Shelter Learniverse

Online Course - 5/14/21 to 5/16/21 - Ophthalmology in general practice - IVS (fee applies)
2021-05-14 08:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
This seminar series is designed to provide you with updates on how the speakers actually do things in practice- how they actually manage a patient with a particular ocular disease or disorder, how they do certain techniques, how they combine certain drugs for treatment etc. Actual cases will be presented to emphasize the clinical indications for the techniques.
Kathryn Good D.V.M.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists
Clinical Ophthalmologist
U.C. Davis
Joshua Seth Eaton, VMD
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologist
Assistant Clinical Professor, Comparative Ophthalmology
School of Veterinary Medicine
University of Wisconsin—Madison
Seminar Schedule:

Single day registration available:All times are Eastern time.Seminars start each day at 8.00am Pacific, 9.00am Mtn, 10.00am Central & 11.00am Eastern
Friday May 14 (5.5 CE hrs)
8:00am – 1:30pm Pacific Time11:00am – 4:30pm Eastern TimeUntangling uveitis in small animals, Under PressureGetting a grip on glaucomaCataracts in Dogs and Cats – Caring for the cloudy eyeFeline conjunctivitis – a common conundrum

Saturday May 15 (5.5 CE hrs)
8:00am – 1:30pm Pacific Time11:00am – 4:30 pm Eastern timeRolling with EntropionWhen it’s time to enucleate …Non-healing corneal ulcerationsCanine dry eye

Sunday May 16 (5 CE hrs)
8:00am – 1:00pm Pacific Time11:00am – 4:00 pm Eastern timeThrough the looking glass, Part I: Examination of the anterior segment in animalsThrough the looking glass, Part II: Examination of the posterior segment in animals

Seminar Topics:

Non-healing Corneal Ulcerations – How to handle the ulcer that just won’t go away
Corneal ulcerations can be frustrating to treat in dogs, particularly when despite all of your therapeutic efforts, the ulcer just won’t heal. However, if the attending clinician follows a few key guidelines when diagnosing and examining eyes with non-healing corneal ulcerations, the path to success can be much faster! This discussion will concentrate primarily on non-healing corneal ulcerations in dogs, and will present a practical approach to making the correct corneal diagnosis and choosing the best therapy to produce a successful outcome.
Canine Dry Eye – What’s next when cyclosporine fails?
Treatment of keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS), or “dry eye” in dogs has made incredible strides over the last few decades, principally due to the success of medications like topical cyclosporine. However, there are those canine patients that just don’t respond to topical therapy, resulting in frustrated owners and doctors and squinty, unhappy patients. In this hour, we’ll review not only routine management of KCS but also focus on those patients that are refractory to treatment, specifically addressing special considerations in examination and assessment of those cases, exploring possible underlying causes, and how to best approach them therapeutically.
Feline conjunctivitis – A common conundrum
Conjunctivitis is one of the most common ophthalmic conditions affecting cats; and as we know, infectious causes are always at the top of our differential list. However, distinguishing one infectious etiology from another can be very difficult as clinical signs are often non-specific. Furthermore, despite an ever-expanding menu of ophthalmic infectious assays at commercial and academic laboratories, diagnostic tests remain difficult and ambiguous to interpret. This lecture will review the infectious causes of feline conjunctivitis, discuss the diagnostic approach to each, and explore the numerous available therapies and their respective advantages and disadvantages, taken from the most current literature.
Cataracts in dogs and cats – Caring for the cloudy eye
Cataracts are a very common cause of vision loss in dogs and, while less common, can also lead to vision impairment in cats. To date, the definitive treatment for cataract in any species is surgical removal using phacoemulsification. Over the past 10-15 years, however, there has been an explosion of advertisement and scientific publication touting medical therapies for cataracts. On its face, these drops and supplements appear to offer a miraculous “magic bullet”, sparing pets and owners the cost and hassle of surgery. But are these therapies the “real deal”? This hour will explore this question, while also reviewing the approach to diagnosis of cataracts in animals as well as the most common causes, the approach to surgical candidacy, and the current standards-of-care in cataract surgery and peri- and postoperative considerations.
Through the looking glass, Part 1 – Examination of the anterior segment in animals
Examination of the eye can be intimidating for a number of reasons, not the least of which is the complexity and diversity of its tiny structures. Furthermore, the structures that comprise the anterior portion of the eye in cats are largely clear and lie in direct apposition to one another, making localization of lesions in the front of the eye very confusing. However, by using an organized approach armed with the correct instrumentation and the necessary tools and techniques, assessment of the anterior structures of the eye can be much easier and maybe even fun! This lecture will focus on techniques and tips for examination of the anterior segment, focusing on the cornea, anterior chamber (and aqueous humor), iris, and lens.
Untangling uveitis in small animals – After diagnosing a dog or cat with uveitis, the practitioner is presented with two concurrent challenges; to determine the cause (if possible), and to suppress intraocular inflammation and mitigate uveitis’ potentially blinding complications. In some cases, the cause of uveitis may be obvious (i.e. following trauma), but in many cases, the ophthalmic manifestations are ambiguous and difficult to interpret. This discussion seeks to demystify the approach to clinical diagnosis of uveitis in small animals, and elucidate guidelines for treatment, management, and formulation of a prognosis.
Under pressure – Getting a grip on glaucoma – Glaucoma is one of the most frustrating ophthalmic diseases to manage and treat in veterinary medicine, causing not only pain for affected animals, but the inevitable consequence of irreversible blindness without swift treatment. Furthermore, determination of an underlying cause and formulation of a treatment plan can be confusing at least partially due to the large number of available topical and systemic drugs. This in-depth look at glaucoma seeks to provide the small animal practitioner with a practical perspective on tonometry and diagnosis of glaucoma, current standards and best practices for treatment in dogs and cats, and how to approach prognosis in affected animals.
Rolling with Entropion – Entropion is commonly encountered in dogs and cats and can be painful in addition to causing corneal scarring, vascularization, and even corneal rupture and loss of vision. There are numerous anatomical and conformational factors that may contribute to entropion in both species. Therefore, the best surgical approach to entropion is to carefully consider such factors and choose a surgical technique accordingly. This will minimize the chance for recurrence and maximize postoperative success. This surgical discussion will review the anatomical factors that predispose to entropion in dogs and cats, and review the key surgical approaches that can be used for correction in both species.
When It’s Time To Enucleate … – Eyes that have been blinded by disease and carry the long-term potential to cause pain in an animal are candidates for enucleation. Before gowning up for surgery, however, it’s important for any practitioner to know the safest surgical technique for removing the diseased eye, and to understand the periocular and orbital anatomy. Furthermore, awareness of local anesthetic block techniques and other anesthetic considerations will serve to ensure a smooth and uneventful recovery. This surgical discussion will provide the practitioner with a comprehensive approach to pertinent preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative considerations when performing enucleations, as well as the advantages and disadvantages associated with different surgical techniques.
Through the looking glass, Part II – Examination of the posterior segment in animals
The eye’s posterior segment is an enigma to many practitioners as assessment of structures like the retina and optic nerve poses unique challenges. However, examination of these posterior structures is not only critical to accurate diagnosis and treatment of ocular diseases, but may also provide insight regarding neurologic and even non-ophthalmic systemic disease. Without a doubt, examination of the posterior segment is a challenging skill that takes practice. However, knowing how and when to use the right equipment and techniques, and better understanding the advantages and disadvantages of each, the practitioner can refine their skills and become quite adept at posterior segment examination in a relatively short period of time. This hour will be spent reviewing the structures of the posterior segment and how to evaluate them with a focus on tips and techniques for getting that perfect view of the ocular fundus.

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.ivseminars.com/seminars/ophthalmology-in-general-practice-live-online/

Webinar - 5/13/21 - Broken Connection: Why Your Dog Loses Focus with Nicole Wiebusch - FDSA (fee applies)
2021-05-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
Does your dog disconnect from you during training? Would you like some ideas on how to fix and prevent disconnection? Having a training plan and systematically working your way through increasing criteria, distractions, and generalization can go a long way toward reducing disconnection.
During this webinar we will define disconnection and discuss common reasons that dogs disconnect from their handlers. We’ll talk about how to figure out why dogs disconnect, and we’ll cover ways to fix it and prevent further disconnection in the future. You will be shown video examples of several different scenarios in which the dog disconnected and we’ll talk through what likely happened. You will come away with a better understanding of why dogs disconnect and what you can do about it.
Note: this webinar will not cover extremely fearful dogs. That in itself is a complicated subject and there are other classes at FDSA that are better equipped for helping your fearful dog.
This is a repeat webinar. Please check your webinar library before purchasing.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar - 5/13/21 - Six Weeks in a Crate? Perioperative Behavior Strategies to Improve Patient Well-being - ACVB (fee applies)
2021-05-13 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Imagine the frustration for you and the owner of the dog who re-broke its leg after an expensive surgery to repair it. In this webinar, stress and its effects on healing will be reviewed. Additionally, specific, concrete suggestions on how to prepare dogs and cats pre- and post-hospitalization will be presented, including ideas for management, behavior modification, and medications.
About the Presenter

Dr. Melissa Bain is a veterinarian and Professor of Clinical Animal Behavior, and is board-certified by both the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists and the American College of Animal Welfare. She received a Master’s degree in Advanced Clinical Research from the UC Davis School of Medicine in 2007. She is a past president of both the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists and the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior. In 2016 she was selected as the Bustad Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year, awarded by the American Veterinary Medical Association, and in 2019 she was selected to receive the Companion Animal Welfare Award from the World Small Animal Veterinary Association. Additionally, she is the Director of Professional Student Clinical Education for the UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. Her responsibilities include student and resident education, clinical case management, and research.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.dacvb.org/page/webinarseries#bain

Webinar - 5/13/21 - Using Fear Free Principles to Improve Anesthetic Safety in Complicated Patients - Fear Free
2021-05-13 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Decreasing fear, anxiety, stress (FAS), and pain leads to safer anesthesia by allowing a lower dose of sedative and anesthetic drugs needed for anesthesia premedication, induction, maintenance, and recovery. Lower drug dosages are especially critical in complicated patients with underlying disease and physiologic compromise. In this discussion Dr. Tamara Grubb will explore the role of Fear Free principles in anesthetic safety, especially in the compromised/complicated patient.
Attendees will:
1. Review the physiologic/pathologic impact of fear, anxiety, stress, pain and anesthesia on the patient.
2. Understand how these physiologic/pathologic impacts can magnify pathologic changes of select diseases, increasing the likelihood of anesthetic adverse effects.
3. Learn how to incorporate Fear Free principles into anesthetic protocols to improve anesthetic safety for complicated patients.
About the Presenter
Dr. Tamara Grubb is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Anesthesia & Analgesia with a strong focus in pain management. She owns an anesthesia/analgesia/continuing education consulting practice that serves both small and large animals (VetAACE). Dr. Grubb is a national/international educator and lecturer, a certified acupuncturist, an Adjunct Professor of Anesthesia & Analgesia at Washington State, a Fear Free Certified Practitioner, and on the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management’s (IVAPM) Board of Directors. She is co-author of two books, including “Veterinary Anesthesia & Pain Management for Nurses & Technicians.” Dr. Grubb’s favorite achievement is winning the Distinguished Teaching Award at two universities.
This program has been submitted (but not yet approved) for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize AAVSB RACE approval.
Brought to you by Zoetis Petcare.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WkGmleG3S_2DujNU_mFWcw

Webinar - 5/13/21 - Maintenance of Equipment in Dentistry: Part 1 - VDOS (fee applies)
2021-05-13 15:00 - 16:50 | Virtual
This VDOS webinar will review the role of veterinary technicians, nurses and dental hygienists in the maintenance of equipment, instruments, and materials used in small animal dentistry and oral surgery. The focus of the first part is on instrument identification and sharpening. The didactic lecture will last 1.5 hours, but the webinar is designed so that there is extra time for interactive participation and answering your questions.
Speaker: Jeanette Eliason, CVT, RDH, VTS (Dentistry)
Moderator: Alexander M. Reiter, Dipl. Tzt., Dr. med. vet., Dipl. AVDC, EVDC, FF-AVDC-OMFS
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.vdos.org/event-details/maintenance-of-equipment-in-dentistry-part-1-6-00-pm-et

Webinar - 4/29/21, 5/6/21, and 5/13/21 - Community-Centered Veterinary Care: 3 Part Webinar Series - American Pets Alive!
2021-05-13 15:00 - 16:00, 2021-05-06 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
Many animals are surrendered to shelters due to medical issues that families cannot afford. Most communities lack options for low cost, no-cost, or incremental full service medicine due to laws, vet associations, and lack of willing veterinary providers. Shelter Medicine experts from all over the country joined the Human Animal Support Services External Facing Medical Care Working Group. This group has created three toolkits to help shelters prevent financially based intake for medical cases, and to keep more people and pets together. Contributing organizations include LA Animal Services, Brampton Animal Services, Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association, LifeLine Animal Project, KC Pet Project, Michigan Humane, San Diego Humane Society, Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program at Cornell University, Humane Society of Sonoma County, Best Friends Animal Society, Association of Shelter Veterinarians, Toronto Humane Society, Pathway Vet Alliance, Montgomery County Animal Shelter, Banfield Pet Hospital, and Montgomery County Animal Services & Adoption Center.

Join members of this working group for a three part webinar series on April 29, May 6, and May 13.
Part 1: Starting a Facility from Scratch – April 29, 5pm CT
Create an external facing medical facility to support your community, whether at your shelter or stand alone.
Speakers:
Kelley Meyers, DVM
Linda Jacobson, BVSc, MMedVet, PhD
Maria Anselmo
Part 2: In-Shelter Support Care Program – May 6, 5pm CT
Legally provide urgent medical care to owned animals to help them stay with their families.
Speakers:
Chumkee Aziz, DVM, DABVP
Lauren Overman
Erin Katribe, DVM, MS
Lisa Labrecque, DVM
Elizabeth Berliner, DVM, DABVP
Part 3: Utilizing Existing Veterinary Practices – May 13, 5pm CST
Work with existing veterinary practices for programs like Austin Pets Alive!’s PASS program, and other local partnerships.
Speakers:
Ellen Jefferson, DVM
J.J. Rawlinson, DVM
Jeremy Prupas, VMD
Stephanie Miller, RVT
Pam Runquist

WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4hRM2zTfSaCW3ESwVAOzTQ

Webinar - 5/13/21 - Digital Revenue: Small Changes Can Make A Big Impact - The AAWA
2021-05-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
COVID-19 has made digital communication a necessity, not a trend, in 2021. And while not everyone can afford a super-sophisticated digital program, there are plenty of small tweaks organizations can make to improve the performance of what you’re doing now. In this RKD-sponsored webinar, we will show you how to improve your digital results through:

– Optimizing your website for SEO
– Asking donors to “cover the fee” on donation forms
– Improving Google Ad Grant performance
– Using lightboxes (pop-ups) on your home page

Speakers:

Jenn Thompson, Vice President, Digital, RKD Group
Gina Fromme, Chief Development Officer, Humane Society of Missouri
Alicia Vial, Communications Director, Louisiana SPCA

WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/rkd2

Virtual Seminar - Thursdays in June - Shelter Behavior with Kelley Bollen - CalAnimals (open to non-members also)
2021-05-13 11:00 - 12:30, 2021-05-06 11:00 - 12:30
This 4 session VIRTUAL workshop designed for all levels of shelter staff will cover advice to resolve common dog and cat behavior problems to prevent surrender, a behavior perspective on intake and adoptions, canine behavior evaluations and decisions-making, and behavior modification in the shelter.
Each session is 90 minutes, from 11am to 12:30pm Pacific Time every Thursday in June, beginning June 4th.
The topics are:

Advice to Resolve Common Behavior Problems in Dogs and Cats to Prevent Surrender – June 4th

Intake and Adoptions – A Behavior Perspective – June 11th

Canine Behavior Evaluations and Disposition Decision Making – June 18th

Behavior Modification in the Shelter – June 25th

Tuition for entire series:
$40 Staff & Volunteers of CalAnimals Member Organizations – Remember to sign into the Member Portal to receive member discount.
$55 non-members
Complete your registration today. You will be automatically enrolled in ALL 4 sessions. A unique code and password will be emailed to you. The link may not be shared.

6/4/2020 to 6/25/2020

When:
All Thursdays in June
11am-12:30pm

Where:
VIRTUAL – 4 ZOOM WEBINARS

Presenter:
Kelley Bollen, MS, CABC

Contact:
Kathy Anderson
Kathy@CalAnimals.org

REGISTER HERE: https://calanimals.site-ym.com/event/KelleyBollenWorkshopJune

Webinar - 5/13/21 - Tools, Tips and Tricks for the ACO: Lessons Learned from the Field - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2021-05-13 10:00 - 11:15 | Virtual
As an Animal Control Officer, have you said to yourself, “I wish I’d seen that coming?” What if there was a short course on expecting the unexpected, specifically designed for today’s Animal Control Officer? In this course, we will explore the common tools utilized by ACO’s in the field today along with the not so common uses of everyday items the ACO should never leave home without. This session with also explore the use of these tools in real-life cases responded to by today’s Animal Control Officer. Officers Alicia Dease and Madisen Taylor will share the tips and tricks they have learned in their more than a decade of experience in the field.
Other Webinars with This Speaker

Feb 4: Video Testimony: The Virtual Courtroom for the ACO
May 13: Tools, Tips and Tricks for the ACO: Lessons Learned from the Field (this webinar)
Nov 9: Critical Incident Stress Management for the ACO

Or click here to view and register for other upcoming NACA webinars on the JCH Platform.

The National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA) was formed in 1978 for the express purpose of assisting its members to perform their duties in a professional manner. We believe only carefully selected and properly trained animal control personnel can correct community problems resulting from irresponsible animal ownership. NACA’s purpose is to preserve the Human/Animal Bond by insisting on responsible animal ownership.

Presenters:

Based out of Deltona, Florida, Madisen Taylor is the Field Training Officer for Volusia County Animal Services. She is trained to investigate local and state cases involving animal cruelty, neglect, rescuing animals in distress, blood sports, and natural disasters. She has responded to hundreds of calls for service in her community, providing resources and conflict resolution to people and their pets. Officer Taylor’s role as FTO with Volusia County Animal Services enables her to teach the next generation of Animal Control Officers on industry standards and best practices. Madisen was formerly a veterinary technician for 4 ½ years, and has served her community as an Animal Control Officer with Volusia County since 2018. Prior to her work as an Animal Control Officer, she was also a 911 dispatcher, rendering aid to people and pets in crisis.

Based out of Osteen, Florida Alicia Dease is the Field Supervisor of Volusia County Animal Services. She investigates and responds to situations involving animals, natural disasters, and animal cruelty cases in Volusia County. Dease was formerly the Field Training Officer for Volusia County Animal Services and has served her community as an Animal Control Officer and Code Enforcement Officer since 2003. Dease has successfully investigated and persued the prosecution of offenders resulting in justice for animal victims in Volusia County.

Based out of Daytona Beach, Florida, Adam Leath is the Director of Volusia County Animal Services. He investigates and responds to situations involving animal victims of natural disasters and animal cruelty cases in Volusia County. Leath was formerly a Regional Director of the Field Investigations and Response Team at the ASPCA where he led one of the largest operations in ASPCA history with the seizure of over 1,000 animals in August of 2016. Leath has responded to multiple dogfighting operations throughout his time at the ASPCA, including the second-largest dogfighting bust in U.S. history in 2013, resulting in the seizure of more than 400 dogs.
Leath holds a bachelor’s degree in animal science from the University of Tennessee and a Graduate Certificate in Veterinary Forensic Science from the University of Florida. He is a courtesy Assistant Professor for the Department of Comparative, Diagnostic, and Population Medicine at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. He is a Director on the Board of Directors for the National Animal Care and Control Association. Leath is a Past President of the International Veterinary Forensic Sciences Association and is a Certified National Animal Cruelty Investigator through the University of Missouri. He has also been certified in Equine Cruelty Investigation through the University of Colorado. Leath has been certified as an expert witness in animal fighting and animal cruelty in the states of Florida and New York.

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/tools-tips-and-tricks-for-the-aco-lessons-learned-from-the-field/

Webinar - 5/13/21 - Preparing for Disasters: Review of the new CalAnimals Organizational Disaster Prep Checklist - CalAnimals
2021-05-13 09:30 - 10:30 | Virtual
The CalAnimals Emergency Management Committee has created an organizational checklist to help your agency prepare for disasters that affect your community. This robust document offers a lot of great points for consideration and sample documents to assist you. Disaster preparedness experts Ryan Soulsby from Butte County Animal Control and John Peaveler from San Diego Humane Society are offering this webinar to walk us through it and answer your questions. A huge thanks to Hill’s Pet Nutrition for sponsoring this important resource!
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cmipkbukTnGCXVrp_y8RHg

Online Event - Wednesdays - The Wednesday Summit #ThankstoMaddie - AmPa!
2021-05-12 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-05-05 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
The AmPA! weekly Wednesday Summit offers shelters and rescues a chance to talk through the most current animal sheltering challenges! Topics will change each week. #ThankstoMaddie
You’ll join AmPA! and HASS Staff and industry leaders, but, more importantly, you’ll be able to engage face to face (digitally!) with people like you. Because not feeling alone makes this work a lot easier.
#ThankstoMaddie for making education like this possible.
Registration now required! You only need to register once for 2021.
WEBSITE LINK: https://bit.ly/3nkHsZT

Webinar - 5/12/21 - Staff Safety and Occupational Hazards in Shelters - The AAWA
2021-05-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Presented by Jeanette O’Quin, DVM, MPH, DACVPM, DABVP (Shelter Medicine)
There are hazards in every work environment and shelters have additional, unique risks because they handle and treat animals. It is important for shelters to identify and mitigate potential hazards in their work environment, pandemic or no pandemic. This session will discuss chemical, biological, and physical hazards that are commonly found in shelters and introduce measures to reduce those risks. Webinar attendees will be better able to develop and implement strategies to maximize staff health and safety.
This webinar will especially benefit shelter medical staff, shelter executives, and other operational leaders.
This session is part of the Shelter Medicine series, a collaboration between the Association of Shelter Veterinarians and The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement.
This live and recorded program is approved for 1 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit and pending approval for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize RACE.
WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/products/51221-staff-safety-occupational-hazards-in-shelters

Webinar - 5/12/21 - Handling "Nuisance" Wildlife Calls - HSUS
2021-05-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Getting calls from the public about opossums stuck in garbage cans? Foxes denning under sheds or porches? Woodchucks nibbling in the garden?
This webinar expands upon our “Top 10 Tips for Taking Wildlife Calls” training by providing natural history profiles on our most common Wild Neighbors, as well as species-specific advice for humanely solving conflicts with them. Learn how to give simple tips and instructions to the public over the phone (without your having to dispatch an officer!) so that they can solve conflicts with wildlife in an effective, humane, and long-term manner. (Photo: Frank Hildebrand/iStock.com)
WEBSITE LINK: https://humanepro.org/trainings/handling-nuisance-wildlife-calls

Webinar - 5/11/21 - Infection control – Are you protecting your patients (and staff and clients) from infectious diseases? - VETGirl
2021-05-11 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual
Don’t look back at infectious diseases with 2020 hindsight!
In this complimentary 1-hour, VETgirl–veterinary technician webinar, Dr. Jason Stull, VMD, PhD, DACVPM, reviews infection control in our veterinary patients. Good infection control practices are central to providing a safe environment and optimizing patient care. During this talk, Dr. Stull will unpack the top 5 infection control ‘musts’ for every veterinary clinic and discuss how to ensure infectious disease prevention efforts result in actionable, measurable success.
Thanks to sponsorship from Zoetis, this webinar is free to all!

Not a VETgirl ELITE member? VETgirl ELITE members receive 100+ hours of RACE-approved, online veterinary CE/year ($249). That way, you know that you have flexibility to view any of our webinars (including small animal, large animal, veterinary technician, leadership, practice management) and listen to our podcasts when you have time.
All the webinars are recorded and can be viewed 24/7 after their release date for CE credit. If you’re watching the recording later on, don’t forget to take the CE quiz with it when you’re done to get your CE certificate!
*Note: Viewing this webinar is for individual use only; VETgirl webinars are not designed nor meant to be viewed in a group setting due to RACE-CE audit purposes. Inappropriate sharing or viewing of the webinar may result in revoking of membership.
RACE-CE provider name: VETgirl, LLC
RACE Provider number: 20
RACE Program number: 809312/810024
This program is RACE-approved for continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE approval; however participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Call VETgirl (858.859.1838) for further questions.

WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/may-11-2021-infection-control-are-you-protecting-your-patients-and-staff-and-clients-from-infectious-diseases/

Webinar - 5/11/21 - Pet Friendly Domestic Violence Shelters: Creating a pet-friendly program that works for your community - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2021-05-11 12:00 - 13:15 | Virtual
Are you ready to take a deeper dive and learn how to create a program to help domestic violence survivors and their pets find safety and healing together? This webinar will focus on overcoming barriers to creating pet-friendly programs by focusing on collaboration and thoughtful program planning. We’ll discuss fundraising, construction, and policies and procedures for both on-site and off-site programs, and attendees will leave with concrete next steps. This webinar is intended for domestic violence and animal shelter representatives, veterinarians, and anyone else interested in supporting a pet-friendly program in their community.

The National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA) was formed in 1978 for the express purpose of assisting its members to perform their duties in a professional manner. We believe only carefully selected and properly trained animal control personnel can correct community problems resulting from irresponsible animal ownership. NACA’s purpose is to preserve the Human/Animal Bond by insisting on responsible animal ownership.

This webinar was pre-approved for 1 CEU credit by the National Advocate Credentialing Program (NACP)® and the DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP). Founded in 1975, the National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) is the oldest national victim assistance organization of its type in the United States and is the recognized leader in victim advocacy, education and credentialing. To learn more about NOVA, visit trynova.org.

Presenters:

Katie Campbell is the Outreach Manager for RedRover and has worked with nonprofits for 10-plus years. During this time she has worked with diverse communities across racial, ethnic, and economic lines in positions ranging from front line service to management roles. She has worked closely with survivors of domestic violence, as well as other individuals at risk, and with many nonprofits serving these communities. Katie is a firm believer that more can be accomplished when organizations work together and with the community rather than in silos.
Katie’s educational background includes an M.A. in Sociology from Sacramento State University, which she credits with furthering her passion for listening and learning from others. Her work at RedRover brings together two of her greatest passions: working with people and supporting the welfare of animals.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/pet-friendly-domestic-violence-shelters-creating-a-pet-friendly-program-that-works-for-your-community/

Online Course - Starts 5/11/21 - Canine Social Behavior - IAABC (fee applies)
2021-05-11 | Virtual
This course will teach you about canine communication, play, greetings, conflict resolution behaviors, and puppy social development. Dig into the science of canine social behavior, with an emphasis on dog-to-dog social interactions. Veterinarians, behavior consultants, trainers, groomers, kennel staff, shelter workers, day care staff, pet sitters, dog walkers, and keen guardians will all benefit from this course.
This course will help you:

Explain the importance of social relationships between dogs from a scientific perspective
Accurately interpret body language in dogs and understand how body language is linked to emotional states and communication
Describe and understand the stages of puppy development and how development can affect adult behaviors, including the development of problem behaviors
Recognize and interpret play and greeting behaviors in dogs
Describe the functions of conflict and reconciliation behaviors in dogs

Course Begins: May 11, 2021
Weekly online meetings begin: May 18th at 1pm EDT
Duration: 5 Weeks
Instructor: Camille Ward, M.S., M.S., Ph.D., CAAB
Auditors may learn from other students but will not receive instructor feedback.
Auditors do not attend online meetings and meetings are not recorded.
Class Schedule
This is a 5-week instructor-led course. Each week includes a recorded lecture, a scheduled live discussion, required readings, and guiding questions. Knowledge of the lecture material will be assessed through participation in course discussions. Students will have access to the course material for 60 days after the course ends.
Course Completion/CEU Requirements
To receive CEUs and/or a certificate of completion:
Auditors must review all course material. This will be verified in the Learning Management System.
Full Students must review all course materials and required readings, attend the weekly class meetings, and prepare responses to a set of guiding questions for each weekly class meeting discussion. Students who miss more than one meeting will not receive credit for the course.
Students should expect to spend an average of 3-4 hours per week on course material and viewing, depending on individual speed of learning and the week’s materials.
Online Course Cancellation Policy

Full refunds available more than 30 days before program start.
50% refund available 16 – 30 days before program start.
No refunds available 15 or fewer days before program start.

About the Instructor
Dr. Camille Ward is the President and founder of About Dogs LLC, where she specializes in behavioral consultations for the prevention, modification, and management of canine behavior problems. Her philosophy stresses relationship building and working from the dog’s point of view.
Dr. Ward received her Ph.D. from the University of Michigan studying cognition and the development of social behavior in domestic dogs. In addition to her work on dogs, she also conducted behavior studies on crows, primates, and fish. She received her certification through the Animal Behavior Society as a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist (CAAB).
Dr. Ward has lectured nationally and internationally at scientific and dog training conferences on canine behavior. She has published on animal behavior in a variety of scientific academic journals, and her work has been featured on MSNBC, in Cosmopolitan magazine, and in the Bark. She has also taught animal behavior to undergraduate students at the University of Michigan, and she designed and taught a seminar called Dog Cognition, Behavior and Welfare. She recently published a paper entitled: “Greeting Behavior between Dogs at a Dog Park” in the journal, Pet Behaviour Science. She also co-hosted a symposium on “Comparative Canine Behavior” at the 53rd Annual Conference of the Animal Behavior Society. The symposium was the first academic forum for canine behavior research in North America and included invited speakers from around the world to present their research on the behavior and cognition of both domestic dogs and wild canids.
Dr. Ward is on the Advisory Group of Dr. Marty Becker’s Fear Free Initiative, where the emphasis is on the emotional well-being of dogs during veterinary visits, grooming procedures, when working with trainers, and more. She also worked as an Animal Behaviorist for the ASPCA’s Anti-Cruelty Team, working with other professionals on the rehabilitation of dogs rescued from fighting, hoarding, puppy mills, and other forms of abuse.
WEBSITE LINK: https://m.iaabc.org/courses/course-register/

Online Meeting - Mondays - Shelter and Rescue Support Call - Hosted by Maddie's Fund
2021-05-10 08:00 - 09:00
MONDAYS: 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM PT
Register for 2021: https://bit.ly/2MwQkz4
You need only register once to attend each recurring meeting throughout the year.
WATCH REPLAYS: https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations
These calls are for all shelter personnel, paid and unpaid. If you want to connect with colleagues from the US and Canada about how they’re navigating sheltering in a post COVID world, grab a coffee and start your week out with 300 people who have the same questions, ideas and worries as you.
Have someone in mind who would make a great speaker for HASS? Submit this form: https://www.humananimalsupportservices.org/connections-form/
Meeting Link: https://bit.ly/2MwQkz4

Online Conference - 5/7/21 to 5/9/21 - The Lemonade Conference - IAABC and FDSA (fee applies)
2021-05-09 07:00 - 19:00, 2021-05-08 07:00 - 19:00, 2021-05-07 07:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
As dog trainers, it’s not about what we can’t do — it’s about what we can do! So when COVID-19 shut down IAABC and FDSA’s in-person training conferences in 2020, we took those lemons, squeezed them, added some water, sugar, and a splash of attitude and we made … lemonade!
Working together, IAABC and FDSA created The Lemonade Conference, a highly affordable online educational extravaganza of unprecedented size and scope — 40+ presenters with two simultaneous classrooms running for three days, 18 hours a day.
Now we’re back for the second year and we’ve stepped it up again! This year we have 50+ presenters and *THREE* rooms running simultaneously throughout the conference from 7 a.m. PT ’til 7 p.m. PT! If you’re not available to attend live, no problem! All conference attendees will have access to a free “library” of presentations from the conference included in their registration fee (conference must be purchased before registration ends; videos are then available for at least a year in your library). Watch the recordings from the comfort of your living room in the months following the conference — always at your leisure.
But what’s a conference without a chance to shop the vendors? A number of fantastic sponsors have stepped up to the plate to join us! You’ll have an opportunity to shop and watch a variety of dog-centric presentations about products and services that are highly applicable for hobbyists and pet professionals alike — make sure you take some time to see what they’re offering this year!
We welcome you to join us and our talented group of presenters, to make new friends around the world, and to shop with our dog-centric vendors. We have so much in common, and so much to learn from each other. We believe we’ll make some very tasty lemonade indeed!
What? An International Gathering of the Best in Dog Sports, Training, and Behavior
When? May 7-9, 2021
Where? Your Living Room!
Registration opens: Feb. 17, 2021
Brought to you by: IAABC & FDSA
Early Bird Rate: $179 USD
Standard Rate: $229 USD

WEBSITE LINK: https://thelemonadeconference.com/

Online Course - 5/7/21 - Animal Fire Training Evacuation and Rescue (AFTER) - Code 3 Associates (fee applies)
2021-05-07 07:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
This one day course will provide animal responders with the basic knowledge and safety skills needed to integrate with firefighters within the urban interface of Wildland Fire. It will also give seasoned firefighters insight for dealing with animal rescue during fire events.
This course was created for fire, rescue, and law enforcement personnel; animal control officers; livestock professionals and veterinary professionals; and anyone else who might be called upon to assist with .
Upon successful completion of this curriculum (cumulative average score of 80% or above) students will receive a certificate of completion and are eligible to apply for continuing education credits (CEUs) from Colorado State University. Veterinary professionals are eligible to apply for CEUs from Colorado State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
AFTER Instruction includes:

Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior with focus on the Interface
The Human Aspect of Fire Awareness
Scene Assessment for Animal Rescue Evacuation and Safety

Tuition, Registration & Payment
The tuition for AFTER is $150.
Training participants will be assessed a 25% fee on any cancellation made two weeks or less prior to class date, no refunds will be issued if the cancellation is made 0-5 days prior to the training. Exceptions may be made for extenuating circumstances and/or credits could be applied to future Code 3 training, please contact us regarding all cancellations.
This is a virtual class and refunds will not be provided for any internet or technology related issues. If issues arise the student may be provided with the option to attend another scheduled training session to complete any instruction missed due to connectivity issues.
As a result of pandemic related uncertainties, we are currently not accepting payment at the time of registration. We will invoice you before the start of class, and you may bring payment with you to class or submit payment upon receipt of an invoice.
Please email us, info@code3associates.org, with any questions.

Details on Virtual Class

The virtual AFTER class is taken via computer with the ability for students to interact with each other and the instructors.
Computer with webcam, microphone and reliable internet access are required for attendance.
100% attendance is required with participation options available through the student’s microphone and/or through type-written communications.
Class materials will be emailed in advance in pdf form – students are expected to download the pdf before the start of class.
Class will be held May 7, 2021 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm MOUNTAIN STANDARD TIME

WEBSITE LINK: https://code3associates.org/events/after-may-7-virtual/?

Online Event - 5/6/21 - Live from the Ranch - Ken Ramirez with Dr. Eduardo J. Fernandez - Enrichment Activities Across Species - Karen Pryor Academy
2021-05-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join Ken Ramirez, KPCT’s Chief Training Officer, for a free virtual event live from The Ranch on Thursday, May 6, at 12:00 pm (PT). Ken will be joined by Dr. Eduardo J. Fernandez who will showcase enrichment activities across species and share ways to measure success. Jiovany Alcaide, and Taylor Barconey will demo some of the skills they teach clients through new class concepts. The episode will include live training demos, audience Q & A, and so much more!
WEBSITE LINK: https://theranch.clickertraining.com/live/

Webinar - 5/6/21 - Stewardship: Breaking Free from the Ask-And-Repeat Model - The AAWA
2021-05-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Donors have poured their hearts into your missions to help improve the lives of animals—fundraisers can’t take that for granted. How can we better show appreciation to our supporters in a way that’s manageable and still brings in the revenue we need for programs? Learn how to break free from the ask-and-repeat model by:

– Building a stronger connection with supporters
– Using new tools and technology
– Targeting high-value donors through modeling

Presenters:

David Miller, Senior Vice President, RKD Group
Robin Rowland, Vice President, Donor Relations & Communications, Wayside Waifs
Sarah Dale, Humane Society of Tampa Bay

WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/rkd1

Webinar - 5/6/21 - Talk Digital to Me - Network for Good
2021-05-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual
In a virtual world where new digital platforms are popping up on the regular and online fundraising and marketing continues to evolve, how do you create online experiences that are both authentic and engaging? In this session, nonprofit marketing expert, Taylor Shanklin, will take you through a journey to re-envision your digital marketing framework. We will look at branding, content marketing and experience marketing and you’ll walk away with tips and tools on

How to say the right things in this digital world
What channels to say them on
How to measure the impact of your digital marketing
Examples and trends that are working for your peers today.

Taylor Shanklin
Firefly Partners
Taylor Shanklin is a speaker, podcast host, and a “Peer-to-Peer Boss Lady” in the nonprofit sector. With 13+ years’ experience in nonprofit marketing and technology, Taylor has built up a solid, trusted reputation as a thought leader in the nonprofit agency and technology sector. Having experience across a full spectrum of leadership and execution roles, Taylor has served clients, run marketing, led sales efforts, and led product strategy and marketing.

WEBSITE LINK: https://learn.networkforgood.com/20210406-webinar-talk-digital-to-me.html

Webinar - 5/4/21 - Hydration Fixation: Beyond the Water Bowl - VETGirl
2021-05-04 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual
In this complimentary, 1-hour VETgirl–Purina webinar, Dr. Jason Gagne, DACVN reviews the importance of hydration in our feline patients. But just how much do our cats need? Tune in to learn about water intake, loss, and relevant physiologic idiosyncrasies of these fascinating creatures! In this webinar, Dr. Gagne will discuss strategies for increasing water intake including a novel nutrient enriched water supplement that has been shown to lead to increased fluid intake, increased urine volume, and decreased urine specific gravity. Help keep your feline patients hydrated!
Thanks to sponsorship from Purina, this webinar is free to all!
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/may-4-2021-hydration-fixation-beyond-the-water-bowl/

CASCAR Zoom Call for California Shelters - 5/4/21 - The Impact of Noise in Shelters - CASCAR - UC Davis KSMP
2021-05-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Animal welfare researcher Bailey Eagan from the University of BC will present the measurement and impact of noise in the shelter environment and simple steps you can take to minimize sound.
After Bailey’s presentation, we’ll open the discussion to all shelters and hear what you’ve discovered this year about how noise levels and routines have affected your population, and more general volume-reducing ideas you’ve implemented to mitigate stress in your shelters.
CASCAR room link: https://sheltermedicine.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJQtdO-srDItyMz7xy-ZsncbcFa6s8kKZg

Webinar - 5/4/21 - Is it time to hit the brand refresh button? - Maddie's Fund
2021-05-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join Maddie’s Fund® for a free, one-hour webcast and take the lead on evaluating whether your current brand represents your work and culture. Attendees will learn how to analyze their organization’s brand, recognize their vision gap and make simple and possibly complex changes to evolve into a community-focused organization with stronger relationships and improved public perception. Downloadable materials will be provided to help facilitate your internal work.
Presenters: Mandy Evans and Melanie Sadek
WEBSITE LINK: https://university.maddiesfund.org/products/is-it-time-to-hit-the-brand-refresh-button#tab-product_tab_overview
