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Webinar - 8/17/22 - The Poisoned Cue And Its Implications For Training - Dog iBox (fee applies)
2022-08-17 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Much is known about discriminative stimuli (cues) that are taught with either reinforcement or punishment contingencies and how these stimuli function as conditioned reinforcers or conditioned aversive stimuli. However, little is known experimentally about discriminative stimuli established with both reinforcing as well as aversive events. It has been reported that the interaction between reinforcing and aversive events makes the discriminative function somewhat different from other discriminative stimuli (see Hearst & Sidman, 1961). Karen Pryor (2002) called this phenomenon the poisoned cue. She suggested that a cue, or discriminative stimulus, that is established using both reinforcing and aversive events leads to the breakdown of the behavior both preceding and following the cue. This may be due to an increase in avoidance behaviors and the uncertainty that exists regarding the consequence that will follow. The poisoned cue phenomenon is important because it reflects many teaching situations in the real world. Discriminative stimuli in the real world are rarely taught with purely positive reinforcement or purely aversive consequences.
This presentation will show an experimental analysis of the poisoned cue and discuss techniques to identify situations that might involve poisoned cues. It will also discuss ways to overcome these cues.
About the Speaker
Dr. Jesús Rosales-Ruiz is an Associate Professor in the Department of Behavior Analysis at the University of North Texas. He obtained his Ph.D. from the University of Kansas in 1995 under the direction of Dr. Donald M. Baer. During his graduate training, he also worked closely with Dr. Ogden R. Lindsley. Dr. Rosales-Ruiz’s areas of interest include antecedent control of behavior, generalization, behavioral cusps, fluency-based teaching, treatment of autism, teaching of academic behavior, animal training, rule-governed behavior, and contingency-shaped behavior. He has served on several editorial boards, including the Journal of Precision Teaching, the European Journal of Behavior Analysis, and the International Journal of Psychology and Psychological Therapy. Dr. Rosales-Ruiz is a fellow of the Eastern Psychological Association and a trustee of the Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.dog-ibox.com/en/understanding-poisoned-cues.html

Webinar - 8/17/22 - Best Practice Webinar: Safety Net Toolkit - Pedigree Foundation
2022-08-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Join us Wednesday, August 17th for a PEDIGREE Foundation sponsored presentation led by Kristen Hassen, Director, American Pets Alive! and Human Animal Support Services. In this webinar, attendees will walk through the HASS Safety Net Toolkit and learn the basics of helping people keep their pets instead of taking them to shelters. The Safety Net Toolkit is aimed at all levels of shelter professionals to demonstrate easy, low-cost ways to keep human and animal families together. Please join us and receive a copy of the toolkit after the session!
WEBSITE LINK: https://bit.ly/PFwebinarAug17

Webinar - 8/17/22 - The Roundtable: Transport – Best Practices - The AAWA
2022-08-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
The data from Shelter Animals Count tells us shelters are full right now because there have been more animals entering shelters than leaving them for the past 5 months straight. Traditional methods for alleviating shelter crowding, including transport, are proving difficult to implement due to staffing and volunteer shortages, decreased funding, and other roadblocks.
Animal transport, at its most basic level, is a supply and demand equation. However, there is much more to consider when establishing a successful transport program that benefits communities, adopters, over-crowded source organizations, destination organizations, and most importantly, companion animals. This exclusive roundtable conversation will explore the current challenges of companion animal transport and discuss how shelters are adapting in a COVID world. Questions from the audience will follow the roundtable discussion.
Moderated by Jim Tedford, CAWA, CEO & President, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement
The Roundtable Panel:

CJ Bentley, Vice President for Animal Welfare, Atlanta Humane Society, Georgia
Jillian Sergio, Executive Director, Companion Animal Alliance, Louisiana
TBA speaker from Wisconsin Humane Society, Wisconsin

WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/RT-08-17-22

Webinar - 8/17/22 - Diarrhea on the Run - National Kitten Coalition
2022-08-17 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
This FREE webinar is presented by The National Kitten Coalition. Get the down and dirty basics about diarrhea in kittens. Understand the causes, know what you can do to provide supportive care, and learn about treatment options to address a variety of diarrhea causes.
Presenter: Rosemarie Crawford, LVT
WEBSITE LINK: https://kittencoalition.org/event/diarrhea-on-the-run/

Webinar - 8/17/22 - Did You Know? New Information and Treatment of Canine Allergic Dermatitis - VETGirl
2022-08-17 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual
Summer and allergy itch are in full swing!!
In this complimentary, 1-hour VETgirl–Zoetis webinar, Dr. Lindsay McKay, DACVD reviews new information on the treatment of canine allergic dermatitis. Join us and learn new dermatology pearls based on science! She will share real world cases supported by published studies and science to help answer your questions on antihistamine efficacy (do they really work?), how skin infections can make allergy drugs less effective and how to improve success with allergen immunotherapy.
Thanks to sponsorship from Zoetis, this webinar is FREE to all!
Not 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! 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!
*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.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/august-17-2022-did-you-know-new-information-and-treatment-of-canine-allergic-dermatitis/

Webinar - 8/18/22 - Toxicology Do’s and Don’ts: How to Avoid Contraindications When Treating Pets - ASPCApro
2022-08-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Join us for a discussion on how to quickly and safely treat pets exposed to toxins and avoid dangerous treatment interactions. Learn from our expert veterinarian which interventions are safe and effective and which could cause harm. Dr. Dockrey will cover common toxin exposures and the unique treatments designed to avoid contraindications.
Takeaways

Gain an understanding of certain toxic exposures and potential treatment contraindications
Learn which methods and treatments are safe and effective and which may cause harm

Suited For
Veterinarians, veterinary students, and veterinary technicians
Credits
The live webinar and post-webinar online course are RACE-approved and good for one hour of free CE for veterinarians and veterinary technicians. Courses meet the requirements of RACE hours of continuing education credit for veterinarians and veterinary technicians in jurisdictions that recognize AAVSB’s RACE approval.
About the Presenter
Nicole Dockery, DVM, DAAPM
Dr. Dockrey is a 1999 graduate of Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and is currently a consulting veterinarian in clinical toxicology with the ASPCA Animal Poison Control. Her clinical experience includes general and emergency practice, with a special interest in anesthesia and analgesia, and special certification in pain management. She has developed and taught courses in tactical veterinary medicine and held leadership positions with local veterinary medical associations. She takes a progressive and practical approach to veterinary medicine.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/toxicology-dos-and-donts-how-avoid-contraindications-when-treating-pets

Webinar - 8/18/22 - Aventuras en el diagnóstico de alergia alimenticia, una actualización del manejo de dietas diagnósticas (Adventures in the diagnosis of food allergy, an update on the management of diagnostic diets) - VETGirl
2022-08-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Food trials leaving you flustered?
En este webinar libre de costo de una hora de VETgirl en Español, la Dra. Galia Sheinberg, DLACVD, nos hablará de los detalles y trucos que nos ayudan a poder llevar a nuestro paciente a un diagnóstico completo y poder lograr el mejor control de la dermatitis atópica canina en relación a reacciones adversas al alimento y poder seguir adelante cuando de descartan las mismas.
In this complimentary, 1-hour VETgirl Spanish webinar, Dr. Galia Sheinberg, DLACVD reviews the details and tricks that help us to be able to guide our patient to a complete diagnosis and to be able to achieve the best control of canine atopic dermatitis related to adverse food reactions and to be able to continue when they are ruled out.
*NOTE: This webinar will only be available in Spanish.
Thanks to sponsorship from Congreso Veterinario de León, this webinar is FREE to all!
Not 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! 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!
*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.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/august-18-2022-aventuras-en-el-diagnostico-de-alergia-alimenticia-una-actualizacion-del-manejo-de-dietas-diagnosticas-adventures-in-the-diagnosis-of-food-allergy-an-update-on-the-management-of-di/

Webinar - 8/21/22 - Otitis Externa: 5 Common Reasons Treatments Fail - VETGirl
2022-08-21 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
In this complimentary, 1-hour VETgirl–Elanco webinar, Dr. Darren Berger, DACVD reviews common pitfalls that occur during treatment of canine otitis externa and strategies to avoid these common mistakes. Tune in to get some helpful hints to improve owner compliance in treating those dirty ears!
Thanks to sponsorship from Elanco, this webinar is FREE to all!
Not 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! 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!
*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.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/august-18-2022-aventuras-en-el-diagnostico-de-alergia-alimenticia-una-actualizacion-del-manejo-de-dietas-diagnosticas-adventures-in-the-diagnosis-of-food-allergy-an-update-on-the-management-of-di/

Online Courses - Apply from 8/22/22 to 8/31/22 - Fall Online Instructor-Led Courses - Maddie's Fund
2022-08-22 | Virtual
Looking to implement a new program, learn more about a specific subject and create positive change for pets and people in your community?
Maddie’s Fund® Online Instructor-Led Courses provide an interactive educational opportunity for those who are looking to benefit from the wisdom of established innovative programs. They’re the catalyst you need to take your programs and learning to the next level! These courses require completion of: self-paced online materials, (4) 90-minute Zoom classes with your instructor and classmates, and a final project. Class size is limited and the selection process is competitive.
THE FALL 2022 APPLICATION WINDOW IS AUGUST 22-31. Classes start the week of September 26th. See the full list and apply today. Seats are limited, so don’t miss out!
Courses include:

Field Services Series: Community-Centered Programming
Empowering Fosters to Help Market Pets from Foster Care
Feline Lifesaving
Foster Care for Adult Dogs
Short-Term Foster and Field Trips
Shelter Clinic Management
Humane Education
Managing Shelter Health
Care Pathways: Guiding Animals Through the Shelter

WEBSITE LINK: https://university.maddiesfund.org/Online-Instructor-Led-Courses

Webinar - 8/22/22 - Developing and Sustaining a Strong Kitten Program - AWLA
2022-08-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
We will discuss the development of the Kitten College at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington; lessons learned; tips to build and grow a specialized foster program. This presentation is geared towards shelter/rescue administrators and staff.
WEBSITE LINK: https://fb.me/e/4BUmrsyg3

Webinar - 8/22/22 - Dog Playgroups Part 1: The Why - Getting2Zero
2022-08-22 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Learn about all the ways in which Dogs Playing For Life Playgroups are transforming shelters all across the USA.
In this first of three webinars, we will present powerful examples of how playgroups can not only enhance the quality of life for your shelter dogs, but how focusing on their quality of life through enrichment can lead to game-changing benefits to your shelter’s everyday operations.
Attendees will get to view dynamic video examples and impactful data and experiences from some of the nearly 300 shelters that have embraced the power of letting shelter dogs play!
This webinar is one of three that will be delivered over the coming months.
To learn more about DPFL go to https://dogsplayingforlife.com
Presenter: Aimee Sadler
Aimee is the Founder and CEO of Dogs Playing for Life (DPFL). With 35 years of experience working with multiple species in varying venues, Aimee has become an internationally recognized trainer and speaker specializing in shelter programs that enhance quality of life and reduce canine euthanasia in animal shelters. The cornerstone of DPFL’s programming is our Every Dog, Every Day!, an out-of-kennel enrichment model that is in increasing demand and has been introduced to over 300 shelters across the U.S. and Canada. DPFL’s measured programming is contributing to safer shelter environments by reducing dog-human bites while increasing canine lifesaving at an average rate of 4% at participating shelters. Starting in 2017, dogs most at risk of behavioral euthanasia can get a second chance at DPFL’s Canine Center Florida, an advanced training and behavior care center with an overall save rate of 86 percent.
Aimee has regularly presented at animal welfare and professional dog training conferences such as HSUS’ Animal Expo, Best Friend’s Annual Conferences, Masters in Behavior Conference, and the International Association of Canine Professionals (IACP) Conferences. DPFL was the inaugural recipient of Petco Foundation’s Love in Action Award. In 2016, DPFL was featured in Episode 4 of the PBS television series, “Shelter Me.”
Aimee is a proud recipient of the Henry Bergh Leadership Award and the Maddie’s Hero Award and has been inducted into the Members Hall of Fame for the IACP. Aimee currently resides in Longmont, CO, with her husband and family.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.g2z.org.au/g2z-webinars-and-online-events.html

Webinar - 8/23/22 - The Fear Free Vaccination Experience - Fear Free
2022-08-23 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
There are many lifestyle factors that influence the decision to vaccinate or to not vaccinate, and we must learn to be proactive about addressing potential concerns that may arise. Join Natalie Gruchow, CVPM, SHRM-CP, Elite FFCP (Veterinary), as she discusses how to use Fear Free concepts to alleviate fear, anxiety, and stress during the vaccination appointment for the pet and pet owner.
Attendees will learn how to:
· Clearly explain vaccination benefits to pet owners.
· Apply Fear Free concepts to safely & comfortably vaccinate patients.
· Develop skills for successful Fear Free communications with your team & clients.
Brought to you by our friends at Elanco
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9UPzI4qQREG5EDgc3TINbA

Online Event - 8/24/22 - Maddie's Candid Conversation with Elijah Brice-Middleton - Maddie's Fund
2022-08-24 12:00 - 12:30 | Virtual
Join us for a brand-new season of open, informal 30-minute conversations and Q+A with influential BIPOC leaders in our field. You will be inspired by each speaker’s pathway to promoting equity, inclusion and diversity in their daily work.
In our Season 2 premiere, Elijah Brice-Middleton, Director at Plainfield Area Humane Society (PAHS) in New Jersey, reveals the values and skills he uses to face challenges of being, in his words, “a brown face in a white world.” Maddie’s Fund Executive Leadership Team member Mary Ippoliti-Smith hosts the discussion and Q+A.
Growing up in a household that cared for a menagerie of dogs, cats, snakes, monkeys, tarantulas and a bird named Diablo, Elijah learned early on to love all living creatures. That passion drove him to undergraduate degrees in behavioral ecology and evolutionary biology. On his way to a PhD in ecology, he realized something was missing. After a stint in the financial technologies sector on Wall Street, a happy, accidental interview led him into the field of animal well-being – and straight into the kennels of Animal Care Centers of New York. Now, as a leader at PAHS, he advocates cultivating the talents of his team so they have what they need to excel as professionals.
Afterwards, continue the conversation with Elijah on Maddie’s Pet Forum: https://maddies.fund/candidconvoElijahBriceMiddleton
The program will be recorded and made available on Maddie’s University for continuing education credit for both CAWA and NACA.
#Diversity,Equity,InclusionandJustice
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddiesfund-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYudeyrrz0rEtDN1lxqOKJTMdzXAbcF11gA

Online Event - 8/24/22 - Ending The Puppy Mill Battle - The Bridge Club
2022-08-24 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Today, 2+ million puppies are bred in puppy mills/year. This has caused a fierce battle, including among veterinary professionals. It is the practices who see firsthand both inhumane and humane mill operations. This conversation is about finding true solutions for puppy mills.

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.thebridgeclub.com/events/ending-the-puppy-mill-battle

Webinar - 8/24/22 - Fear Free and Physical Rehabilitation - Fear Free
2022-08-24 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Providing exceptional rehabilitation services for patients while also creating a positive experience is not that far-fetched! Join Deana Cappucci, BS, LVT, CCRVN, CCMT, VTS (Physical Rehabilitation), FFCP (Veterinary), as she discusses the importance of using Fear Free techniques to alleviate fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) and create positive outcomes in the physical rehabilitation experience.
Attendees will learn:
• The cornerstones of Fear Free
• Signs of FAS
• Common modalities used in rehab
• Incorporating Fear Free into rehab
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Jj1_kHQmQ3mHKdXTMeoYZA

Conference - 8/25/22 to 8/28/22 - VETGirl U 2022 - VETGirl (fee applies)
2022-08-25 - 2022-08-28 | Radisson Blu Mall of America, 2100 Killebrew Dr., Bloomington, MN, 55425, United States
VETgirl, the #1 online veterinary continuing education (CE) platform is excited to announce registration for the VETgirl U 2022 conference. This unique, boutique event will be held August 25-28, 2022 in Minneapolis, MN at the chic, Radisson Blu Mall of America. VETgirl U is an educational experience like no other with TED-talk-like, case-based tracks presented by the leading veterinary speakers in the world.
VETgirl U 2022 will have a veterinarian track and for the first time a veterinary technician track, covering a huge variety of topics from surgery to anesthesia to emergency to derm to neuro! We promise it’ll be the most clinically relevant CE you get live (Well, besides our online webinars).
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/vetgirl-u-2022/

Webinar - 8/25/22 - Zen and the Art of Impulse Control - FDSA (fee applies)
2022-08-25 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
Most people would agree that we’d like our dogs to have the ability to be zen; to chill out and relax when the situation calls for it. In addition, we’d like them to think before they act. Mindless reactivity can be difficult to live with and manage in our dogs.
In this presentation Dr. Deb Jones is going to discuss her views on zen and the concept of impulse control. She will talk about the common usage of such terms as well as her working definitions, and issues with the terminology and application.
She will talk about the advantages of teaching a dog to be zen and demonstrate specific exercises that can encourage thought before action. In particular, Deb will focus on both the art and the science of zen work. A clear understanding of the major underlying scientific principles will be very helpful to excellent application and execution of the techniques.
Deb will discuss the importance of designated markers, introduce her foundation “bowl” games, and demonstrate the place/drop/toss technique to build fluency. She will talk about developing control around food and toys, and also consider broader generalization issues and applications.
Note: This webinar was originally included as a presentation in the Lemonade Conference, but has not previously run as a standalone webinar.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

VIN Rounds - 8/25/22 - New Feline Tests: When to Use Them & When to Lose Them - VIN/VSPN
2022-08-25 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Margie Scherk, DVM, DABVP (feline) presents “New Feline Tests: When to Use Them & When to Lose Them.”
Invite your staff to attend via VSPN.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.vin.com/doc/?id=10935195

Online Event - 8/29/22 - Saving Luna: A Case Study on Rabbit Aggression - PPG (fee applies)
2022-08-29 15:30 - 16:30 | Virtual
Emily came across a desperate post in a local rabbit rescue Facebook group, begging someone to take a beautiful rabbit who was scheduled to be euthanized the next day for aggression. She instantly responded to take the case pro bono and would work with anyone who took on this bunny. Shortly after, Emily received a friend request from the person who was dropping everything to pick up Luna, and they immediately got to work. As Emily watched Luna throw herself, growling and snarling, at the fence separating them, she wondered if she had bitten off more than she could chew!
Luna’s aggression is more severe than any case Emily had experienced in her career working with rabbits. Luna’s triggers ranged from everything to the sound of a person approaching to the appearance of food falling into her pen. Anything associated with human interaction was met with a flying leap, a growl, and a fierce bite. While Luna’s clear stress and discomfort were a main focus of their efforts, Emily was equally concerned with giving Luna’s humans the tools to manage her safely, without (any more) bloodshed! Carefully managing Luna’s triggers, mindful counterconditioning, and enrichment were the tools we used to gradually build trust. Luna began to relax, and so could everyone around her!
Luna’s story is not just her own, but the story of many rabbits who are euthanized in shelters for behavior issues. Rabbits whose issues are often created by the environment. This presentation will be useful to anyone who cares for rabbits in any capacity.
Learning Objectives

The importance of stress management in aggression cases
Minimizing triggers in an environment where everything seems to be a trigger
Developing safe ways to interact with and care for an extremely over-threshold animal
Direct juxtaposition of force-free strategies and force-based common methods in handling rabbit aggression
Managing learned aggression in bunnies

About the Presenter
Emily earned her BS in Animal Science, with a specialization in Equine Science, from the University of Florida. Since 2010, she has been providing professional behavior assistance to pets and their people. She completed two internships, one at ZooTampa working primarily with Florida Manatees, and one at Clearwater Marine Aquarium, working with dolphins, otters, and pelicans. While in school, she worked with Class Act for Dogs, in Gainesville, Florida, under Dee Zurberg, an accomplished trainer who emphasized not only kindness to dogs, but kindness to their people as well. Since then, she has continued her career in the zoo field working with a variety of species including tigers, otters, Flying foxes, gibbons, and as well as various avian, aquatic, and reptile species. Her main focus, however, is caring for orangutans. While not working at the zoo, she has spent years working with dogs as a group class instructor and behavior consultant at Courteous Canine, Inc. This led her to create Small Animal Resources, a place for guardians of small pets to find accurate, reliable information and to highlight the behavioral needs of small mammals. She has published articles for the Pet Professional Guild and the International Association for Animal Behavior Consultants on various topics related to rabbit care and behavior. She has presented at various conferences, workshops, and webinars, for both the Pet Professional Guild, the Animal Behavior Management Alliance, and the Florida Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
WEBSITE LINK: https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-4793641

Webinar - 8/30/22 - Be Prepared: Animal Disaster Basics - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2022-08-30 10:00 - 11:15 | Virtual
During this webinar, attendees will learn how to identify potential threats and resources needed for community and personal pet and animal preparedness, taking into consideration the COVID-19 environment. This program reviews the basics of the Incident Command System, National Incident Management System, and the need for and how to develop local Emergency Operation Plans. We will discuss the steps in Preparedness, Mitigation, Response, and Recovery relating to animals during a disaster. Attendees will leave with a roadmap on how to begin the work of preparing themselves and their communities for a disaster, as local animal welfare experts.
Presenters:
Jennifer Toussaint is the Chief of Animal Control in Arlington County, Virginia at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington. Jennifer joined the Animal Control team in early 2012 as a Deputy and accepted the Chief position in 2016. Since becoming Chief, Jennifer has implemented a local ordinance in relation to exotic animal care and ownership. She has also expanded the Animal Control Department’s outreach efforts in providing additional support to pet owners to enable high owner-pet retention in the community. She specializes nationally in Humane Urban Wildlife Management practices and has been published multiple times on the topic. Jennifer is a CIT-trained officer and has trained animal control and welfare professionals on a variety of topics including: active listening, emergency preparedness, emotional support and service animals, animal neglect/cruelty investigations, and wildlife intake and triage. She is the Incident Commander for the Community Animal Response Team in Arlington, VA. Jennifer is the 2017 recipient of the Virginia Animal Control Association Dr. Kent Roberts Animal Control Officer of the Year and received a commendation from the Virginia General Assembly for her service. In 2020, Jennifer’s department won the Outstanding Agency of the Year award from the Virginia Animal Control Association. She is a graduate of Moravian College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and Spanish. Jennifer shares her home with her rescue dogs Rheagan and Ducky.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/be-prepared-animal-disaster-basics/

Webinar - 8/31/22 - What to do about conflicts with rodents: Addressing rodent conflicts in your community and in your facility - HSUS
2022-08-31 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Conflicts with rodents like rats and mice, are common in our communities, and they can also present issues in our own facilities. Join us for this webinar as we explore the life cycle of rats and mice and provide insight into their behavior, nesting and foraging that will help you advise and respond to the conflicts that people experience with them. This webinar will also feature information on how to improve rodent management approaches in your facility by implementing exclusion strategies, taking steps to reduce and eliminate access to attractants and understating what role other measures like repellents, habitat alteration and fertility control can play to mitigate problems with rats and mice. (Photo: Alex Gallardo/The HSUS)
WEBSITE LINK: https://humanesociety.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UNt6PnNjR-izuGXJ1-qvRg

Webinar - 8/31/22 - Using Care Pathways to Manage Your Shelter Behavior Program - Maddie's Fund
2022-08-31 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Care Pathways are standardized plans for animals that have the same type of condition. They allow for individualized support while ensuring efficient, effective care for animals with that condition. They’re commonly used for improving animals’ paths through the shelter system, as well as managing medical conditions. During this presentation, we’ll talk about care pathways regarding behavior and how we can utilize them pathways to improve our shelter behavior programs.
Join Maddie’s Fund Director of Outreach and Research, Sheila Segurson, DVM, DACVB, and use this webinar in conjunction with her course on Maddie’s University, Care Pathways: Guiding Animals Through the Shelter.
After the webcast, drop by Maddie’s Pet Forum to continue the discussion, ask questions and exchange ideas: https://maddies.fund/WebcastCarePathways
This webinar will be recorded and has been pre-approved for 1.0 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credits by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and by the National Animal Care & Control Association. ​
About the presenter
As Director of Outreach and Research for Maddie’s Fund®, Dr. Sheila Segurson’s goal is to develop and support research that increases pet adoptions from rescue groups and shelters and improves pet well-being. She relies upon her background working in and with animal shelters, pet foster care programs, and veterinary medicine to lead Maddie’s Fund research efforts.
After graduating from UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Segurson worked as a general practice/emergency/shelter veterinarian at pet hospitals in California. Then, in 2005, Sheila graduated from Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program at UC Davis, becoming the first in the nation to complete a three-year, post-graduate behavior specialty training program with an emphasis on shelter animals and shelter behavior programs. She worked for several pet welfare organizations, including UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program, The Sacramento SPCA, and the Animal Rescue League of Boston, where she developed and implemented enrichment/behavior modification programs.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddiesfund-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_b1uGR2fRSMWolVFpQ1NckQ

Online Course - Starts 9/1/22 - Shelter Training Behavior Mentorship - Shelter Behavior Hub (fee applies)
2022-09-01 | Virtual
The FIRST Shelter Dog Training Mentorship is here! Are you interested in learning how to train dogs? Whether you are new to the field, or an old hand, this course takes you from recognizing and addressing stress in dogs through teaching dogs specific skills, and changing emotional responses.
We go over the ethics, learning the theory, developmental stages, controlling unwanted behaviors and more.
CEUs have been approved for IAABC. CEUs are pending approval for CCPDT.
Join Sue & Trish for the 13-week Dog Training Mentorship!
WEBSITE LINK: https://trish-s-school-bcb6.thinkific.com/courses/shelter-dog-training-mentorship

Webinar - 9/1/22 - An overview of key aspects of the puppy education literature & possible implications for trainers - Dog iBox (fee applies)
2022-09-01 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual
Our aim as trainers and behaviourists is to support puppy education to minimize the risk of unwanted behaviour developing and maximize successful adaptation to a modern human environment. Over the past few decades the literature regarding puppy rearing and puppy education has grown. Although many questions are still to be answered, there is information available which can help inform our practice. This includes information which can support best practice in puppy classes as well as the advice we give owners and breeders regarding raising their puppies. This talk will examine some of the available literature from the perspective of what it might mean for what we do in practice.
Presenter: Dr. Helen Zulch MRCVS
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.dog-ibox.com/en/market/catalog/live-webinars/an-overview-of-key-aspects-of-the-puppy-education-literature-possible-implications-for-trainers.html

Online Event - 9/1/22 – Live from the Ranch with Teoti Anderson and Clarissa Black - Karen Pryor Academy
2022-09-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join Ken Ramirez, KPCT’s Chief Training Officer, for a free virtual event on Thursday, September 1, at 12:00 pm (PT) with special guests Teoti Anderson and Clarissa Black. The episode will include real-time training demos, audience Q&A, and more!
WEBSITE LINK: https://theranch.clickertraining.com/live/#this

Webinar - 9/1/22 - Anxiety: The Whole Story - FDSA (fee applies)
2022-09-01 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
So you have a shy dog – one who’s easily frightened of strange people or places, or maybe even one who sits at home IMAGINING what horrible thing might happen next. Is this because of genetics? Or did you mess up somehow? Jessica will talk about the biology behind anxiety: the roles of genetics, early environment (as early as in mom’s uterus!), and socialization. Spoiler alert: you didn’t mess up. But this talk will help you understand better where your dog is coming from and help you think through the many different puzzle pieces that made her who she is.
Presenter: Jessica Hekman, DVM, PhD
Note: This webinar is back by popular demand. Please check your webinar library before purchasing.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Online Course – Starts 9/6/22 – Animal Behavior Consulting: Principles & Practice – IAABC (fee applies)
2022-09-06
The IAABC Animal Behavior Consulting Principles & Practice Course is a unique twelve-week, a multi-module course providing a comprehensive overview of the many facets of animal behavior consulting for all species. The course is appropriate for experienced behavior consultants and practitioners as well as those newer to the field with a strong interest in animal behavior. The course features weekly online meetings with a Course Mentor discussing each learning module.
Course Begins: September 6, 2022
Duration: 12 weeks
Instructor: Renée Hall BA, CDBC, CPDT-KA
Course Highlights

27 renowned experts in the field
a comprehensive overview of Animal Behavior Consulting for all species
the only course to cover all facets of Animal Behavior Consulting
weekly online Mentor Meetings for ongoing support and further learning

Presenters include:
Dr. Mary Burch; Dr. Dan Estep; Dr. Susan Friedman; Dr. Lore Haug; Dr. Suzanne Hetts; Dr. Karen Overall; Dr. Chris Pachel; Chirag Patel; Ken Ramirez; Kathy Sdao; Mychelle Blake; Veronica Boutelle; Kristin Buller, LSCW; Brian Burton; Steve Dale; Dr. Sheila D’Arpino; Jessica Dolce; Gail Fisher; Sarah Fraser; Dr. Evon Hekkala; Dr. Jessica Hekman; Dr. Elinor Karlsson; Theresa McKeon; Gina Phairas; Randi Rossman; Dr. Rise VanFleet; Miranda Workman
Topics covered include:
Learning Science; Applied Behavior Analysis; Functional Analysis and Intervention Design; Biology; Ethology; Genetics; Marker Training; Case Studies; Desensitization and Counter Conditioning; Program Management; Behavioral Medicine; LIMA Practices; TAGteach; Business Promotion and Social Media Strategies; Interpreting Scientific Studies; the Human Side of the Equation; Sheltering, Fostering and Enrichment; Animal Welfare Science; Compassion Fatigue
WEBSITE LINK: https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/animal-behavior-consulting-principles-practice/

Online Course - Starts 9/6/22 - Compassion Fatigue - VIN/VSPN (fee applies)
2022-09-06 | Virtual
Viktor Frankle said it so clearly; “That which is to give light must endure burning”. We have watched so many talented and devoted caregivers in our field give up and leave our field because of compassion fatigue and burnout. Our Compassion Fatigue prevention training is designed to help you recapture your sense of purpose, joy, and hope as an animal care professional. Our training will provide evidence-based professional resiliency skills to help you manage the stress and emotional demands of your work. This course is appropriate for veterinary care professionals at any stage of their career, working in all areas of our profession.
Presenter: Bree Montana, DVM, CCFP
Course Open: September 6-October 21, 2022
Real Time Sessions (RTS): Tuesdays, September 13, 20, 27, October 4, and 11, 2022; 9-10:30pm ET (USA) World Clock Converter
Total CE Credit: 7.5
RACE Category: 7.5 hours Non-Medical
Tuition: $165 ($149 early bird special if enrolled by August 23, 2022)
* Students currently enrolled in an AVMA accredited or CVMA approved Veterinary Technician Program may be eligible to receive a 50% discount off the regular rate for this course (upon verification of student status).
Prices are listed in US dollars.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.vin.com/CE/STAF183-0922_VSPN.htm

Webinar - 9/6/22 - Spay/Neuter Considerations Based on Breed, Sex and Age - VETGirl (fee applies)
2022-09-06 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Should gonadectomy be delayed for specific canine breeds?
In this 1-hour VETgirl small animal webinar, Dr. Karen Tobias, MS, DACVS reviews side effects of spaying and neutering in dogs. Tune in to learn breed and age-specific considerations to help you determine when the best time is to schedule that gonadectomy!
Not 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! 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!
*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.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/september-6-2022-spay-neuter-considerations-based-on-breed-sex-and-age/

Webinar - 9/7/22 - 3 Steps to Build a Wildly Engaged Community - Network for Good
2022-09-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Make your nonprofit more than a mission, make it a movement.
Community organizing is our nonprofit superpower. When we galvanize our people into a movement of engaged advocates – demanding change for the communities and causes they care about – everything else gets easier… fundraising, board leadership, strategic partnerships, and capacity building.
By investing in your mission, donors and partners are rooting for you to be their ‘representative’ and leverage their collective voice and influence for big impact.
In this session, we’ll explore key strategies to galvanize a more inclusive, diverse, and fired-up coalition of change makers ready to make the bold moves needed to fast track your big vision – no matter how many database contacts you currently have.
Participants will explore key steps to:

Hone your magnetic message to attract the right donors and partners who are ready to give
Simplify and target your fundraising efforts to raise more money with less struggle
Engage and leverage your community to fast-track your vision

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.networkforgood.com/resource/build-engaged-community/
