examples from human literature about traits that are similar to reactivity in dogs, and will discuss the difficulties inherent in studying traits like drive and environmental versus handler focus, as well as possible solutions to those problems. As always, there will be something for everyone, so come listen and ask questions, whether you are just starting to wrap your head around genetics or whether you’re a confirmed science geek!
Watch the Trailer:

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar - 8/20/20 - Veterinary Medicine in the COVID-19 Era: Where Are We Now and Where Are We Going? J. Scott Weese, DVM, DVSc, DACVIM (LAIM) - VIN/VSPN
2020-08-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
In this rounds…
It’s been over 6 months since SARS-CoV-2 arrived in North America. This session will take a look at where we stand on the epidemic curve, highlight proven and unproven mitigation measures, update what we know about animals, and focus on how we continue to function.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.vin.com/vinmembers/rounds?id=9760247

Webinar - 8/20/20 - Barbara Lloyd - PTSD in Dogs and Concrete Advice for the People Who Love Them - FDSA (fee applies)
2020-08-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
Date: Thursday, August 20, 2020
Time: 6pm Pacific Time (Click here for time at FDSA (Pacific Time).
Fee: $19.95 – Registration required PRIOR to scheduled presentation time.
Read Barbara’s Bio Here
There is a common misconception that dogs only live in the moment. This fallacy has proven to be particularly harmful to dogs that suffer from PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder).
If dogs only lived in the moment they would be unable to learn, and they would not survive as a species. They would be unable to remember any events that occurred in their life and that would make them impossible to train – and we know that dogs are highly trainable! Survival of a species is dependent upon understanding what works and what does not. It means holding onto memories, and science has shown us that the strongest memories are linked to emotions.
Positive emotions are linked with happiness, satiation, security and well being. Negative emotions are hard wired into the fight or flight primitive part of brain. These emotions when triggered through either intentional or unintentional acts, can sometimes cause an irreversible conditioning that we call Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
There is a lack of information available to individuals who adopt pets with traumatic pasts but we absolutely have knowledge and techniques for helping dogs that show clear signs of PTSD and trauma from their past. Sharing this information, discussing behaviors associated with canine PTSD, and helping handlers identify possible triggers and a game plan for how to best live with, love and support a dog with PTSD is is the subject of this webinar.
Barbara will draw on examples from client dogs and from her personal experiences living with her rescue dog Didi, a GSDX, who was the victim of one of the worst cases of torture and abuse in Saskatchewan. She will point you and your dog to the light at the end of the tunnel, and give you a framework on how to build trust and confidence between you and your PTSD dog.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Online Meeting - Fridays - Animal Welfare Leadership Round Up - Hosted by Maddie's Fund
2020-08-21 08:00 - 09:00 | Virtual
These calls are for executive and leadership level staff. 150 to 200 shelter professionals, national leaders and shelter veterinarians typically participate and we discuss everything from disaster and emergency relief planning, to creating more diverse, equitable and inclusive organizations, to addressing the realities of budget reductions and the need to pivot to better serve people and animals.
Link to join meeting (note this has changed!)
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MEETING LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88202883764?pwd=[REDACTED]

Online Event - Wednesdays - Maddie's Instructor Summit - AmPa!
2020-08-21 13:00 - 14:00
The AmPA! weekly Maddie’s Instructor Summit offers shelters and rescues a chance to talk through the most current animal sheltering challenges! Topics will change each week.
You’ll join Dr. Ellen Jefferson and the instructors from Maddie’s Lifesaving Academy, as well as other industry leaders, but, more importantly, you’ll be able to engage face to face (digitally!) with people like you. Because not feeling alone makes this work a lot easier.
Click this link to join at 3pm CT: https://bit.ly/3cjHM5I
WEBSITE LINK: Facebook Page With Info – Click Here

Online Event - Fridays - Maddie's Instructor Summit - AmPa!
2020-08-21 13:00 - 14:00

Webinar Series - Saturdays August 2020 - Managing Dog-Dog Interactions and Avoiding Dog-Play Dangers - Sue Sternberg - PuppyWorks
2020-08-22 09:00 - 11:00
This is a 4 part series of live online webinars – 2 hours each Saturday in August. The seminar will include Assessing Dog-Dog Reactivity and Interactions, Dog Play Dangers: What to watch for at dog parks, daycare, shelters and among dogs at home, Managing in the Real World with a Reactive or Non-Reactive Dog, and Socialization Techniques for Puppies and Adolescents to Prevent Reactivity Before it Starts.

SEMINAR PROGRAM
​All Segments are streamed live & online at the following U.S./ Canada times: 12:00 Noon (East coast); 11:00 AM (Central); 10:00 AM (Mountain); 9:00 AM (West Coast)

Each segment starts with Sue’s presentation of about 1 1/4 hrs. (75 min.), followed by a 15 minute “coffee break” and ends with 45 minute Q/A session during which Sue will respond to on-line attendee questions.
Attendees may submit videos (1 min. or less) of dog-dog encounters for Sue to comment on.
Attendees will be able to access a complete recording of each session they attend, for 1 year.

​​ Saturday, August 1: Assessing Dog-Dog Reactivity & Interactions

How to use the Assess-A- Pet four-step, on-leash procedures to look for low risk, moderate risk, and high risk responses in dogs

​ Saturday, August 8: Avoiding Dog-Play Dangers

How to assess dog-dog engagements to look for compatible playmates
Observing low risk behaviors, moderate risk, and high risk behaviors
When to interrupt
How to interrupt
How much play is healthy or necessary?

​ Saturday, August 15: Managing in the Real World with a Reactive or Non-Reactive Dog

Is there more reactivity today than ever?
Reactivity is contagious
Possible contributing factors for reactivity
What if EVERY dog owner managed his or her dog AS IF he were reactive?
How to manage a dog in public or in private spaces
Sensitive events for triggering reactivity
Training tips for reactivity

Saturday, August 22: Socializing Techniques for Puppies & Adolescents

Prevent Reactivity Before it Starts
Are current puppy classes designed for today’s world? What kind of socialization is best for puppies, so they grow up into dogs that, while out in public, are able to ignore most other dogs, while remaining connected with their owners.
What if instead of a puppy, someone gets an older dog? Is it still possible to provide socialization?

August 1, 2020

Assessing Dog-Dog Reactivity & Interactions
2-Hour Webinar
2 CEU’s

August 8, 2020

Dog Play Dangers:
What to watch for at Dog Parks, Daycare, Shelters & among Dogs at Home
2-Hour Webinar
2 CEU’s

August 15, 2020

Managing in the Real World with a Reactive or Non-Reactive Dog
2-Hour Webinar
2 CEU’s

August 22, 2020

Socialization Techniques for Puppies & Adolescents to Prevent Reactivity Before it Starts
2-Hour Webinar
2 CEU’s

SPEAKER PROFILE

SUE STERNBERG (www.suesternberg.com), is the winner of APDT’s 2016 Lifetime Achievement Award.
She founded the shelter featured in an HBO documentary: Shelter Dogs (www.shelterdogs.org). She has developed national programs, such as Training Wheels® for community shelter outreach and dedicated herself to ensuring the quality of life of animals in their communities, at animal shelters and in safe adoptions. Her 30 years of canine behavior experience, includes as an animal control officer, behavior consultant at the ASPCA, shelter owner, successful competitor in dog sports, and a teacher of dog trainers world-wide.
She is the author of Great Dog Adoptions: A Guide for Shelters (Latham Foundation publication) and Successful Dog Adoption published by Wiley. Her most recent publications (all published by Dogwise) include Out and About With Your Dog, Dog-Dog Interactions, Assessing Aggression Thresholds in Dogs and Understanding Sociability (DVD).
Click here for Sue’s website.

WEBINAR LINK: https://www.puppyworks.com/sternbergwebinar

Workshop - 8/22/20 - Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop - Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
2020-08-22 11:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Are you ready to be part of the solution for feral and stray cats in your neighborhood? Learn what TNR is, why it works, and how to get started. Our expert instructors will teach you the best practices for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and colony management. Plus, you’ll receive a certificate of completion after you attend.
Join Neighborhood Cats and The Community Cats Podcast on August 22, 2020, from 2:00–4:30 p.m. EDT. to find out everything you need to know to become part of the solution for feral and stray cats in your neighborhood. Expert instructors will teach you the 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.
PLEASE NOTE – Webinar registration links will appear on the page you will be sent to after completing your purchase and on your receipt. You must complete this step in order to participate in the event. If you do not receive a receipt, please email support@communitycatspodcast.com before August 17th for assistance.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/product/neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop/?mc_cid=dc8e774293&mc_eid=246765eb8f

Webinar - 8/23/20 - What’s New in Canine Flu and Other CIRD Conundrums - VetGirl/Zoetis
2020-08-23 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual
In this complimentary VETgirl–Zoetis online webinar, Dr. Karen Stasiak, MSN, DVM reviews Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease (CIRD) complex. In this lecture, she’ll review:

How to apply pulmonary immunology to clinical vaccine decision making
What the common pathogens of the CIRD complex are
How to identify the unique immune responses and virulence factors of canine influenza and Bordetella
Which diagnostic options to choose for CIRD and options for managing CIRD outbreaks.

Find out what you need to know to keep your canine patients safe!
Thanks to sponsorship from Zoetis Petcare, this webinar is free to all!

Not a VETgirl ELITE member? VETgirl ELITE members receive 100+ hours of RACE-approved, online veterinary CE/year ($249). That way, you know that you have flexibility to view any of our webinars (including small animal, large animal, veterinary technician, leadership, and listen to our podcasts when you have time.
All the webinars are recorded and can be viewed 24/7 after their release date for CE credit. If you’re watching the recording later on, don’t forget to take the CE quiz with it when you’re done to get your CE certificate! Don’t see the quiz? Please check our our HELP CENTER for answers for important information, specific quiz information here!
*Note: Viewing this webinar is for individual use only; VETgirl webinars are not designed nor meant to be viewed in a group setting due to RACE-CE audit purposes. Inappropriate sharing or viewing of the webinar may result in revoking of membership.
RACE-CE provider name: VETgirl, LLC
RACE Provider number: 785
RACE Program number: 41647/41648
This program has been approved for continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE approval; however participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Call VETgirl (858.859.1838) for further questions.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/august-23-2020-whats-new-in-canine-flu-and-other-cird-conundrums/

VIN Rounds - 8/23/20 - From the Feline Frontlines 2: Updates on Frustrating Febrile Felines - VIN/VSPN
2020-08-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
Cats present a unique diagnostic challenge as not only can their symptoms be subtle, but baseline diagnostics all too frequently give nonspecific results. An elevated body temperature can be an important clue when combined with the history, physical exam, and screening tests. In this lecture we will explore the reasons underlying an elevated body temperature, discuss broad differential categories, and use this information to refine the optimal diagnostic and therapeutic approach.
WEBSITE LINK: https://beta.vin.com/vinmembers/rounds?id=9724172

Weekly Call - Monday Mornings - Connect With Other Animal Shelter Professionals - Maddie's Fund
2020-08-24 07:00 - 08:00
Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, animal shelter workers, volunteers and animal welfare leaders from across the country have been meeting every Monday morning at 7am PT/10am ET to discuss protocols, ideas, obstacles they’re facing and more.
Led by Kristen Hassen-Auerbach, Director of Pima Animal Care in Tucson, AZ, these calls have provided an opportunity for people to connect that otherwise may not have even met.
“The purpose of these calls is simple – maintain connection among shelter professionals, provide support and comradery, and share science-based news and information along with emerging best practices in animal welfare,” Hassen-Auerbach says. “These calls are always lively and interesting and we’re not afraid to debate and share different perspectives from the attendees. You can take center stage and share your thoughts and ideas in front of several hundred of your colleagues or quietly drink your morning coffee and listen in.”
For many, these calls have been an invaluable resource. “When the subject of DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) came to the front of all of our minds, the calls adapted and we had a space to again learn from one another,” said Emily Klehm from South Suburban Humane Society in Chicago Heights, IL. “The calls have been my go-to source for grant information, statistics and trends. I’ve also been able to identify and connect to colleagues working on the same issues in similar communities.”
Dr. Ellen Jefferson, Executive Director at Austin Pets Alive! adds, “We hear from people in the industry who have important information related to COVID, new programming and research.  This is information you can’t possibly get in your day to day work at your local shelter.”
If you’re a shelter professional, dedicated volunteer or run a rescue organization, we want you to join us! Bookmark this link and we will see you on Monday!
Note: The calls are recorded so if you can’t make it, you can listen in later. If you haven’t already, join the Facebook group to access the link to recorded calls and to connect with others on there.

Webinar - 8/24/20 - Starting Small Animal Dentistry - VDOS - (fee applies)
2020-08-24 10:00 - 11:20
This webinar will introduce you to the world of small animal dentistry and oral surgery. It will explain what equipment, instruments, materials, knowledge and skills are needed to become proficient in this most important discipline of veterinary medicine. The didactic lecture will last 1 hour, but the webinar is designed so that there is extra time for interactive participation and answering your questions.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.vdos.org/vets-and-techs

Webinar - 8/25/20 - Affordable Housing and Eviction Crisis - HSUS
2020-08-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Affordable housing shortages already existed for renters in every state in the country before the pandemic. Now tens of millions of renters are estimated to be at risk of eviction in the coming months due to exacerbated challenges from COVID 19.
Join us to hear from leaders across the country on how to implement housing and eviction support programs. Learn how you can get started to assist your community with advocacy surrounding rental assistance, support services that keep pets with their families, and temporary foster efforts.
WEBSITE LINK: https://humanesociety.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vuXzFVDYTtmFxKN7GxaGHQ

Webinar Series - 8/26/20 - Stress Recognition and Reduction for Shelter Animals - Alive and Thriving Animal Behavior Seminars - Kelly Bollen
2020-08-26 09:00 - 10:30 | Virtual
Hello Shelter Friends,
Kelley Bollen here. In conjunction with the non-profit organization Humane Network I am launching a new program called Alive & Thriving.
I named my new program Alive & Thriving because its so important that we not only work to save lives, but also to help the animal in our care to THRIVE – both in our shelter and in their new home.
To launch Alive & Thriving I am offering a FREE live 4-session animal behavior seminar. Each Zoom video session will last 90 minutes and will only be available live (these sessions will not be recorded). You are welcome to sign up for any or all of the workshops.
The four workshops include:

Reading Dog and Cat Body Language – Aug.19
Stress Recognition and Reduction for Shelter Animals – Aug. 26
Enrichment for Shelter Dogs and Cats – Sept. 2
Training Animals in the Shelter – Sept. 9

All sessions on are on Wednesdays at 9 a.m. PDT, 10 a.m. MDT, 11 a.m. CDT, and noon EDT. As time permits, questions will be answered at the end of each session.)
Seminar attendees will be eligible for discounted behavioral consulting services. Contact me with any questions about the seminar or my shelter behavior consulting services. http://www.kelleybollen.com

Space is limited so register now

Register for free animal behavior seminar series

When: Wednesdays Aug. 19 & 26 and Sept. 2 and 9, from 9 to 11 a.m. Pacific (starting 10 a.m. Mountain, 11 a.m. Central, noon Eastern)

What: Four-session online seminar presented by Kelley Bollen, MS, CABC, specifically designed for staff at animal shelters, rescues, and nonprofit veterinary clinics.

How: 90-minute Zoom video sessions – only viewable live; no recordings will be available later. The Zoom links will be sent starting Aug. 12.

Cost: Free, thanks to a generous donation from a private funder. Attendees will be eligible for discounted behavioral consulting services by Kelley Bollen.

Questions: If you have questions, please email Kelley Bollen at info@humanenetwork.org.​

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.humanenetwork.org/signup-form-for-alive-thriving?mc_cid=c3ccf98e5d&mc_eid=e1fe8f1360

Webinar - 8/26/20 - Oh No, Please Don’t Go! Pet Behavioral Well-Being in Times of Change - Fear Free
2020-08-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
In our lifetime, we’ve seen dogs and cats move from animals to pets to family members, celebrating, nurturing, and protecting the human-animal bond. While our beloved pets are helping us cope with the extreme stresses of the pandemic and societal turmoil, we shouldn’t stand by and allow any repercussions caused by helping us. Veterinarians must proactively and preventively counsel pet owners on meeting behavioral needs, recognizing and managing anxiety and stress, preparing their pets to be home alone, and immediately reporting behavior problems so that they can be promptly diagnosed and treated. We have a professional obligation and opportunity to look after pet’s physical and emotional wellbeing and help pet parents with education of what steps they can take to help their pets live happy, healthy, full lives.
In this webinar, Marty Becker, DVM, and Gary Landsberg, DVM, MRCVS, DACVB, DECAWBM, will address:
– The human-animal bond and the effects of routine changes
– Proactive client communication about separation stress
– Difficult behavior conversations
– Solutions and treatment strategies for behavioral issues
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zU7t93WmTQS5IhYsJ9zKNQ

Webinar - 8/26/20 - Common Dental and Oral Pathology - VDOS - fee applies
2020-08-26 10:00 - 11:50
You are not sure about how to call lesions in the mouth of dogs and cats? Looks like this, but could be that? Learn their names, causes, what else they could look like, and how to address them!
This webinar will review the most common dental and oral pathologies in dogs and cats, including periodontal disease, gingival enlargement, oral ulcers, stomatitis, eosinophilic granuloma, pyogenic granuloma, tooth wear, tooth fracture, endodontic and periapical disease, tooth resorption, jaw fracture, temporomandibular joint disorders, palate defects, oral soft tissue trauma, and oral tumors. The focus is on recognizing potential causes and diagnostic features of these conditions. The didactic lecture will last 1.5 hours, but the webinar is designed so that there is extra time for interactive participation and answering your questions.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.vdos.org/event-details/common-dental-and-oral-pathology-2

Webinar - 8/26/20 - Desensitization and Counterconditioning - Dr. Chris Pachel – The Details Make All the Difference! - Dog-iBox (fee applies)
2020-08-26 10:30 - 12:00 | Virtual
Desensitization and counterconditioning are two of the most commonly recommended techniques for changing behavior or emotional states, but they have to be implemented correctly to be successful! This presentation will cover the principles of these techniques as well as troubleshooting many of mistakes that are commonly made by owners, vets, and trainers.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.dog-ibox.com/market/catalog/live-webinars/live-webinars-english-c-34/desensitization-and-counterconditioning-the-details-make-all-the-difference.html

Webinar - 8/26/20 - Anchor Treatment for Long-Term Control of Atopic Dermatitis - Dealing with Itchy Pets - VetGirl and Zoetis
2020-08-26 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual
Join us for a FREE VETgirl–Zoetis webinar by Dr. Dana Liska, DACVD, as she discusses long-term control of atopic dermatitis. In this webinar, she’ll share up-to-date, evidence-based medical literature to help you learn how we can tailor therapy to meet owner and pet needs by reaching for new and innovative products. She will also highlight recently released, 5-year safety review of Apoquel and results from a 3-month Cytopoint study to boost your confidence in choosing an anchor treatment – that is, a single therapy that provides satisfactory control for atopic dermatitis and is sustainable for both pet and owner.
Thanks to sponsorship from Zoetis Petcare, this webinar is free to all!

Not a VETgirl ELITE member? VETgirl ELITE members receive 100+ hours of RACE-approved, online veterinary CE/year ($249). That way, you know that you have flexibility to view any of our webinars (including small animal, large animal, veterinary technician, leadership, and listen to our podcasts when you have time.
All the webinars are recorded and can be viewed 24/7 after their release date for CE credit. If you’re watching the recording later on, don’t forget to take the CE quiz with it when you’re done to get your CE certificate! Don’t see the quiz? Please check our our HELP CENTER for answers for important information, specific quiz information here!
*Note: Viewing this webinar is for individual use only; VETgirl webinars are not designed nor meant to be viewed in a group setting due to RACE-CE audit purposes. Inappropriate sharing or viewing of the webinar may result in revoking of membership.
RACE-CE provider name: VETgirl, LLC
RACE Provider number: 785
RACE Program number: 41647/41648
This program has been approved for continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE approval; however participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Call VETgirl (858.859.1838) for further questions.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/august-26-2020-anchor-treatment-for-long-term-control-of-atopic-dermatitis-apoquel-cytopoint-and-allergen-specific-immunotherapy/

Online Event - 8/27/20 - Building Communities Through Online Organizing - TechSoup
2020-08-27 09:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Building Communities Through
Online Organizing

A Virtual Event Series for the Pandemic and Beyond
The need to campaign and organize on the most pressing issues of our time won’t — and can’t — stop in the face of a global pandemic.
TechSoup is hosting a half-day of virtual events on August 27 designed to help small and medium-sized nonprofits build new strategies for supporting their communities online

Digital Activism Organizing: Tools, Tactics and Training to Stand Together While Apart

August 27, 9 – 10 a.m. Pacific time: In this session, we’ll look at real-world examples that marry online and offline organizing powerfully with digital organizing tools and tactics that don’t have to break the bank. This panel discussion will feature speakers from Income Movement, Fair Count, and TechSoup Italia.

Women Social Entrepreneurs in Civic Tech: How Voices of Women Help Us Advance Democracy

August 27, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Pacific time: Learn how public good tech can be used to empower voting and civic engagement. In this panel, we will investigate the topic and hear from experts who are working to build technology tools to enable fair voting practices. You’ll hear from Ballotpedia, Democracy Works, and other tech solutions in this space.

Online Community Organizing Workshop for Nonprofits

August 27, 12:30 – 2 p.m. Pacific time: In this workshop, you’ll connect with nonprofit peers to share and discuss creative strategies for organizing communities online during this time of crisis. Together you’ll brainstorm on topics such as virtual events, narrative and messaging strategies for the moment, and tech tools, while addressing digital divide and cybersecurity challenges.

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.techsoup.org/community/events-webinars

Webinar - 8/27/20 - The Secret Sauce to Finding the Best Candidates - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2020-08-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Is your organization hiring? Bringing on new members to the team can be an exciting time! However, how do you know your choosing the right person for the job? What started out as an exciting prospect can end in civil liability or forced separation from employment. Is it possible to pick the right candidate, after only having met them in an interview? In this session, we will explore tips and tricks to hiring progressive Animal Control Officers into the ever-evolving field of animal welfare.

Other Webinars in this Series Include:

Marketing and Hiring: How to Stand Out When You’re a Small Fish in a Big Pond
Creating a Constant Stream of Recruits: Finding Great People to Meet Your Agency’s Goals
Responding to a Recruiting Crisis: Using Innovative Tactics to Transform Your Recruiting Practices
The Workforce Crisis and What Law Enforcement Agencies Are Doing about It.
Recruiting and Retention of Police: Strategies for Small and Medium-Sized Agencies
The New Generations: How to Recruit, Retain and Motivate
Creating an Agency Culture of Excellence that Attracts the Right Recruits, Keeps the Right Team, and Promotes the Right People
(This Webinar) The Secret Sauce to Finding the Best Candidates
Nov 3: Creating and Maintaining a Great Workforce: Recruiting and Retaining Quality Employees
Dec 10: Recruiting the Next Generation to Your Agency

The National Law Enforcement Center on Animal Abuse was established by the National Sheriffs’ Association to provide law enforcement officers information on the realities of animal abuse and to promote their proactive involvement in the enforcement of animal abuse laws in their communities. Through our partners, the Center will serve as an information clearinghouse and forum for law enforcement on the growing problem of animal abuse and its link to other types of crimes, including violence against humans. The Center also promotes officer safety in officer-dog encounters through continuing education and training.

The National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA) was formed in 1978 for the express purpose of assisting its members to perform their duties in a professional manner. We believe only carefully selected and properly trained animal control personnel can correct community problems resulting from irresponsible animal ownership. NACA’s purpose is to preserve the Human/Animal Bond by insisting on responsible animal ownership.

Presenters:

Based out of Daytona Beach, Florida, Adam Leath is the Director of Volusia County Animal Services. He investigates and responds to situations involving animal victims of natural disasters and animal cruelty cases in Volusia County. Leath was formerly a Regional Director of the Field Investigations and Response Team at the ASPCA where he led one of the largest operations in ASPCA history with the seizure of over 1,000 animals in August of 2016. Leath also successfully investigated one of the largest cockfighting cases in Florida history, resulting in the seizure of more than 650 birds and numerous arrests. Leath has responded to multiple dogfighting operations throughout his time at the ASPCA, including the second-largest dogfighting bust in U.S. history in 2013, resulting in the seizure of more than 400 dogs.
Leath holds a bachelor’s degree in animal science from the University of Tennessee and a Graduate Certificate in Veterinary Forensic Science from the University of Florida. He is a courtesy Assistant Professor for the Department of Comparative, Diagnostic, and Population Medicine at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. Leath is a Past President of the International Veterinary Forensic Sciences Association and is a Certified National Animal Cruelty Investigator through the University of Missouri. He has also been certified in Equine Cruelty Investigation through the University of Colorado. Leath has been certified as an expert witness in animal fighting and animal cruelty in the states of Florida and New York.
WEBSITE LINK: https://justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/the-secret-sauce-to-finding-the-best-candidates/

Webinar - 8/27/20 - Opening the Door to Lifesaving-How Portals can Save Shelter Cats - Virox
2020-08-27 10:00 - 11:00
Dr. Sara Pizano, DVM, MA, ANIMAL WELFARE STRATEGIST
Dr. Sara Pizano is the founder of Team Shelter USA, an advisor to the Million Cat Challenge and the assessment/mentorship lead for the Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program at the University of Florida. Her book, The Best Practice Playbook for Animal Shelters, has sold more than 2,000 copies since the launch in April of 2019.
WEBSITE LINK: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/128/8v4x6t27

Webinar - 8/27/20 - Subscription Giving: The New Recurring Giving Model for Today’s Donors - Network for Good
2020-08-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Over the last decade, consumer buying has shifted towards subscription-based purchasing. Companies like Netflix, Amazon, Blue Apron, and Dollar Shave Club have changed consumer behavior to expect instant, curated, and relevant content or products that can be accessed anywhere at any time.

Savvy nonprofits can take advantage of this movement by offering subscription-based giving to donors and prospects. Subscription Giving℠ draws from the best of traditional recurring giving programs while incorporating new customer engagement methods tested by high performing subscription-based companies to engage and sustain today’s busy, impact-driven donors.

During this webinar, we will:

Discuss today’s donors and how their giving behavior has changed over time
Break down the advantages of Subscription Giving℠ and how it differs from traditional giving
Share Network for Good’s Subscription Giving℠ methodology
Dive into how your organization can get started with Subscription Giving℠

Kimberly O’Donnell
Lead Fundraising Coach
Network for Good

Kimberly is a seasoned fundraising and nonprofit leader. She has spent nearly 25 years blending fundraising, marketing, and sales principles to scale dollars raised and strengthen donor and stakeholder engagement. Working as a fundraiser for small and mid-sized organizations, she has exceeded every goal given and leveraged best practices to make each fundraising activity a better version of the last.
WEBSITE LINK: https://learn.networkforgood.com/2020827-webinar-subscription-giving.html
