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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 5/8/24 – Animal Behavior Consulting: Principles & Practice – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:The IAABC Animal Behavior Consulting Principles & Practice Course is a unique twelve-week multi-module course providing a comprehensive overview of the many facets of animal behavior consulting for all species. The course is appropriate for experienced behavior consultants and practitioners as well as those newer to the field with a strong interest in animal behavior. The course features weekly online meetings with a Course Mentor discussing each learning module. \nCourse Begins: May 8\, 2024\nDuration: 12 weeks\nInstructor: Erin Jones\, PhD\, CPDT-KA\, IAABC-ADT\, CDBC \nCourse Highlights \n\n27 renowned experts in the field\na comprehensive overview of Animal Behavior Consulting for all species\nthe only course to cover all facets of Animal Behavior Consulting\nweekly online Mentor Meetings for ongoing support and further learning\n\nPresenters include: \nDr. Mary Burch; Dr. Dan Estep; Dr. Susan Friedman; Dr. Lore Haug; Dr. Suzanne Hetts; Dr. Karen Overall; Dr. Chris Pachel; Chirag Patel; Ken Ramirez; Kathy Sdao; Mychelle Blake; Veronica Boutelle; Kristin Buller\, LSCW; Brian Burton; Steve Dale; Dr. Sheila D’Arpino; Jessica Dolce; Gail Fisher; Sarah Fraser; Dr. Evon Hekkala; Dr. Jessica Hekman; Dr. Elinor Karlsson; Theresa McKeon; Gina Phairas; Randi Rossman; Dr. Rise VanFleet; Miranda Workman \nTopics covered include: \nLearning Science; Applied Behavior Analysis; Functional Analysis and Intervention Design; Biology; Ethology; Genetics; Marker Training; Case Studies; Desensitization and Counter Conditioning; Program Management; Behavioral Medicine; LIMA Practices; TAGteach; Business Promotion and Social Media Strategies; Interpreting Scientific Studies; the Human Side of the Equation; Sheltering\, Fostering and Enrichment; Animal Welfare Science; Compassion Fatigue \n** IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT WEEKLY ONLINE MEETINGS ** \n\nMeetings are not recorded\nMeetings take place on Wednesdays at 8:00 pm Eastern (first meeting May 15th)\nMeetings are 1 hour in duration with the exception of Week 7 (June 26th) which is 2 hours in duration\nThere are 12 meetings for this course\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/animal-behavior-consulting-principles-practice/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-5-8-24-animal-behavior-consulting-principles-practice-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:5/8/24 - How to be an Expert Witness in Animal Cruelty and Custody Cases - The AAWA
DESCRIPTION:Three legal experts will discuss: \n\nthe role of the animal expert in court proceedings\, including testimony in court as well as advising and educating attorneys\npreparation for testimony\, including cross-examination\nbest practices for the forensic witness\nwar stories and current trends\n\nThis session will reduce the fear of the unknown and instill confidence in testifying by explaining what is expected of an expert witness and outline things one should and should not do on the stand.  Veterinarians often are especially reluctant to become involved with cruelty cases because of the fear of testifying in what they consider a potential adversarial situation and may feel they must make the entire case or speak in absolutes. \nTarget audience: veterinarians\, animal control officers\, anyone who may engage in an animal cruelty or custody investigation and be asked to testify as an expert. \nSpeakers: \n\nDon Cocek\, APA Fellow\, Association of Prosecuting Attorneys\nGillian Deegan\, Prosecutor\, Botetourt County\, Virginia\nMelinda Merck\, DVM\, Veterinary Forensics Consulting\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://bit.ly/49wCJ0o
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/5-8-24-how-to-be-an-expert-witness-in-animal-cruelty-and-custody-cases-the-aawa/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 5/8/24 - Place More Pets Now with These Easy Changes - Best Friends
DESCRIPTION:Shelter and rescue workers like you are working tirelessly to save the lives of homeless dogs and cats across the country. Sometimes\, we need to go back to the basics\, like making it as easy as possible for people to adopt from or foster with you! \nJoin your peers from shelters and rescues\, along with Best Friends staff\, in a live Q&A discussion on open adoptions and fostering. This panel will feature Heather Owen\, Executive Director & Co-Founder of One Tail at a Time; Lawrence Nicolas\, President of Jacksonville Humane Society; Misha Goodman\, Animal Care Services Director of Bernalillo County Animal Care and Resource Center; and Dawn Binion-Stewart\, Director of Diversity\, Equity\, Inclusion\, and Belonging (DEIB) for Best Friends Animal Society. \nThis webinar will equip you with tangible advice for breaking down barriers in your adoption and foster processes to include your entire community. Register to join live and submit your questions when you register. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://bestfriends-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/7117134723360/WN_lfloMG4HQEuO3yIUlh2fDA#/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-5-8-24-place-more-pets-now-with-these-easy-changes-best-friends/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 5/9/24 - Maddie's Insights: Impact of Classical Counterconditioning (Quiet Kennel Exercise) on Barking in Shelter Dogs - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION:A major welfare concern in animal shelters is excessive barking from kenneled dogs. This contributes to noise pollution\, can cause hearing damage\, and has a negative impact on all animals within earshot. This study demonstrated that by implementing a simple classical counterconditioning exercise\, consisting of instructing all ward passers-through to toss treats to each dog regardless of behavior exhibited\, could change the emotional state of dogs from negative to more positive\, thus reducing fear and frustration that often leads to excessive barking. \nData analysis showed that implementation of this simple exercise did reduce barking at clinically relevant levels even with a changing shelter population. Additionally\, for each percent increase in compliance rate\, there was an average decrease of 17.3 dB in the maximum decibel reading. Moreover\, an overall positive change in attitude from most dogs towards visitors further showed the positive effects of the study. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nAttendees will learn to identify and apply basic learning theory\, specifically focusing on Classical (Pavlovian) Conditioning\, to dogs in a kennel setting.\nAttendees will learn to identify risks and consequences of noise pollution in shelters\, and also ways to reduce it to improve welfare of all species in the shelter.\n\nCan’t attend the live event? Register anyway! This webcast will be recorded\, and a link will be sent a day after the live event ends. \nThis webinar has been pre-approved for 1.0 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credits by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and by the National Animal Care & Control Association. It has also been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize the Registry of Approved Continuing Education (RACE) approval. \nSpeakers: \n@Sara Bennett\, DVM\, MS\, DACVB (Behavior)\, she/her/hers\nClinical Assistant Professor\, Veterinary Behavior Specialist\nDepartment of Clinical Sciences\nNorth Carolina State University\, College of Veterinary Medicine \n@Jamirelis Carrero (Jami)\nDVM candidate\nNorth Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine \nWEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsRegister
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-5-9-24-maddies-insights-impact-of-classical-counterconditioning-quiet-kennel-exercise-on-barking-in-shelter-dogs-maddies-fund/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Online Seminar - 5/7/24 and 5/9/24 - Keeping Families Together: How to Support Domestic Violence Survivors and Their Pets - CVMA (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, we will discuss the link between domestic violence and pets and how the veterinary community can increase access to veterinary care for survivors and pets by supporting pet housing programs at domestic violence shelters. Studies show that 65% of domestic violence survivors have a pet\, but nearly half delay or avoid leaving abusers out of concern for their pets. \nVeterinary professionals are likely to interact with survivors and their pets and have the opportunity to identify signs of potential abuse\, respond to situations of crisis\, and connect survivors to resources. Helping survivors and their pets stay together requires collaboration between human services\, animal services\, and veterinary services. Establishing lines of communication\, providing resources\, and sharing expertise between veterinary providers and human services removes significant barriers. \nAfter this session\, veterinary professionals will feel confident on how to navigate next steps in building relationships in their communities and supporting local pet-housing programs at domestic violence shelters. \nDate and Time\n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, May 7\, 2024 | 12:30 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. \n\nRegistration closes May 3\, 2024\n\nThursday\, May 9\, 2024 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. \n\nRegistration closes May 7\, 2024\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis course qualifies for 1.5 CEU. \n\n\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 seminar is open to veterinarians\, veterinary technicians\, veterinary hospital staff\, and veterinary students only. \nWebinar is live and interactive. Webinar may be recorded by the CVMA for internal use and training purposes. All other recordings are prohibited.  \n\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://cvma.net/continuing-education/upcoming-ce/cvma-online-seminar-domestic-violence-webinar/cvma-online-seminar-domestic-violence-webinar-information/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-seminar-5-7-24-and-5-9-24-keeping-families-together-how-to-support-domestic-violence-survivors-and-their-pets-cvma-fee-applies/2024-05-09/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Seminar
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 5/9/24 - Management vs Training for Behavior Problems - FDSA (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Training for behavior problems is different from training basic obedience\, in that it involves finding and motivating behaviors incompatible to your problem ones\, plus changing the underlying emotions that can give rise to those problems in the first place! Let’s talk about those familiar ABCs\, but let’s break them down into A-B\, and B-C! \nAdditionally\, avoiding rehearsal of behavior issues is an important part of their resolution. Most people are working at stopping the display of undesirable behaviors while they’re happening\, but the best way to do this is to have a set of skills that are so well practiced that they are almost a script you can follow! Management is a skill unto itself\, and has to be addressed separately from the specific behavior change needed long term. \nIn this webinar Dr. Cook will go over: \n\nThe structure and goals of behavior modification\, and whether you need a new A\, a new B\, or a new C!\nHow management is crucial to reducing unwanted behaviors\nMovement skills: Magnets and hand touch\nStationary skills: Perching and treasure hunt\nHome skills: Mat skills\, interruptions\, and solo play\n\nIf you have a dog with a behavior issue\, getting a handle on how management and training are different — both in their goals and their execution — is crucial to your success! \nPresenter: Amy Cook\, PhD \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-5-9-24-management-vs-training-for-behavior-problems-fdsa-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240513T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240513T120000
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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 $10\,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 May 2024 or are new to these meetings\, please use this link to register:\nhttps://maddies.fund/CommunityConvoRegistration2024  \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/CommunityConvo2024Registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-meeting-mondays-weekly-community-conversations-thankstomaddie-maddies-fund-2-2-2-2-3/2024-05-13/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 5/14/24 - WILD TO WONDERFUL! Socialized Kitten = Happy Adopter - The National Kitten Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Join NKC for a special presentation by guest speaker Mike Phillips\, LVT from Urban Cat League. Learn about preparing shy\, saucy\, or under-socialized kittens for adoption and learn the right follow-through strategies for success. \nThis comprehensive presentation will guide you through each step of the process to transform rescue kittens from wild to wonderful\, and it will share valuable resources that will help ensure the adoption process is successful. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/7817109692002/WN_95iM5r9ORgebjEvH9XkveA
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-5-14-24-wild-to-wonderful-socialized-kitten-happy-adopter-the-national-kitten-coalition/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240515T180000
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 5/15/24 to 5/18/24 - Animal Care Expo 2024 - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. We are excited to host Expo 2024 in San Antonio\, TX\, May 15-18 at the Henry B. González Convention Center\, where we expect to welcome over 2\,500 attendees. Experts from all facets of animal welfare around the globe will join together to learn about the latest programs\, share best practices\, gain inspiration\, and build lasting connections. \nAnimal Care Expo 2024 offers: \n\nNearly 100 workshops across 12 tracks.\nAn expansive exhibit hall providing the opportunity to engage with animal welfare organizations\, vendors and sponsors\, learning about the latest products and services in the industry.\nContinuing education opportunities in a variety of disciplines.\nNetworking opportunities where you can share knowledge\, gain advice and draw inspiration from the experiences and outlooks of your global colleagues.\nA dog park with adoptable dogs and cattery with adoptable cats where attendees can take some time from their day to unwind and cuddle with adorable animals.\nPlus\, several delicious plant-based meals throughout the conference.\nHands-on community service activities are planned for the exhibit hall as well as out in the community on May 15 (more to come).\n\nAltogether\, the networking and educational opportunities at Animal Care Expo yield professional and personal dividends for attendees that last throughout the year and beyond. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-5-15-24-to-5-18-24-animal-care-expo-2024-hsus-fee-applies/2024-05-15/
LOCATION:Henry B. González Convention Center\, San Antonio\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Online Event - 1st Tuesdays - All Call - California for All Animals
DESCRIPTION:The All Call is a twice-monthly\, 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 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. 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/2024-05-16/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240518T130000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 5/18/24 - Targeted TNR & Getting the Most Bang for your Buck - Community Cats Podcast
DESCRIPTION:The more cats you fix\, the more impact your TNR program will have\, right? Wrong! Spay/neuter volume alone is rarely enough by itself to keep consistently reducing a community’s free-roaming cat population over time. \nAnother aspect to the program needs to be identifying areas of high need (meaning\, lots of cats) and then focusing TNR resources at that location in order to achieve high sterilization rates. \nDiscover what targeting is\, why it’s so important and how you can do it no matter how large or small your program currently is. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/targeted-tnr-getting-the-most-bang-for-your-buck-presented-by-neighborhood-cats-may-2024/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-5-18-24-targeted-tnr-getting-the-most-bang-for-your-buck-community-cats-podcast/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240521
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 5/20/24 – Professional Dog Training: Science & Application – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Training is simple\, but it’s not easy! There’s canine learning to understand\, practical skills and timing to master\, and of course\, the human part of the equation to consider. Professional Dog Training: Science & Application is a comprehensive 20-week program designed to provide you with the knowledge\, skills\, and confidence needed to succeed as a dog trainer. \nProgram Highlights: \n\nEach module features lectures and materials packed full of information and designed by a practicing dog training and behavior professional.\nYou won’t just be watching videos – throughout the program you will engage in weekly online meetings\, projects\, assignments\, and topic-based discussions.\nWe learn better together! The program is designed using a community learning model; your active participation contributes to everyone’s educational experience and the success of the program.\nAssessment of your work is iterative; you are always given an opportunity to improve!\n\nInstructor: Camille Asmer CDBC\, IAABC-ADT\, CBCC-KA\, CPDT-KA \nPresenters include: \nLauren Novack; Renee Hall; Kathrine Christ; Tabitha Kucera; Michelle Mullins; Erin Jones; Dante Camacho; Allie Bender; Emily Strong; Alicia Harantschuk; Jackie Laubacher \nModule topics include: \nPrinciples of Learning Science; Practical Learning Applications; Body Language & Communication; Training & Management Tools; Puppy Fundamentals; Enhancing Animal Welfare & Management Through Enrichment; Husbandry & Cooperative Care Strategies; Client Communication; Client Instruction; Teaching Group Classes; Practical Ethics for Dog Trainers \n**IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT WEEKLY ONLINE MEETINGS** \n\nMeetings are a safe space to ask questions\, share your experiences\, and learn from peers. They are not recorded.\nMeetings take place on Mondays at 5:00pm Eastern Standard Time. The first meeting is May 27th.\nMeetings are 60 minutes in duration\nThere are 20 meetings for this program\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/professional-dog-training-science-application/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-5-20-24-professional-dog-training-science-application-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Online Certificate Program – Starts 5/20/24 – Animal Shelter Behavioral Management Certificate Program – Humane Network/UoP (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:The shelter environment is a very stressful place that affects the psychological well-being of the animals. Comprehensive behavior programs are essential to keep the animals behaviorally and emotionally healthy during their stay. This eight-week course will give you the knowledge and skills to develop an effective behavior program aimed at improving the welfare of the animals in your care. \n05/20/2024 – 7/14/2024 – Now available for registration.  \nWho will benefit from this program? \n\nAnyone currently affiliated with an animal shelter or rescue organization who wants to learn more about animal behavior as it relates to the shelter/foster environment.\nAnyone who wants to improve the emotional wellbeing of the animals in your care.\nAnyone seeking a behavior specialist position with an animal shelter or rescue organization.\n\nWhat You Will Learn \n\nGain knowledge on how to read dog and cat animal body language and signaling\nLearn techniques for safe\, humane handling of the animals\nUnderstand how the shelter environment effects the emotional wellbeing of the animals and how to use stress reduction techniques to improve welfare\nGain knowledge on how to keep the animals physically\, mentally\, and socially stimulated through shelter-wide enrichment programs\nUnderstand the value of effective canine and feline behavior assessments\nObtain the knowledge and skills needed to implement training and behavior modification techniques to improve the behavior and emotional state of the shelter animals\nObtain skills needed to ensure quality customer service for adoption counseling and follow-up.\n\nContinuing Education Units (CEUs): 4.8 CEUs \nCourse Code: UNSM 050 \nCourse Price: $399 \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://uc.pacific.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=2133958
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-certificate-program-starts-5-20-24-animal-shelter-behavioral-management-certificate-program-humane-network-uop-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240520T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240520T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122427
CREATED:20240422T192308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T192308Z
UID:10005265-1716211800-1716215400@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 5/20/24 - Successful Dog Adoption Placement in Families - PPG (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Join Michelle Stern for this webinar where attendees will learn more about how best to place rescue/shelter/breeder dogs into families with children. \nWe will discuss some of the challenges for parents raising dogs and kids together. We will focus on decompression\, safety\, and management for new adopters. During the webinar\, we will also discuss what to look for when it comes to matching dogs with families\, red flags\, and conversation prompts to guide families during the adoption/placement process. \nLearning Objectives \n\nAttendees will learn about the challenges of placing dogs with families who have children.\nThe canine body language to look for during the meet & greet phase.\nHow shelter and rescue staff can implement a strategy to help families pick a suitable dog making adoptions more successful in families with kids\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars/successful-dog-adoption-placement-in-families-with-kids-with-michelle-stern/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-5-20-24-successful-dog-adoption-placement-in-families-ppg-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240521T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T122427
CREATED:20240513T202947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T202947Z
UID:10005357-1716285600-1716290100@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 5/21/24 -  Community Cats 2024: Saving Free-Roaming Cats' Lives in the Most Humane Way Possible - CalAnimals
DESCRIPTION:One of the most important work of shelters these days is serving local communities by engaging in life-saving\, humane – and legal — community cat programs (CCP) for outdoor-living cats. If you want to know about the issues\, and how to do CCPs right\, join us for a walk through the challenges\, particulars\, and legalities of community cats in California\, prepared by the San Francisco SPCA’s Shelter PALS (Shelter Policy and Legal Services) program. \nWhen it comes to community cats in California\, the sheltering industry is much stronger together. Standardizing CCP operations across the state will help people\, animals\, and local governments\, so that we can lift up communities who do not yet have them\, avoid problems in communities who already have CCPs\, and best position the movement to defend CCPs against any challenges. \nIn this 75-minute webinar\, attendees will learn the factual and legal basics of community cats\, how to support those programs with local ordinances\, and also how to sign up your shelter for free legal support to set up or shore up the CCP in your own community. \n\nPresenter: Bruce Wagman\, Attorney\, SFSPCA Shelter PALS \n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_p_hreMMiT-C-fSfGkhUpXA#/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-5-21-24-community-cats-2024-saving-free-roaming-cats-lives-in-the-most-humane-way-possible-calanimals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240521T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240521T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122427
CREATED:20240513T202407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T202407Z
UID:10005356-1716303600-1716307200@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 5/21/24 - Saving Lives: Mindfulness in Animal Welfare - HASS
DESCRIPTION:Animal welfare professionals struggle with maintaining their mental health for a multitude of factors including challenges with work-life balance\, traumatic experiences within the shelter\, and more. It’s up to the industry to care for the PEOPLE that are doing the life-saving by creating care opportunities for better mental health in the shelter. Join panelists Dr. Jyothi V. Robertson\, Founder of JVR Strategies & Journey You Own along with José Ocaño\, Founder & CEO of Hatching\, to discuss the importance of mindfulness in animal welfare and best practices the industry can implement today to support the people who save pets. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://zoom.us/webinar/register/2317152070307/WN_7PBiaCntTXKdj1bKbmLZBw#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-5-21-24-saving-lives-mindfulness-in-animal-welfare-hass/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122427
CREATED:20240506T200424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T200424Z
UID:10005352-1716386400-1716390000@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 5/22/24 - Considering Communication: Strategies To Improve Behaviour Change in Clients  - PPG (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:As dog trainers\, we often excel at changing dog behaviour\, but may forget the importance of communication skills. Our role as animal advocates and client advisors requires us to excel at communication too. Our ability to share our knowledge and coach new skills ultimately facilitates changing our client’s behaviour in order to change their dog’s behaviour. Good communication builds relationships\, gets buy-in\, creates passion\, develops patience and fosters motivation when our clients are feeling exhausted\, overwhelmed\, confused or frustrated. Yet\, relatively little of our education encompasses communication skills. This webinar focuses on communication strategies for obtaining a case history\, the practical use of empathy and compassion\, and providing constructive\, personalised coaching and reinforcing feedback. We will discuss the value of silence\, the use of analogies and humour\, our own body language\, and how to measure your communicative success. After all\, good communication is a skill we can develop if we are self-aware enough! Participants will learn tips for tailoring communication for each individual client to optimise outcomes for training success. \nLearning objectives: \n\nUnderstand the role communication skills play in building relationships with clients\nIdentify opportunities to provide reinforcing feedback to clients\nIdentify opportunities to provide constructive coaching to clients\n\nPresenter: Petra Edwards PhD\, BSc (Animal Behaviour) (Hons) Cert IV TAE. PCT-A\, TAGTeach Level 2 \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.petprofessionalguild.com/webinars-events/webinars/considering-communication-strategies-to-improve-behaviour-change-in-clients/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-5-22-24-considering-communication-strategies-to-improve-behaviour-change-in-clients-ppg-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240522T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122427
CREATED:20240506T165738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T165738Z
UID:10005347-1716397200-1716400800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 5/22/24 - Whiskers on the Way: A Fear Free Guide to Kitten Season Preparation - Fear Free
DESCRIPTION:Kitten season brings many challenges and opportunities for shelter staff and the rescue community. Kittens are subject to illness and significant fear\, anxiety\, and stress during their most vulnerable period\, and preparing now can help you make a positive impact on their physical and emotional wellbeing. Join us on May 22 at 8 p.m. ET\, with Elite Fear Free Certified® Veterinary Technician\, Tabitha Kucera\, RVT\, KPA-CTP\, CCBC\, VTS (Behavior)\, as we discuss how you can prepare for a successful kitten season. \nIn this webinar\, you will learn: \n\nHow to reduce FAS in kittens\nTechniques for handling and socializing kittens\nHow to create a safe and supportive environment for kittens in need\nPractical strategies and tips\, such as disinfecting with an effective product such as Rescue\, for ensuring the physical and emotional wellbeing of kittens in your care\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://fearfreellc.webinargeek.com/whiskers-on-the-way-a-fear-free-guide-to-kitten-season-preparation
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-5-22-24-whiskers-on-the-way-a-fear-free-guide-to-kitten-season-preparation-fear-free/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240523T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122427
CREATED:20240506T164256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T164256Z
UID:10005346-1716458400-1716463800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 5/23/24 - How to Create the Future - Nonprofit AF
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for a radically inclusive\, radically strength-based\, and radically visionary approach to systems change? \nIn your work to create a better world\, you deserve to have approaches that actually change things. Not just changing a government policy or two\, but true systems change\, where we change the whole situation\, the whole field. \nThat requires that we FIRST change how we’re THINKING about the situation. Because only when we change the way we see things do things really change. \nJoin Nonprofit AF’s Vu Le and Creating the Future’s Hildy Gottlieb as they explore what it really takes to create the humane\, healthy\, equitable world we want to live in. \nVu and Hildy will introduce a framework that will shift your thinking from reacting incrementally to what’s wrong in our communities\, to creating what is possible. From scarcity and going it alone\, to the power of radical inclusion and Collective Enoughness – sharing and building upon each other’s strengths. \nIf you’re tired of working your tail off to achieve only incremental\, baby-step results\, come join the conversation! Registration is free. We look forward to seeing you on May 23rd. \n(Illustration by  Camila Leão for Fine ActsxOBI\, CC license 4.0) \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ms7zsNX8SRels9RGk60W7A#/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-5-23-24-how-to-create-the-future-nonprofit-af/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122427
CREATED:20240506T183003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T165031Z
UID:10005133-1716465600-1716469200@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Event - 5/23/24 - Maddie's Monthly Behavior Connection: Removing Behavior-Related Barriers to Adoption - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSession Topic:  Removing Behavior-Related Barriers to Adoption \nGuest Speaker:  Devan Amundsen\, Animal Welfare United \nDog training is always a highly valued resource at a shelter or rescue. However\, when we look at the realities of dog training and the behavioral effects of the shelter environment\, we find that training in a shelter can be difficult to justify. So what do we do about the behavior-related barriers to placing dogs out into homes? This presentation will explore that topic\, and offer concrete solutions for some of our toughest behavior challenges. \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-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240528T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240528T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122427
CREATED:20240422T190026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T190026Z
UID:10005264-1716915600-1716919200@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 5/28/24 - Diagnostic Testing in Shelters and Low-Resource Situations - VETGirl
DESCRIPTION:No money\, no problem! \nIn this 1-hour\, VETgirl small animal webinar\, Dr. Lena DeTar\, DACVPM\, DABVP-SMP will talk about the philosophical approach to diagnostic testing and options that are commonly available in animal shelters or low-resource environments. Tune in as Dr. DeTar draws from her experience in shelters\, field clinics\, and access to care scenarios to provide practitioners with the tools necessary to refine/re-define their “basic” database! \nNot a VETgirl ELITE member? Get your learning on with the #1 veterinary CE resource – clinically relevant\, practical\, and accessible 24/7 on your own time! Don’t miss out – click HERE to check out your options\, including our new  14-day\, no-commitment ELITE Trial. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/may-28-2024-diagnostic-testing-in-shelters-and-low-resource-situations/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-5-28-24-diagnostic-testing-in-shelters-and-low-resource-situations-vetgirl/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240530
DTSTAMP:20260403T122427
CREATED:20240408T193610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T184218Z
UID:10005244-1716940800-1717027199@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 5/29/24 – Shelter Dog Behavior Mentorship with Trish McMillan – Shelter Behavior Hub (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Is your shelter struggling to meet the needs of your dog population? Do you feel like your SOP’s aren’t meeting industry standards? Are you facing challenges related to intake\, meeting the needs of dogs in your care\, or finding appropriate placement? The Shelter Dog Behavior Mentorship is your opportunity to take your shelter’s canine program to the next level. This 13 week deep dive into all things shelter behavior will help you create evidence-based policies and procedures for your shelter behavior department. \nThis intensive course will cover all aspects of shelter behavior\, from intake to post-adoption support. With the help of your peers from all over the world\, we will explore science and best practices in building your shelter behavior programming to meet and exceed industry standards\, and to give every dog in your care the best shot at a new home. There will be an emphasis on creating written policy and protocols for your department. \nRegister before June 5 with the code UCD10 to receive 10% off. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://trish-s-school-bcb6.thinkific.com/courses/2024b-sdbm-shelter-dog-behavior-mentorship
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-5-29-24-shelter-dog-behavior-mentorship-with-trish-mcmillan-shelter-behavior-hub-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240529T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122427
CREATED:20240528T175315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T175315Z
UID:10005373-1716984000-1716987600@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 5/29/24 - Building Trust\, Preventing Bites: Proactive dog bite prevention and handling strategies - Fear Free
DESCRIPTION:The key to an effective dog bite prevention strategy is being proactive rather than reactive when a pet is showing signs of fear\, anxiety\, and stress. We know a scared or anxious dog can react abnormally out of a desire to protect itself. So how does this translate into an effective and safe dog bite prevention strategy? \nJoin us as we explore how being proactive\, rather than reactive\, can significantly enhance workplace safety and foster a harmonious environment for both humans and pets. Discover practical techniques and approaches to mitigate potential aggression and create a happier\, safer workplace for everyone involved. \nIn this webinar\, you will:\n– Learn proactive measures to create a safer environment for dogs and humans\n– Explore techniques for effectively managing and de-escalating tense situations involving fearful or anxious dogs\n– Gain insights into communication strategies that promote trust and confidence between dogs and humans\, contributing to a stronger human-animal bond\n– Acquire actionable tips for implementing dog bite prevention protocols in workplace settings \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://fearfreellc.webinargeek.com/building-trust-preventing-bites-proactive-dog-bite-prevention-and-handling-strategies-1
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-5-29-24-building-trust-preventing-bites-proactive-dog-bite-prevention-and-handling-strategies-fear-free/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240530T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122427
CREATED:20240520T183749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T183749Z
UID:10005371-1717081200-1717084800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 5/30/24 - This Means War: How to Deal with Fence Fighting - FDSA (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Fence fighting\, barrier aggression\, barrier frustration… whatever you call it\, you probably want it to stop. For one thing\, you didn’t actually mean to hire D.O.G. Security Co.\, Ltd. For another\, your dog isn’t always the best judge of what needs barking at. Fence fighting also doesn’t make you popular among your neighbors. Worst of all\, if you happen to have more than one dog\, fence fighting can lead to redirected aggression. \nSo you want it to stop. But you’re not sure what to do. \nGood news: This webinar will give you strategies for helping your dog learn to live and let live… at the fence line\, anyway. 😉 \nYou’ll gain a better understanding of: \n\nWhy dogs react this way when barriers or restraint are involved\nHow stress and arousal play into fence fighting\nWhen and how to focus on management for fence fighting\nWhen and how to do training for fence fighting\nHow to identify related reactions in other contexts\n\nThis webinar is suitable for anyone with a dog who overreacts when barriers or restraint are involved\, as well as for professionals helping humans who live with dogs. \nPresenter: Irith Bloom \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-5-30-24-this-means-war-how-to-deal-with-fence-fighting-fdsa-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240601T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240601T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122427
CREATED:20240520T160218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T160218Z
UID:10005364-1717239600-1717248600@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Event – 6/1/24 – Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Community Cats Podcast\, in partnership with Neighborhood Cats\, will host our Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) Certification Workshop on Saturday\, June 1\, from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM ET. \nSession duration is 2.5 hours followed by optional 15-minute Q&A. Registration is $10 and includes access to the recorded session\, handouts\, and certificate\, as well as access to a Facebook discussion group exclusively for trappers and folks actively engaged in community cat programs. The session is recorded and you can get certified a week after the session is held.   \nThe TNR Certification Workshop is offered monthly. Anyone interested in attending can register at www.communitycatspodcast.com/GetTNRCertified.  \nThis online workshop is perfect for anyone who wants to learn how to help outdoor cats and kittens stay safe and healthy during the cold winter months and all year long. From animal control to the general public\, anyone with a passion for helping cats and kittens is encouraged to register and learn from trappers who have been in the field for more than 20 years. \nThe workshop covers best practices for TNR and colony management\, including all planning and preparations for successful trapping\, and colony care practices that will protect outdoor cats from harsh winter conditions. There will also be time for questions from attendees\, which will be answered in real time by the experts from Neighborhood Cats. Bring your toughest questions!  \nAll attendees will receive a certificate after taking a short quiz and gain access to an exclusive Facebook group to continue networking with other caregivers. Attendees will also receive extensive handouts\, including the TNR Handbook by Neighborhood Cats. \nThe TNR Certification Workshop has been endorsed by the National Animal Care and Control Association (NACA)\, and continuing education credits are available for animal control professionals who attend. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/the-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-june-2024/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-6-1-24-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-community-cats-podcast-small-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240602T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240602T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122427
CREATED:20240506T195112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T195112Z
UID:10005350-1717351200-1717354800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 6/2/24 - What’s New with Feline Constipation: Acute & Chronic Treatment Modalities - VetGirl
DESCRIPTION:Say goodbye to enemas! \nIn this complimentary\, 1-hour VETgirl – Royal Canin webinar\, Dr. Ashlie Saffire\, DVM\, DABVP (Feline Practice) will discuss management strategies for acute and chronic constipation in cats. Tune in as Dr. Saffire reviews techniques you can use for acute obstipation and therapeutic options for managing and preventing chronic constipation cases! \nThanks to sponsorship from Royal Canin\, the recording of this webinar will be available to view free and On-Demand until July 2\, 2024. (Remember: you must be logged in as a free Basic\, ELITE Trial or ELITE member to register for the live event) \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/june-2-2024-whats-new-with-feline-constipation-acute-chronic-treatment-modalities/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-6-2-24-whats-new-with-feline-constipation-acute-chronic-treatment-modalities-vetgirl/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240604
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 6/3/24 – The Forensics of Aggression: Working With and Evaluating Canine Aggression – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Jim Crosby is widely recognized as an expert in the field of dog bites\, dog aggression\, and fatal dog attacks. In this four-part course\, Jim is sharing his hard-won knowledge and experience about dog aggression\, bites\, communication\, and what we can do with all of this as we go through our personal and professional journeys through the canine world. \nFour Modules\, four live meetings (Full Students only)\, and experience that literally only exists in a hand full of places in the world\, Jim is here to share those experiences and the understanding he has gained in nearly twenty years of dealing with the worst of the worst – and a few dogs too. \nBy the end of this course\, you will be able to: \n\nRecognize the purpose of aggression and when it is or is not appropriate\nAnalyze how bites happen and what evidence they leave\nEvaluate WHICH dog did it\, and the basis of inclusion and exclusion of potential suspects\nExchange signals with problem dogs and build the beginnings of trust\nExplore dog case evaluations and their application to individual dogs\n\nGraphic Content Warning: Course contains images of fatal dog bites and injuries. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/forensics-of-aggression/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-6-3-24-the-forensics-of-aggression-working-with-and-evaluating-canine-aggression-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference – 6/4/24 to 6/5/24 – 2024 Veterinary Behavior Symposium – ACVB (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Please join ACVB for our two-day Veterinary Behavior Symposium June 4–5\, 2024 at the Nicollet Island Pavilion in Minneapolis\, Minnesota. Register now and join us for one or both days! \nThe Veterinary Behavior Symposium provides a forum for sharing cutting-edge\, original research in the field of animal behavior. The program will be held in-person in Minneapolis and be available virtually (live-streamed) as well. The presentations will be made available after the event for all registrants for those who wish to view again or return to it. \nDAY 1: VBS Scientific Paper Session\nTuesday\, June 4\, 2024 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm\nThe VBS Scientific Paper Session provides a community for sharing cutting-edge\, original research in the field of animal behavior. Join us in person to connect with other professionals or attend virtually via live stream. The presentations will be made available after the event for all registrants who wish to view the presentations after the meeting. \nDAY 2: New! VBS Practical Behavior Forum\nWednesday\, June 5\, 2024 | 8:00 am – 5:00 pm\nThe VBS Practical Behavior Forum is the ACVB’s exciting new offering especially for veterinarians in primary care. Join ACVB Diplomates for concise and informative talks on topics that you address every day. This is the first ever ACVB sponsored conference to offer effective tips and takeaways to help you practice behavioral medicine in ‘the real world’. Attend virtually or in person. \nThe Practical Behavior Forum is eligible for 6.5 continuing education credits from Karen Pryor Academy and 6.5 continuing education credits from Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.dacvb.org/page/2024VBSandForum
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-6-4-24-to-6-5-24-2024-veterinary-behavior-symposium-acvb-fee-applies/2024-06-04/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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SUMMARY:Online Event - 6/4/24 - All Call - Community outreach 101: Creating a support services program using the Pets for Life approach - California for All Animals
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to start or grow a more effective pet owner support program? At the June 4 All Call\, Rafael Castellanos (Pets for Life Coordinator\, Ventura County Animal Services) and Ashley Anderson-Mutch (Senior Program Manager\, Enforcement and Policy Reform\, Pets for Life at Humane Society of the United States) will discuss strategies for establishing or expanding a strategic\, sustainable community-based outreach program\, whether rural\, urban\, or somewhere in between. \nThey’ll share best practices for identifying an area of focus\, developing partnerships\, creating a budget\, conducting door-to-door outreach\, collecting data and utilizing strong communications. After this call\, you’ll be ready to build community relationships and share your efforts with donors and supporters. \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 California for All co-leaders Allison Cardona and Nadia Oseguera and is enriched by rotating facilitators. 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-1st-and-3rd-tuesdays-all-call-california-for-all-animals-2-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240605T100000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 6/5/24 - APCC: Fun in the Sun: Summer Toxicities in Dogs and Cats - ASPCAPro
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Groszkowski\, consulting veterinarian in Clinical Toxicology at the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center\, to explore potential toxicities in dogs and cats that are more commonly managed at small animal practices during the summer months. Learn about a variety of toxicities and their mechanisms of action\, clinical signs\, diagnostic tests\, and treatments. \nIn order to register for the webinar\, you will need to log in to ASPCA Learn\, our new learning management system. Create an account now and register for the webinar. If you’re having trouble accessing your account\, browse the ASPCA Learn FAQ for troubleshooting tips or email learn@aspca.org for technical support. \nTakeaways \n\nVeterinary professionals will learn which toxicities are more commonly managed during the summer months in dogs and cats.\nWe will discuss a variety of toxicities with mechanisms of action\, clinical signs\, diagnostic testing\, and treatment.\nAudience members will be led through a summer’s day where potential toxin exposures can be seen in different situations that are more likely to occur due to changes in their environment when the temperatures are warmer.\n\nSuited For\nThis session is suited for veterinarians but all are welcome. \nCredits\nThis webinar is pending AAVSB approval \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/apcc-fun-sun-summer-toxicities-dogs-and-cats
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-6-5-24-apcc-fun-in-the-sun-summer-toxicities-in-dogs-and-cats-aspcapro/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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