Webinar - 6/24/25 - The Legal Building Blocks of California’s RVT Profession - CVMA and SF SPCA
2025-06-24 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Join the San Francisco SPCA and CVMA (California Veterinary Medical Association) for an exclusive webinar designed for veterinarians, RVTs, veterinary assistants, and shelter professionals who want to better understand the laws shaping the RVT role in California. Grant Miller, DVM, Director of Regulatory Affairs for CVMA, and Bruce Wagman, SF SPCA’s Keith C. Wetmore Shelter Policy and Legal Services Special Counsel, will dive into the laws and minimum standards that define the RVT scope of practice in California.
Tuesday, June 24th, 2025
Noon – 2:00 PM
You’ll gain practical insights into:

Tasks that RVTs can legally perform
Best practices for supervision and delegation
Optimizing RVT training and clinical integration
Building trust and collaboration and efficiency among veterinary teams

This course has been RACE approved for 2 hours of live-interactive continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.
This course will be available on-demand for self-guided/ non-interactive CE credit after June 30th.
SF SPCA’s advocacy work is made possible in part by the generous support of the Barbara Wolfe Advocacy Fund.
REGISTER TODAY

Online Event - 6/24/25 - MCVMA's Community Connections: DEI is dying, but was it ever enough? - MCVMA
2025-06-24 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Join us for a conversation centering on higher education pivoting away from “DEI” language and official programming and how to stay resilient in this changing world. We’ll also discuss DEI in institutions — was it ever really there?
Please note: registration is capped at 20 participants. Registration will close 1 hour before the start time. If you’d like to be added to the waiting list, email us at info@mcvma.org.
All attendees must accept the Group Participation Requirements:
1. This group is intended to support BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) in the veterinary field, their allies, and those looking to become allies. Veterinary professionals (vets, techs, assistants, practice managers/owners, researchers, inspectors, etc.) and students are welcome.
2. Be Respectful and Courteous
We’re all in this together to create a welcoming environment. Let’s treat everyone with respect. Healthy debates are natural, but respect is required.
3. No Hate Speech or Bullying
Bullying of any kind isn’t allowed, and degrading comments about things like race, ethnicity, religion, culture, age, weight, sexual orientation, gender or identity will not be tolerated.
4. No Commercial Advertising, Spam, Irrelevant Comments
5. Respect Everyone’s Privacy
No space is truly “safe” but we aim to make this space “safer” and welcoming. Being part of this group requires mutual trust. Authentic, expressive discussions make groups great, but may also be sensitive and private. Participants may share as little or as much as they’d like, and we advise all to assess the benefits and risks of their participation. We ask that all participants keep discussions and stories shared in the group confidential.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/j4Y4o_xzQPGv-gfHCwIWdA#/registration

Online Event - 6/26/25 - Maddie's Monthly Behavior Connection: Leadership through Lifesaving and Euthanasia Process - Maddie's Fund
2025-06-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Difficult lifesaving decisions can divide an organization and jeopardize team spirit. Strong leadership is essential to navigate these decisions and gain buy-in from staff and volunteers. At Cincinnati Animal CARE, they have found a way to bring their team along and allow them to become part of the process from beginning to end. Through transparency, open lines of communication, clear action items, and an “everyone’s welcome” attitude, they have developed a supportive and respectful culture that has resulted in a 95% live release rate since 2020, even as a municipal shelter with more than 4,000 dogs and 4,000 cats arriving each year. The buy-in from staff, volunteers, and foster caregivers has resulted in more efficiency from a more united team. The CAC team is now focused on lifesaving rather than criticizing and fighting. This presentation will look at how they developed their culture even when decisions are difficult.
Guest Speaker: Meaghan Colville
Join us on the fourth Thursday of every month as we talk about dog and cat behavior – supporting pets in our community and animal shelters. Each month, we hear from speakers about topics of interest to our group, such as behavior medications, modifying animal behavior, assessing and improving animal welfare, and how organizations successfully provide behavior support to dogs and cats.
Who should join: Animal welfare staff and volunteers who are interested in dog and cat behavior, and everyone who works to keep pets out of shelters and in homes.
You only need to register once for all meetings: https://maddies.fund/MonthlyBehaviorRegistration
Can’t attend live? Register anyway and you will get a link to the recording within a day or two after each meeting.
All recordings and resources shared during the webcast will also be available in the Maddie’s Monthly Behavior Connection group on Maddie’s Pet Forum – https://maddies.fund/monthlybehaviorconnectionMPF
Maddie’s Fund does not share registration information.
The opinions expressed by webinar presenters are their own and do not necessarily represent those of Maddie’s Fund.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MonthlyBehaviorRegistration

Hybrid Conference - 6/27/25 to 6/30/25 - Pac Vet 2025 - CVMA (fee applies)
2025-06-27 08:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-28 08:00 - 18:30, 2025-06-29 07:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-30 08:00 - 16:00 | Long Beach Convention Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA, 90802, United States
The California Veterinary Medical Association’s Pacific Veterinary Conference (PacVet) returns to Long Beach in 2025 to bring comprehensive, current, and practical continuing education information to the entire veterinary practice team! This four-day conference gives attendees the opportunity to earn CE, attend a two-day Vet Expo, and network with colleagues from across the globe.
WEBSITE LINK: https://pacvet.net/

Online Event - Fourth Thursdays - Maddie's Monthly Behavior Connection - Maddie's Fund
2025-06-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join us on the fourth Thursday of every month as we talk about dog and cat behavior – supporting pets in our community and animal shelters. Each month, we hear from speakers about topics of interest to our group, such as behavior medications, modifying animal behavior, assessing and improving animal welfare, and how organizations successfully provide behavior support to dogs and cats.
Who should join: Animal welfare staff and volunteers who are interested in dog and cat behavior, and everyone who works to keep pets out of shelters and in homes.
You only need to register once for all meetings: https://maddies.fund/MonthlyBehaviorRegistration
Can’t attend live? Register anyway and you will get a link to the recording within a day or two after each meeting.
All recordings and resources shared during the webcast will also be available in the Maddie’s Monthly Behavior Connection group on Maddie’s Pet Forum – https://maddies.fund/monthlybehaviorconnectionMPF
Maddie’s Fund does not share registration information.
The opinions expressed by webinar presenters are their own and do not necessarily represent those of Maddie’s Fund.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MonthlyBehaviorRegistration

Webinar - 6/29/25 - Why Pets Matter in Human Services: An Ethical Call to Action for Social Workers and Other Human Service Professionals - Open Door Veterinary Collective
2025-06-29 06:00 - 07:30 | Virtual
Why Pets Matter in Human Services
In human health, mental health, and social service systems, pets are often invisible. They’re not routinely included in assessments, charts, or care planning, even when decisions about housing, healthcare, or safety may depend on them.
This free, 1.5-credit ethics CEU webinar for social workers and human service professionals addresses this critical gap.
Ask About Pets: An Ethical Call to Action
Presented by Dr. Janet Hoy-Gerlach, LISW-S, LCSW
Hosted by Open Door Veterinary Collective and the International Association of Veterinary Social Work
WEBSITE LINK: https://iavsw.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1951749

Online Meeting - Mondays - Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie - Maddie's Fund
2025-06-30 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Maddie’s Fund hosts a weekly 50-minute Zoom call for animal well-being professionals. These calls are a collaborative space to share exciting new programs and research, discuss uncomfortable topics, connect with peers in the industry, and more, all while sharing a common goal of preserving the human-animal bond.
Who Should Join?
Executive directors, animal well-being leaders, shelter workers, pet support professionals, volunteers, rescue organizations and anyone who shares the common goal of preserving the human-animal bond.
Win Ca$h for Attending!
Each month, Maddie’s Fund will be giving away up to $5,000 in grants. You can enter to win each time you attend a call or watch on-demand during the month by completing the giveaway drawing entry forms shared in the chat during the calls.
Register Today
Join us each Monday at 11am PT/2pm ET to receive support and learn about innovative ideas other organizations across the country are seeing success with. If you registered prior to May 2024 or are new to these meetings, please use this link to register:
https://maddies.fund/CommunityConvoRegistration2024
All calls are recorded and uploaded to the Community Conversations page on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations
Please note: All views expressed on these calls are not necessarily endorsed by Maddie’s Fund.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/CommunityConvo2024Registration

Online Event - 7/1/25 - All Call: More Effective Customer Care - California for All Animals
2025-07-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Now, more than ever, it’s crucial to engage all members of our communities. Starting February 18, Partnering for Pets: A Multicultural Community of Practice, is coming to the All Call to strengthen our capacity to do just that.
Are you passionate about increasing adoptions, foster, return to home, and keeping more pets and people together? Do you want to learn and share practical strategies for building relationships with diverse communities? This community is for you!
July 1 Topic: More Effective Customer Care
Don’t miss the final Multicultural Engagement Community of Practice session at the All Call! Diana Cruz-Rivas (Director and Board Secretary) and Deisy Melero (Caseworker, Disaster Relief Program) will discuss HEART L.A.’s culturally-responsive approach to customer care and interaction.
Access Part 1 and Part 2 of Heart L.A.’s previous presentation, Housing Rights for People with Emotional Support Animals**,** and invite your client-facing team members to join the call at 12 p.m. PT on July 1.
The All Call will provide a space for learning, sharing, and networking with colleagues dedicated to building stronger connections with all segments of their communities. You’ll hear how California shelters are advancing culturally-responsive programming and building bridges to decrease length of stay and increase positive outcomes for animals, as well as the shelter staff and community members who care for them.
About the All Call
The All Call is a twice-monthly, California community call for animal well-being professionals that occurs on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday. The one-hour call is a dedicated space to share and learn from each other. Popular topics include initiatives that create a more inclusive culture for both staff and community, programs that keep pets with their people, industry trends, research studies, as well as the hard stuff, like what’s not working or what is particularly difficult during times of scarcity. The call is a mix of presentations, storytelling, open discussion, and Q&A time.
The All Call is hosted by the California for All Animals team, Nadia Oseguera-Ramón, Ivy Ruiz, and Allison Cardona. You only need to register one time. Calls are sometimes recorded; recap emails with supplemental resources are sent post-call.
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/all-call

Online Event - 7/3/25 - Maddie's Monthly Foster Connection: Behind the Bark: What Foster Feedback Can Teach Any Program - Maddie's Fund
2025-07-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
When fosters speak up, we sometimes default to extremes: either it’s just “one unhappy person,” or it’s a sign the whole program is broken beyond repair. But the truth about how fosters experience your program lives in the gaps between assumptions and reality. In this talk, we’ll explore how LifeLine Animal Project developed, launched, and analyzed a foster experience survey to uncover hidden trends, validate unspoken concerns, and turn raw feedback into rapid, strategic improvements. Whether you lead a large shelter or a volunteer-based rescue program, the lessons behind the data can help you strengthen your foundation, one honest answer at a time.
Guest Speaker: Daisy Navin, Foster Programs Manager, LifeLine Animal Project
Daisy Navin is the Foster Programs Manager at LifeLine Animal Project, where she oversees foster program development strategy across three Atlanta shelters, including two high-intake municipal facilities. She helped grow LifeLine’s foster program into one of the largest in the country, which placed over 13,000 animals into foster homes 2024. Daisy is passionate about low-barrier fostering, matchmaking, foster relations, and turning everyday insights into meaningful change. She’s presented with Maddie’s Fund on foster onboarding and loves collaborating with other shelters to troubleshoot, innovate, and share life-saving ideas. Her work focuses around one question: what do
fosters need to keep saying yes?

About Maddie’s Monthly Foster Connection:
Join us on the first Thursday of every month to discuss successful foster innovations and programs, collaborate with others in the field, answer questions and talk through complex foster-related issues.
Who should join: Foster managers, coordinators, volunteers and any staff who are interested in learning about what’s working in foster programs.
You only need to register once for all meetings: https://maddies.fund/MonthlyFosterRegistration
Can’t attend live? Register anyway and you will get a link to the recording within a day or two after each meeting.
All recordings and resources shared during the webcast will also be available in the Maddie’s Monthly Foster Connection group on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://maddies.fund/monthlyfosterconnectionMPF
Maddie’s Fund does not share registration information.
The opinions expressed by webinar presenters are their own and do not necessarily represent those of Maddie’s Fund.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MonthlyFosterRegistration

Online Course – Application deadline 7/4/25 – Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program August 2025 Session – UC Davis KSMP Shelter Learniverse
2025-07-04 | Virtual
Are you ready to take your career in animal sheltering to the next level? Offered by the Koret Shelter Medicine Program Shelter Learniverse as part of Maddie’s® Million Pet Challenge, the Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program empowers frontline animal shelter workers to provide exceptional care, grounded in best practices, with a focus on improving outcomes for animals and communities.
Through engaging online courses, you’ll gain expertise in:

Best practices to reduce animal stress.
Foundational animal care and medical care to enhance your skills.
Behavior, training, and enrichment for healthier, happier animals.
Population management to optimize shelter resources.
Daily care best practices that streamline your workflow and maximize impact.

Whether you’re new to shelter work or a seasoned professional, this program equips you with the tools, knowledge, and recognition to make a greater difference.
Why Become Certified?

Advance your career with professional credentials.
Learn practical, actionable skills to improve daily operations.
Gain confidence in providing high-quality care for every animal.

Applications are being accepted for the August 2025 session starting 8/4/25! Start learning today and become part of the growing movement to transform animal sheltering.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 7/4/25.
Certification is currently free, #ThanksToMaddie!
This program is most relevant for individuals working in public shelters or private shelters with municipal contracts. Enrollment is limited; applicants from these shelter types will be prioritized for this session.
Learn more about upcoming sessions and apply at https://tinyurl.com/SCS-General

Webinar - 7/8/25 - Overwhelmed, Overcrowded and Overburdened: Finding New and Creative Ways to Serve More with Fewer Resources - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2025-07-08 10:00 - 11:15 | Virtual
Join us for a panel discussion featuring Municipal Shelters that have made remarkable strides in lifesaving by thinking outside the box and maximizing their capabilities with limited resources. This webinar is designed to inspire and empower shelters, showing that you don’t need a massive budget to help families keep their pets.
Together, we’ll explore how collaboration and creativity can elevate animal welfare—focusing on the well-being of both animals and the people who love them. Our expert panel will share practical tips and strategies you can implement, even on a tight budget. Let’s work together to make a difference!
This webinar has been certified by the National Animal Care & Control Association and is approved for 1 Continuing Education Unit. Please refer to your NACA membership portal for current CEU submission process. Current NACA Members who attend the live presentation or watch the recording will be able to download a jointly issued attendance certificate that includes the National Animal Care & Control Association logo.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/overwhelmed-overcrowded-and-overburdened-finding-new-and-creative-ways-to-serve-more-with-fewer-resources/

Webinar - 7/9/25 - Quick Snips and Quality Care; HQHVSN Updates - Best Friends
2025-07-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
In this webinar we’ll dive into updates in HQHVSN and learn to streamline operations without compromising care. Discover how to enhance patient safety, patient welfare, and staff well-being, all while maximizing your impact!
Presented by: Dr. Erin Katribe, DVM, DABVP (Shelter Medicine) and Melanie Lyons, LVT from the National Shelter Medicine team with Best Friends Animal Society
WEBSITE LINK: https://bestfriends-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/4717437859110/WN_iRsWQsmFS4aikwy3tfGwsg#/

Online Event - Monthly - Journey You Own Meditation Gathering - JYO
2025-07-09 17:00 - 17:45 | Virtual
Create a shared, supportive space to explore grounding practices.
The guided meditations happen every month and typically run 30-45 minutes. All are welcome to these very low-key sessions, with videos on or off, whatever feels most comfortable to you. No speaking is necessary unless you’d like to share at the end of the session.
Attendees register once and can attend any of the monthly meditation dates. Don’t forget to add the dates to your calendar to ensure you don’t miss out on any sessions.
About the Host
Jyothi Robertson is a student of meditation practice for 40+ years and trauma-sensitive grounding practices formally for the past three years. She was raised by parents who practice meditation and lead spiritual teachings for members of their Indian community. She began pursuing her own formal exploration of spirituality as an anthropology major at Princeton University and conducted fieldwork for her thesis while living at an ashram (spiritual center) in India in 1996. As a veterinarian, she is interested in highlighting the spiritual connection between all living beings.
Jyothi has completed certifications in trauma-sensitive mindfulness, advanced trauma-sensitive meditation, deep listening, DEI, and since 2019, has been receiving training in Buddhist meditation practices and philosophy. As a student learning meditation, she is interested in exploring these practices with others in community.
WEBSITE LINK: https://jyo.world/meditation-gathering/

Webinar - 7/10/25 - Inclusion as a Solution to Animal Welfare Challenges Associated with Dog Breeding - Life of Riley at Springpoint
2025-07-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
LoR’s efforts to eliminate inhumane practices in dog breeding (“puppy mill” practices) connect deeply to our goal of emptying animal shelters and ensuring all dogs find a home. A multitude of solutions are required to achieve these interconnected goals. In this webinar, Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE) will show how increased inclusivity in the adoption process can open new homes for shelter dogs and reduce intentional dog breeding.
Speakers:
Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE)

James Evans, Founder & CEO
Sloane Hawes, Chief of Research & Development
Celeste Morales, Senior Director of Research & Development

WEBSITE LINK: https://lor.dog/webinars/

Webinar - 7/10/25 - Bust the Bottleneck: Unlocking Flow in the Animal Care Ecosystem - Best Friends
2025-07-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Creating more efficient flows with noses in and noses out doesn’t have to be complicated or resource intensive. With a few focused practices, you can reduce length of stay, avoid bottlenecks, and get more pets home faster. Pathway planning is a practical, proactive approach to managing your population, and it can work no matter your organization’s size, staffing, or resource level.
Attendees will learn how to define common outcome paths, identify critical flow-through points, and kickstart daily rounds without feeling overwhelmed. With practical, real-world tools and examples, you’ll walk away with the confidence to take your first (or next) step toward more efficient, targeted lifesaving.
Learn from three experienced panelists: Brent Toellner, Senior Director Lifesaving Programs, Best Friends Animal Society; Dr. Colleen Guilfoyle, National Shelter Medicine Veterinarian, Best Friends Animal Society; and Faith Wright, Director of Operations at Brandywine Valley SPCA.
No matter your resources and staff, you can use what you have to star t reducing length of stay, improving kennel stress, and achieving better outcomes for the pets in your care. Register now and join us live on Thursday, July 10 at 3pm ET.
WEBSITE LINK: https://bestfriends-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/2717496577685/WN_FCrMZnfZQuiBE67df9ac2A#/registration

Webinar - 7/10/25 - Community Cat Programs: Legally Upheld, Vet-Approved, and the Most Humane Option for Free-Roaming Cats - CalAnimals
2025-07-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
Join us for a powerful conversation about the legal, scientific, and practical foundation for Community Cat Programs (CCPs)—including TNR, RTF, SNR, and TVNR.
Panelists will unpack the recent court ruling in favor of the San Diego Humane Society’s CCP, setting a statewide precedent for similar programs. You’ll hear from:

Dr. Kate Hurley (UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program), a national leader in shelter medicine, who will share the veterinary and scientific rationale for CCPs as best practice.
Julianna Tetlow (San Diego Humane Society), who led government relations during the 4-year legal battle and will share how the program was built and defended.
Bruce Wagman (SF SPCA Shelter Policy and Legal Services), an animal law expert, who will explain California laws that govern CCPs and what this ruling means for shelters and communities statewide.

Learn why CCPs are not just effective, they’re the most humane and now, court-approved.
What questions do you have about the San Diego community cat case or community cat program considerations in California generally? Please use this survey link to let panelists know: Community Cat Programs Webinar – What would you like to know? Survey
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OVR8F5ilRwud50d-TXboXA

Hybrid Conference - 7/11/25 to 7/13/25 - ASPCA® Cornell Maddie’s® Shelter Medicine Conference - ASPCA (fee applies)
2025-07-11 09:25 - 16:30, 2025-07-12 05:30 - 14:00, 2025-07-13 05:30 - 13:45 | Virtual
The 2025 ASPCA® Cornell Maddie’s® Shelter Medicine Conference will be held July 11-13, 2025, at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. Now in its 22nd year, this year’s conference features world-class continuing education from dozens of sessions covering the latest in medical, behavior and shelter operations. This year’s agenda features over 40 sessions, workshops, and roundtables for sheltering, veterinary, and behavior professionals, including a keynote by Vincent Medley, Maddie’s Human Animal Support Services Director at Austin Pets Alive. Vincent will discuss the history of animal control and its relationship to sheltering.
This year’s tracks include:

Foundations of Sheltering: Features two full days of sessions focused on a review of sheltering principles to deliver high quality care. Includes sessions on population management, training spay/neuter teams, enrichment and more!
Integrated Care: Sessions are centered around veterinary, behavior, and sheltering teams working together to optimize care. Includes presentations on behavior modification in a shelter, behavior in a medical setting, puppy socialization and more!
Vet-to-Vet: Offerings focus on providing efficient and practical medical care to animals in shelter medicine, community medicine, and accessible care settings – delivered by veterinarians, for veterinarians. Includes sessions on clinical pathology, surgical spectrum of care, orthopedic surgery decision making and more!
Community connections: Sessions explore the connection between animal sheltering and the community. Includes sessions on community vaccine clinics, field services, community outreach as a culture and more!
Sheltering Research & Applications: Offerings focus on applying research-backed solutions and protocols. Includes sessions on ringworm in cats, antimicrobials and more!

Livestream Available Again This Year!
Can’t make it to Ithaca? We’ve got you covered! Most conference sessions will be livestreamed and available for both in-person and livestream ticket holders. Check out our livestream page for more info!
WEBSITE LINK: https://events.bizzabo.com/sheltermedconference

Online Event - 7/15/25 to 7/17/25 - The Leadership Summit - The AAWA
2025-07-15 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-07-16 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-07-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Virtual
Does your organization have a culture of learning and growth?
The Leadership Summit is a can’t-miss virtual professional development event for animal welfare leaders who want to boost their own skills and inspire their team members to flourish. Each day features a keynote, followed by a roundtable discussion, and then small group conversations.
1pm – 2:30 pm ET, daily, Tuesday, July 15 – Thursday, July 17
Daily Topic & Keynote Speaker
July 15 – Self-Care and Peer Support for Leaders | Jessica Dolce
July 16 – Building Trust in Animal Welfare | Jasmin Robinson & Maria Morukian
July 17 – Strategic Thinking and Balancing Priorities | Dorie Clark
WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/leadership-summit

Online Event - 7/15/25 - All Call - Shelter Solidarity: Supporting People, Pets and Communities During ICE Actions - California for All Animals
2025-07-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Don’t miss the last call before our August break!
Join us on July 15 at 12 p.m. PT as we explore how mass family separations are impacting our work, and how we can take action together. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is disrupting the safety and stability of our communities by targeting our neighbors and co-workers. When individuals face unexpected detention or move out of the U.S. to seek sanctuary, pets are often surrendered—and people become less likely to engage with organizations requiring identification for adoptions, RTO, or volunteer work. As ICE drives distrust, engagement with vaccination, spay/neuter clinics or other community events may drop.
Panelists will offer unique perspectives and practical strategies for supporting families and pets in our communities. This critical conversation will help us understand the changing landscape and develop responsive approaches so that we can act with care instead of fear, and protect each other.
Panelists:

Alessandra Navidad (Arizona Animal Welfare League)
Ruby Montana (Bridge Pups Rescue)
Ki (Community Organizer, Los Angeles)

Find past call resources and recordings, including the recent Multicultural Engagement Community of Practice series, at the Cal for All Animals website.
The All Call is a California community call for animal well-being professionals. The one-hour call is a dedicated space to share and learn from each other. Popular topics include initiatives that create a more inclusive culture for both staff and community, programs that keep pets with their people, industry trends, research studies, as well as the hard stuff, like what’s not working or what is particularly difficult during times of scarcity. The call is a mix of presentations, storytelling, open discussion, and Q&A time.
The All Call is hosted by the California for All Animals team, Nadia Oseguera-Ramón, Ivy Ruiz, and Allison Cardona. You only need to register one time. Calls are sometimes recorded; recap emails with supplemental resources are sent post-call.
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/all-call

Webinar - 7/16/25 - Essential Rabbit Training for ACOs and Shelter Staff - CalAnimals
2025-07-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
This webinar offers a detailed introduction to the philosophy, and best practices of the San Diego House Rabbit Society (SDHRS), with a focus on practical strategies for shelter staff, field ACOs, and adoption counselors who interact with rabbits in their roles.
Led by SDHRS Executive Director Jennifer Lee, the session will walk through key components of our shelter model, the unique care needs of domestic rabbits, and the core educational framework we use to support adopters and animal welfare professionals.
Key topics include:
• Shelter layout and intake protocols at SDHRS
• Rabbit behavior, communication, and humane handling
• Standards for housing, daily care, and enrichment
• Medical red flags, illness response protocols, and wellness indicators
• Nutrition, litter box training, and sanitation practices
• Public health and disease prevention, including RHDV2 protocols
• Adoption readiness and what SDHRS requires from potential adopters
Who should attend:
Shelter employees, adoption counselors, animal control officers, and anyone involved in the intake, care, or placement of rabbits in shelter or rescue environments.
This webinar is designed to give professionals in the field practical, replicable insights that elevate rabbit welfare and improve outcomes across the board.
This webinar has been generously sponsored by We Mail For You for your printing, direct mail, and promotional item needs.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BCB00FM6RLq5eX8JFfl1iQ#/registration

Hybrid Conference - 7/18/25 to 7/22/25 - AVMA Convention 2025 - AVMA (fee applies)
2025-07-18, 2025-07-19 | Virtual
AVMA is proud to host the 40th World Veterinary Association Congress in conjunction with AVMA Convention 2025. We’ll be bringing together the global veterinary community for an experience unlike any other: high-quality education, exciting events, and the incredible opportunity to meet colleagues from all over the world. Join us July 18-22, in Washington, D.C. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. It’s the premier veterinary event you don’t want to miss!
Early-bird rates have been extended!
In order to make AVMA Convention and the WVA Congress more accessible to the whole veterinary community, we’ve dropped the cost of regular registration by $100! That means everyone can attend the veterinary event of the summer at the lowest possible rates. Don’t miss out on these savings.
Virtual program
Can’t make it to Washington, D.C.? The virtual program lets you stream up to 200 hours of select CE sessions from the comfort of your home. Sessions can be viewed live or on demand and will be available through the end of the year. To see which sessions are included, visit the CE schedule and filter by “Live Stream/On-Demand Sessions.”
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.avma.org/events/avma-convention

Fellowship Opportunity - Deadline 7/18/25 - KSMP California Shelter Medicine Fellowship - UC Davis KSMP
2025-07-18 | Virtual
To practice more effective shelter medicine, we need competence, confidence, and community. The new UC Davis KSMP California Shelter Medicine Fellowship is a year-long collaborative engagement opportunity designed to strengthen all three. If you’re a California veterinarian who’s been working in or with an animal shelter for five years or less, this program will help you:

Gain practical tools for immediate impact: You’ll receive hands-on resources and guides–including sample pathway planning and disease prevention and treatment protocols–that prepare you to tackle pressing challenges and improve care delivery in your shelter.
Activate essential relationship-building skills: You’ll deepen your communication, conflict resolution, and resilience within a shelter medicine context.
Join a supportive community and invest in your career at no cost: This professional development program is free for you and your shelter, removing barriers to growing your skillset.

When and where:
The Fellowship year will kick off September 9-12, 2025, in Davis with an in-person workshop and orientation event. Weekly one-hour virtual meetings and regional field trips will follow.
Thanks to generous support from KSMP donors, the UC Davis KSMP California Shelter Medicine Fellowship is completely free to you and your shelter. All program costs and travel expenses will be covered.
This fellowship might be for you if:

You’re a California veterinarian who’s been working in or with an animal shelter for five years or less.
You’re ready to collaborate with a small group of peers who share your commitment to shelter medicine, curiosity, and compassion for humans and animals.
You want practical tools to expand your shelter medicine expertise and navigate challenging situations while exploring what holds you—and your shelter—back from achieving shared goals.
You’re ready to dig into critical topics at the heart of shelter medicine, like the pros and cons of euthanasia decision-making models.
You believe that meaningful change is possible. The focus of this fellowship isn’t to solve every challenge facing your shelter, but to guide you in identifying your sphere of influence and an area of focus that speaks to you.

How to apply:
Complete this short application by July 18. Email clkarsten@ucdavis.edu with any questions.
