Training - 9/19/25 to 9/21/25 - G2Z2025 Feline HQHVSN Workshop - Getting 2 Zero (fee applies)
2025-09-19 - 2025-09-21 | Brisbane, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Created specifically to fill a gap for veterinary professionals, the G2Z2025 Feline HQHVSN Workshop is the only event of its kind in Australia.
We are delighted to be welcoming Dr Becky Morrow (DVM, Grad Cert Veterinary Forensics, Grad Cert Shelter Medicine, MS, CAWA), Assistant Teaching Professor (Penn State University), Adjunct Assistant Professor (University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine) and President and Medical Director of Frankies Friends, to Australia, to deliver the Feline HQHVSN Workshop.
The Feline HQHVSN Workshop consists of one dry lab day on 19th September with all participants. The day includes theory and some practical skills such as ties and knots.
Depending on numbers (up to 100 participants total) the group will split into two groups to undertake the wet lab days on 20th September and 21st September. Each participant team attends one day of the two. The wet lab will be focussed on desexing cats – 50 each day so one male and one female per team.
The goal is to have 100 participants that are made up of 50 veterinarians and 50 nurses/techs/practice manager. We are aiming for a ‘team’ (or more) from each workplace so that there is more than one person taking the knowledge and skills back to the workplace and because much of the value of HQHVSN lies in the processes and non-surgical aspects of the model.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.accelevents.com/e/g2z2025

Webinar - 9/17/25 - Veterinarians Are the Heart: Your Role in Addressing Animal Cruelty in Your Community - HumaneVMA
2025-09-17 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Presented by: Dr. Kris Otteman, DVM, ABVP, CAWA and Linda Fielder, CAWA
This webinar session will equip veterinary professionals with the knowledge and tools to recognize, document, and respond to signs of animal cruelty. Led by experts in veterinary forensics, animal welfare, and legal advocacy, the presentation explores the vital link between animal abuse and human violence and how veterinarians can play a pivotal role in protecting both animals and people. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.
Learning Objectives:

Understand the connection between animal cruelty and interpersonal violence
Alleviate concerns voiced by others about reporting animal cruelty including safety concerns
Articulate the differences between forensic veterinary medicine and traditional veterinary medicine
Identify what is considered relevant evidence in animal cruelty cases
Review resources available to find and understand laws in a specific geographic area
Create policies and procedures to prepare the practice to respond and report and be prepared when a case is suspected, or you are asked to assist in your community

WEBSITE LINK: https://humanevma.memberclicks.net/webinar-veterinarians-are-the-heart

Online Training – 9/17/25 – Surrender Prevention Certification Workshop Presented by Dr. Rachel Geller – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
2025-09-17 11:00 - 12:30 | Virtual
As a Surrender Prevention Specialist, you may be the difference between a cat losing her home and staying in her home. Join this session to learn what surrender prevention is and why it works.
Instructed by Dr. Rachel Geller, she will share real examples, with proven results, setting the potential surrenderer and cat on the road to a happy relationship together and keeping the cat in her home.
We’ll cover how to empathize with cat owners, working around their limitations (financial, time, patience), and focus on the 3 most common reasons for surrender: litter box problems, scratching (and not on the scratching post!), and inter-cat aggression.
Take advantage of the interactive format, extensive handouts, and video footage of actual techniques. This session is being recorded and recordings will be shared. Attendees will receive a certificate after taking a short quiz.
This session is led by Dr. Rachel Geller, founder of All Cats All the Time, Inc. and lasts 1.5 hours, including an optional 15-minute Q&A session. Registration is just $10.00.
This 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/
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/surrender-prevention-certification-workshop-sept-2025/

Virtual Conference - 9/16/25 to 9/18/25 - 2025 G2Z Summit - Equity in Access: Inclusive Solutions for Companion Animal Challenges - Getting 2 Zero (fee applies)
2025-09-17, 2025-09-16, 2025-09-15 | Virtual
Whatever role you play in the companion animal management and welfare puzzle, you need to attend the 10th National G2Z Summit.
Experts from all facets of companion animal management and welfare, from Australia and beyond, will join together to learn about the latest programs, share best practices, gain inspiration, and build lasting connections.
This is your unique opportunity to access affordable continuing education opportunities in a variety of related disciplines. You will hear from presenters from different backgrounds and all types of organisations, including leaders in advocacy and community engagement, animal management services, shelter medicine and animal care, fundraising and development, and more. From the big picture challenges to the individual dilemmas, our speakers have got something for everyone.
Take advantage of networking opportunities where you can make connections, share knowledge, gain advice and draw inspiration from the experiences and outlooks of your global colleagues.
The three-day Summit will be packed with informative and engaging sessions from diverse perspectives, sharing actionable insights across the whole spectrum of companion animal management and sheltering.
This is the event the animals in your care and in your community, and their people, want you to attend.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.g2z.org.au/10th-national-g2z-summit-and-workshop.html

Webinar - 9/16/25 - Doors Wide Open: Strategies to expand access to care that work - How Field Officers are Addressing Pet Transport Barriers Directly in the Community - Maddie's Fund
2025-09-16 12:00 - 12:30 | Virtual
Join Open Door Veterinary Collective (ODVC) for a second series of lively conversations on the third Tuesday of the month, from 12 pm – 12:30 pm Pacific Time, as we explore innovative and practical solutions that organizations are using to address barriers to accessing pet care and resources in their communities. We’ll share successful strategies through short 30-minute presentations, panel discussions, video snippets and Q&A sessions.
Join us on September 16 for a dynamic 30 minute webinar in the ODVC + NACA Partnership Series, spotlighting innovative, community-based solutions led by Field Officers. This interactive session features two organizations sharing how they have integrated pet rides into field services to reduce barriers and increase access to care. Learn how this proactive, compassionate approach is helping families stay together the real-life impact of offering transport solutions. Whether you’re exploring new ways to serve or scaling what works, this conversation will inspire practical steps forward.
Panelists:
Dr. Christina Avila, Animal Control Supervisor, City of Perris (California)
Spencer Conover, Assistant Director, Pasco County Animal Services (Florida)
Who 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.
Earn continuing education credit from The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement towards CAWA CEs as well as from the National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA).
Come make friends and learn to make access to care more achievable for all involved!
Register for the series here: https://maddies.fund/DoorsWideOpenWebcastSeriesRegister
Engage with guest speakers on the Forum discussion thread:
https://forum.maddiesfund.org/discussion/how-field-officers-are-addressing-pet-transport-barriers-directly-in-the-community
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/DoorsWideOpenWebcastSeriesRegister

Online Meeting - Mondays - Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie - Maddie's Fund
2025-09-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-08 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Maddie’s Fund hosts a weekly 50-minute Zoom call for animal well-being professionals. These calls are a collaborative space to share exciting new programs and research, discuss uncomfortable topics, connect with peers in the industry, and more, all while sharing a common goal of preserving the human-animal bond.
Who Should Join?
Executive directors, animal well-being leaders, shelter workers, pet support professionals, volunteers, rescue organizations and anyone who shares the common goal of preserving the human-animal bond.
Win Ca$h for Attending!
Each month, Maddie’s Fund will be giving away up to $5,000 in grants. You can enter to win each time you attend a call or watch on-demand during the month by completing the giveaway drawing entry forms shared in the chat during the calls.
Register Today
Join us each Monday at 11am PT/2pm ET to receive support and learn about innovative ideas other organizations across the country are seeing success with. If you registered prior to July 2025 or are new to these meetings, please use this link to register:
https://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025
All calls are recorded and uploaded to the Community Conversations page on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations
Please note: All views expressed on these calls are not necessarily endorsed by Maddie’s Fund.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025

Webinar – 9/15/25 – Effective, Efficient, Economical: How to Step Up Your Sanitation Game – UC Davis KSMP
2025-09-15 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Strong sanitation is the backbone of healthy shelters—it protects animals, safeguards staff, and saves lives. But doing it right can be resource-intensive, stretching time, people, and budgets thin. That’s why Dave Hachey, President of Ogena Solutions, first brought us Accel/Rescue, and why he’s now doubled down with Sheltr-Partners.org, a not-for-profit created to negotiate better prices specifically for animal shelters and rescues.
At this conversation with Cynthia Karsten, DVM, of the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program, you’ll hear the story behind Sheltr-Partners.org, how free membership works, and the benefits shelters are already seeing. You’ll also get an inside look at the newest, most economical hydrogen peroxide-based disinfectant. Join us to discover innovative sanitation tools that are helping organizations save major time and money, and plug in your own numbers to see what resource savings are possible for your team.
This webinar has been approved for 1 hour of Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA) continuing education credit by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement (AAWA) and National Animal Care and Control Association (NACA).
Can’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!
Register here: https://www.shelterlearniverse.com/webinars

Online Certificate Program - Starts 9/15/25 - Community Cats Program Management - Humane Network/UoP (fee applies)
2025-09-15 | Virtual
Are you ready to make a greater impact in your community? Registration is now open for the next session of the Community Cat Program Management Course in collaboration with the University of the Pacific, Benerd College! Course leaders, Stacy LeBaron (Community Cats Podcast & United Spay Alliance) and Elizabeth Finch (Community Cats Podcast), will facilitate this unique, fully comprehensive, eight-week certificate program covers every essential aspect of building and managing a successful community cat initiative.
The course is designed to empower participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage community cat programs. Aimed at animal welfare professionals, veterinary students, animal control officers, nonprofit leaders, and community advocates, this course combines theory with practical applications to cover all aspects of community cat welfare.
Through a blend of online lectures, interactive discussions, and real-world assignments, students will learn how to implement humane and effective strategies for managing community cat populations, ensuring their health and welfare while engaging positively with the communities they serve.
Course Highlights:
Beyond the Fundamentals: Master trap-neuter-return (TNR), the cornerstone of community cat management.
Community Outreach & Education: Learn to engage your community and effectively market your program.
Legal & Ethical Considerations: Navigate laws and best practices to protect both cats and your program.
Building Strong Community Partnerships: Form collaborations for maximum impact.
Volunteer Management: Recruit, train, and retain passionate volunteers to drive your mission forward.
Colony Management and Complaint Mitigation: Effectively manage cat colonies and address public concerns.
Funding and Sustainability: Secure funding and develop a long-term plan for ongoing success.
This course is ideal for nonprofit leaders, community advocates, veterinary students, animal welfare professionals, animal control officers, and anyone ready to turn their passion for helping cats into lasting action.
The University of the Pacific is an approved provider of content that enhances professional competence and aligns with the CAWA Exam specifications. Additionally, this course is approved for NACA Continuing Education credit. To learn more about the CAWA accreditation, visit CAWA Accreditation Information.
Enrollment deadline: September 14, 2025
WEBSITE LINK: https://uc.pacific.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=3508103&selectedProgramAreaId=20924&selectedProgramStreamId=20939#courseSectionDetails_3973670

Online Event – 9/13/25 – Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
2025-09-13 11:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Ready to make a difference for feral and stray cats in your community? Join our expert instructors to learn the best practices for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and effective colony management. You’ll learn what TNR is, why it works, and how to address common challenges such as communicating with neighbors, preparing for trapping, conducting large-scale trapping operations, feeding, and providing winter shelter.
If you’re new to TNR, you’ll gain the essential skills needed to kickstart your TNR journey, while experienced trappers can refresh and sharpen their techniques.
Take advantage of the interactive format, extensive handouts, and real-life video footage from actual projects. Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance and access to a dedicated Facebook group for ongoing networking with fellow TNR advocates.
Led by experts from Neighborhood Cats, this 2.5-hour session includes an optional 15-minute Q&A. Registration is just $10.
This 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/
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/tnr-certification-workshop-presented-by-neighborhood-cats-sept-2025/

Online Course – Application deadline 9/13/25 – Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program Fall 2025 Session – UC Davis KSMP Shelter Learniverse
2025-09-13 | Virtual
Are you ready to take your career in animal sheltering to the next level? Offered by the Koret Shelter Medicine Program Shelter Learniverse as part of Maddie’s® Million Pet Challenge, the Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program empowers frontline animal shelter workers to provide exceptional care, grounded in best practices, with a focus on improving outcomes for animals and communities.
Through engaging online courses, you’ll gain expertise in:

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

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

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

Applications are being accepted for the Fall 2025 session starting 10/13/25! Start learning today and become part of the growing movement to transform animal sheltering.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 9/13/25.
Certification is currently free, #ThanksToMaddie!
This program is most relevant for individuals working in public shelters or private shelters with municipal contracts. Enrollment is limited; applicants from these shelter types will be prioritized for this session.
Learn more about upcoming sessions and apply at https://tinyurl.com/SCS-General

Webinar - 9/11/25 - Maddie's Insights - Gatekeeping Pet Ownership: The Impacts of Adoption Discrimination - Maddie's Fund
2025-09-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
The animal welfare field has been discussing low-barrier adoption processes as a best practice for more than a decade, yet recent research by Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity has found that BIPOC families are still more likely than white families to be denied during the adoption process. The findings highlight the critical need to move discussions from “low-barrier adoptions” to “making pet ownership accessible to all.”
Attendees will learn about:
• the prevalence and impact of shelter/rescue adoption discrimination in four U.S. cities (Atlanta, Philadelphia, Miami, Minneapolis)
• solutions for increasing access to pet ownership for BIPOC families
Earn continuing education credit from The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement towards 1.0 CAWA CEs. This webinar has also been pre-approved for 1.0 continuing education credits by the National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA). It has also been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize RACE approval.
Have questions or comments related to this topic? Share your thoughts on the discussion thread:
https://maddies.fund/InsightsAdoptionDiscriminationSept2025
Register at: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsRegister

Webinar - 9/11/25 - Data Basics - From Intake to Insight: Buiding a Smarter Strategy with Data - HASS
2025-09-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
A webinar featuring Dr. Josh Fisher, Director, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control
WEBSITE LINK: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_XBs3-LokQU2ZJ8FYceRFLg#/registration

Online Event - Monthly - Journey You Own Meditation Gathering - JYO
2025-09-10 17:00 - 17:45 | Virtual
Create a shared, supportive space to explore grounding practices.
The guided meditations happen every month and typically run 30-45 minutes. All are welcome to these very low-key sessions, with videos on or off, whatever feels most comfortable to you. No speaking is necessary unless you’d like to share at the end of the session.
Attendees register once and can attend any of the monthly meditation dates. Don’t forget to add the dates to your calendar to ensure you don’t miss out on any sessions.
About the Host
Jyothi Robertson is a student of meditation practice for 40+ years and trauma-sensitive grounding practices formally for the past three years. She was raised by parents who practice meditation and lead spiritual teachings for members of their Indian community. She began pursuing her own formal exploration of spirituality as an anthropology major at Princeton University and conducted fieldwork for her thesis while living at an ashram (spiritual center) in India in 1996. As a veterinarian, she is interested in highlighting the spiritual connection between all living beings.
Jyothi has completed certifications in trauma-sensitive mindfulness, advanced trauma-sensitive meditation, deep listening, DEI, and since 2019, has been receiving training in Buddhist meditation practices and philosophy. As a student learning meditation, she is interested in exploring these practices with others in community.
WEBSITE LINK: https://jyo.world/meditation-gathering/

Webinar - 9/10/25 - Medical and Behavioral Data in Animal Shelters: A Lifesaving Tool - Best Friends
2025-09-10 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Learn how medical and behavioral data can be transformed into powerful tools to prevent disease, improve welfare, reduce length of stay, and guide evidence-based decisions. Discover practical strategies to turn numbers into impact — and data into lives saved.
Presented by: Dr. Becca Boronat, MV, CAWA, National Shelter Medicine Veterinarian; Best Friends Animal Society
WEBSITE LINK: https://bestfriends-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/4717437859110/WN_iRsWQsmFS4aikwy3tfGwsg#/registration

Online Event - 9/10/25 - Turning the Tide for Big Dogs: Proven Strategies That Work - The AAWA
2025-09-10 11:00 - 11:30 | Virtual
Across the country, shelters are facing one of today’s biggest adoption challenges—finding loving homes for large dogs. But there’s hope, and there are solutions.
Join the Arizona Humane Society for an energizing Lunch & Learn that will show how big changes can start with bold ideas. You’ll discover how their team has not only increased big dog adoptions, but also dramatically reduced length of stay—transforming outcomes for some of their most overlooked companions.
Through a mix of:

Creative adoption incentives that spark interest
High-impact marketing campaigns that tell unforgettable stories
Innovative programs that meet both dogs’ and adopters’ needs

…the AHS team is creating a blueprint any shelter can adapt.
This special Lunch & Learn will take place on Wednesday, September 10, from 2-2:30 ET. Bring your questions—there will be time for a Q&A so you can take actionable ideas back to your own organization. Because every big dog deserves a big story—and a happy ending.
WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/9-10-25

Online Event - 9/9/25 - One Health Clinic Quarterly Coffee Hour - One Health Clinic
2025-09-09 14:30 - 15:30 | Virtual
One Health Clinic Quarterly Coffee HourWhen: Sep 9, 2025 from 02:30 PM to 03:30 PM (PT)
We will have our quarterly One Health Clinic coffee hour on September 9th, 2:30-3:30 Pacific. Please join us if you want to talk about your One Health Clinic activities, ask questions about how to set up a Clinic in your region, and to learn from others.
We can also discuss the new publication looking at 4 years of data from the flagship One Health Clinic in Seattle
If you have joined our free Toolkit , you will receive an email with the zoom link, but the Zoom link is here:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://washington.zoom.us/j/99200444453?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 992 0044 4453
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Webinar - 9/4/25 - Mike Shikashio - Arousal and Aggression - FDSA (fee applies)
2025-09-04 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
What does “arousal” have to do with aggressive behaviors in dogs? In some cases, arousal can be the catalyst for an intense, aggressive response, and can be directed at something a dog may not even be focused on. We may also see cases where a dog in a highly aroused state “spills over” into aggressive behavior.
Mike will first define this often-controversial topic and discuss why it is crucial to consider arousal as a factor in aggression cases. Prevention, management, and behavior change strategies will be highlighted!
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Online Event - 9/4/25 - Maddie's Monthly Foster Connection: Smarter Systems for Stronger Support - Maddie's Fund
2025-09-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Feeling overwhelmed by an unmanageable foster roster? Struggling to keep caregivers engaged or streamline onboarding? You’re not alone—and there’s a better way forward.
In this webinar, we’ll explore how SICSA restructured its foster program over the past year to boost engagement, ease staff workload, and improve care for animals. Learn how they:

Streamlined our foster roster through a full audit and re-engagement campaign
Combined and modernized our dog and cat foster manuals
Introduced specialized mentor roles to support caregivers across programs
Launched a new, self-paced onboarding process with the help of Google automations and ChatGPT
Piloted a bottle baby nursery for staff foster caregivers to grow neonatal capacity

You’ll walk away with actionable ideas you can tailor to your own organization—whether you’re looking to overhaul your onboarding, clean up your database, or make fostering feel more accessible. This session is ideal for anyone ready to rethink old systems and build a stronger, scalable, sustainable foster program.
Guest Speaker: Michelle Misra, Foster Program Manager, SICSA Pet Adoption & Wellness Center
About Maddie’s Monthly Foster Connection:
Join us on the first Thursday of every month to discuss successful foster innovations and programs, collaborate with others in the field, answer questions and talk through complex foster-related issues.
Who should join: Foster managers, coordinators, volunteers and any staff who are interested in learning about what’s working in foster programs.
You only need to register once for all meetings: https://maddies.fund/MonthlyFosterRegistration
Can’t attend live? Register anyway and you will get a link to the recording within a day or two after each meeting.
All recordings and resources shared during the webcast will also be available in the Maddie’s Monthly Foster Connection group on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://maddies.fund/monthlyfosterconnectionMPF
Maddie’s Fund does not share registration information.
The opinions expressed by webinar presenters are their own and do not necessarily represent those of Maddie’s Fund.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MonthlyFosterRegistration

Online Event - 9/2/25 - All Call: Lessons from Growing Front Street’s HOAP Program - California for All Animals
2025-09-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Since the Homeless Outreach and Assistance Program (HOAP) launched in May 2022, Sacramento’s Front Street Animal Shelter has managed to not only sustain but also grow partnerships with pet owners and community organizations. In its first two years alone, the HOAP team supported 1,510 people experiencing homelessness, helped 2,713 animals, administered over 7,908 treatments and coordinated $380,000 in emergency veterinary services. Now they’re making care even more accessible with a new mobile veterinary clinic.
On September 2, join Program Coordinator Jenna Topper for behind-the-scenes insights into the program as it heads into year four. You’ll discover how the HOAP team:

Built and sustained partnerships with pet owners and community organizations to deepen impact.
Balanced program growth and sustainability while handling a large volume of services.
Overcame challenges to expand access to care delivered with respect and dignity.

Bring your questions to the conversation and take away real-world strategies you can apply in your own shelter. Connect with your colleagues—only three calls left! Register for the call.
The All Call is a California community call for animal well-being professionals. The one-hour call is a dedicated space to share and learn from each other. Popular topics include initiatives that create a more inclusive culture for both staff and community, programs that keep pets with their people, industry trends, research studies, as well as the hard stuff, like what’s not working or what is particularly difficult during times of scarcity. The call is a mix of presentations, storytelling, open discussion, and Q&A time.
The All Call is hosted by 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.
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/all-call

Webinar - 8/28/25 - Unlocking AI for Animal Shelters - CalAnimals
2025-08-28 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Join us for a live webinar led by Kristen Hassen of Outcomes Consulting Group, designed specifically for animal shelter professionals. This interactive, fast-paced session will teach you how to easily integrate AI into operations to save time, streamline processes, and improve outcomes. Whether you’re just getting started with AI or looking to expand your AI toolkit, this session will provide actionable insights and real-world examples to help your team work smarter and save more lives.
Presenter:
Kristen Hassen, Outcomes Consulting Group
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bGIkW78gQHypC701UZpbAQ#/

Webinar - 8/27/25 - Mid-Year Momentum: What the 2025 Data Is Telling Us About Animal Shelter Trends - Shelter Animals Count
2025-08-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Join us for a data-packed session featuring the latest data from Shelter Animals Count, highlights from Hill’s 2025 State of the Shelter Report, and new animal-level data insights and survey analysis from the year.
This webinar will be recorded.
Unlocking Animal Data Series – Powered by Hill’s Pet Nutrition
In 2025, Shelter Animals Count and Hill’s Pet Nutrition are teaming up to bring you the Unlocking Animal Data Series—a year-long content series designed to move beyond basic shelter metrics and uncover the insights shaping the future of animal welfare. This exclusive series features deep-dive webinars, data-driven blogs, and access to the latest national trends from SAC’s robust dataset.
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your foster program, prepare for kitten season, or navigate big dog challenges, this series delivers practical tools, actionable insights, and industry expertise.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pajHUUUaRm-OCM5vcgI12Q

Webinar - 8/20/25 and 8/27/25 - Legal Survival Guide for Dog Pros: Trainers, Shelters, Rescues, Walkers - Puppyworks (fee applies)
2025-08-27 10:00 - 12:30, 2025-08-20 10:00 - 12:30 | Virtual
YOU’RE IN THE BUSINESS OF HELPING DOGS, NOT WORRYING ABOUT LAWSUITS!
A no-nonsense dive into the critical legal and contractual issues that directly impact your work with training, boarding, day-care, grooming, shelter/rescue, vet clients, dog walking.
If you’re still relying on handshake deals, generic forms, or the belief that “nothing will go wrong,” Think again. If it can go wrong it will, at some point.
Don’t Get Bitten by the Fine Print: Legal Must-Knows for Dog Professionals
We’ll show you exactly what needs to be in writing, where the biggest legal risks hide, and how to protect yourself with clear contracts, powerful disclaimers, and proactive communication. Whether you’re a solo operator, part of a facility, or leading a team, this training will empower you to reduce liability, earn trust, and run your entity confidently.
What You Don’t Know Can & Will Cost You
This is not just another box to check, it’s a must-attend event for any professional or entity handling dogs who wants to protect their future and ensure they stay in business. What you don’t know can absolutely come back to bite you.
Presenter: Attorney Kenneth M. Phillips
4.5 CEUs
CCPDT& IAABC
EARLY BIRD: $10 Off
$59* / Individual
$49* / Groups 4+
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.puppyworks.com/dogbitelaw

Online Meeting - 8/25/25 - Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie - Coupled Up: Matching Pets and People Through Barrier-Free Adoptions - Maddie's Fund
2025-08-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual

Online Event - 8/21/25 - Maddie's Monthly Behavior Connection - Making the First Move: Approaching Cats with Care - Maddie's Fund
2025-08-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Making the First Move: Approaching Cats with Care
Building on Cracking the Cat Code, this session explores how to apply the Considerate Approach when working with cats in shelter environments. Through video examples, you’ll learn how to thoughtfully and confidently approach cats in different settings — from cages to carriers. Gain practical tools to reduce stress, improve adoption readiness, and advocate effectively for the cats in your care.
Guest Speaker: Tabitha Kucera, RVT, KPA-CTP, CCBC, VTS (Behavior)
Join us on the fourth Thursday of every month as we talk about dog and cat behavior – supporting pets in our community and animal shelters. Each month, we hear from speakers about topics of interest to our group, such as behavior medications, modifying animal behavior, assessing and improving animal welfare, and how organizations successfully provide behavior support to dogs and cats.
Who should join: Animal welfare staff and volunteers who are interested in dog and cat behavior, and everyone who works to keep pets out of shelters and in homes.
You only need to register once for all meetings: https://maddies.fund/MonthlyBehaviorRegistration
Can’t attend live? Register anyway and you will get a link to the recording within a day or two after each meeting.
All recordings and resources shared during the webcast will also be available in the Maddie’s Monthly Behavior Connection group on Maddie’s Pet Forum – https://maddies.fund/monthlybehaviorconnectionMPF
Maddie’s Fund does not share registration information.
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