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SUMMARY:Online Event - 6/26/25 - Maddie's Monthly Behavior Connection: Leadership through Lifesaving and Euthanasia Process - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION: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. \nGuest Speaker: Meaghan Colville \nJoin 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. \nWho 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. \nYou only need to register once for all meetings: https://maddies.fund/MonthlyBehaviorRegistration \nCan’t attend live? Register anyway and you will get a link to the recording within a day or two after each meeting. \nAll 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 \nMaddie’s Fund does not share registration information. \nThe opinions expressed by webinar presenters are their own and do not necessarily represent those of Maddie’s Fund. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://maddies.fund/MonthlyBehaviorRegistration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-fourth-thursdays-maddies-monthly-behavior-connection-maddies-fund-14/
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 6/27/25 to 6/30/25 - Pac Vet 2025 - CVMA (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://pacvet.net/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-6-27-25-to-6-30-25-pac-vet-2025-cvma-fee-applies/2025-06-27/
LOCATION:Long Beach Convention Center\, 300 E. Ocean Blvd.\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T060000
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SUMMARY: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
DESCRIPTION:Why Pets Matter in Human Services\nIn 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. \nThis free\, 1.5-credit ethics CEU webinar for social workers and human service professionals addresses this critical gap. \nAsk About Pets: An Ethical Call to Action\nPresented by Dr. Janet Hoy-Gerlach\, LISW-S\, LCSW\nHosted by Open Door Veterinary Collective and the International Association of Veterinary Social Work \nWEBSITE LINK: https://iavsw.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1951749
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/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/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Online Event - 7/1/25 - All Call: More Effective Customer Care - California for All Animals
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAre 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! \nJuly 1 Topic: More Effective Customer Care \nDon’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. \nAccess 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. \nThe 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. \nAbout the All Call \nThe 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. \nThe 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. \nRegister here: https://tinyurl.com/all-call
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-7-1-25-all-call-more-effective-customer-care-california-for-all-animals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Application deadline 7/4/25 – Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program August 2025 Session – UC Davis KSMP Shelter Learniverse
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThrough engaging online courses\, you’ll gain expertise in: \n\nBest practices to reduce animal stress.\nFoundational animal care and medical care to enhance your skills.\nBehavior\, training\, and enrichment for healthier\, happier animals.\nPopulation management to optimize shelter resources.\nDaily care best practices that streamline your workflow and maximize impact.\n\nWhether 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. \nWhy Become Certified? \n\nAdvance your career with professional credentials.\nLearn practical\, actionable skills to improve daily operations.\nGain confidence in providing high-quality care for every animal.\n\nApplications 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.  \nAPPLICATION DEADLINE: 7/4/25. \nCertification is currently free\, #ThanksToMaddie! \nThis 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. \nLearn more about upcoming sessions and apply at https://tinyurl.com/SCS-General
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-application-deadline-7-4-25-shelter-care-specialist-certification-program-august-2025-session-uc-davis-ksmp-shelter-learniverse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/8/25 - Overwhelmed\, Overcrowded and Overburdened: Finding New and Creative Ways to Serve More with Fewer Resources - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTogether\, 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! \nThis 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. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/overwhelmed-overcrowded-and-overburdened-finding-new-and-creative-ways-to-serve-more-with-fewer-resources/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-8-25-overwhelmed-overcrowded-and-overburdened-finding-new-and-creative-ways-to-serve-more-with-fewer-resources-naca-justice-clearinghouse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250709T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250709T140000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/9/25 - Quick Snips and Quality Care; HQHVSN Updates - Best Friends
DESCRIPTION: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! \nPresented by: Dr. Erin Katribe\, DVM\, DABVP (Shelter Medicine) and Melanie Lyons\, LVT from the National Shelter Medicine team with Best Friends Animal Society \nWEBSITE LINK: https://bestfriends-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/4717437859110/WN_iRsWQsmFS4aikwy3tfGwsg#/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-9-25-quick-snips-and-quality-care-hqhvsn-updates-best-friends/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250709T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250709T174500
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SUMMARY:Online Event - Monthly - Journey You Own Meditation Gathering - JYO
DESCRIPTION:Create a shared\, supportive space to explore grounding practices. \nThe 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. \nAttendees 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. \nAbout the Host \nJyothi 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. \nJyothi 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. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://jyo.world/meditation-gathering/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-monthly-journey-you-own-meditation-gathering-jyo-2-2/2025-07-09/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250710T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250710T120000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/10/25 - Inclusion as a Solution to Animal Welfare Challenges Associated with Dog Breeding - Life of Riley at Springpoint
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSpeakers:\nCompanions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE) \n\nJames Evans\, Founder & CEO\nSloane Hawes\, Chief of Research & Development\nCeleste Morales\, Senior Director of Research & Development\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://lor.dog/webinars/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-10-25-inclusion-as-a-solution-to-animal-welfare-challenges-associated-with-dog-breeding-life-of-riley-at-springpoint/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250710T120000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/10/25 - Bust the Bottleneck: Unlocking Flow in the Animal Care Ecosystem  - Best Friends
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAttendees 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. \nLearn 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. \nNo 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. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://bestfriends-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/2717496577685/WN_FCrMZnfZQuiBE67df9ac2A#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-10-25-bust-the-bottleneck-unlocking-flow-in-the-animal-care-ecosystem-best-friends/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250710T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250710T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142549
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/10/25 - Community Cat Programs: Legally Upheld\, Vet-Approved\, and the Most Humane Option for Free-Roaming Cats - CalAnimals
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a powerful conversation about the legal\, scientific\, and practical foundation for Community Cat Programs (CCPs)—including TNR\, RTF\, SNR\, and TVNR. \nPanelists 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: \n\nDr. 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.\nJulianna 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.\nBruce 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.\n\nLearn why CCPs are not just effective\, they’re the most humane and now\, court-approved. \nWhat 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 \nWEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OVR8F5ilRwud50d-TXboXA
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-10-25-community-cat-programs-legally-upheld-vet-approved-and-the-most-humane-option-for-free-roaming-cats-calanimals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250711T092500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250711T163000
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 7/11/25 to 7/13/25 - ASPCA® Cornell Maddie’s® Shelter Medicine Conference - ASPCA (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis year’s tracks include: \n\nFoundations 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!\nIntegrated 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!\nVet-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!\nCommunity 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!\nSheltering Research & Applications: Offerings focus on applying research-backed solutions and protocols. Includes sessions on ringworm in cats\, antimicrobials and more!\n\nLivestream Available Again This Year! \nCan’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! \nWEBSITE LINK: https://events.bizzabo.com/sheltermedconference
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-7-11-25-to-7-13-25-aspca-cornell-maddies-shelter-medicine-conference-aspca-fee-applies/2025-07-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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SUMMARY:Online Event - 7/15/25 to 7/17/25 - The Leadership Summit - The AAWA
DESCRIPTION:Does your organization have a culture of learning and growth? \nThe 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. \n1pm – 2:30 pm ET\, daily\, Tuesday\, July 15 – Thursday\, July 17 \nDaily Topic & Keynote Speaker\nJuly 15 – Self-Care and Peer Support for Leaders | Jessica Dolce\nJuly 16 – Building Trust in Animal Welfare | Jasmin Robinson & Maria Morukian\nJuly 17 – Strategic Thinking and Balancing Priorities | Dorie Clark \nWEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/leadership-summit
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-7-15-25-to-7-17-25-the-leadership-summit-the-aawa/2025-07-15/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142549
CREATED:20250630T163555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T163555Z
UID:10005901-1752660000-1752663600@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/16/25 - Essential Rabbit Training for ACOs and Shelter Staff - CalAnimals
DESCRIPTION: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.\nLed 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. \nKey topics include:\n• Shelter layout and intake protocols at SDHRS\n• Rabbit behavior\, communication\, and humane handling\n• Standards for housing\, daily care\, and enrichment\n• Medical red flags\, illness response protocols\, and wellness indicators\n• Nutrition\, litter box training\, and sanitation practices\n• Public health and disease prevention\, including RHDV2 protocols\n• Adoption readiness and what SDHRS requires from potential adopters \nWho should attend:\nShelter employees\, adoption counselors\, animal control officers\, and anyone involved in the intake\, care\, or placement of rabbits in shelter or rescue environments.\nThis webinar is designed to give professionals in the field practical\, replicable insights that elevate rabbit welfare and improve outcomes across the board. \nThis webinar has been generously sponsored by We Mail For You for your printing\, direct mail\, and promotional item needs. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BCB00FM6RLq5eX8JFfl1iQ#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-16-25-essential-rabbit-training-for-acos-and-shelter-staff-calanimals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250719
DTSTAMP:20260403T142549
CREATED:20250630T204157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T204157Z
UID:10005908-1752796800-1752883199@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 7/18/25 to 7/22/25 - AVMA Convention 2025 - AVMA (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION: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! \nEarly-bird rates have been extended!\nIn 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. \nVirtual program\nCan’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.” \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.avma.org/events/avma-convention
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-7-18-25-to-7-22-25-avma-convention-2025-avma-fee-applies/2025-07-18/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Conference,Hybrid Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250719
DTSTAMP:20260403T142549
CREATED:20250708T001127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250708T001127Z
UID:10005984-1752796800-1752883199@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Fellowship Opportunity - Deadline 7/18/25 - KSMP California Shelter Medicine Fellowship - UC Davis KSMP
DESCRIPTION: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: \n\nGain 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.\nActivate essential relationship-building skills: You’ll deepen your communication\, conflict resolution\, and resilience within a shelter medicine context.\nJoin 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.\n\nWhen and where: \nThe 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.  \nThanks 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. \nThis fellowship might be for you if: \n\nYou’re a California veterinarian who’s been working in or with an animal shelter for five years or less.\nYou’re ready to collaborate with a small group of peers who share your commitment to shelter medicine\, curiosity\, and compassion for humans and animals.\nYou 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.\nYou’re ready to dig into critical topics at the heart of shelter medicine\, like the pros and cons of euthanasia decision-making models.\nYou 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.\n\nHow to apply:  \nComplete this short application by July 18. Email clkarsten@ucdavis.edu with any questions.
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/fellowship-opportunity-deadline-7-18-25-ksmp-california-shelter-medicine-fellowship-uc-davis-ksmp/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Fellowship Opportunity
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250719T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142549
CREATED:20250630T170615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T170615Z
UID:10005905-1752908400-1752933600@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Event - 7/19/25 - 2025 Online Feline Leukemia Day - Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:The Community Cats Podcast in partnership with the Tompkins Foundation for FeLV Advocacy will once again host the highly anticipated Online Feline Leukemia Day. This one-day event is dedicated exclusively to supporting cats affected by feline leukemia virus (FeLV)\, a retrovirus that impacts a cat’s immune system and makes them more vulnerable to illness. Although FeLV is often misunderstood\, many cats with the virus can live fulfilling\, happy lives with proper care and support. \nDesigned for animal shelter staff\, veterinarians\, caregivers\, and pet parents who care for these special kitties\, the event will offer insights into the latest advancements in FeLV treatment and diagnosis\, along with best practices for managing FeLV-positive cats in shelter settings. \nSessions will cover critical topics\, including approaches to reduce virus transmission\, ways to create enriching environments that enhance the well-being of FeLV-positive cats\, and effective strategies for educating the public on FeLV misconceptions and care. Expert speakers from across the animal welfare community will provide practical strategies and answer questions\, equipping attendees with the knowledge needed to make a meaningful difference for cats with FeLV. This event is an invaluable opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and connect with others committed to improving the lives of FeLV-positive cats. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/2025-online-feline-leukemia-day-conference/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-7-19-25-2025-online-feline-leukemia-day-community-cats-podcast-small-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Conference,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250722T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250722T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142549
CREATED:20250714T203808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T203808Z
UID:10005986-1753174800-1753196400@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Event - 7/22/25 to 7/24/25 - Pacific Animal Control/Service Officer Virtual Summit - Best Friends
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a transformative three-day virtual summit tailored specifically for animal control/service officers and dispatch in the Pacific Region. This summit aims to equip officers with advanced skills\, innovative strategies\, and a supportive network to enhance community engagement and animal welfare outcomes. \nSummit Highlights: \n– Advanced Field Techniques: Delve into topics like “Beyond the Scanner: Advanced Return to Home in the Field” and “Intake Diversion in the Field” to refine your on-the-ground approaches. \n– Community Engagement: Explore “Community Oriented Approaches” while helping identify your biases\, and “Community Cat Conflict Mitigation” to foster stronger community relations and proactive solutions. \n– Operational Excellence: Sessions on “Strategic Field Operations”\, “Understanding your Ordinances” and “Lifesaving Dispatch” will provide insights into effective and lawful practices. \n– Wellness and Resilience: Address the importance of mental well-being in the field with a dedicated session on compassion fatigue and resilience-building. \n– Interactive Learning: Participate in facilitated roundtables and case studies to share experiences\, challenges\, and solutions with peers. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://bestfriends-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/1817504495481/WN_NVwdoTviQOC9mIUGxljwSA#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-7-22-25-to-7-24-25-pacific-animal-control-service-officer-virtual-summit-best-friends/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Conference,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250722T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250722T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T142549
CREATED:20250630T170110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T170110Z
UID:10005904-1753178400-1753182900@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/22/25 - Culture = Success: The Secret to Building a Positive Workplace Culture in Animal Welfare - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
DESCRIPTION:The animal welfare industry is understaffed and facing worker turnover\, like employers around the country. The effects are dire: animal shelter workers are burned out\, and animals’ lives are at risk. But in the face of these challenges\, Pasco County Animal Services (PCAS) in Florida has zero vacant positions and hasn’t had an opening in an entry-level position in over 14 months. PCAS Assistant Director Spencer Conover attributes this success to a positive workplace culture built through inspiration\, leadership\, recognition\, equal pay\, and training. \nIn this webinar\, Spencer will discuss how PCAS created and sustains its positive workplace culture and how you can easily adapt these methods to help better retain team members and build a positive workplace culture of your own. \nThis 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. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/culture-success-the-secret-to-building-a-positive-workplace-culture-in-animal-welfare/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-22-25-culture-success-the-secret-to-building-a-positive-workplace-culture-in-animal-welfare-naca-justice-clearinghouse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250722T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250722T134500
DTSTAMP:20260403T142549
CREATED:20250602T202350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T202350Z
UID:10005868-1753187400-1753191900@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/22/25 and 7/24/25 - Access to Veterinary Care: Affordable or Excellent: Why Not Both? - CVMA (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Affordable care should not equate to substandard care. This presentation will cover how to utilize registered veterinary technicians (RVTs) and veterinary assistants to expand access to care in a surgical setting. We will also explore how leveraging RVTs and veterinary assistants can enhance access to affordable surgical care without compromising quality. We will discuss how RVTs and veterinary assistants can work together to form creative anesthesia and pain management approaches\, including making CRIs easy and how to learn and implement local blocks. We will also discuss case management when overnight care is not an option. \nThis course qualifies for 1.5 CEUs. \nCVMA Online Seminars are convenient interactive presentations offering CEUs held in real-time. This learning platform allows you to participate from anywhere with internet access—from your practice\, your home\, or anywhere you have an internet connection. Attending is as easy as a few mouse clicks. You will only need internet access and either computer audio\, a headset\, or a telephone. \nThis webinar is open to veterinarians\, veterinary technicians\, veterinary hospital staff\, and veterinary students only. \nSpeaker: Robin Post\, RVT\nRobin Post\, RVT\, started her medical career as a veterinary assistant in the shelter medicine department of the San Francisco SPCA\, then assuming a supervisory role in the SFSPCA Spay/Neuter clinic. Before joining Animal Fix Clinic\, Robin was Supervisor of Off-Site Spay-Neuter Services\, where she coordinated MASH-style spay/neuter clinics and helped develop spay/neuter programs at municipal shelters. She is also a reserve field technician for HSVMA–RAVS. Robin has overseen the anesthesia of literally tens of thousands of dogs and cats (from half-pound kittens to feral dogs to geriatric patients) in just about every imaginable physical condition. She received the CVMA’s Linda Markland Outstanding RVT of the Year Award in 2023. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://cvma.net/continuing-education/upcoming-ce/cvma-access-to-care-webinar/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-22-25-and-7-24-25-access-to-veterinary-care-affordable-or-excellent-why-not-both-cvma-fee-applies/2025-07-22/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142549
CREATED:20250630T164005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T164005Z
UID:10005902-1753351200-1753354800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/24/25 - Find your popsicle hotline: Creating the ultimate adopter experience - CalAnimals
DESCRIPTION:Shelters and rescues are overflowing while millions of new pet-loving households have emerged in the past year alone. So why aren’t they adopting? The truth is adoption is losing ground. While pet ownership is booming\, shelters remain the third choice behind breeders and family rehoming. It’s time for a radical shift. \nJoin Petco Love for an eye-opening session on how to transform all facets of your adoption program into an irresistible first choice. We’ll break down customer psychology\, challenge outdated strategies and introduce fresh\, experience-driven adoption models that make saying “yes” to a pet effortless and exciting. Using innovative examples from across industries\, like the simple “popsicle hotline” that gave Hollywood’s Magic Castle hotel an unheard-of boost in guest satisfaction and occupancy rates\, this session will prove that you don’t have to spend big in order achieve exemplary service and drive customer loyalty. \nIf you’re ready to attract more adopters\, boost live outcomes and turn your shelter into the go-to destination for pet lovers\, this is your call to action. Increasing adoptions and creating new families starts with creating an experience they can’t resist. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BXObpKnVQg-et-86J-bwKg#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-24-25-find-your-popsicle-hotline-creating-the-ultimate-adopter-experience-calanimals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250724T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142549
CREATED:20250717T231255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T231316Z
UID:10005989-1753354800-1753358400@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/24/25 - Dogs & Data Webinar Series: Spotlighting Fostering - Pedigree and Adopt a Pet
DESCRIPTION:Foster is arguably the single most important intervention to save dogs’ lives which is why this year’s Dogs & Data webinar series will focus on establishing and/or expanding foster programs. \nPEDIGREE Foundation and Adopt a Pet will share expert insights on creating a foster-centric shelter model. Whether you’re launching a new program or enhancing an existing one\, these data-driven sessions will provide practical strategies to improve volunteer recruitment\, onboarding\, and the overall fostering process. These webinars are designed specifically for animal welfare professionals of all levels who are looking to establish\, enhance or expand foster programs. We hope you’re able to join us! \nAll sessions will be hosted by April Huntsman\, Senior Director of Animal Welfare for Adopt a Pet and Kristen Hassen\, Founder and CEO of Outcomes for Pets Consulting \nSession details:\nThursday\, July 24 @ 2 pm ET: The Foster Pulse\, Understanding the Community’s Willingness to Foster \nWe’ll explore public perceptions of fostering and share key survey insights into what motivates—or holds people back—from becoming fosters. We’ll also highlight differences between potential cat and dog fosters\, giving you valuable guidance to attract and support the right fosters for your organization. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://kinship-co.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ymFnkj9rSa2iG3PInPiM_A#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-24-25-dogs-data-webinar-series-spotlighting-fostering-pedigree-and-adopt-a-pet/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250725T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142549
CREATED:20250714T202359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T202359Z
UID:10005985-1753437600-1753441200@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/25/25 - Breathing Space: Controlling Canine Respiratory Disease Amid Shelter Crowding - UC Davis KSMP
DESCRIPTION:Facing increasing intake numbers and the constant threat of infectious disease? If it seems like dogs keep getting sick no matter what you do\, join KSMP Outreach Veterinarian Dr. Chumkee Aziz and learn steps you can take today to prevent and manage Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease (CIRD) in your shelter. \nWith proven isolation and quarantine protocols\, your team can create crucial room to breathe\, ensuring more dogs stay healthy and ready for adoption. \nBy the end of this webinar\, you’ll be ready to: \n\nPinpoint key risk factors that fuel CIRD spread and severity in shelters\, and know when and how to use isolation\, quarantine\, and foster care strategies to manage CIRD effectively.\nEvaluate and apply the latest vaccination recommendations for CIRD prevention\, while recognizing their effectiveness and limitations in shelter settings.\nCreate treatment plans for CIRD cases\, focusing on choosing the right antibiotics and using them responsibly\, and knowing when to run tests.\nUnderstand how managing your shelter’s capacity\, using good housing\, and reducing stress can help prevent CIRD.\n\nFrom RVTs to DVMs and beyond\, everyone in the shelter has the power to have a big impact on animal health. CIRD doesn’t have to be status quo! \nThis webinar has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval\, as well as 1 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA) continuing education credit by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement (AAWA) and National Animal Care and Control Association (NACA). \nCan’t make it live? Register to receive a recording and resources after the event. You can find more free CE in the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program Shelter Learniverse\, #ThanksToMaddie! \nREGISTER NOW: https://sheltermedicine.zoom.us/webinar/register/8617519137298/WN_dNSfttoDTOSSc0OLHdoAmQ
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-25-25-breathing-space-controlling-canine-respiratory-disease-amid-shelter-crowding-uc-davis-ksmp/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250727T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250727T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142549
CREATED:20250630T171020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T171020Z
UID:10005906-1753614000-1753623000@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Event – 7/27/25 – Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to be part of the solution for feral and stray cats in your neighborhood? Our expert instructors will teach you best practices for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and colony management. Learn what TNR is and why it works. 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 after taking a short quiz and gain access to an ongoing Facebook group for networking with other TNR activists. Instructed by Neighborhood Cats. \nSession duration is 2.5 hours\, followed by an optional 15-minute Q&A session. \n$10 Fee \nRegistration Link
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-7-27-25-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-community-cats-podcast-small-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250729T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250729T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142549
CREATED:20250721T225305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T225305Z
UID:10005995-1753783200-1753786800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/29/25 - State of the Art Return-to-Home Tools  - CalAnimals
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to promote community-based lost pet reunification\, reduce the number of stray animals entering your shelter\, and identify owners of lost pets even without identification! \nDocuPet has designed and is now offering progressive tools to help pet owners find their lost pets prior to a finder having to bring them to the shelter or an ACO being called for a loose stray animal. Additionally\, DocuPet has designed a Pet Record Search Tool that participating animal control agencies and shelters can access to help identify a pet owner\, even if the pet does not have a tag number or microchip. \nBoth of these tools are available to all pet owners and agencies at no cost. \n● For those agencies who use DocuPet as their licensing provider\, this is an enhancement to your current services (at no charge) and will help to increase your license compliance rates.\n● For those agencies who do not provide licensing services and/or do not use DocuPet as their licensing provider\, these tools are available to you at no charge. \nThere is no catch! Come learn how to get these tools up and running at your organization immediately and be part of a state-wide initiative to decrease the number of lost/stray animals entering our shelters! \nPresenter: Jackie Rose\, JD\, MS\, CAWA–DocuPet Chief Strategy Officer \nWEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/eTRfLc3oQ_qpluvCiCOlHA#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-29-25-state-of-the-art-return-to-home-tools-calanimals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250729T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T142549
CREATED:20250610T204932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T204932Z
UID:10005885-1753786800-1753790400@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/29/25 - What’s Working – and What’s Next: Strategic Funding for Free-Roaming Cat Impact - United Spay Alliance
DESCRIPTION:Across the country\, dedicated funders and organizations have invested significant time and resources in spay/neuter\, TNR\, and colony care to improve the lives of free-roaming cats. But after years of hard work\, it’s time to ask: Are we making the most of our efforts? Are today’s strategies achieving the scale of impact we need – or is there a better way to help even more cats? \nJoin us on Tuesday\, July 29 for a live webinar with the authors of the new report\, Free-Roaming Cat Management: A Funder’s Guide to Better Impact\, commissioned by the Summerlee Foundation. This timely report takes a step back to assess where we’ve been\, what’s working\, and how we can align our resources for even greater results. \nLearn what the research tells us\, explore key recommendations\, and consider how the animal welfare field can move forward – together – with renewed clarity and purpose. \nBring your questions and join the conversation about where we go from here. Read the full report at TheCatReport.org \nTHIS SESSION WILL BE RECORDED. \nSpeakers: \nJohn D. Boone\, Ph.D. – Wildlife biologist with the Great Basin Bird Observatory in Reno NV\, specializing in the conservation and ecology of western birds. He has served as board chair of the SPCA of Northern Nevada for most of the past 24 years and has been a board member of the Alliance for Contraception in Cats & Dogs since 2010. John has consulted on nearly 100 projects across the globe focused on the humane management of free roaming dogs and cats. \nStacy LeBaron – A leading voice in community cat management with over 30 years of experience in animal welfare. She is the founder of the Community Cats Podcast and co-creator of the Community Cats Program Management Certificate course at the University of the Pacific. Stacy also co-owns the Community Cat Clinic in Georgia and serves as treasurer and director of strategy for United Spay Alliance. Her work focuses on empowering grassroots efforts and designing sustainable\, data-driven programs to reduce cat overpopulation. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.unitedspayalliance.org/webinar-whats-working-and-whats-next-strategic-funding-for-free-roaming-cat-impact/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-29-25-whats-working-and-whats-next-strategic-funding-for-free-roaming-cat-impact-united-spay-alliance/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/29/25 - Caring for Each Other: What to do if ICE comes to your vet clinic - MCVMA and AAVMP
DESCRIPTION:In the current tumultuous political climate\, knowing our rights and caring for our communities is more important than ever. The increased abductions and deportations happening by Immigration and Customs Enforcement have been tearing apart families and communities. These deportations are targeting BIPOC\, primarily affecting Latinx and Asian-American communities. Veterinary medicine is not immune to the impacts. Our colleagues\, employees\, clients\, and patients can all be affected. Aside from the devastating human impacts\, pets could be separated from their family members with no warning or ability to plan for their care. This could lead to increased strain on shelters and rescues\, increase barriers to accessing veterinary care\, and lead to the loss of some of our most vulnerable veterinary colleagues. Knowing our rights can help us protect each other. \nJoin us for a live presentation by the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project\, hosted by the Multicultural Veterinary Medical Association and the Association of Asian Veterinary Medical Professionals: \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6317513410672/WN_2QsiDAgfQXypMQhisY3mVg
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-29-25-caring-for-each-other-what-to-do-if-ice-comes-to-your-vet-clinic-mcvma-and-aavmp/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T120000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/30/25 - What Every Animal Shelter is Getting Wrong and How To Fix It - Outcomes Consulting
DESCRIPTION:Join us on July 30 at 2:00 PM EST / 11:00 AM PST for a live webinar\, facilitated by Kristen Hassen of Outcomes Consulting Group\, and featuring industry experts Jackson Galaxy\, Dr. Sara Pizano\, and Cameron Moore. \nIn this webinar\, you’ll connect with expert animal shelter consultants who have visited hundreds of animal shelters. What they share may surprise you! Despite geographic and demographic diversity\, differences in the size and types of animal shelters\, and unique animal shelter cultures\, many problems animal shelters experience are nearly identical. We’ll break down the key solvable challenges and offer practical fixes that have worked time and time again to reduce length of stay\, improve staff and volunteer morale\, make shelters safer\, and ensure every animal receives the care and attention they deserve. Dr. Sara Pizano\, Jackson Galaxy\, and Cameron Moore will come together for the first time to share their combined decades of experience helping shelters recover from crises\, improve operations\, and plan for the future. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://tinyurl.com/4xcx2fxt
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-30-25-what-every-animal-shelter-is-getting-wrong-and-how-to-fix-it-outcomes-consulting/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T123000
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SUMMARY:Online Course – 7/30/25 – Return to Home Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Leave all your assumptions about ‘dumped\, abandoned\, or unwanted’ stray cats at the door! Imagine if every stray cat entering our shelters was treated as a beloved pet with a family searching for them. How can we streamline the process of reuniting lost pets with their owners—without overburdening our dedicated staff and volunteers or filling up shelter space with lengthy stray holds? \nIn this session\, we’ll explore straightforward\, effective strategies and processes you can implement to support the owners of lost cats\, become a valuable resource for those who find stray cats\, and boost the rates at which cats in our shelters are joyfully reunited with their families. \nTake advantage of the interactive format and earn your certificate of completion after passing a short quiz. Plus gain access to an exclusive Facebook group to network with other cat-focused volunteers and professionals. \nThis workshop is presented by Corinne Bourgoin\, Shelter Operations Supervisor at the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA)\, and lasts 1.5 hours\, including an optional 15-minute Q&A session. Registration is just $10.00. \nThis course/webinar/series/conference has been approved for Continuing Educational Units by the National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA). National certificate holders can submit for credit consistent with the NACA CEU policy located https://nacatraining.org/continuing-education-recertification/ \nWEBSITE LINK: https://register.gotowebinar.com/rt/1212988267258063447
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-7-30-25-return-to-home-certification-workshop-community-cats-podcast-small-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250730T130000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 7/30/25 - Unaltered Trends: A National Look at Sterilization Rates and Shelter Impact - Shelter Animals Count
DESCRIPTION:The rate of animals that are entering animal sheltering organizations spayed or neutered at intake are falling—and the impact of that is compounding. Join Shelter Animals Count as we unveil findings from our new Altered Status Report\, a five-year national analysis of spay/neuter trends in shelter populations based on exclusive animal-level data from over 260 organizations. \nThis session will unpack key data points by species\, intake type\, and region—highlighting the sharpest declines in altered status\, how those shifts are influencing length of stay\, and what it means for shelter capacity and community-level care. We’ll also explore the urgent need for targeted interventions to prevent further erosion in preventive veterinary access. \nSpecial guest Dr. Julie Levy will present insights from her latest study\, The Post-Pandemic Pet Sterilization Gap\, providing critical context on how the pandemic exacerbated surgical shortfalls—and what we can do now to catch up. \nWhether you’re working in sheltering\, rescue\, policy\, or industry\, this webinar will equip you with the data and talking points needed to understand—and respond to—one of the most pressing issues in animal welfare today. \nPanelists: \nStephanie Filer\, Executive Director\, Shelter Animals Count\nTori Fugate\, Director of Communications\, Shelter Animals Count\nDr. Julie Levy\, DVM\, University of Florida\, Shelter Medicine Program \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.shelteranimalscount.org/event/webinar-unaltered-trends-a-national-look-at-sterilization-rates-and-shelter-impact/ \n 
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-7-30-25-unaltered-trends-a-national-look-at-sterilization-rates-and-shelter-impact-shelter-animals-count/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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