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SUMMARY:Webinar - 10/21/25 - Doors Wide Open: Connecting the Dots: Integrated Operations for Greater Access to Care - Open Door Veterinary Collective
DESCRIPTION:Join Open Door Veterinary Collective for a second series of lively conversations as we explore innovative and practical solutions that organizations are using to address barriers to accessing pet care and resources in their communities. \nIn this 30-minute Lunch & Learn webcast—part of our 4-part series—we spotlight Doug Plant and his transformative work as COO of Michigan Humane. Discover how Doug is weaving together Clinic and Shelter Operations\, Facilities\, Field Services\, Volunteer Services\, and Community Solutions into a cohesive strategy to increase access to care. Learn how this integrated approach is breaking silos\, streamlining services\, and ultimately improving outcomes for pets and the people who love them. Grab your lunch and get inspired by a leader who’s bringing it all together to build a more humane\, connected system. \nGet inspired by a leader who is bringing it all together to build a more humane\, connected system\, one that puts both human and animal well-being at the center. \nRegister for the series: https://maddies.fund/DoorsWideOpenWebcastSeriesRegister \nFacilitator: Geraldine D’Silva\, Maddie’s National Director of Programs & Partnerships \nWho should attend? Everyone is welcome! This series is perfect for those interested or involved in access to veterinary care. Each session will be recorded and viewable on-demand within a few days after the event. \nEarn continuing education credit from The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement towards CAWA CEs as well as from the National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA). \nCome make friends and learn to make access to care more achievable for all involved! \nQuestions on the topic? Ask them to the guest speakers on the Forum discussion thread: https://forum.maddiesfund.org/discussion/open-door-webcast-integrated-operations-for-greater-access-to-care \nGuest Speaker: Doug Plant\, COO\, Michigan Humane \nWEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/DoorsWideOpenWebcastSeriesRegister
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-10-21-25-doors-wide-open-connecting-the-dots-integrated-operations-for-greater-access-to-care-open-door-veterinary-collective/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Online Meeting - Mondays - Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWho Should Join?\nExecutive 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. \nWin Ca$h for Attending!\nEach 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. \nRegister Today\nJoin 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 July 2025 or are new to these meetings\, please use this link to register:\nhttps://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025 \nAll calls are recorded and uploaded to the Community Conversations page on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations \nPlease note: All views expressed on these calls are not necessarily endorsed by Maddie’s Fund. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-meeting-mondays-weekly-community-conversations-thankstomaddie-maddies-fund-2-2-2-2-3-6-2-2-3-2-2-3/2025-10-20/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 10/20/25 - Spectrum of Care: Appropriate Management of Toxicology Cases on a Budget - ASPCAPro
DESCRIPTION:The spectrum of care in the management of toxicities refers to the range of strategies used to recognize\, assess\, prevent and treat adverse effects. The primary goal is to ensure patient safety while maintaining treatment efficacy. This session will demonstrate the value of establishing key goals for veterinary care\, while emphasizing the critical role of communication\, evidence-based medicine and client-centered decision-making in the treatment of toxicities. \nKey Takeaways: \n– Learn spectrum of care terminology \n– Understand why spectrum of care may be needed \n– Recognize the importance of the veterinary team regarding spectrum of care \nThis webinar is RACE-approved and is eligible for 1 hour of free CE for veterinarians and veterinary technicians. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://aspca.zoom.us/webinar/register/4217576001150/WN_rRAve-crSYSOu5QAzusM_w#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-10-20-25-spectrum-of-care-appropriate-management-of-toxicology-cases-on-a-budget-aspcapro/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T050000
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SUMMARY:Online Conference – 10/19/25 – 2025 NKC Veterinary Conference – National Kitten Coalition (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:The National Kitten Coalition Veterinary Conference (NKCVC) is the only veterinary conference dedicated entirely to kitten care! \nThis full-day virtual event\, scheduled for Sunday\, October 19\, 2025\, will feature presentations by leading veterinary experts covering a wide range of specialized topics\, including developmental milestones\, behavioral insights\, medications\, medical protocols\, surgical techniques\, and more. All registered participants will have access to the recorded sessions and optional quizzes through December 31\, 2025\, in addition to the live conference. \nThe NKCVC is a kitten-focused\, virtual event intended for veterinarians\, veterinary technicians/nurses\, those currently enrolled in veterinary or veterinary technician schools\, veterinary staff members in private practices and shelters\, and those involved in veterinary education and research. \nTake advantage of Early Bird registration today and don’t miss the opportunity to secure your spot at a discounted rate! \nWEBSITE LINK:  http://kittencoalition.org/the-national-kitten-coalition-veterinary-conference/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-conference-10-19-25-2025-nkc-veterinary-conference-national-kitten-coalition-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T183000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 10/15/25 - No More Cat Wrangling: Techniques for Feline-Friendly Handling - HumaneVMA
DESCRIPTION:Many cats experience fear\, anxiety\, and stress during handling and veterinary visits\, leading to various negative consequences for both the cats and their human caretakers. These effects may include reduced quality of life for the cats\, increased risks of injury to veterinary staff\, lower quality care during visits\, and potential surrender of cats by caregivers due to broken bonds. It is essential to limit fear\, anxiety\, and stress in cats by providing positive and gentle human-to-cat interactions. This session will focus on recognizing signs of fear\, anxiety\, and stress in cats and provide participants with practical\, effective handling strategies. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the physiological and behavioral effects of fear\, anxiety\, and stress in cats.\nIdentify common signs of fear\, anxiety\, and stress in cats to improve early detection and intervention strategies.\nLearn and apply handling techniques that prioritize cat comfort and reduce fear\, anxiety\, and stress in various settings.\n\nPresented by: Tabitha Kucera\, CCBC\, RVT\, KPA-CTP\, VTS (Behavior) \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://humanevma.memberclicks.net/webinars
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-10-15-25-no-more-cat-wrangling-techniques-for-feline-friendly-handling-humanevma/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T173000
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SUMMARY:Online Event - 10/15/25 - Shelter Med LIVE - Small Patients\, Big Procedures: Weighing Pediatric Spay and Neuter Considerations - UC Davis KSMP
DESCRIPTION:Shelter medicine bridges gaps in veterinary care access\, ensuring animals are sterilized\, vaccinated\, and healthy before going home to the people and communities who care for them. Shelter Med LIVE is the place where vet professionals connect around what it takes to make shelter medicine happen every day—from intake triage to MacGyvering creative fixes. Every third Wednesday\, join your UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program outreach veterinarian host and special guests for real talk and real solutions.   \nAsk questions (or send them in ahead of time). This isn’t a lecture—it’s a conversation for everyone who wants to nerd out on shelter medicine. Kick back and recharge with your colleagues in the middle of a long week.   \nOn the 10/15 edition\, we’re diving into pediatric spay and neuter—what’s new\, what’s still misunderstood\, and how to make it work in a shelter context. Hosted by Dr. Jennifer Bennett (DVM\, MS\, CAWA) with guests Dr. Brian DiGangi (DVM\, MS\, DABVP) and Dr. Emily McCobb (DVM\, MS\, DACVAA)\, the discussion will cover everything from pre-surgical candidate considerations\, anesthesia tweaks\, and recovery\, to barriers and implications for shelters and access-to-care programs. Expect the kind of practical wisdom you can only get when you’ve been there\, spayed that\, plus plenty of “wish I’d known that sooner” takeaways. You’ll find a conversation that’s as accessible as it is evidence-based.  \nThis event has been approved for 1.5 hours of continuing education credit by CAWA and NACA. \nCan’t make it live? Register to receive the recording and resources after the event\, accessible through the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program Shelter Learniverse\, #ThanksToMaddie!  \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.shelterlearniverse.com/webinars
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-10-15-25-smac-talk-small-patients-big-procedures-weighing-pediatric-spay-and-neuter-considerations-uc-davis-ksmp-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T130000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 10/15/25 - Medical Care Essentials for Trap-Neuter-Release and Community Cat Programs - Best Friends
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to best harness the lifesaving power of community cat programs\, where we’ll dive into the medical strategies that keep cats healthy and thriving. From anesthesia to aftercare\, this webinar is packed with practical tips for shelter staff and vets committed to saving the lives of cats in our shelters and in our communities. \nPresented by: Dr. Erin Katribe\, DVM\, DABVP (Shelter Medicine Practice) National Shelter Medicine; Best Friends Animal Society \nWEBSITE LINK: https://bestfriends-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_iRsWQsmFS4aikwy3tfGwsg#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-10-15-25-medical-care-essentials-for-trap-neuter-release-and-community-cat-programs-best-friends/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T110000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 10/15/25 - Workers’ Comp Unleashed: Building a Safer\, Stronger Workplace - CalAnimals
DESCRIPTION:Join Morris & Garritano for a lively session that takes the mystery (and the stress!) out of workers’ compensation. We’ll show you how to build a safer workplace\, understand your experience modification (Ex Mod)\, best practices for claims reporting\, and design return-to-work programs that keep your team protected and your costs under control. Carrier partner Jasmine Ariel Contreras from Berkshire Hathaway brings real-world tips and insider strategies to make workers’ comp a breeze. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n1. Workers’ Comp Basics: The essentials every organization needs to know.\n2. Experience Mod Explained: How it’s calculated and ways to improve it.\n3. Safety Culture Boost: Practical steps to prevent injuries and strengthen your workplace.\n4. Claims & Return-to-Work: Reporting tips and approaches to get employees back on the job smoothly.\n5. Renewal Readiness: How to prepare for policy renewal with confidence. \nWho Should Attend\nAnyone responsible for safety\, human resources and insurance decisions who wants to handle workers comp with confidence and less stress. \nPresenters\nLynette Dunn – Morris & Garritano\nMandy O’Neal – Morris & Garritano\nJasmine Ariel Contreras – Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies \nCan’t Attend the Live Session?\nRegister anyway—you’ll receive the full recording to watch whenever it works for you. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_93kZs8gIRkGJvDhEHSwexw#/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-10-15-25-workers-comp-unleashed-building-a-safer-stronger-workplace-calanimals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251014T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251014T180000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 10/14/25 - Beyond the Page: Meet the Authors Shaping DEI in Veterinary Medicine - Stephen Niño Cital & Camia Tonge - MCVMA
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 14th in celebration of National Veterinary Technician Week as we honor the essential contributions of veterinary technicians and explore how DEI can shape a stronger\, more inclusive future for the profession. We’ll be chatting with Stephen Niño Cital\, RVT\, SRA\, RLAT\, VTS-LAM co-founder a leading veterinary technician specialist recognized for his expertise in anesthesia\, pain management\, and cannabinoid medicine and Camia Tonge\, CVT\, VTS (Small Animal Internal Medicine)\, MS president-elect of the Academy of Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Director of Licensed Veterinary Technicians and Assistants at Schwarzman Animal Medical Center. \nWe’ll be discussing their chapter\, “Diversifying the Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) Pipeline\,” which explores how broadening representation in veterinary technician specialties strengthens the profession\, improves access to care\, and fosters more inclusive career pathways. \nRead the article now: Diversifying the Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) Pipeline \nJoin us and register today! \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.mcvma.org/beyond-the-page
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-10-14-25-beyond-the-page-meet-the-authors-shaping-dei-in-veterinary-medicine-stephen-nino-cital-camia-tonge-mcvma/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251013T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251013T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133147
CREATED:20250818T175543Z
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SUMMARY:Online Meeting - Mondays - Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWho Should Join?\nExecutive 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. \nWin Ca$h for Attending!\nEach 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. \nRegister Today\nJoin 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 July 2025 or are new to these meetings\, please use this link to register:\nhttps://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025 \nAll calls are recorded and uploaded to the Community Conversations page on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations \nPlease note: All views expressed on these calls are not necessarily endorsed by Maddie’s Fund. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-meeting-mondays-weekly-community-conversations-thankstomaddie-maddies-fund-2-2-2-2-3-6-2-2-3-2-2-3/2025-10-13/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 10/13/25 – Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program Fall 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\nStart learning today and become part of the growing movement to transform animal sheltering.  \nAPPLICATION DEADLINE: 9/13/25. \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-starts-10-13-25-shelter-care-specialist-certification-program-fall-2025-session-uc-davis-ksmp-shelter-learniverse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251012T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251012T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133147
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SUMMARY:Online Conference - 10/11/25 to 10/12/25 - 2025 United Spay Alliance Online Conference - Community Cats Podcast & United Spay Alliance (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Join the Community Cats Podcast and United Spay Alliance for an informative two-day virtual conference focused on all aspects of spay/neuter. This event will bring together animal welfare experts from across the field to present a variety of topics\, including how to establish and maintain a low-cost spay/neuter program\, secure funding for essential services\, and raise awareness in communities about the importance of spay/neuter initiatives. \nThroughout the conference\, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions\, hear details and get firsthand knowledge of successful programs\, and learn valuable lessons from both professionals and volunteers on what strategies have worked (and what hasn’t) in their spay/neuter efforts. This event offers a chance to connect with others who share a commitment to reducing pet overpopulation and to come away with innovative ideas and practical solutions to make a lasting impact in your community. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/2025-united-spay-alliance-online-conference/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-conference-10-11-25-to-10-12-25-2025-united-spay-alliance-online-conference-community-cats-podcast-united-spay-alliance-fee-applies/2025-10-12/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133147
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SUMMARY:Online Conference - 10/11/25 to 10/12/25 - 2025 United Spay Alliance Online Conference - Community Cats Podcast & United Spay Alliance (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Join the Community Cats Podcast and United Spay Alliance for an informative two-day virtual conference focused on all aspects of spay/neuter. This event will bring together animal welfare experts from across the field to present a variety of topics\, including how to establish and maintain a low-cost spay/neuter program\, secure funding for essential services\, and raise awareness in communities about the importance of spay/neuter initiatives. \nThroughout the conference\, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions\, hear details and get firsthand knowledge of successful programs\, and learn valuable lessons from both professionals and volunteers on what strategies have worked (and what hasn’t) in their spay/neuter efforts. This event offers a chance to connect with others who share a commitment to reducing pet overpopulation and to come away with innovative ideas and practical solutions to make a lasting impact in your community. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/2025-united-spay-alliance-online-conference/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-conference-10-11-25-to-10-12-25-2025-united-spay-alliance-online-conference-community-cats-podcast-united-spay-alliance-fee-applies/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251009T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251009T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T133147
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T212051Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 10/9/25 - Building a Safety Net of Connections and Resources for Your Community - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
DESCRIPTION:Human service and animal welfare organizations can significantly support each other’s missions while enhancing the interactions of the people they serve. People will often seek help for their pets before seeking help for themselves\, and at the same time\, pets sometimes present a barrier to accessing essential services. Here lies an opportunity to ensure that communities have access to and are aware of what services are available\, especially in times of crisis or change. \nBy understanding and sharing available resources in the community\, your organization can provide each person with a more individualized approach to ensure all aspects of their situation are being addressed while furthering your mission. \nThe audience will learn: \n\nHow to connect with other organizations\nWhat information is relevant to their front-line staff serving community members\nHow to build a database of resources\nQuestions to ask to better serve guests/community members\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/building-a-safety-net-of-connections-and-resources-for-your-community/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-10-9-25-building-a-safety-net-of-connections-and-resources-for-your-community-naca-justice-clearinghouse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251009T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251009T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133147
CREATED:20250915T210636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T210636Z
UID:10006233-1760011200-1760014800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 10/9/25 - Maddie's Insights: Shelter Practices & Barriers in the Use of Anxiety Medications & Alternatives - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION:Fear\, anxiety\, and stress are common challenges for cats and dogs in shelter environments\, yet little is known about how shelters use psychoactive medications and non-medication alternatives to address these welfare concerns. This presentation will include findings from a recently published study examining which psychoactive medications (such as gabapentin\, trazodone\, and fluoxetine) and non-medication alternatives (such as pheromones and nutraceuticals) are most commonly used in shelters in North America\, how shelter staff perceive their efficacy and ease of administration\, and the barriers such as cost\, uncertainty about efficacy\, and time constraints that limit their use\, when warranted. \nIn addition to highlighting key differences between cats and dogs in reported treatment frequency\, this presentation will explore how factors such as shelter type\, intake volume\, and staff roles influence anxiety-medication decision-making. Attendees will gain a comprehensive overview of current practices\, perspectives\, and challenges to support them in evaluating and applying this information within their own animal care. Based on the barriers identified\, the session will conclude with a research-informed discussion on practical strategies to address these challenges and identify priority areas for future work. \nGuest Speaker: Bailey H Eagan\, PhD\, MSC \nWEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsRegister
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-10-9-25-maddies-insights-shelter-practices-barriers-in-the-use-of-anxiety-medications-alternatives-maddies-fund/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251009T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133147
CREATED:20251006T190822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T190822Z
UID:10006252-1760007600-1760011200@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 10/9/25 - Organizational Culture - HASS
DESCRIPTION:Explore organizational culture in animal welfare—where compassion meets collaboration to drive lifesaving impact. You will learn how cultivating a strong\, inclusive culture can fuel innovation\, sustain momentum\, and transform outcomes for animals in your community. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YpDVpC_qQ_uGO3Wm3IaG2g#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-10-9-25-organizational-culture-hass/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T174500
DTSTAMP:20260403T133147
CREATED:20250609T224717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T224804Z
UID:10005622-1759942800-1759945500@www.sheltermedportal.com
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-2-2/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251008T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133147
CREATED:20250922T221045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T221045Z
UID:10006239-1759941000-1759942800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 10/8/25 - Incubators—All of Your Questions Answered - National Kitten Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fast-paced\, informative webinar designed specifically for kitten caregivers: Incubators—All of Your Questions Answered. In just 15 minutes\, we’ll walk through the essentials of incubator use for neonatal kittens—what to look for\, how to set up and monitor safely\, and common troubleshooting tips. Then\, stay for a live 15-minute Q&A session where you can ask your own questions or listen in as others share theirs. Whether you’re fostering\, working in a shelter\, or supporting fragile feline lives in any capacity\, this session is for you. \nCan’t attend live? No problem—register anyway! All registrants will receive a recording link after the event so you can watch on your own time. Click here to register for this FREE webinar! \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://kittencoalition.org/event/incubators-all-of-your-questions-answered/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-10-8-25-incubators-all-of-your-questions-answered-national-kitten-coalition/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251007T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251007T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133147
CREATED:20250707T181355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T215417Z
UID:10005982-1759838400-1759842000@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Event - 10/7/25 - All Call - Meeting Challenges Together: Lessons from Fresno Animal Center's Evolution - California for All Animals
DESCRIPTION:Connect with your California colleagues—only two All Calls left! \nCentral Valley animal welfare organizations and pet owners are meeting shared veterinary challenges with innovation and collaboration to make sure animals get the care they need. Fresno Animal Center Director Alma Torres and her team have built powerful local and regional partnerships—and they’re seeing real results. \nAt the October 7 All Call\, Alma and colleagues Candace Krider\, DVM\, (Medical Director\, Fresno Animal Center) and Samantha Yang (Division Manager\, City of Fresno) will walk us through key strategies that have helped the shelter and community navigate difficult times and keep moving forward. \nYou’ll learn how they’ve: \n\nEstablished a medical clinic and coordinated with partner organizations to expand spay/neuter access\nLaunched new community programs to provide free microchips\, vaccines\, and pet food\nAnd reduced barriers through initiatives like fee-waived reclaims and free adoptions to keep and bring more pets and people together.\n\nBring your questions to the conversation and leave with lessons you can adapt for your own shelter. Register for the All Call. \nThe 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. \nThe All Call is hosted by Nadia Oseguera-Ramón and Ivy Ruiz.  You only need to register one time. Calls are sometimes recorded; recap emails with supplemental resources are sent post-call. Find past call resources and recordings\, including the recent Multicultural Engagement Community of Practice series\, at the Cal for All Animals website. \nRegister here: https://tinyurl.com/all-call
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-1st-and-3rd-tuesdays-all-call-california-for-all-animals-20-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251006T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251006T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133147
CREATED:20250818T175543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T011218Z
UID:10003198-1759748400-1759752000@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Meeting - Mondays - Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWho Should Join?\nExecutive 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. \nWin Ca$h for Attending!\nEach 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. \nRegister Today\nJoin 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 July 2025 or are new to these meetings\, please use this link to register:\nhttps://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025 \nAll calls are recorded and uploaded to the Community Conversations page on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations \nPlease note: All views expressed on these calls are not necessarily endorsed by Maddie’s Fund. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-meeting-mondays-weekly-community-conversations-thankstomaddie-maddies-fund-2-2-2-2-3-6-2-2-3-2-2-3/2025-10-06/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251004T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251004T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133147
CREATED:20250919T151146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T151146Z
UID:10006234-1759563000-1759597200@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 10/4/25 - Spectrum of Care Symposium: Incorporating Accessible Strategies into Your Daily Practice - UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the UC Davis Spectrum of Care Symposium: Incorporating Accessible Strategies into Your Daily Practice at UC Davis\, where veterinary professionals come together to explore practical\, evidence-based approaches to providing high-quality care across a range of clinical settings and client circumstances. Topics include applying research to real-world practice\, accessible diagnostic strategies for cardiac disease\, and collaborative\, compassionate end-of-life care. \nWhy Attend?\nUC Davis\, home to one of the top veterinary schools in the world\, provides the perfect backdrop for collaborative learning and professional growth. Attendees will benefit from expert-led sessions and networking with like-minded professionals committed to advancing inclusive and client-centered care. \nExperience Davis\nBeyond the conference\, enjoy the charm of Davis—a vibrant college town known for its bike-friendly streets\, welcoming atmosphere\, and thriving food and arts scene. Whether you’re enjoying local coffee shops\, scenic campus paths\, or nearby vineyards\, Davis offers a relaxed yet inspiring environment for your professional development. \nDate: Saturday\, October 4\, 2025\nTime: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm (PDT)\nStatutorily Approved CE Credit: Up to 7 hours (pending approval)\nLocation: In-Person at Gladys Valley Hall\, Davis\, CA or Live Interactive Virtual Symposium \nWEBSITE LINK: https://ce.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/symposia-article/ucd-spectrum-care-symposium-how-incorporate-contextualized-care-your-daily
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-10-4-25-spectrum-of-care-symposium-incorporating-accessible-strategies-into-your-daily-practice-uc-davis-school-of-veterinary-medicine-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251002T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133147
CREATED:20250915T205638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T205639Z
UID:10005285-1759406400-1759410000@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Event - 10/2/25 - Maddie's Monthly Foster Connection: Smarter Systems for Stronger Support - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION:Long Stay Pet Workshop\nWith every shelter stuffed to bursting\, finding fosters and adopters is crucial. For some pets this is simple\, but others are harder to place. In this workshop\, we’ll discuss your favorite long stay pets to identify strategies for marketing them to fosters and adopters. This workshop is not just for foster staff– it’s open to anyone who is interested in marketing pets who are harder to place! \nMake sure to bring information about your own favorite or most challenging long stay. We’ll choose several and work through them together\, discussing what works\, what doesn’t work and some innovative new ways that can get extra attention and help them find the right home. We’ll discuss how we talk about behavioral and health challenges in bios and social media and discuss the optimal ways to be frank about issues while also not deterring potential adopters. We’ll look at different social media channels and how to optimize content about those pets for those channels to get the message across and help these pets put their best paw forward. Be prepared for a fun\, frank and useful webinar with a lot of workshopping and participation! \nTo submit a question for our presenters or a long stay pet you’d like to discuss during the workshop\, please fill out this form:\nhttps://forms.gle/i1K3jAvzsJCfRtBs6 \nGuest Speaker: Finnegan Dowling\, Shelter Program and Engagement Manager\, Mutual Rescue \nAbout Maddie’s Monthly Foster Connection:\nJoin 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. \nWho should join: Foster managers\, coordinators\, volunteers and any staff who are interested in learning about what’s working in foster programs. \nYou only need to register once for all meetings: https://maddies.fund/MonthlyFosterRegistration \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 Foster Connection group on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://maddies.fund/monthlyfosterconnectionMPF \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/MonthlyFosterRegistration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-first-thursdays-maddies-monthly-foster-connection-maddies-fund-8-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251001T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251001T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133147
CREATED:20250922T220606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T220642Z
UID:10006238-1759316400-1759320000@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 9/24/25 and 10/1/25 - Lifesaving Labs: Managed Intake - Best Friends
DESCRIPTION:Supercharge your shelter’s lifesaving with Best Friends’ Lifesaving Labs\, a virtual series spotlighting five impactful topics designed to help increase your organization’s save rate. Each session features proven programs\, engaging workshops\, and dynamic discussion panels to spark ideas\, share strategies\, and support your lifesaving goals. Catch up on-demand or join upcoming live sessions on Wednesdays at 2pm ET! \nSeptember & October: Managed Intake \n\n\nSeptember 24 at 2pm ET: Session #1\nOctober 1 at 2pm ET: Session #2\n\nYou’ll also have opportunities like: \n\nChance for you and your organization to engage in real-time discussions\, and ask questions\nResources to help you put action behind the information in your shelter\nOpportunities for your organization to submit proposals and be selected for funding to implement featured topics\nRecording of the sessions for your reference\n\nWEBSITE LINK: https://bestfriends-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/1817549180061/WN_McXDOqvQTiK7gcEopvveAw#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-9-24-25-lifesaving-labs-managed-intake-best-friends/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250930T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250930T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133147
CREATED:20250915T205407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T205407Z
UID:10006230-1759251600-1759255200@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 9/30/25 - Beyond the Page: Meet the Authors Shaping DEI in Veterinary Medicine - Bridging Gaps in Veterinary Care: Equity\, Access\, and Innovation - MCVMA
DESCRIPTION:Multicultural Veterinary Medical Association (MCVMA) is launching a new webinar. \nBeyond the Page: Meet the Authors Shaping DEI in Veterinary Medicine is a groundbreaking webinar series that brings to life the voices behind Elsevier’s Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice – Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine\, Parts 1 & 2 – the first comprehensive\, open-access DEI publications in veterinary medicine. \nThanks to a generous grant from Maddie’s Fund®\, MCVMA secured permanent open access to these volumes. Now\, Beyond the Page takes this knowledge further with live\, interactive conversations that connect scholarship to action. \nOur first installment features none other than Dr. Michael Blackwell\, Director of the Program for Pet Health Equity at the University of Tennessee\, former Chief of Staff in the Office of the Surgeon General of the U.S.\, and recipient of the AVMA’s 2025 Frederick Douglass Patterson Lifetime Achievement Award. \nWe’ll discuss his chapter\, “Bridging Gaps in Veterinary Care: Equity\, Access\, and Innovation\,” which explores practical strategies for closing gaps in care\, addressing inequities\, leveraging innovation\, and reimagining how our profession can better serve diverse communities.\n\nJoin us! September 30 5pm PT \ 8pm ET \nRead the chapter for free now at: mcvma.org/publications \nRegister for our free webinar to be part of this inspiring conversation: https://bit.ly/MulticulturalVMABeyondthePage 
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-9-30-25-beyond-the-page-meet-the-authors-shaping-dei-in-veterinary-medicine-bridging-gaps-in-veterinary-care-equity-access-and-innovation-mcvma/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250930T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250930T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133148
CREATED:20250825T231420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T192752Z
UID:10006160-1759230000-1759235400@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 9/30/25 - Before Four Weeks: Updated Vaccination Recommendations for Neonatal Puppies and Kittens - UC Davis KSMP
DESCRIPTION:We know that the single best way to protect neonatal and juvenile animals from infectious disease is to care for them in an environment where exposure to disease is low\, but those environments can be hard to find! Despite efforts to find low-risk housing options for these vulnerable animals\, underage puppies and kittens still sometimes end up being housed in animal shelters or other environments where exposure risk is real. Previous recommendations have been to wait until 4 weeks of age to begin vaccination\, potentially missing opportunities to provide protection as early as possible. \nIn this webinar\, we’ll explore updated recommendations for early vaccination of neonatal and juvenile puppies and kittens in environments that present meaningful risk. We’ll cover the science\, the supporting literature\, and most importantly\, how to apply these new guidelines in a shelter setting. \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the immunological basis for vaccine protocols in neonatal animals\nSummarize the literature supporting early vaccination in high‑risk environments\nIdentify scenarios where early vaccination is recommended due to disease risk\nApply updated vaccine protocols in animal shelters\nAdapt vaccination strategies for use in other high‑exposure settings\n\nThis webinar has been approved for 1.5 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval\, as well as 1.5 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. \nPresenters: Kate Hurley\, DVM\, and Sandra Newbury\, DVM \nRegister now: http://www.shelterlearniverse.com/webinars
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-9-30-25-before-four-weeks-updated-vaccination-recommendations-for-neonatal-puppies-and-kittens-uc-davis-ksmp/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250929T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133148
CREATED:20250818T175543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T011218Z
UID:10003197-1759143600-1759147200@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Meeting - Mondays - Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWho Should Join?\nExecutive 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. \nWin Ca$h for Attending!\nEach 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. \nRegister Today\nJoin 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 July 2025 or are new to these meetings\, please use this link to register:\nhttps://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025 \nAll calls are recorded and uploaded to the Community Conversations page on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations \nPlease note: All views expressed on these calls are not necessarily endorsed by Maddie’s Fund. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-meeting-mondays-weekly-community-conversations-thankstomaddie-maddies-fund-2-2-2-2-3-6-2-2-3-2-2-3/2025-09-29/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133148
CREATED:20250818T224320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T224320Z
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 9/26/25 to 9/28/25 - Aggression in Dogs Conference - Puppyworks (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Join the world’s foremost experts on aggression in dogs! \nIn a Nutshell \n\nAttend Online or In-Person\n14 Renowned Speakers\n14 Groundbreaking Sessions\nSave Additional $10 with Discount Code Puppyworks10\nExchange Ideas with a Community of your Peers\n\n19.5 CEUs​ \nCCPDT\, IAABC\, KPA\, PPAB\, IACP\, and PPGA (Whether you attend in-person\, online or watch the recordings) \n​In-Person Location:\nHilton Charlotte University Place\n8629 Jm Keynes Drive\nCharlotte\, NC 28262 \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.puppyworks.com/conference
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-9-26-25-to-9-28-25-aggression-in-dogs-conference-puppyworks-fee-applies/2025-09-28/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133148
CREATED:20250818T224320Z
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UID:10006157-1758952800-1758997800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 9/26/25 to 9/28/25 - Aggression in Dogs Conference - Puppyworks (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Join the world’s foremost experts on aggression in dogs! \nIn a Nutshell \n\nAttend Online or In-Person\n14 Renowned Speakers\n14 Groundbreaking Sessions\nSave Additional $10 with Discount Code Puppyworks10\nExchange Ideas with a Community of your Peers\n\n19.5 CEUs​ \nCCPDT\, IAABC\, KPA\, PPAB\, IACP\, and PPGA (Whether you attend in-person\, online or watch the recordings) \n​In-Person Location:\nHilton Charlotte University Place\n8629 Jm Keynes Drive\nCharlotte\, NC 28262 \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.puppyworks.com/conference
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-9-26-25-to-9-28-25-aggression-in-dogs-conference-puppyworks-fee-applies/2025-09-27/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250926T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133148
CREATED:20250818T224320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T224320Z
UID:10006156-1758866400-1758902400@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 9/26/25 to 9/28/25 - Aggression in Dogs Conference - Puppyworks (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Join the world’s foremost experts on aggression in dogs! \nIn a Nutshell \n\nAttend Online or In-Person\n14 Renowned Speakers\n14 Groundbreaking Sessions\nSave Additional $10 with Discount Code Puppyworks10\nExchange Ideas with a Community of your Peers\n\n19.5 CEUs​ \nCCPDT\, IAABC\, KPA\, PPAB\, IACP\, and PPGA (Whether you attend in-person\, online or watch the recordings) \n​In-Person Location:\nHilton Charlotte University Place\n8629 Jm Keynes Drive\nCharlotte\, NC 28262 \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.puppyworks.com/conference
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-9-26-25-to-9-28-25-aggression-in-dogs-conference-puppyworks-fee-applies/2025-09-26/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250925T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133148
CREATED:20250922T220019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T220019Z
UID:10006236-1758805200-1758808800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 9/25/25 - From Kennels to Clicks: What Marketing Strategies Actually Drive Adoptions - Best Friends
DESCRIPTION:Want more adoptions? The data is in — and your marketing strategy might be the key. Join us on September 25 at 4pm ET as we reveal the results of a recent animal welfare marketing survey that shows what really works when it comes to increasing pet adoptions. \nWhether your shelter is already performing above average or you’re looking for fresh ways to engage your community\, this session will provide actionable insights you can put into practice right away. We’ll dig into how marketing efforts across platforms like Facebook\, Instagram\, TikTok\, and your shelter’s website impact adoption success\, and how listing pets consistently on Adopt a Pet and Petfinder plays a vital role. You’ll learn which tactics are working\, where your shelter stands compared to others\, and how to celebrate the areas where you shine while identifying where you can reach further. \nPanelists include Michelle Dunivan\, Senior Director of Insights and Analytics at Best Friends Animal Society; Caitlin Quinn\, Adjunct Instructor\, University of Florida\, and freelance communications consultant; and Jessica Arias\, Director of Animal Services\, City of Burlington\, NC. Kasey Spain\, Senior Manager of Network Engagement and Shelter Pet Data Alliance\, will moderate. \nIf you’re ready to connect your community work to real adoption results\, this webinar is your roadmap. Walk away with practical ideas\, inspiration\, and a clear call to action: keep doing what’s working\, and grow where you can. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://bestfriends-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/4917520773897/WN_3dBw2fQqRR6UwB3AhFf6uA#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-9-25-25-from-kennels-to-clicks-what-marketing-strategies-actually-drive-adoptions-best-friends/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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