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SUMMARY:National Shelter Medicine Rounds - 9/22/20 - General Check-In Discussion - UW and UC Davis Shelter Medicine Programs
DESCRIPTION:From: National Shelter Medicine RoundsSent: Friday\, September 18\, 2020 10:37:56 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)To: National Shelter Medicine RoundsSubject: National Rounds next week and follow up from this week \n\n\n\n\n\nHello National Shelter Medicine Rounds attendees\, \nThis upcoming week for rounds on September 22nd we will be holding a general check-in discussion. If you have any questions or topics you’d like to discuss please feel free to email your request in advance or come prepared to bring up that topic during rounds. \nOn September 29th we will be having continued discussion and follow up from this week’s rounds topic on affordable housing shortages\, with HSUS PFL Amanda Arrington\, Gabbi Chapman and TX state director Lauren Loney joining us again. \nIf you missed rounds this week here is the recording: \nhttps://zoom.us/rec/share/MnuaKUiHGpxrahQAU_R9EiuwTOrJAZAzrr-9XOkre3d_4SY9JLBgoSFmmdLvH78q.T7bZFftn1u7Mknci \nThe references Amanda discussed sharing are below and the slide deck is attached. \n\nCDC Eviction Moratorium Declaration Form https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/declaration-form.pdf\nEviction Response Toolkit https://www.animalsheltering.org/eviction-toolkit  \nOne pager of the housing issue and how it relates to animal welfare https://www.animalsheltering.org/sites/default/files/2020-08/OnePager_0.pdf  \nSustainability Guide on how to fundraise for support service programs https://www.animalsheltering.org/pets-for-life/sustainability-guide\nVideo that explains why everyone should become an advocate for affordable housing  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxM5qrFFmmU&feature=youtu.be\nLiving wage discussion https://www.nytimes.com/2019/06/05/smarter-living/what-a-living-wage-actually-means.html\nState partner list for National Low Income Housing Coalition https://nlihc.org/state-partners\nState by state moratoriums https://www.rhls.org/evictionmoratoriums/\nEviction Lab  https://evictionlab.org/\nJust Shelter state search for housing advocacy organizations https://justshelter.org/community-resources/\nState by state what you have to make to afford rent https://www.businessinsider.com/salary-afford-rent-every-state-us-ranked-2018-7#51-renters-in-west-virginia-need-to-make-at-least-35520-to-pay-for-housing-1\nDiscussion on government sanctioned segregation https://www.npr.org/transcripts/526655831\nArticle on structural inequality resulting from segregation https://www.americanprogress.org/issues/race/reports/2019/08/07/472617/systemic-inequality-displacement-exclusion-segregation/\nThe role of police in gentrification and housing insecurity https://theappeal.org/the-role-of-police-igentrification-breonna-taylor/\n\nNational Shelter Medicine Rounds is held on the same Zoom link for every session: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/520278731 \nMeeting ID: 520 278 731 \nOne tap mobile \n+19292056099\,\,520278731# US (New York) \n+16699006833\,\,520278731# US (San Jose) \nRecordings and shared documents/links info: \n\nRecorded rounds can be found at this box link:  https://uwmadison.box.com/s/bdzl9zkkkcy5komx5cvkqc3nsmik9jc1 Some more formalized rounds will be recorded but many discussions will not be recorded in order better facilitate open and honest discussion. If you do not see a previous rounds on this document then it was not recorded.\nLinks/documents shared in the chat during rounds can be accessed at this box link: https://uwmadison.box.com/s/9aafkcezkivmnb569upycuvxjpbgftvx  We will be saving any documents and links that are shared in the chat in this folder called ‘Links shared in chat’\nYou should be able to access these box folders as a guest at any time without a sign in necessary.\n\nThank you\, \nStephanie Koester\, CVT \nAssistant Director\, Shelter Medicine Program \nUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine \nnationalsheltermedicinerounds@vetmed.wisc.edu \nRounds related documents\, recordings\, and details can be accessed here at any time. \n  \nNational Shelter Medicine Rounds is held on the same Zoom link for every session: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/520278731 \nMeeting ID: 520 278 731 \n  \nOne tap mobile \n+19292056099\,\,520278731# US (New York) \n+16699006833\,\,520278731# US (San Jose) \n  \nCOVID-19 Rounds general info: \nWe will be more regularly offering National Shelter Medicine Rounds short term to discuss COVID-19 and other current topics that impact shelter medicine on Tuesdays from 3-4pm CT (1pmPT/2pmMT/4pmET. You are welcome to email questions or topics you hope to be discussed during rounds in advance to nationalsheltermedicinerounds@vetmed.wisc.edu and you are always encouraged to come prepared to unmute to ask questions and participate in discussion at any point. I will be sending email reminders of upcoming rounds in advance. Note: Rounds is typically held the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month and will return to that format once the need for more regular discussion passes. Recordings will not be available during COVID-19 discussions but can be accessed from previous regular rounds and will again be available once we return to the usual format. \nThis group is made up of shelter veterinarians\, shelter vet trainees\, and upper level shelter leadership. If you know anyone that would like to be added to the national shelter medicine rounds email list to regularly receive scheduling updates moving forward\, please have them email a request to be added to the email group to nationalsheltermedicinerounds@vetmed.wisc.edu. \n  \nWeb Conference System Details: \nIf you have not used Zoom before I’d recommend you join at the zoom link in advance to give it a test run on your computer as you’ll likely need to do a quick download. For audio\, you can use either your computer if you have microphone capabilities or you can dial in from your phone. Here is a link to test your audio in advance if you would like to: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362283-Testing-computer-or-device-audio  In order to see the visuals that may be shared you must join either through your computer or download the app if joining from a mobile device.
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/national-shelter-medicine-rounds-9-22-20-general-check-in-discussion-uw-and-uc-davis-shelter-medicine-programs/2020-09-22/
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SUMMARY:Weekly Call - Monday Mornings - Connect With Other Animal Shelter Professionals - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION:Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic\, animal shelter workers\, volunteers and animal welfare leaders from across the country have been meeting every Monday morning at 7am PT/10am ET to discuss protocols\, ideas\, obstacles they’re facing and more.     \nNEW TIME as of 9/23/20 – 8 AM PT\, 11 AM ET. \nLed by Kristen Hassen-Auerbach\, Director of Pima Animal Care in Tucson\, AZ\, these calls have provided an opportunity for people to connect that otherwise may not have even met.    \n“The purpose of these calls is simple – maintain connection among shelter professionals\, provide support and comradery\, and share science-based news and information along with emerging best practices in animal welfare\,” Hassen-Auerbach says. “These calls are always lively and interesting and we’re not afraid to debate and share different perspectives from the attendees. You can take center stage and share your thoughts and ideas in front of several hundred of your colleagues or quietly drink your morning coffee and listen in.”  \nFor many\, these calls have been an invaluable resource. “When the subject of DEI (Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion) came to the front of all of our minds\, the calls adapted and we had a space to again learn from one another\,” said Emily Klehm from South Suburban Humane Society in Chicago Heights\, IL. “The calls have been my go-to source for grant information\, statistics and trends. I’ve also been able to identify and connect to colleagues working on the same issues in similar communities.”  \nDr. Ellen Jefferson\, Executive Director at Austin Pets Alive! adds\, “We hear from people in the industry who have important information related to COVID\, new programming and research.  This is information you can’t possibly get in your day to day work at your local shelter.”  \nIf you’re a shelter professional\, dedicated volunteer or run a rescue organization\, we want you to join us! Bookmark the link below and we will see you on Monday! \nNote: The calls are recorded so if you can’t make it\, you can listen in later. If you haven’t already\, join the Facebook group to access the link to recorded calls and to connect with others on there. \nMONDAYS:  8:00 AM to 9:00 AM PT – new time \nJoin Zoom Meeting (same link as before)https://us02web.zoom.us/j/607482466?pwd=dWgwUDhUeVMzb01FcHNkc3dsUGlGUT09\n\nNEW Passcode: 249477\n\nMeeting ID: 607 482 466\n\nOne tap mobile+16699006833\,\,607482466#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,249477# US (San Jose)+12532158782\,\,607482466#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,249477# US (Tacoma)Dial by your location    +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)    +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)    +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)    +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)    +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)    +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)Meeting ID: 607 482 466Passcode: 249477Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kfjtq4DTY\n\nMEETING LINK:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/607482466?pwd=dWgwUDhUeVMzb01FcHNkc3dsUGlGUT09
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/weekly-call-monday-mornings-connect-with-other-animal-shelter-professionals-maddies-fund-2020-08-31/2020-09-21/
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 10/2/20 - Stressed Out:  Dogs\, Hormones and Stress - Jessica Hekman\, DVM\, PhD - PPG (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Anxiety is a major problem for many pet dogs. What happens in your dog’s brain and body when something scares her? How long can you expect her stress response to last? \nIn this webinar\, Jessica Hekman\, DVM\, PhD\, will talk about the stress response in dogs. She will explain the original evolutionary purpose of the stress response; what the hormones involved in it (like cortisol) do in the body; the difference between acute and chronic stress and the different effects they have on dogs’ health; and what we know about how long it takes the body to clear those hormones. You will definitely learn some cool stuff about how the brain works and what that means for your stressed-out dog! \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDescribe how the stress response functions and what its purpose is.\nDescribe health effects (both positive and negative!) for acute versus chronic stress.\nExplain how the stress response affects the dog’s brain and their ability to think clearly and behave normally.\nDescribe how long it takes the stress response to clear from the body\, and list possible alternative explanations for dogs who display signs of stress longer than it takes for stress hormones to be cleared.\n\n\n\nAbout The Presenter\n \n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Jessica Hekman\, DVM\, PhD\n \n\nJessica is a veterinary researcher who is fascinated by dog behavior. After eleven years working as a computer programmer\, she decided to go back to school to research the causes of behavior problems in dogs. She received her veterinary degree in 2012 from the Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine in Massachusetts\, where she also received a Master’s degree for her work on stress behaviors in hospitalized dogs. After graduation\, she completed a year-long internship specializing in shelter medicine at the University of Florida Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program. She received her PhD in genetics at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign\, studying a group of foxes (often known as the “Siberian silver foxes”) which have been bred over many generations to be friendly to humans. She is currently working at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard as a postdoctoral associate\, studying the genetics of behavior in pet dogs through the Darwin’s Ark project and the Working Dogs Project. Her ultimate goal is to find genetic causes of fearfulness in dogs\, to work with behaviorally challenged shelter dogs\, and to help people better understand the science behind dog behavior. She also frequently teaches online classes and webinars about canine genetics and behavior. Jessica lives in Raymond\, NH with her husband and three dogs. You can follow her on Twitter @dogzombieblog or on Facebook at facebook.com/dogzombieblog. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-3702930
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-10-2-20-stressed-out-dogs-hormones-and-stress-jessica-hekman-dvm-phd-ppg-fee-applies/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200920T110000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 9/20/20 - Bottle-Baby Feeding and Care Basics Webinar - National Kitten Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Kitten Season may be quieting down where you live\, or it never ends! In this free webinar\, we want you to feel confident in caring for neonates\, including how to bottle-feed. We will discuss how to determine if a kitten is truly orphaned and needs to be bottle-fed\, how to set up a living environment\, basic husbandry\, isolation protocols and more! This session is for beginners. \n*The recording for this webinar will be available on NKC’s Archived Webinar page (https://kittencoalition.org/resources/archived-webinars/) within a few weeks after the webinar ends. \n*This kitten life-saving project was made possible in part through a generous Grant from The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1271721946587348752?source=9.20.20+Shelter+Med+Link
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-9-20-20-bottle-baby-feeding-and-care-basics-webinar-national-kitten-coalition/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Online Workshop - 9/20/20 - Inter-canine communication - Shelter Playgroup Alliance
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 20\, 2020 10:00 AM Pacific (4 hours)\n\n\nSPA Workshop Session 2 \nInter-canine communication \n​Description: This is the second of a four-part workshop series on the implementation of inter-dog playgroups in shelters. During this second session we will take a dive into inter-canine communication signals that serve as a foundation for the management of dog playgroup. \n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.shelterdogplay.org/workshop-dates-and-locations
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-workshop-9-20-20-inter-canine-communication-shelter-playgroup-alliance/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200920T083000
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SUMMARY:Online Conference - 9/19/20 and 9/20/20 -  Taking Action for Animals Online  - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:TAKING ACTION FOR ANIMALS ONLINE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 19-20\, 2020\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now for only $25!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBe part of historic progress toward a more humane world by attending Taking Action for Animals Online. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn to advocate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe leading national conference in the animal advocacy movement\, Taking Action for Animals (TAFA) brings together volunteers and advocates from across the country for a shared goal: to better the lives of animals and people alike. Due to Covid-19 restrictions\, TAFA 2020 will be a virtual event on September 19 and 20\, with content available on demand through the end of the year. \nWe’re making progress toward ending the worst abuses of animals in the world\, and the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) is leading the charge with the help of savvy and engaged individuals who support stronger protections for animals. The need to end animal cruelty has become part of the national conversation and has even made its way into the presidential debates. Be part of this extraordinary movement on behalf of all animals. Join us at Taking Action for Animals Online to gain the tools you need to protect animals in your own community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStphaneLemire/iStock.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOver the course of two days\, you will participate in on-line workshops with hundreds of like-minded animal advocates as keenly interested in protecting animals as you are. Take part in sessions where you will learn how to help end puppy mills\, fur farms\, factory farming and cosmetics testing on animals. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://web.cvent.com/event/c3b0e6bc-5b5a-4df0-9f95-f24b2d6272c0/summary?gclid=Cj0KCQjwqfz6BRD8ARIsAIXQCf1vOV3ArWqMMz19lLEKo9CFwfWvI5lPp1W3eRsclxmIPE1CnhxgUtMaAubtEALw_wcB
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-conference-9-19-20-and-9-20-20-taking-action-for-animals-online-hsus-fee-applies-2020-09-20/
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CATEGORIES:Online Conference
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SUMMARY:Online Workshop - 9/19/20 - SPA Workshop Session 1: Enrichment Program Development: How playgroups fit - Shelter Playgroup Alliance
DESCRIPTION:SPA Workshop Session 1: Enrichment Program Development: How playgroups fit\n\n\n\nDescription \n\nThis is the first of a four part workshop series on the implementation of inter-dog playgroups in shelters. During this first session we will review the components of a shelter enrichment program and discuss how inter-dog playgroups play a role. \nPlease note: This webinar will not be recorded \n\n\n\nTime – Sep 19\, 2020 10:00 AM in Pacific Time (US and Canada)\n\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.shelterdogplay.org/workshop-dates-and-locations
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-workshop-9-19-20-spa-workshop-session-1-enrichment-program-development-how-playgroups-fit-shelter-playgroup-alliance/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200919T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200919T150000
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SUMMARY:Online Conference - 9/19/20 and 9/20/20 -  Taking Action for Animals Online  - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:TAKING ACTION FOR ANIMALS ONLINE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 19-20\, 2020\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister now for only $25!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBe part of historic progress toward a more humane world by attending Taking Action for Animals Online. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn to advocate\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe leading national conference in the animal advocacy movement\, Taking Action for Animals (TAFA) brings together volunteers and advocates from across the country for a shared goal: to better the lives of animals and people alike. Due to Covid-19 restrictions\, TAFA 2020 will be a virtual event on September 19 and 20\, with content available on demand through the end of the year. \nWe’re making progress toward ending the worst abuses of animals in the world\, and the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) is leading the charge with the help of savvy and engaged individuals who support stronger protections for animals. The need to end animal cruelty has become part of the national conversation and has even made its way into the presidential debates. Be part of this extraordinary movement on behalf of all animals. Join us at Taking Action for Animals Online to gain the tools you need to protect animals in your own community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStphaneLemire/iStock.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOver the course of two days\, you will participate in on-line workshops with hundreds of like-minded animal advocates as keenly interested in protecting animals as you are. Take part in sessions where you will learn how to help end puppy mills\, fur farms\, factory farming and cosmetics testing on animals. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://web.cvent.com/event/c3b0e6bc-5b5a-4df0-9f95-f24b2d6272c0/summary?gclid=Cj0KCQjwqfz6BRD8ARIsAIXQCf1vOV3ArWqMMz19lLEKo9CFwfWvI5lPp1W3eRsclxmIPE1CnhxgUtMaAubtEALw_wcB
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CATEGORIES:Online Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200918T130000
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SUMMARY:Online Event - Wednesdays - Maddie's Instructor Summit - AmPa!
DESCRIPTION:The AmPA! weekly Maddie’s Instructor Summit offers shelters and rescues a chance to talk through the most current animal sheltering challenges! Topics will change each week. \nYou’ll join Dr. Ellen Jefferson and the instructors from Maddie’s Lifesaving Academy\, as well as other 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. \nClick this link to join at 3pm CT: https://bit.ly/3cjHM5I \nWEBSITE LINK:  Facebook Page With Info – Click Here
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-6-19-20-maddies-instructor-summit-ampa-2020-08-28-2020-09-30-2020-10-02/2020-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200918T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152029
CREATED:20200616T005734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T185849Z
UID:10000528-1600434000-1600437600@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Event - Fridays - Maddie's Instructor Summit - AmPa!
DESCRIPTION:The AmPA! weekly Maddie’s Instructor Summit offers shelters and rescues a chance to talk through the most current animal sheltering challenges! Topics will change each week. \nYou’ll join Dr. Ellen Jefferson and the instructors from Maddie’s Lifesaving Academy\, as well as other 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. \nClick this link to join at 3pm CT: https://bit.ly/3cjHM5I \nWEBSITE LINK:  Facebook Page With Info – Click Here
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-6-19-20-maddies-instructor-summit-ampa-2020-08-28/2020-09-18/
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200918T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200918T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152029
CREATED:20200720T221627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201209T164416Z
UID:10000397-1600416000-1600419600@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Meeting - Fridays - Animal Welfare Leadership Round Up - Hosted by Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION:These calls are for executive and leadership level staff. 150 to 200 shelter professionals\, national leaders and shelter veterinarians typically participate and we discuss everything from disaster and emergency relief planning\, to creating more diverse\, equitable and inclusive organizations\, to addressing the realities of budget reductions and the need to pivot to better serve people and animals. \nLink to join meeting (note this has changed!)\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/88202883764?pwd=SllHbERMOForNGRicENtZmlRVjZQdz09 \n\n\nNEW Passcode: 063339\n\n\nNEW Meeting ID: 882 0288 3764 \nNEW One tap mobile+16699006833\,\,88202883764#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,063339# US (San Jose)+12532158782\,\,88202883764#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,063339# US (Tacoma)NEW Dial by your location        +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)        +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)Meeting ID: 882 0288 3764 \nPasscode: 063339Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcmoj0x89 \n\nMEETING LINK:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88202883764?pwd=SllHbERMOForNGRicENtZmlRVjZQdz09
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-meeting-7-24-20-national-directors-friday-zoom-calls-hosted-by-maddies-fund/2020-09-18/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152029
CREATED:20200915T005249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200915T005249Z
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SUMMARY:Online Event - 9/17/20 - Ken Ramirez and Michael Shikashio Talk About Aggression in Dogs - Karen Pryor Academy
DESCRIPTION:LIVE FROM THE RANCH\nJoin Ken Ramirez\, KPCT’s Chief Training Officer\, for a free hour-long virtual event live from The Ranch on Thursday\, September 17 at 12:00 pm (PT). Ken will be joined by Michael Shikashio to talk about aggression in dogs\, from proper leash-handling to consulting\, and everything in between.\n\n\nKen Ramirez is the EVP and Chief Training Officer at Karen Pryor Clicker Training\, co-leading the company with Aaron Clayton. Ken oversees the vision for\, and development of\, training education programs. You will usually find Ken teaching at a ClickerExpo conference\, leading a course at the Karen Pryor National Training Center (The Ranch)\, or teaching one of the Karen Pryor Academy courses.A 40+ year veteran of animal care and training\, Ken is a biologist and behaviorist who has supervised the development care and training of more than 40\,000 species. He has worked with organizations across the globe to improve animal training\, program effectiveness\, and animal health and welfare. Ken’s diverse body of contributions includes designing and implementing conservation projects for elephant protection and spearheading projects to train everything from komodo dragons to butterflies. Ken’s extensive canine work includes working with trainers\, organizations\, and federal and state agencies on training procedures for topics including aggression\, search-and-rescue\, and scent detection. \nKen has written/edited two successful books\, taught at a major university\, hosted two successful seasons of the television series Talk to the Animals\, and was EVP of animal care and training at Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium. When he’s not doing cool stuff with animals and people\, you might find Ken at a NY theater or at any movie screening. \n\n\nMichael Shikashio\, CDBC\, is the past president of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC). He provides private consultations working exclusively with dog-aggression cases through his business AggressiveDog.com.Michael is fully certified through the IAABC and is a full member of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT). His expert opinion is often sought by numerous media outlets\, including the New York Times\, New York Post\, Baltimore Sun\, WebMD\, Women’s Health\, Real Simple\, SiriusXM Radio\, Chronicle of the Dog\, and Steve Dale’s Pet World. \nMichael is a featured speaker at conferences\, universities\, and seminars around the world. He offers a variety of workshops\, webinars\, and online courses on the topic of canine aggression\, including the popular Aggression in Dogs Master Course. \nLearn more about Michael and Aggressive.com on his website or Facebook page. \nCheck out the courses Michael is teaching at ClickerExpo LIVE here. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://theranch.clickertraining.com/live/#next
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-9-17-20-ken-ramirez-and-michael-shikashio-talk-about-aggression-in-dogs-karen-pryor-academy/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200917T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200917T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152029
CREATED:20200518T183235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200529T024018Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Seminar - Thursdays in June - Shelter Behavior with Kelley Bollen - CalAnimals (open to non-members also)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEach session is 90 minutes\, from 11am to 12:30pm Pacific Time every Thursday in June\, beginning June 4th. \nThe topics are: \n\n\nAdvice to Resolve Common Behavior Problems in Dogs and Cats to Prevent Surrender – June 4th \n\n\nIntake and Adoptions – A Behavior Perspective  – June 11th \n\n\nCanine Behavior Evaluations and Disposition Decision Making – June 18th \n\n\nBehavior Modification in the Shelter – June 25th \n\n\nTuition for entire series: \n$40 Staff & Volunteers of CalAnimals Member Organizations – Remember to sign into the Member Portal to receive member discount. \n$55 non-members \nComplete 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. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n6/4/2020 to 6/25/2020\n\n\nWhen:\nAll Thursdays in June\n11am-12:30pm\n\n\nWhere:\nVIRTUAL – 4 ZOOM WEBINARS\n\n\nPresenter:\nKelley Bollen\, MS\, CABC\n\n\nContact:\nKathy Anderson\nKathy@CalAnimals.org\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE:  https://calanimals.site-ym.com/event/KelleyBollenWorkshopJune
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/virtual-seminar-thursdays-in-june-shelter-behavior-with-kelley-bollen-calanimals-open-to-non-members-also/2020-09-17/
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200917T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200917T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152029
CREATED:20200722T183227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200722T183349Z
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SUMMARY:Online Conference - 9/16/20 to 9/17/20 - Best Friends Professional Development Symposium: Reaching New Heights in Contemporary Animal Services - Best Friends
DESCRIPTION:The Best Friends Professional Development Symposium: Reaching New Heights in Contemporary Animal Services is a new dynamic online symposium for animal services professionals and students devoted to lifesaving innovation and revolutionary change for pets and people. \nThe field of animal welfare is rapidly evolving as animal services organizations become resource centers\, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only accelerated that change. In this creative two-day online event\, you’ll learn more about the changes happening in the field and the latest in lifesaving from leading experts. \nThe symposium is part of a new initiative from Best Friends\, presented in partnership with Southern Utah University (SUU). The goal is to develop prestigious academic learning opportunities that will facilitate career paths and clarity in contemporary animal services. \nPresentation topics include: \n\nRedefining Animal Services\nField Services Moving Forward\nKeeping Pets with Families\nLifesaving as a Community Ethic\nLeadership for Lifesaving Change\nCompassionate Badassery\nFundraising During Economic Uncertainty\nWhat’s the Deal with Cats?\nFast-Tracking Pets Through the Shelter System\n\nSee the schedule. \nCost\nThe registration cost is $155 and includes access to all event presentations\, as well as bonus in-depth presentations after the event is over. You’ll also get a virtual goody bag that includes a free one-month trial to the Best Friends Vet Access app\, a 20% discount to the Best Friends online store and more. (Stay tuned for details.) \nRegister for the symposium \nEarn a continuing education credit (CEU) and academic credits\nYour successful participation in the symposium will result in one Southern Utah University continuing education credit (CEU) and one certificate of completion (80% minimum attendance at the live online event is required). \nPlus\, if you choose\, you can earn three professional development (PRODEV) credits that can be applied toward a bachelor’s degree or master of interdisciplinary studies (MIS)\, master of public administration (MPA) or master of business administration (MBA) at SUU. This option offers a significant cost savings to those with educational goals. \nTo earn your PRODEV credits\, you will need to pay an additional registration course cost of $273 and complete an application. Please note that this discounted tuition rate is available only through approved SUU Professional Development & Leadership partner programs. Best Friends Animal Society is an approved partner. An application and additional coursework will be required. Learn more here. \nAnd learn about more opportunities with Southern Utah University here. \nStay tuned for a complete lineup of speakers and presentations! \nSchedule\nSeptember 16\, 2020 (all times shown here and on website are MT – overall conference time on ShelterMedPortal calendar is Pacific Time) \n9:00 – 9:30 am: Welcome session\n9:30 – 10:15 am: Presentations\n10:15 – 10:30 am: Break\n10:30 – 11:45 am: Presentations\n11:45 am – 12:15 pm: Lunch break\n12:15 – 1:15 pm: Keynote presentation\n1:15 – 2:00 pm: Presentations\n2:00 – 2:30 pm: Wrap-up session \nSeptember 17\, 2020 \n9:00 – 10:00 am: General session\n10:00 – 10:15 am: Presentation\n10:15 – 10:30 am: Break\n10:30 – 11:45 am: Presentations\n11:45 am – 12:15 pm: Lunch break\n12:15 – 2:00 pm: Presentations\n2:00 – 2:30 pm: Closing session \nDetails subject to change. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://bestfriends.org/events/best-friends-symposium
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-conference-9-16-20-to-9-17-20-best-friends-professional-development-symposium-reaching-new-heights-in-contemporary-animal-services-best-friends/2020-09-17/
CATEGORIES:Online Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200916T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200916T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152029
CREATED:20200908T180900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T180900Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 9/16/20 - Hoarding:  A Human-Animal Bond Disorder - HSVMA/ASV
DESCRIPTION:HSVMA WEBINAR \nHOARDING: A HUMAN-ANIMAL BOND DISORDER\nPresented by Lena DeTar\, DVM\, DACVPM\, DABVP\nin partnership with the Association of Shelter Veterinarians\n8 pm ET/5 pm PT\, Wednesday\, September 16\, 2020\nThis webinar is approved for 1.5 hours of RACE CE credit for both veterinarians and veterinary technicians.\nRegistration is FREE for HSVMA and Association of Shelter Veterinarians (ASV) members.\nREGISTER HERE \nIf you are not yet a member\, you can JOIN NOW to participate in this webinar\, a free member benefit. \n \nDr. DeTar will explore this multifactorial issue\, looking at the role of shelters\, private practitioners\, animal control\, law enforcement\, social services and animal welfare organizations. This presentation will include a case study of a shelter in Hawaii that was involved in a hoarding situation. \nDuring this webinar Dr. DeTar will discuss: \n\nRecognition of potential hoarding situations\nWho to involve/intervene when suspicious\nWhat types of ailments to look for in animal victims\nUnderstanding which interventions may be successful\, which not\nUnderstanding challenges faced by shelters and how to help\n\n \nThis webinar is hosted in partnership with the Association of Shelter Veterinarians and is FREE for all HSVMA and ASV members. \nIf you are not a veterinary professional (veterinarian\, veterinary technician\, veterinary or veterinary technician student)\, we welcome your participation in the webinar for a one-time fee. Please call 530-759-8106 or email info@hsvma.org to complete the registration. \nREGISTER HERE \n  \nPRESENTER: LENA DETAR\, DVM\, DACVPM\, DABVP \n \nBefore she started working at Cornell University\, Dr. Lena DeTar completed a residency in Shelter Medicine at Oregon State University/Oregon Humane Society and a master’s degree in veterinary medicine/public health at UF. In 2016\, she qualified as a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine\, and in 2017 she completed board certification in Shelter Medicine through the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners. Dr. DeTar’s interests include infectious disease management and prevention\, population management and metrics\, elective and non-elective surgery\, the welfare impacts of shelter design\, and shelter medicine instruction. In her work with Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program at Cornell University\, she teaches clinical-year students and interns medicine and surgery at Tompkins County SPCA\, and lectures in the veterinary school classroom as well as conferences nationwide. During program consultations\, she advises shelter leadership\, veterinarians and staff in outbreak prevention\, housing and enrichment\, and shelter operations. She’s involved in research projects investigating infectious shelter disease\, shelter medicine teaching\, and HVHQ surgery. Dr. DeTar has worked in and volunteered for humane organizations across the US and internationally\, and appreciates the philosophical\, financial and physical challenges faced by shelters everywhere as they try to promote animal welfare\, public health and the human- animal bond.\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.hsvma.org/webinar_hoarding
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-9-16-20-hoarding-a-human-animal-bond-disorder-hsvma-asv/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152029
CREATED:20200616T005734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T185849Z
UID:10000527-1600261200-1600264800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Event - Fridays - Maddie's Instructor Summit - AmPa!
DESCRIPTION:The AmPA! weekly Maddie’s Instructor Summit offers shelters and rescues a chance to talk through the most current animal sheltering challenges! Topics will change each week. \nYou’ll join Dr. Ellen Jefferson and the instructors from Maddie’s Lifesaving Academy\, as well as other 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. \nClick this link to join at 3pm CT: https://bit.ly/3cjHM5I \nWEBSITE LINK:  Facebook Page With Info – Click Here
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-6-19-20-maddies-instructor-summit-ampa-2020-08-28/2020-09-16/
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200916T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200916T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152029
CREATED:20200908T192534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T192720Z
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SUMMARY:Online Conference - 9/16/20 - Build Better Relationships (With Donors) - Network for Good
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Conference: Build Better Relationships\n\n\nWednesday\, September 16th 11:30am-4:30pm ET\n\nJoin our upcoming webinar to learn how to take your donor relationships to the next level. We’ll tackle all the relationships that impact your nonprofit including technology\, social media\, communication\, marketing\, the board\, and more!\n\nWe’ll cover:\n\n\nHow to create a tech-life balance to foster better relationships\nHow to build relationships with key stakeholders\nHow to foster diversity\, equity and inclusion\nHow to develop a marketing strategy to create connection\n\nIf you’re unable to attend the entire conference\, register and we’ll send you the materials afterwards. \n\n\n\nSCHEDULE:\n11:30-12pm ET: What’s Next for Fundraising? \nKimberly O’Donnell\, Lead Fundraising Coach\, Network for GoodPeter Hart\, Product Manager\, Network for Good \n12-12:45pm ET: Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion \nTerri Broussard Williams\, Founder and President\, Movement Maker Collective\n \n1-1:45pm ET: Building Relationships with Key Stakeholders \nJennifer Basten\, Chief Development Officer\, Austin Opera \n2-2:45pm ET: Creating a Tech-Life Balance: Conquering Virtual Exhaustion \nBeth Kanter\, Master Trainer\, Speaker\, and Author \nMeico Marquette Whitlock\, Founder and CEO\, Mindful Techie \n3-3:45pm ET: Creating Connection with Communication Strategy \nBeth Brodovsky\, President\, Iris Creative \n4-4:30pm ET: Donor Engagements: Personal and Appropriate Communication \nKimberly O’Donnell\, Lead Fundraising Coach\, Network for GoodPeter Hart\, Product Manager\, Network for Good \n  \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://learn.networkforgood.com/20200916-virtual-conference-donor-relationships-goals.html
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-conference-9-16-20-build-better-relationships-with-donors-network-for-good/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200916T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200916T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152029
CREATED:20200722T183227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200722T183349Z
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SUMMARY:Online Conference - 9/16/20 to 9/17/20 - Best Friends Professional Development Symposium: Reaching New Heights in Contemporary Animal Services - Best Friends
DESCRIPTION:The Best Friends Professional Development Symposium: Reaching New Heights in Contemporary Animal Services is a new dynamic online symposium for animal services professionals and students devoted to lifesaving innovation and revolutionary change for pets and people. \nThe field of animal welfare is rapidly evolving as animal services organizations become resource centers\, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only accelerated that change. In this creative two-day online event\, you’ll learn more about the changes happening in the field and the latest in lifesaving from leading experts. \nThe symposium is part of a new initiative from Best Friends\, presented in partnership with Southern Utah University (SUU). The goal is to develop prestigious academic learning opportunities that will facilitate career paths and clarity in contemporary animal services. \nPresentation topics include: \n\nRedefining Animal Services\nField Services Moving Forward\nKeeping Pets with Families\nLifesaving as a Community Ethic\nLeadership for Lifesaving Change\nCompassionate Badassery\nFundraising During Economic Uncertainty\nWhat’s the Deal with Cats?\nFast-Tracking Pets Through the Shelter System\n\nSee the schedule. \nCost\nThe registration cost is $155 and includes access to all event presentations\, as well as bonus in-depth presentations after the event is over. You’ll also get a virtual goody bag that includes a free one-month trial to the Best Friends Vet Access app\, a 20% discount to the Best Friends online store and more. (Stay tuned for details.) \nRegister for the symposium \nEarn a continuing education credit (CEU) and academic credits\nYour successful participation in the symposium will result in one Southern Utah University continuing education credit (CEU) and one certificate of completion (80% minimum attendance at the live online event is required). \nPlus\, if you choose\, you can earn three professional development (PRODEV) credits that can be applied toward a bachelor’s degree or master of interdisciplinary studies (MIS)\, master of public administration (MPA) or master of business administration (MBA) at SUU. This option offers a significant cost savings to those with educational goals. \nTo earn your PRODEV credits\, you will need to pay an additional registration course cost of $273 and complete an application. Please note that this discounted tuition rate is available only through approved SUU Professional Development & Leadership partner programs. Best Friends Animal Society is an approved partner. An application and additional coursework will be required. Learn more here. \nAnd learn about more opportunities with Southern Utah University here. \nStay tuned for a complete lineup of speakers and presentations! \nSchedule\nSeptember 16\, 2020 (all times shown here and on website are MT – overall conference time on ShelterMedPortal calendar is Pacific Time) \n9:00 – 9:30 am: Welcome session\n9:30 – 10:15 am: Presentations\n10:15 – 10:30 am: Break\n10:30 – 11:45 am: Presentations\n11:45 am – 12:15 pm: Lunch break\n12:15 – 1:15 pm: Keynote presentation\n1:15 – 2:00 pm: Presentations\n2:00 – 2:30 pm: Wrap-up session \nSeptember 17\, 2020 \n9:00 – 10:00 am: General session\n10:00 – 10:15 am: Presentation\n10:15 – 10:30 am: Break\n10:30 – 11:45 am: Presentations\n11:45 am – 12:15 pm: Lunch break\n12:15 – 2:00 pm: Presentations\n2:00 – 2:30 pm: Closing session \nDetails subject to change. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://bestfriends.org/events/best-friends-symposium
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-conference-9-16-20-to-9-17-20-best-friends-professional-development-symposium-reaching-new-heights-in-contemporary-animal-services-best-friends/2020-09-16/
CATEGORIES:Online Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200915T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152029
CREATED:20200831T204524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200915T021126Z
UID:10000850-1600194600-1600200000@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course - Enrollment Opens 9/8/20\, Starts 9/15/20 - Cultural Competence and Diversity - VIN/VSPN (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:STAF184-0920: Cultural Competence and Diversity\nThe lectures for this course will be presented in an audio format using a webinar platform. \nEnroll Now \n\n\n\nPresenter: Heather Howell\, RVT\, LVT\, MBA\nCourse Open: September 8\, 2020- October 2\, 2020\nReal-Time Sessions (RTS): Tuesdays September 15 and 22\, 2020 9:30-11:00pm ET (USA)\nCourse RTS Times in Your Area: World Clock ConverterLevel and Prerequisites: This basic course will be open to veterinarians\, veterinary technicians/technologists\, support staff\, practice managers\, veterinary teams\, etc.\, actively interested in cultural competency\, diversity\, and inclusion.\nVSPN CE Course: “This program has been approved for 3 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize RACE approval.(22-42966)” This course has been VHMA approved ID20-40.Course Description:\nThis course on cultural competency and diversity is meant to examine these topics and create an understanding of the importance of cultural competency in the workplace. During a time when the topics of race\, equality and bias are in the news\, leaders and team members will benefit from a greater awareness of diversity and inclusion practices.\nWeek 1 (Real Time Session September 15): Culture and Cultural Competence\nObjectives: Upon completion of this session\, the participant should be able to: \n\nDefine culture and cultural competence.\nExamine your cultural self-awareness.\nUnderstand oppression\, privilege\, and the importance of cultural awareness.\nExamine leadership role in individual and organizational cultural competence.\n\nWeek 2 (Real Time Session September 22): Increasing Awareness and Understanding\nObjectives: Upon completion of this session\, the participant should be able to: \n\nDefine concepts and terminology related to marginalized groups increase awareness and understanding.\nUnderstand workplace policies and expectations regarding non-discrimination.\nUnderstand applicable laws and regulations.\nExplore attitudes and consider the experiences of others.\nUnderstand workplace professional communication.\n\nSuccessful completion (scoring 80% or better) on the end-of-course test is required to earn a certificate of completion for the course.\nTo learn more about the requirements for earning a CE certificate\, please refer to Receiving Your CE Credit and Course Completion Certificate.Course Materials: Course materials will be available in the course library prior to each Real Time Session. \n\nRequired Textbook: There is no required textbook for this course.About the Presenter:\nHeather Howell\, RVT\, LVT\, MBA is a credentialed veterinary technician in CA and NV. She received her BS in Animal Science at UC Davis and her MBA at the University of Nevada\, Reno. Since 1988\, she has worked in all capacities of the veterinary hospital including hospital administrator\, practice management consultant\, speaker\, adjunct professor\, and instructor. She is currently the Veterinary Services Manager of the largest single-site open admission shelter in the USA\, and consultant with Compliance and Training Consultants.\n\nTotal CE Credit: 3\n\nTuition: $63 ($57 early bird special if enrolled by August 25\, 2020)\n* Students currently enrolled in and taking at least 2 classes or 5 units at an AVMA accredited or CVMA approved Veterinary Technician Program may be eligible to receive a 50% discount off the regular rate for this course (upon verification of student status).\nPrices are listed in US dollars.*To ensure participants are ready and prepared for classes\, enrollment will close on September 15\, 2020 at 5 pm ET (USA) or when the maximum number of participants is reached.*For more information on how online CE works\, see the Participant Resource Center.\n\nTo Enroll: \n\nEnrollment qualifications: VIN CE courses are open to VIN member and non-member veterinarians. Veterinarians enrolling in a VSPN CE course must be a VIN member. Veterinary support staff must be a VSPN member to enroll in a VSPN CE or a VIN CE course open to VSPN member enrollment.\nEach enrollee must be able to receive emails from @vspn.org and @vin.com addresses. Email is our major form of communication with participants; personal emails are highly recommended rather than clinic/hospital email addresses.\nEach person is individually responsible for his/her own registration. To ensure that all information received is secure and correct\, please do not enroll for a course on behalf of another individual.\nFor further assistance call 800-846-0028 ext. 797 or email VSPNCE. Please include the course title\, your full name\, and contact information in your correspondence.\n\nEnroll Now“This program has been approved for 3 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize RACE approval.(22-42966)” This course has been VHMA approved ID20-40. \nCourse withdrawal and refund policy: A complete refund of the paid course price will be issued when your withdrawal request is received prior to the listed start date of the course. If you wish to withdraw after the start date please contact the VIN office 800-846-0028 ext. 797 to discuss eligibility for a pro-rated refund.*For more information on VSPN’s upcoming CE courses\, check the VSPN Course Catalog. \n\nLisa Kernaghan\, LVT\, RVT\, CVT\, VTS (ECC)\nVSPN CE CoordinatorVSPN CE Services: VSPNCE\n800-846-0028 or 530-756-4881; ext. 797\nor direct line to VIN/VSPN from the United Kingdom: 01 45 222 6154\nor direct line to VIN/VSPN from Australia: 02 6145 2357\n\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.vin.com/ce/STAF184-0920.htm
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-enrollment-opens-9-8-20-starts-9-15-20-cultural-competence-and-diversity-vin-vspn-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Online Event - 9/15/20 - Addressing Compassion Fatigue and Work-Life Balance - HSUS/Banfield
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will focus on organizational tools and strategies for incorporating a strong work-life balance culture and building an emotionally resilient organization. We’ll reflect on productive strategies implemented by organizations during crisis and how those can help lead us to a more supportive and sustainable culture. Questions answered live in Zoom chat. \nDates: Recorded video available September 7-15\, 2020   |   Live happy hour takes place on September 15\, 2020 at 6 p.m. EDT \nWebinar Host: Pedro Cerame \nModerator: Kim Van Syo \nPanelists: Hilary Hager & Lindsay Hamrick\, HSUS \nSponsor: Banfield Foundation \nRegister\nAbout the panelists\nHilary Anne Hager has spent the last twenty years managing volunteers in animal welfare environments and currently serves as the Senior Director of Volunteer Engagement at The Humane Society of the United States. Engaging volunteers in meaningful work to make the world a more humane place is Hilary’s passion and life’s work. She teaches compassion fatigue workshops around the country to help provide members of the animal protection community the support and resources to maintain their own well-being while working in a challenging and emotionally-charged environment. \nAs Policy Director for Companion Animals at The Humane Society of the United States\, Lindsay Hamrick works to support local\, state and federal policies protecting pets and supporting the people who love them. She holds a M.S. in Animals & Public Policy from Tufts Veterinary School and was previously the New Hampshire State Director for HSUS\, passing stronger animal cruelty laws at the state level. Prior to her role in advocacy\, she spent a decade as Chief Operating Officer\, overseeing operations at three of New Hampshire’s animal shelters. As a Certified Professional Dog Trainer\, Lindsay has deployed to assist victims of dogfighting and puppy mills and regularly volunteers at her local animal shelter. She is currently owned by three dogs\, one disgruntled cat\, three rescued cockfighting birds\, three laying hens and\, depending on the month\, about 10\,000 honeybees. \nEvent Date | September 15\, 2020 – 6 to 7 pm \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.animalsheltering.org/trainings/spaytogether-virtual-happy-hour-qa
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-9-15-20-spaytogether-virtual-happy-hour-qa-hsus-banfield/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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SUMMARY:Shelter Medicine Rounds - 9/15/20 - Housing Support and Eviction Response Programs - UW Shelter Medicine and UC Davis KSMP
DESCRIPTION:From: National Shelter Medicine Rounds\nSent: Tuesday\, September 15\, 2020 9:01:17 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)\nTo: UW Shelter-Medicine; Kris Otteman; Cynthia Dawn Delany; Amanda Arrington; Gabrielle Chapman\nSubject: National Shelter Medicine Rounds COVID-19\nWhen: Tuesday\, September 15\, 2020 1:00 PM-2:00 PM.\nWhere: https://zoom.us/j/520278731\n \n\n\n\n\n\nPlan: \nThis upcoming Tuesday September 15th from 3-4pm CST we will be joined by Pets for Life’s Amanda Arrington and Gabbi Chapman and HSUS TX State Director Lauren Loney to lead a discussion on the following: \nAffordable housing shortages already existed for renters in every state in the country before the pandemic. Now tens of millions of renters are estimated to be at risk of eviction in the coming months due to exacerbated economic challenges from COVID 19.  To keep pets in their homes\, we have to keep people in their homes. Join us to talk through housing support and eviction response programs and advocacy on this important issue. \nNational Shelter Medicine Rounds is held on Zoom: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/520278731 \nMeeting ID: 520 278 731 \nOne tap mobile \n+19292056099\,\,520278731# US (New York) \n+16699006833\,\,520278731# US (San Jose) \nCOVID-19 Rounds info: \nWe will be more regularly offering National Shelter Medicine Rounds short term to discuss COVID-19 impacts on shelter medicine on Tuesdays from 3-4pm CT (1pmPT/2pmMT/4pmET)  and Thursdays from 2-3pm CT (12pmPT/1pmMT/3pmET). You are welcome to email questions or topics you hope to be discussed during rounds in advance to nationalsheltermedicinerounds@vetmed.wisc.edu and you are always encouraged to come prepared to unmute to ask questions and participate in discussion at any point. I will be sending email reminders of upcoming rounds in advance as well as sharing recordings after the fact. \nThis group is made up of shelter veterinarians\, shelter vet trainees\, and upper level shelter leadership. If you know anyone that would like to be added to the national shelter medicine rounds email list to regularly receive scheduling updates and recordings moving forward\, please have them email a request to be added to the email group to nationalsheltermedicinerounds@vetmed.wisc.edu. \n  Information shared during rounds\, links to view rounds recordings and more information on National Shelter Medicine Rounds can be accessed in this public box folder: https://uwmadison.box.com/s/lh21g6odt0ab569qbdm2r2b0h4glg8gk \nNational Shelter Medicine Rounds generally take place every 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month from 3:00-4:00pm CST with some cancellations for holidays and special events. \n\nWeb Conference System Details: \nIf you have not used Zoom before I’d recommend you join at the zoom link in advance to give it a test run on your computer as you’ll likely need to do a quick download. For audio\, you can use either your computer if you have microphone capabilities or you can dial in from your phone. Here is a link to test your audio in advance if you would like to: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362283-Testing-computer-or-device-audio  In order to see the visuals that may be shared you must join either through your computer or download the app if joining from a mobile device.
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/shelter-medicine-rounds-9-15-20-housing-support-and-eviction-response-programs-uw-shelter-medicine-and-uc-davis-ksmp/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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SUMMARY:Zoom Call - CASCAR Members - 9/15/20 - Shelter PALS Shelter Law Webinar Series - Shelter Intake Legal Aspects - Koret Shelter Medicine Program and Shelter PALS/SFSPCA
DESCRIPTION:Hello CASCAR friends! \nWanted to share what’s around the bend for this Tuesday’s call – for 9/15/20 at 10 AM Pacific: \nSan Francisco SPCA’s Shelter PALS Shelter Law Webinar Series- Shelter Intake\nWhat does the law say\, anyway?\nJoin us this Tuesday\, September 15\, as the San Francisco SPCA’s Shelter PALS attorneys discuss intake in California animal shelters. Gain a better understanding of California’s legal framework and your shelter’s legal obligations for animal intake in the state. This knowledge will in turn help shelter leaders more confidently communicate to diverse constituents about their shelter operations and explore creative ways to optimize lifesaving in their own communities\, in times of both crisis and calm. \nREGISTRATION LINK:  https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJQtdO-srDItyMz7xy-ZsncbcFa6s8kKZg
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/zoom-call-cascar-members-9-15-20-shelter-pals-shelter-law-webinar-series-shelter-intake-legal-aspects-koret-shelter-medicine-program-and-shelter-pals-sfspca/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 9/15/20 - Virtual:  Introduction to Proposal Writing - Candid Learning
DESCRIPTION:Virtual: Introduction to Proposal Writing\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTraining details\nTuesday\, September 15\, 2020 \n11:00 am – 12:30 pm ET \nThe Ferguson Library\nVirtual training\nStamford\, CT 06904 \nattach_moneyFree \nView more dates\, formats\, locations \nYou must be logged in to enroll for this training. \nLogin to Enroll \n\n\n\n\nAbout\n\nAre you new to proposal writing or want a quick refresher? If so\, you don’t want to miss one of our most popular classes! \nThis class will provide you with an overview of how to write a standard project proposal to a foundation. It will include: \n\nThe basic elements of a proposal\nThe “do’s” and “don’ts” of writing and submitting a proposal\nHow to follow up whether the answer is yes or no\n30-minute hands-on exercise to develop a proposal outline (in-person classes only)\n\nPlease Note: \n\nA version of this course is also offered in Spanish.\nFor more on proposal budgets\, see our free class\, Introduction to Project Budgets.\n\nLooking for sample proposals?\nOur Sample Documents gallery has samples of actual winning proposals recommended by grantmakers. \nSelf-paced Learning qualifies for 1.5 CFRE credits and Live Webinar versions qualify for 1 CFRE credit. \n\n\n\nOutcomes\n\nUnderstand how to write a standard project proposal to a foundation.\nKnow how and when to follow up with funders after submitting a proposal.\n\n\n\nIntended audience\n\nAll levels of experience\nGrant writers\n\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://learning.candid.org/training/2020-09-15-virtual-introduction-to-proposal-writing/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-9-15-20-virtual-introduction-to-proposal-writing-candid-learning/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 9/14/20 - Mental Health in Veterinary Medicine: Are we in dire straits? - VetGirl
DESCRIPTION:Overwhelmed by COVID-19 curbside? Or from homeschooling? Or from living with your partner 24/7? \nWe’re all really “spent” right now\, so we’re honored to offer a complimentary\, 1-hour webinar by VETgirl’s Chief Happiness Officer Jeannine Moga\, MA\, MSW\, LCSW. Join us as she evaluates the evidence on mental health and wellbeing across the helping professions\, with a focus on what makes veterinary practices unique. She’ll also explore the risk and protective factors that contribute to veterinary practitioners’ capacity to adapt and grow in the face of chronic stress. Lastly\, she’ll cover concrete steps to follow when we – or our colleagues – are overwhelmed and need support/resources. \nIf you don’t have time or the mental energy for this one\, then this is the one you need to view. \nNot 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\, and listen to our podcasts when you have time. \nAll 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! \n*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. \nRACE-CE provider name: VETgirl\, LLC\nRACE Provider number: 785\nRACE Program number: 35705 \nThis program has been 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. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/september-14-2020-mental-health-in-veterinary-medicine-are-we-in-dire-straits/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-9-14-20-mental-health-in-veterinary-medicine-are-we-in-dire-straits-vetgirl/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200914T080000
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SUMMARY:Weekly Call - Monday Mornings - Connect With Other Animal Shelter Professionals - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION:Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic\, animal shelter workers\, volunteers and animal welfare leaders from across the country have been meeting every Monday morning at 7am PT/10am ET to discuss protocols\, ideas\, obstacles they’re facing and more.     \nNEW TIME as of 9/23/20 – 8 AM PT\, 11 AM ET. \nLed by Kristen Hassen-Auerbach\, Director of Pima Animal Care in Tucson\, AZ\, these calls have provided an opportunity for people to connect that otherwise may not have even met.    \n“The purpose of these calls is simple – maintain connection among shelter professionals\, provide support and comradery\, and share science-based news and information along with emerging best practices in animal welfare\,” Hassen-Auerbach says. “These calls are always lively and interesting and we’re not afraid to debate and share different perspectives from the attendees. You can take center stage and share your thoughts and ideas in front of several hundred of your colleagues or quietly drink your morning coffee and listen in.”  \nFor many\, these calls have been an invaluable resource. “When the subject of DEI (Diversity\, Equity and Inclusion) came to the front of all of our minds\, the calls adapted and we had a space to again learn from one another\,” said Emily Klehm from South Suburban Humane Society in Chicago Heights\, IL. “The calls have been my go-to source for grant information\, statistics and trends. I’ve also been able to identify and connect to colleagues working on the same issues in similar communities.”  \nDr. Ellen Jefferson\, Executive Director at Austin Pets Alive! adds\, “We hear from people in the industry who have important information related to COVID\, new programming and research.  This is information you can’t possibly get in your day to day work at your local shelter.”  \nIf you’re a shelter professional\, dedicated volunteer or run a rescue organization\, we want you to join us! Bookmark the link below and we will see you on Monday! \nNote: The calls are recorded so if you can’t make it\, you can listen in later. If you haven’t already\, join the Facebook group to access the link to recorded calls and to connect with others on there. \nMONDAYS:  8:00 AM to 9:00 AM PT – new time \nJoin Zoom Meeting (same link as before)https://us02web.zoom.us/j/607482466?pwd=dWgwUDhUeVMzb01FcHNkc3dsUGlGUT09\n\nNEW Passcode: 249477\n\nMeeting ID: 607 482 466\n\nOne tap mobile+16699006833\,\,607482466#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,249477# US (San Jose)+12532158782\,\,607482466#\,\,\,\,\,\,0#\,\,249477# US (Tacoma)Dial by your location    +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)    +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)    +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)    +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)    +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)    +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)Meeting ID: 607 482 466Passcode: 249477Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kfjtq4DTY\n\nMEETING LINK:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/607482466?pwd=dWgwUDhUeVMzb01FcHNkc3dsUGlGUT09
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/weekly-call-monday-mornings-connect-with-other-animal-shelter-professionals-maddies-fund-2020-08-31/2020-09-14/
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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SUMMARY:Online Certificate Program - Starting 9/14/20 - Animal Shelter Management Certificate Program - Humane Network/UOP (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:University of the Pacific Animal Shelter Management\nCertificate Program\n\n\nThis award-winning online certificate program provides practical information and valuable networking for current sheltering professionals\, those looking to advance their career\, or move into the field of animal sheltering. \n​The program’s courses include leadership\, shelter operations\, community program development\, animal health/clinic operations\, and marketing/development.  \n\n\nNext session starting Sept. 14 – Leadership Training\n\n\n\n\nProgram Content\nThe five courses are: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeadership covering strategic planning\, analyzing operations\, decision-making\, managing people and processes to achieve results\, organizational responsibilities\, and working with a board of directors.\nShelter Operations covering adoptions\, animal care\, and sheltering fundamentals\, animal behavior and enrichment\, and customer service.\nCommunity Program Development covering volunteers\, foster care\, spay/neuter\, pet retention\, events\, and community relations.\nAnimal Health and Clinic Operations covering understanding shelter medicine\, basic animal health considerations and care\, euthanasia decisions\, and clinic operations.\nMarketing and Development covering development fundamentals\, fundraising strategies\, marketing fundamentals\, adoption promotion\, social media and websites\, and media relations.\n\nEach of these courses includes live video conference sessions with top experts in the field providing students valuable contacts within the field. Additionally\, alumni have access to exclusive networking opportunities and receive notification of employment opportunities. \n\n\nWho will benefit from the program?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProfessionals seeking a career change to something more personally fulfilling.\nNew shelter directors.\nShelter directors or managers wishing to improve their organization’s live release rate and sustainability.\nPeople working in the animal welfare field who wish to advance into management roles.\nBoard members of animal shelters.\n\n\n\nCredit for program/courses\nUpon completion of all five courses\, you will receive a Certificate in Animal Shelter Management from the University of the Pacific. \nEach course earns: \n\nContinuing Education Units (CEUs) from the University of the Pacific\nAssociation of Animal Welfare Advancement CAWA Continuing Education (CE) credits\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule and Registration\n\n\n\nEach of the five online courses are six weeks long and are offered sequentially. The entire program is approximately seven months long and a new round starts again after a short break. More information on start dates of each course and how to register can be found on the University of the Pacific website.\n\n\n1. Leadership Training \n\nStrategic Planning for Impact\nAnalyzing Operations and Decision Making\nManaging People & Processes to Achieve Results\nOrganizational Responsibilities\, Structure\, and Board of Directors\n\nDate: 9/14/20 – 10/25/20\nInstructor: Bonney Brown\nCourse Code: UNSM 005 51 (6 CEUs) \n\n2. Shelter Operations \n\nAdoptions\nAnimal Care Fundamentals\nEnrichment\nAnimal Behavior\nCustomer Service\n\nDate: 10/26/20 – 12/6/20\nInstructor: Denise Stevens\nCourse Code: UNSM 010 51 (6 CEUs) \n\n3. Community Program Development \n\nCommunity Relations\nVolunteers\nFoster Care\nSpay/Neuter\nHelp Desk\nEvents\n\nDate: 12/7/20 – 1/24/21\nInstructor: Diane Blankenburg\nCourse Code: UNSM 015 51 (6 CEUs) \n\n4. Animal Health and Clinic Operations \n\nUnderstanding Shelter Medicine\nBasic Animals Health Considerations and Care\nEuthanasia Decisions\nClinic Operations\n\nDate:  1/25/21 – 3/7/21\nInstructor: Bonney Brown\nCourse Code: UNSM 020 51 (6 CEUs) \n\n5. Marketing and Development \n\nDevelopment Fundamentals\nFundraising Strategies\nMarketing Fundamentals\nAdoption Promotion\nSocial Media and Websites\nMedia Relations\n\nDate: 3/8/21 – 4/18/21\nInstructor: Diane Blankenburg\nCourse Code: UNSM 025 51 (6 CEUs) \n\nIndividual courses (6 CEUs):  $299\nCertificate/all courses (30 CEUs): $1\,395\, special bundle pricing if you register for ALL courses up front ($100 discount)\n**This certificate program is not eligible for financial aid.** \n\n\n\n\nHUMANE NETWORK WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.humanenetwork.org/shelter-management-certificate\n\nUOP WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.pacific.edu/academics/schools-and-colleges/benerd-college/professional-development/certificate-programs/animal-shelter-management-certificate.html
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-certificate-program-starting-9-14-20-animal-shelter-management-certificate-program-humane-network-uop-fee-applies/2020-09-14/
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CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Online Workshop - 9/12/20 and 9/13/20 - The Power of Choice And How It Can Decrease Stress in Dogs - Loose Leash Academy (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Do you work with dogs who have big behavior issues and are stressed to the max?\nDo you want to learn more about how giving dogs choices can help decrease their stress and improve behavior?\nDo you want to add more to your toolbox for assessing and modifying behavior in stressed dogs?\n\nREGISTER HERE \nTrailer Video: \n \n\n\nJoin Irith Bloom (CPDT-KSA\, CBCC-KA\, CDBC\, CSAT\, KPA CTP\, VSPDT\, CBATI\, TAGteacher\, VSDTA Faculty\, DWA Faculty) and Kristina Spaulding (PhD\, CAAB) for two days of interactive learning with working spots for 6 dogs. Irith and Kristina will present on the power of giving dogs choices and how it can decrease dogs’ stress and modify their behavior in a positive way. This workshop will help you hone your assessment and training/behavior plan development skills so you can work more successfully with dogs who are stressed out and have behavior issues. In addition\, as a token of our appreciation\, each participant will receive a small enrichment kit. Of note\, they will only be mailed to addresses in the continental US. For registrations placed after August 31\, 2020\, the enrichment kit will arrive after the seminar. \n This workshop is open to trainers\, behavior consultants\, veterinarians\, shelter staff\, and anyone else interested in learning more about the power of choice and how it can help decrease stress and improve behavior. \nWHEN: \nSeptember 12th and 13th\, 2020 \nWHERE:\nONLINE – Via Live Stream \nTIMES:\n9 am to 5 pm US Eastern Time \nCEU’S:\nCEU’s:  CCPDT: CBCC: 16; CPDT-KA/KSA Knowledge: 16.00; NOTE: CBCC hours count toward CPDT- KA/KSA Knowledge requirements. \nIAABC: 14 CEU’s \nRACE: 16 CE \nTUITION: \n\n\nEarly Bird Discounts until July 12\, 2020 \n\n\nIndividual – $250 \n\n\nGroup Rate for 4 or more registering and paying at the same time – $225 \n\n\nWorking Spot – $275 (There are 6 total working spots.) Contact Joann@thelooseleashacademy.com to see if your dog is a good fit for a working spot. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration after July 12\, 2020 \n\n\nIndividual – $275 \n\n\nGroup Rate for 4 or more registering and paying at the same time – $250 \n\n\nWorking Spot – $299 (There are 6 total working spots.) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this workshop the following topics will be covered: \nWhat is stress? \n            Definitions and function \n            Physiology of stress \nWhy is chronic stress bad? \n            Effects on health\, learning/memory\, and behavior \nResearch on stress \nHow can we reduce stress? \nStress during development \nControl (or the lack thereof) \n            Adding choice to daily life \nImproving coping mechanisms \nEnrichment \nCooperation from the animal learner \n            Training \n            Petting \n            Husbandry \n            Walks \n            “Room of one’s own” \nWhy don’t we already do this? \n            Human need for control \n            Lack of understanding/cultural fog \n            Delayed reinforcement (for human) \nTeaching animals to make better (by human standards) choices \n            The matching law and why it matters \n            Foundation skills for a choice-rich life \n            Setting up the environment for success \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHE SCHEDULE – SUBJECT TO CHANGE\nDAY ONE \n Lecture: What is stress? \n            Definitions and function \n            Physiology of stress \n Activity: How do you and your dog react to stress? \n MORNING BREAK \n Lecture: Why is chronic stress bad? \n            Effects on health\, learning/memory\, and behavior \nResearch on stress \n Activity: Evaluate your dog’s chronic stress load \nLUNCH BREAK \n Lecture: How can we reduce stress? \nStress during development \nControl (or the lack thereof) \nControl as a mediator of stress \n Activity: Giving your dog more control \n BREAK \n Lecture: Adding choice to daily life \nImproving coping mechanisms \nEnrichment \nActivity: Evaluating enrichment options \n END OF DAY \nDAY TWO: \n Lecture: Cooperation from the animal learner \n            Training \n            Petting \n            Husbandry \n            Walks \n“Room of one’s own” \n Activity: Choose what you want to \n BREAK \n Lecture: Why don’t we already give animals more choices? \n            Human need for control \n            Lack of understanding/cultural fog \n            Delayed reinforcement (for human) \n Activity: Evaluate your own need for control \n LUNCH BREAK \n Lecture: Teaching animals to make better (by human standards) choices \n            The matching law and why it matters \n            Research on sub-optimal choice making \n            Cognitive bias in non-human animals \n Activity: Matching law activity \nBREAK \nLecture: Foundation skills for a choice-rich life \n            Setting up the environment for success \n Activity: Foundation skill related activity \n NOTE: There are only 6 working spots available\, so make sure to secure your spot early!  \n Contact Joann@thelooseleashacademy.com to see if your dog is a good fit for a working spot.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Bios\nIRITH BLOOM\, CPDT-KSA\, CBCC-KA\, CDBC\, CSAT\, KPA CTP\, VSPDT\, CBATI\, VSDTA FACULTY\, DWA FACULTY\nIrith Bloom is the owner of The Sophisticated Dog\, a pet training company based in Los Angeles. She has been training animals since the 1980s and has worked with everything from chickens and rabbits to dogs and horses—not to mention humans. A biologist by training\, Irith is fascinated by the science of learning and presents at conferences and seminars worldwide. Her writing has been published both online and in print. She is on the board of the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) and Chair Emeritus of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT). \nIn addition to her Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge & Skills Assessed (CPDT-KSA) and Certified Behavior Consultant Canine-Knowledge Assessed (CBCC-KA) certifications\, Irith is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC); a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT); a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP); a Victoria Stilwell Positively Dog Trainer (VSPDT); a Certified Behavior Adjustment Training Instructor (CBATI); and certified in TAGteach\, a positive-reinforcement method for teaching humans. She is on the faculty at Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Training and Behavior as well as DogBiz’s Dog Walking Academy. \nIrith has a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from the University of Pennsylvania. Her company\, The Sophisticated Dog\, LLC\, offers online virtual training to clients worldwide\, as well as in-person training in a limited area of Los Angeles\, California.  Irith volunteers with National English Shepherd Rescue; the Los Angeles County 2020 Healthy Pets Healthy Families Coalition (a One Health initiative aimed at improving the health and well-being of people and their pets throughout Los Angeles County); and Wallis Annenberg PetSpace \n   \nKRISTINA SPAULDING\, PHD\, CAAB\nDr. Kristina Spaulding owns Smart Dog Training and Behavior LLC. She has a PhD in biopsychology – the study of the biological basis of behavior – and is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist through the Animal Behavior Society.  Kristina has been in the dog training and behavior profession for 20 years. \n In addition to working with behavior clients\, Dr. Spaulding teaches a variety of online courses and webinars on the science of behavior.  She conducts staff training on dog behavior for local veterinary clinics and animal shelters\, and regularly presents on the science of animal behavior at training and behavior conferences. \nIn addition\, Dr. Spaulding is a member of the APDT Education Committee.  As a member of this group\, she helps the APDT develop and evaluate their educational resources.  In 2019\, Dr. Spaulding received the Association of Professional Dog Trainer’s (APDT’s) Member of the Year Award.  She is also a member of the Fear Free Advisory Group and an authorized Speaker for Fear Free which advocates for minimizing fear\, anxiety and stress for pets around the country.  She chairs the Quality of Care task force for Meeting of the Minds\, a coalition of top dog professionals across the country charged with improving quality of life for our dogs. \n Before opening Smart Dog\, Dr. Spaulding earned her B.S. in Wildlife Ecology at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. In college\, she volunteered for a year at the local humane society. She was then hired by the same shelter. During her time at the animal shelter\, she and a coworker established a training program for shelter dogs and their volunteer walkers to make the dogs more adoptable. She also served as an assistant trainer at Dog’s Best Friend\, which was owned at that time by Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist Dr. Patricia McConnell. In 2000\, Dr. Spaulding moved to Minnesota where she worked as a dog trainer at a local dog training school before moving to her permanent home in upstate New York. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://thelooseleashacademy.com/seminars-list/power-of-choice
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LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200912T110000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 9/12/20 - Colony Caretaking Tips and Tricks presented by Neighborhood Cats - Community Cats Podcast
DESCRIPTION:Ants getting into the cats’ bowls or slugs making mealtime a slimy mess? Raccoons invading your colony? Got fleas? How do you keep the water from freezing in the middle of winter? Or calm the irate neighbor whose flower bed has been turned into a litter box? Find out how to deal with these and many more colony caretaking challenges from Neighborhood Cats with their 20 years of experience dealing with all things community cat. Come and share your battle-worn secrets too! \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4219922736726642444?mc_cid=dc8e774293&mc_eid=246765eb8f
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-9-12-20-colony-caretaking-tips-and-tricks-presented-by-neighborhood-cats-community-cats-podcast/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200912T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200912T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152029
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SUMMARY:Online Workshop - 9/12/20 and 9/13/20 - The Power of Choice And How It Can Decrease Stress in Dogs - Loose Leash Academy (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Do you work with dogs who have big behavior issues and are stressed to the max?\nDo you want to learn more about how giving dogs choices can help decrease their stress and improve behavior?\nDo you want to add more to your toolbox for assessing and modifying behavior in stressed dogs?\n\nREGISTER HERE \nTrailer Video: \n \n\n\nJoin Irith Bloom (CPDT-KSA\, CBCC-KA\, CDBC\, CSAT\, KPA CTP\, VSPDT\, CBATI\, TAGteacher\, VSDTA Faculty\, DWA Faculty) and Kristina Spaulding (PhD\, CAAB) for two days of interactive learning with working spots for 6 dogs. Irith and Kristina will present on the power of giving dogs choices and how it can decrease dogs’ stress and modify their behavior in a positive way. This workshop will help you hone your assessment and training/behavior plan development skills so you can work more successfully with dogs who are stressed out and have behavior issues. In addition\, as a token of our appreciation\, each participant will receive a small enrichment kit. Of note\, they will only be mailed to addresses in the continental US. For registrations placed after August 31\, 2020\, the enrichment kit will arrive after the seminar. \n This workshop is open to trainers\, behavior consultants\, veterinarians\, shelter staff\, and anyone else interested in learning more about the power of choice and how it can help decrease stress and improve behavior. \nWHEN: \nSeptember 12th and 13th\, 2020 \nWHERE:\nONLINE – Via Live Stream \nTIMES:\n9 am to 5 pm US Eastern Time \nCEU’S:\nCEU’s:  CCPDT: CBCC: 16; CPDT-KA/KSA Knowledge: 16.00; NOTE: CBCC hours count toward CPDT- KA/KSA Knowledge requirements. \nIAABC: 14 CEU’s \nRACE: 16 CE \nTUITION: \n\n\nEarly Bird Discounts until July 12\, 2020 \n\n\nIndividual – $250 \n\n\nGroup Rate for 4 or more registering and paying at the same time – $225 \n\n\nWorking Spot – $275 (There are 6 total working spots.) Contact Joann@thelooseleashacademy.com to see if your dog is a good fit for a working spot. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration after July 12\, 2020 \n\n\nIndividual – $275 \n\n\nGroup Rate for 4 or more registering and paying at the same time – $250 \n\n\nWorking Spot – $299 (There are 6 total working spots.) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this workshop the following topics will be covered: \nWhat is stress? \n            Definitions and function \n            Physiology of stress \nWhy is chronic stress bad? \n            Effects on health\, learning/memory\, and behavior \nResearch on stress \nHow can we reduce stress? \nStress during development \nControl (or the lack thereof) \n            Adding choice to daily life \nImproving coping mechanisms \nEnrichment \nCooperation from the animal learner \n            Training \n            Petting \n            Husbandry \n            Walks \n            “Room of one’s own” \nWhy don’t we already do this? \n            Human need for control \n            Lack of understanding/cultural fog \n            Delayed reinforcement (for human) \nTeaching animals to make better (by human standards) choices \n            The matching law and why it matters \n            Foundation skills for a choice-rich life \n            Setting up the environment for success \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTHE SCHEDULE – SUBJECT TO CHANGE\nDAY ONE \n Lecture: What is stress? \n            Definitions and function \n            Physiology of stress \n Activity: How do you and your dog react to stress? \n MORNING BREAK \n Lecture: Why is chronic stress bad? \n            Effects on health\, learning/memory\, and behavior \nResearch on stress \n Activity: Evaluate your dog’s chronic stress load \nLUNCH BREAK \n Lecture: How can we reduce stress? \nStress during development \nControl (or the lack thereof) \nControl as a mediator of stress \n Activity: Giving your dog more control \n BREAK \n Lecture: Adding choice to daily life \nImproving coping mechanisms \nEnrichment \nActivity: Evaluating enrichment options \n END OF DAY \nDAY TWO: \n Lecture: Cooperation from the animal learner \n            Training \n            Petting \n            Husbandry \n            Walks \n“Room of one’s own” \n Activity: Choose what you want to \n BREAK \n Lecture: Why don’t we already give animals more choices? \n            Human need for control \n            Lack of understanding/cultural fog \n            Delayed reinforcement (for human) \n Activity: Evaluate your own need for control \n LUNCH BREAK \n Lecture: Teaching animals to make better (by human standards) choices \n            The matching law and why it matters \n            Research on sub-optimal choice making \n            Cognitive bias in non-human animals \n Activity: Matching law activity \nBREAK \nLecture: Foundation skills for a choice-rich life \n            Setting up the environment for success \n Activity: Foundation skill related activity \n NOTE: There are only 6 working spots available\, so make sure to secure your spot early!  \n Contact Joann@thelooseleashacademy.com to see if your dog is a good fit for a working spot.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker Bios\nIRITH BLOOM\, CPDT-KSA\, CBCC-KA\, CDBC\, CSAT\, KPA CTP\, VSPDT\, CBATI\, VSDTA FACULTY\, DWA FACULTY\nIrith Bloom is the owner of The Sophisticated Dog\, a pet training company based in Los Angeles. She has been training animals since the 1980s and has worked with everything from chickens and rabbits to dogs and horses—not to mention humans. A biologist by training\, Irith is fascinated by the science of learning and presents at conferences and seminars worldwide. Her writing has been published both online and in print. She is on the board of the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) and Chair Emeritus of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT). \nIn addition to her Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge & Skills Assessed (CPDT-KSA) and Certified Behavior Consultant Canine-Knowledge Assessed (CBCC-KA) certifications\, Irith is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC); a Certified Separation Anxiety Trainer (CSAT); a Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Partner (KPA CTP); a Victoria Stilwell Positively Dog Trainer (VSPDT); a Certified Behavior Adjustment Training Instructor (CBATI); and certified in TAGteach\, a positive-reinforcement method for teaching humans. She is on the faculty at Victoria Stilwell Academy for Dog Training and Behavior as well as DogBiz’s Dog Walking Academy. \nIrith has a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from the University of Pennsylvania. Her company\, The Sophisticated Dog\, LLC\, offers online virtual training to clients worldwide\, as well as in-person training in a limited area of Los Angeles\, California.  Irith volunteers with National English Shepherd Rescue; the Los Angeles County 2020 Healthy Pets Healthy Families Coalition (a One Health initiative aimed at improving the health and well-being of people and their pets throughout Los Angeles County); and Wallis Annenberg PetSpace \n   \nKRISTINA SPAULDING\, PHD\, CAAB\nDr. Kristina Spaulding owns Smart Dog Training and Behavior LLC. She has a PhD in biopsychology – the study of the biological basis of behavior – and is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist through the Animal Behavior Society.  Kristina has been in the dog training and behavior profession for 20 years. \n In addition to working with behavior clients\, Dr. Spaulding teaches a variety of online courses and webinars on the science of behavior.  She conducts staff training on dog behavior for local veterinary clinics and animal shelters\, and regularly presents on the science of animal behavior at training and behavior conferences. \nIn addition\, Dr. Spaulding is a member of the APDT Education Committee.  As a member of this group\, she helps the APDT develop and evaluate their educational resources.  In 2019\, Dr. Spaulding received the Association of Professional Dog Trainer’s (APDT’s) Member of the Year Award.  She is also a member of the Fear Free Advisory Group and an authorized Speaker for Fear Free which advocates for minimizing fear\, anxiety and stress for pets around the country.  She chairs the Quality of Care task force for Meeting of the Minds\, a coalition of top dog professionals across the country charged with improving quality of life for our dogs. \n Before opening Smart Dog\, Dr. Spaulding earned her B.S. in Wildlife Ecology at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. In college\, she volunteered for a year at the local humane society. She was then hired by the same shelter. During her time at the animal shelter\, she and a coworker established a training program for shelter dogs and their volunteer walkers to make the dogs more adoptable. She also served as an assistant trainer at Dog’s Best Friend\, which was owned at that time by Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist Dr. Patricia McConnell. In 2000\, Dr. Spaulding moved to Minnesota where she worked as a dog trainer at a local dog training school before moving to her permanent home in upstate New York. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://thelooseleashacademy.com/seminars-list/power-of-choice
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-workshop-9-12-20-and-9-13-20-the-power-of-choice-and-how-it-can-decrease-stress-in-dogs-loose-leash-academy-fee-applies/2020-09-12/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Conference
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SUMMARY:Online Conference - 9/12/20 to 9/14/20 - IVECCs - Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:IVECCS 2020 | A VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE\nSEPTEMBER 12th-14th \nREGISTRATION CLOSES SEPT. 14th! \nIn light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic\, after careful deliberation\, the VECCS board has decided to have an all virtual IVECCS 2020 experience. View the video below from our new CEO for more details on the exciting offering we have planned for all our valued constituents; members\, attendees\, speakers\, exhibitors\, sponsors and partners alike. \nWe thank you all\, in advance\, for trusting VECCS to bring you a first-class virtual IVECCS in this unprecedented time. \nAlso\, please note\, many live tracks will be recorded and available after the live conference.\nAll live and on-demand sessions are RACE Certified. \nIMPORTANT DATES\n \nAUGUST 23rd\, 2020\nREGISTRATION DEADLINE TO\nRECEIVE PROCEEDINGS BEFORE CONFERENCE*\n(*book\, online or flash drive\, not guaranteed for international shipping) \nAUGUST 31st\, 2020\nREGISTRATION DEADLINE TO\nRECEIVE MDR BOOKS BEFORE CONFERENCE*\n(*not guaranteed for international shipping)  \nSEPTEMBER 14th\, 2020\nREGISTRATION CLOSES*\n(*whether you plan to attend the live or on-demand sessions) \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.veccs.org/iveccs2020/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-conference-9-12-20-to-9-14-20-iveccs-veterinary-emergency-and-critical-care-society/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Conference
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