Shelter Learniverse

Online Course - 7/9/21 to 7/11/21 - Feline techniques: How I manage common problems. Live from San Diego - IVS (fee applies)
2021-07-09 08:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Drs. Michael Lappin and Susan Little are two of the well-known feline interested veterinarians in North America. Dr. Little is board certified in feline medicine by the ABVP and owns two feline only practices in Ottawa, Canada. Dr. Lappin is an internal medicine specialist who has been involved with feline clinical research ever since reporting the Toxoplasma gondii IgM and IgG tests in 1989. His research group at Colorado State University completes approximately 15 feline clinical research projects per year. Drs. Little and Lappin have lectured together multiple times and most recently spoke to packed houses at both NAVC and WVC.
Seminar Topics:

Dr. Little:
– Successful management of urethral obstruction in cats
– Understanding Feline Idiopathic Cystitis
– How to Use Feeding Tubes in Cats
– Diagnosis and management of weight loss in senior cats
– Finding the inner cat – feline obesity
– Finicky felines: managing anorexia in cats
– Let’s get moving – the constipated cat
– Update on managing CKD
– Management of diabetes mellitus in cats
Dr. Lappin:
– Fever of unknown origin in cats.
– Logical antibiotic therapy in cats.
– Management of upper respiratory infections in cats.
– Management of the coughing cat.
– Feline GI diseases: is it infectious, inflammatory, or neoplastic?
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.ivseminars.com/seminars/feline-techniques-how-i-manage-common-problems-live-from-san-diego/

Online Conference - 7/9/21 to 7/11/21 - 2021 ASPCA® Cornell Maddie’s® Shelter Medicine Conference - Maddie's Fund (fee applies)
2021-07-09 15:00 - 16:30
The ASPCA® Cornell Maddie’s® Shelter Medicine Conference is a unique educational opportunity for veterinarians and other animal welfare professionals to learn from our field of highly regarded speakers. This year’s conference will feature content and key takeaways aimed at engineering our new normal together. A wide range of workshops will be offered with information you can immediately put to use, including the role of social work in animal welfare, behavior modification in a shelter setting, a live necropsy demonstration, and a session on thriving in challenging work. The conference also features a keynote address by Dr. Scott Weese, professor at the Ontario Veterinary College and author of the education website Worms & Germs.
Following the virtual event, registrants will have access to session recordings.
Benefits

Quick, easy registration
An entirely virtual, highly interactive, and engaging format
The opportunity to learn from experts in their fields

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.aspcapro.org/splash/aspca-cornell-maddies-fund-shelter-medicine-conference

Webinar - 7/10/21 - Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop - Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
2021-07-10 11:00 - 13:30
Are you ready to be part of the solution for feral and stray cats in your neighborhood? Learn what TNR is, why it works, and how to get started. Our expert instructors will teach you the best practices for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and colony management. Plus, you’ll receive a certificate of completion** after you attend.
Access to local recordings and handouts can be found here—check to see if there are local resources for your area.

**New York City-area attendees who earn their certificate will also qualify for free local TNR services, including spay/neuter, trap rentals, and expert hands-on assistance. If you are an NYC-area resident, you will receive access to a recorded session on how to access these NYC resources.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/product/neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-july-10-2021/

Webinar - 7/11/21 - Are You Leveraging the Human Animal Bond to Optimize the Vaccine Experience? - VETGirl
2021-07-11 17:00 - 18:00
In this complimentary 1-hour, VETgirl–Zoetis webinar, Dr. Patrick Flynn reviews the human-animal bond (HAB). Tune in to learn about the HAB, some science behind it and then how we can improve the existing recommendations on tailoring vaccines to lifestyle into a realm where we tailor it for THAT pet, all while involving the owner in the decision.
Thanks to sponsorship from Zoetis, free to all!

Not a VETgirl ELITE member? VETgirl ELITE members receive 100+ hours of RACE-approved, online veterinary CE/year ($249). That way, you know that you have flexibility to view any of our webinars (including small animal, large animal, veterinary technician, leadership, practice management) and listen to our podcasts when you have time.
All the webinars are recorded and can be viewed 24/7 after their release date for CE credit. If you’re watching the recording later on, don’t forget to take the CE quiz with it when you’re done to get your CE certificate!
*Note: Viewing this webinar is for individual use only; VETgirl webinars are not designed nor meant to be viewed in a group setting due to RACE-CE audit purposes. Inappropriate sharing or viewing of the webinar may result in revoking of membership.
RACE-CE provider name: VETgirl, LLC
RACE Provider number: 20
RACE Program number: 774061/774069
This program is RACE-approved for continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE approval; however participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Call VETgirl (858.859.1838) for further questions.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/july-11-2021-are-you-leveraging-the-human-animal-bond-to-optimize-the-vaccine-experience/

Webinar - 7/12/21 - Can Being a Little More Human Make a Difference? - PPG (fee applies)
2021-07-12 11:00 - 12:30
In order to make small yet fundamental changes to our dog training we must, at times, be prepared to change some of our plans and our techniques. For this webinar I would like you to open you mind, and remember something that Admiral Grace Hooper once said, “The most damaging phrase in the language is … ‘It’s always been done this way.’”
Why not be a little more human with your dog training?
The objectives for this webinar will encourage the candidates to think about and address the following:

How can we create the ‘ideal’ learning environment?
How can our attitude affect our training?
Would Humanistic learning theories work with dogs?

CEUs: PPAB 1.5, CCPDT (pending), IAABC (pending), KPA (pending)

About Your Presenter

Dr. Robert Hewings
Author of the award winning ’Scent Training for every dog’ (First Stone Publishers) and head of learning and development for the UK College of Scent Detection, Dr Robert Hewings is a highly experienced Canine Trainer.
Rob retired from London’s Metropolitan Police after 30 years’ exemplary service, 25 of which was as an operational police dog handler. The final nine years as a full-time police instructor with the world-famous Metropolitan Police Dog Training Establishment. He has successfully underpinned his valuable operational experience with the highest academic qualifications, his Doctoral study is entitled ‘Is there a better way? Can humanistic education improve operant conditioning in canine scent detection training?’
During his time at the prestigious Metropolitan Police Dog Training Establishment (2007-2016) Rob headed the training for SWAT dogs, and was active in the instruction and development in all aspects of Police Search Dog Training. He played an active role in the instruction and development of the ‘Canine Training Instructor’ authoring two training manuals, and designing coaching programmes that have enhanced the effective performance of operational dog handlers.
After his retirement in 2016 Rob, took on new challenges to complete his desire to learn, lecturing at university (BSc Canine Behaviour and Training) where he specialised in ‘Assistance Dog Training’, writing his book, and practical assistance dog training using scent-work within epilepsy alert, diabetes alert and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder alert. He also attended Bergin University of Canine Studies where he gained a valuable insight into assistance dog training, particularly for PTSD sufferers.
Rob is now head of learning and development with the UK College of Scent Detection where he has been invited to share his knowledge world-wide, lecturing in USA, Australia and Europe. He is presently engaged in writing two academic papers for enhancing scent detection within the assistance dog community and emotional learning in our dogs.
However, prior to joining the Police Service Rob was a member of the British Army, and as a veteran himself, he has now combined his dog training and academic knowledge becoming a training advisor and consultant for the UK Charity Bravehound (www.Bravehound.co.uk). Here he has pioneered an assistance dog training methodology to incorporate scent alerts for PTSD. Realising the potential of ‘Scent Alert’ for PTSD assistance dogs, where the dog will alert to the onset of a nightmare, or day time anxiety attack. Rob is coaching a Phd student who is writing her thesis supporting and researching Robs hypothesis that dogs can detect these disturbing events, giving our veterans life changing assistance from the dogs.
Finally, Rob truly understands the importance of a positive training schedule with the dogs he trains and the people he coaches. He wishes to share his love and experience of search training with you and your dog. Witnessing the enjoyment, enthusiasm and excitement the dogs get from being engaged in the natural process of ‘nose-work’ has been his guilty pleasure for the last 25 years, long may this continue!!
WEBSITE LINK: https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-4188544

Webinar - Solving Problems with Raccoons - 7/13/21 - HSUS
2021-07-13 11:00 - 12:00
Our cities and communities provide near-perfect habitat for these wildlife generalists and while perspectives about raccoons will range from charming inhabitant to source of conflict, raccoons will remain a quintessential part of urban living. This webinar will discuss the life cycle and yearly patterns of raccoons, including mating, raising young, and seasonal foraging that will help better equip you to address and resolve the conflicts that people experience with them. Learn through video examples from the field about raccoon behaviors- like their incredible climbing skills and their ability to utilize buildings as denning opportunities -along with the other traits that have helped them not only adapt, but flourish in urban areas.
WEBSITE LINK: https://humanepro.org/trainings/solving-problems-raccoons

CASCAR Zoom Call for California Shelters - 7/13/21 - An Extra Special CASCAR! - CASCAR - UC Davis KSMP
2021-07-13 13:00 - 14:00
We’re looking forward to seeing you next Tuesday, July 13, for a very special CASCAR. Maybe you heard the news?
While Governor Newsom hasn’t yet signed the budget, all signs are looking like we’ll have 50M things to talk about, Tuesday, July 13th, with California shelters that want to learn more about the historic California for All Dogs and Cats journey we’re about to embark upon!!!
We want to make sure every voice is heard so please take a moment to invite a California shelter friend you don’t often see in CASCAR, and especially those you maybe haven’t seen at all.
CASCAR room link: https://sheltermedicine.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJQtdO-srDItyMz7xy-ZsncbcFa6s8kKZg

Online Conference - 7/14/21 - #OpenForGood Virtual Conference - Network for Good
2021-07-14 07:00 - 12:00
Join us on Wednesday, July 14th for a free virtual fundraising conference. The #OpenForGood Virtual Conference is for organizations that had to close their doors, pivot their missions, expand their operations, or struggle to stay afloat.
We’re bringing together a group of leaders in the nonprofit space to dive into the learnings, takeaways, and changes nonprofits must understand to continue staying #OpenForGood. Learn everything from running virtual events and auctions, future-proofing your social media strategy, donor organization, digital communications, and more.
Register below for the conference to learn all the ways small nonprofits are (and always will be) #OpenForGood! Can’t attend? Register anyway and we’ll send you the recordings.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.networkforgood.com/resource/get-inspired-and-stay-openforgood/

Online Event - 7/14/21 - YouTube LIVE: Managing the Increase Caseload Stress - VETGirl
2021-07-14 09:00 - 09:30
What?! Our hospitals are busy?! Yes, they are! Thanks to the adoption of pandemic puppies and COVID kittens, all veterinary hospitals worldwide have seen a record setting increase in veterinary patient appointments and cases. All hospitals were short staffed prior to the pandemic, which has added to the stress of the increase in cases. So, how can we survive? Join us for a complimentary, 30-minute VETgirl YouTube LIVE event, where Amy Newfield, CVT, VTS (ECC) and Megan Brashear CVT, VTS (ECC) talk about how to help our hospitals and ourselves.
NOTE: To attend this YouTube LIVE session, there is no “registration.” To attend, simply go to our YouTube Page at the time of the event where the webinar will be hosted, LIVE! Clicking on the link above will allow you to also set a reminder! Subscribe to our channel here also so you never miss another video! 1 week before the presentation, the registration link will be updated with the specific YouTube page for the LIVE event!.
Not a VETgirl ELITE member? VETgirl ELITE members receive 100+ hours of RACE-approved, online veterinary CE/year ($249). That way, you know that you have flexibility to view any of our webinars (including small animal, large animal, veterinary technician, leadership, and listen to our podcasts when you have time.
*Note: Viewing this webinar is for individual use only; VETgirl webinars are not designed nor meant to be viewed in a group setting due to RACE-CE audit purposes. Inappropriate sharing or viewing of the webinar may result in revoking of membership.
RACE-CE provider name: VETgirl, LLC
RACE Program number: 20-859036/859058
This program is pending approval for continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE approval; however participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Call VETgirl (858.859.1838) for further questions.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/july-14-2021-youtube-live-managing-the-increase-caseload-stress/

Zoom Meeting - 2nd Wednesdays - Safe Space for LGBTQIA+ Animal Welfare Professionals - The AAWA
2021-07-14 17:00 - 18:00
The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement’s monthly Safe Space Group for LGBTQIA+ Zoom meeting aims to bring people together in a positive and non-judgmental environment where we can fully express our individuality, shared experiences, and perspectives.
The goal of the group is for social support and advocacy—to create a place of safety and sense of community for those in the LGBTQIA+ community, share our unique experiences, and ultimately, identify needs and challenges for LGBTQIA+ professionals in animal welfare and determine action-oriented solutions.

This Safe Space is specifically for professionals currently working in animal welfare who identify as LGBTQIA+
If you are an ally wishing to support this work, please share this meeting information with your LGBTQIA+ colleagues.

Space is limited so register today to reserve your spot for Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at 8 p.m. Eastern / 5 p.m. Pacific: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/safe-space-for-lgbtqia-animal-welfare-professionals-registration-161855533257
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/safe-space-for-lgbtqia-animal-welfare-professionals-registration-161855533257

Webinar - 7/15/21 - Moving Forward and Preparing for the Future: How Shelters Responded to COVID-19 - ASPCAPro
2021-07-15 12:00 - 13:00
Beginning in the Summer of 2020, the ASPCA and AdoptaPet.com asked animal welfare organizations to participate in a survey on how COVID-19 affected their foster programs and community outreach. Organizations answered questions about their preparedness and what they felt would permanently change after the pandemic. This webinar will review the intriguing findings and offer a roundtable discussion with panelists from 3 organizations about how they worked through the challenges of the pandemic and what insights they will carry forward as we move into the future, including which technologies they plan to continue using.

Takeaways

Resources and ideas to thrive during any future local or large-scale crisis
Practical tips for disaster preparedness
Policies and protocols implemented during COVID-19 that make sense to continue post-pandemic

Suited For

Shelter staff and volunteers.

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/moving-forward-and-preparing-future-how-shelters-responded-covid-19

Webinar - 7/15/21 - Heatstroke - VETGirl (fee applies)
2021-07-15 17:00 - 18:00
In this VETgirl veterinary technician webinar, Amy Newfield, CVT, VTS (ECC) reviews heatstroke in dogs. Tune in to learn the pathophysiology of heatstroke, initial emergency treatment, the intensive nursing care involved, and the potential complications that can be seen with heatstroke.
Want to learn more? Check out our other veterinary technician webinars HERE.
Not a VETgirl ELITE member? VETgirl ELITE members receive 100+ hours of RACE-approved, online veterinary CE/year ($249). That way, you know that you have flexibility to view any of our webinars (including small animal, large animal, veterinary technician, leadership, practice management) and listen to our podcasts when you have time.
All the webinars are recorded and can be viewed 24/7 after their release date for CE credit. If you’re watching the recording later on, don’t forget to take the CE quiz with it when you’re done to get your CE certificate!
*Note: Viewing this webinar is for individual use only; VETgirl webinars are not designed nor meant to be viewed in a group setting due to RACE-CE audit purposes. Inappropriate sharing or viewing of the webinar may result in revoking of membership.
RACE-CE provider name: VETgirl, LLC
RACE Provider number: 20
RACE Program number: 814728/814816
This 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.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/july-15-2021-heatstroke/

Webinar - 7/15/21 - Understanding Declaw Trauma: A Pain, Biomechanical, and Bioethical Perspective - Fear Free
2021-07-15 17:00 - 18:00
While pain management is a vital part of Fear Free, it is even more important for cats who have been declawed. Join us and Robin Downing, DVM, MS, DAAPM, DACVSMR, CVPP, CCRP, founder of The Downing Center for Animal Pain Management, to learn about the trauma of feline toe amputation from the pain, biomechanical, and bioethical perspectives. Don’t miss this session that will energize your commitment to “Just Say No”!
WEBSITE LINK: https://fearfreepets.com/resources/webinars/

Webinar - 7/16/21 - Triaging Dental and Oral Emergencies - VDOS (fee applies)
2021-07-16 11:00 - 13:00
How to determine whether it is TMJ luxation or open-mouth jaw locking? What to do with an avulsed tooth? Any temporary relief for the jaw fracture patient? Know the various dental and oral emergencies and provide emergency care prior to definitive treatment!
Time & Location
Jul 16, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT
Webinar
About the Event
This VDOS webinar focuses on triaging dental and oral emergencies. While it would be of benefit to anybody interested in small animal dentistry and oral surgery, it is specifically designed for clinicians and technicians working in an emergency setting. Various dental and oral emergencies are reviewed as they present to the frontline clinical staff, including orofacial pain, bleeding, swelling, burn, bite, laceration, degloving injury, projectile injury, tooth fracture, tooth luxation/avulsion, jaw fracture, temporomandibular joint luxation, etc. The didactic lecture will last 1.5 hours, but the webinar is designed so that there is extra time for interactive participation and answering your questions.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.vdos.org/event-details/triaging-dental-and-oral-emergencies-8-00-pm-et

Online Event - 7/17/21 - Online Feline Leukemia Day 2021 - Community Cats Podcast (fee applies)
2021-07-17 07:00 - 14:00
The Community Cats Podcast and Feline Leukemia advocacy supporter Margaret Tompkins are thrilled to announce that we will once again be holding our Online Feline Leukemia Day this year.
We will have a wonderful group of speakers sharing their expertise around Feline Leukemia. Planned speakers include Dr. Julie Levy, Fran Marino Professor of Shelter Medicine Education for Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program; Dr. Heather Kennedy, Director of Feline Operations for Kansas City Pet Project; Monica Frenden, Maddie’s® Director of Feline Life Saving for American Pets Alive!, and Midge Grinstead, the Kansas State Director for Humane Society of the United States. Scroll down to check out the topics they’ll cover and reserve your tickets today.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/online-feline-leukemia-day-2021/

Online Event - 7/17/21 - 2021 Feline Symposium: Caring for the Senior Cat - UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine (fee applies)
2021-07-17 08:00 - 16:55
The UCD SVM Center for Continuing Professional Education is excited to bring together some of the world’s experts in feline medicine to discuss disorders affecting senior cats. During this symposium we will discuss:

Normal aging vs. disease
Meeting the behavior, environmental, and nutritional needs of the senior cat
Managing hyperthyroidism and CKD
Addressing pain management for the osteoarthritic

This event will be LIVE and INTERACTIVE. We have scheduled several time slots specifically for you to ask questions and engage with our speakers.
CE Credit: Up to 8.5 hours (pending approval)
LIVE WEBINAR: The webinar will be live (Pacific Standard Time – PST) and interactive via the Zoom platform. The live sessions will not be available as a recording.
UC Davis SVM Employees and Students: Special pricing available. Select SVM Employee or SVM student when registering.
WEBSITE LINK: https://ce.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/symposia-article/2021-feline-symposium-optimizing-care-senior-cat

Webinar - 7/19/21 - Dealing with Emotions During Busy Hospital Days - VETGirl (fee applies)
2021-07-19 17:00 - 18:00
Your schedule is full. You don’t have time to take a break. Clients are angry. How’s your day going?
In this VETgirl practice management CE webinar, Amy Newfield, MS, CVT, VTS (ECC) reviews how to handle emotions during a busy veterinary hospital shift. What tools can you use to handle the stress of the busy hospital and still go home happy? Join us as Amy talks about ways to relax in the middle of chaos.
Not a VETgirl ELITE member? VETgirl ELITE members receive 100+ hours of RACE-approved, online veterinary CE/year ($249). That way, you know that you have flexibility to view any of our webinars (including small animal, large animal, veterinary technician, leadership, practice management) and listen to our podcasts when you have time.
All the webinars are recorded and can be viewed 24/7 after their release date for CE credit. If you’re watching the recording later on, don’t forget to take the CE quiz with it when you’re done to get your CE certificate!
*Note: Viewing this webinar is for individual use only; VETgirl webinars are not designed nor meant to be viewed in a group setting due to RACE-CE audit purposes. Inappropriate sharing or viewing of the webinar may result in revoking of membership.
RACE-CE provider name: VETgirl, LLC
RACE Provider number: 20
RACE Program number: 757599/757601
This 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.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/july-19-2021-dealing-with-emotions-during-busy-hospital-days/

Online Event - 7/20/21 - YouTube LIVE: Top 5 reasons you may need to deliver rapid fluid therapy - VETGirl
2021-07-20 09:00 - 09:30
In this complimentary, 30-minute VETgirl–Veterinary IV Systems YouTube LIVE event, Amy Newfield, MS, CVT, VTS (ECC) reviews the top 5 reason you may need to deliver rapid fluid therapy including the shocky GDV or trauma patient! Tune in to learn what types and rates of fluids you should consider for common emergencies seen in vet med – all over a short lunch or coffee break for yourself!
Thanks to sponsorship from Veterinary IV Systems, this YouTube LIVE is free to all! Get free RACE-approved CE when you watch it LIVE! Plus, check back for other FREE SWAG opportunities too!

NOTE: To attend this YouTube LIVE session, there is no “registration.” To attend, simply go to our YouTube Page at the time of the event where the webinar will be hosted, LIVE! 7 days prior to the event, this hyperlink will be updated with the specific broadcast link!
Not a VETgirl ELITE member? VETgirl ELITE members receive 100+ hours of RACE-approved, online veterinary CE/year ($249). That way, you know that you have flexibility to view any of our webinars (including small animal, large animal, veterinary technician, leadership, and listen to our podcasts when you have time.
*Note: Viewing this webinar is for individual use only; VETgirl webinars are not designed nor meant to be viewed in a group setting due to RACE-CE audit purposes. Inappropriate sharing or viewing of the webinar may result in revoking of membership.
RACE-CE provider name: VETgirl, LLC
RACE Program number: 20-846994/847010
This 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.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/july-20-2021-youtube-live-top-5-reasons-you-may-need-to-deliver-rapid-fluid-therapy/

Online Event - 7/21/21 to 7/22/21 - Leading Change in Team-Based Veterinary Medical Healthcare - AAVMC (fee applies)
2021-07-21 11:00 - 14:30
“Leading Change: Emphasizing Team-based Veterinary Care” will examine opportunities for enhancing educational programs for DVM students and veterinary nurse/technicians in a way that can broaden, deepen and expand access to clinical care. The symposium is targeted at veterinary educators, veterinary nurse/technician educators and other thought leaders and will focus on a competency-based veterinary educational framework. Topical areas to be covered include an examination and assessment of the current operating environment for veterinary nurse/technicians, including work roles and responsibilities, retention and compensation, and existing models from industry. Toward enhancing teamwork, desired core competencies for all DVM graduates will be considered, along with effective models from veterinary teaching hospitals.

The symposium will look at emerging innovations in veterinary nurse/technician education, including specialization, and models of veterinary nurse/technician education from AAVMC member institutions. It will also consider diversity, equity and inclusion and the veterinary healthcare team; competency-based veterinary/nursing education; potential MS programs in veterinary clinical care; and practice act considerations.

WEBSITE LINK: https://web.cvent.com/event/8c57ad4f-e8c7-4839-8372-1389ab34e6e8/summary

Webinar - 9/21/21 - Part 2: Data-Driven Decision Making for Animal Welfare Organizations - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2021-07-21 12:00 - 13:15
Now that we have the basics down, let’s look at some examples of “data dashboards” and how they can be used to help drive conversations, gain support, and give leadership a snapshot of how an organization is doing. In this presentation, we will take the foundations from part one and explore ways of applying them to help move our organizations forward in the best way possible for our people and their pets.
Other Webinars in this Series

Aug 17: Part 1 -Data-Driven Decision Making for Animal Welfare Organizations
Sept 21: Part 2 -Data-Driven Decision Making for Animal Welfare Organizations (this webinar)

Presenters:

Dr. Josh Fisher has an educational background in population management/medicine, public health, veterinary sciences, informatics, and healthcare administration. He has been working in the veterinary medical/animal welfare field for over 15 years holding management roles in private practices, cooperate practices, the NCSU College of Veterinary Medicine, county government, and now as the Animal Services Director for the City of Charlotte/Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
A strong advocate for professional development and growth in the animal welfare industry, Josh seeks to involve staff in continued education and training opportunities as well as in cutting edge industry research. His professional interests focus on disease reduction/prevention, advanced marketing/placement and intake reduction tactics, strategic planning, and staff career development in the area of animal welfare. His projects include increasing interest of veterinary/veterinary technician students in the animal welfare industry as well as working with community veterinarians to break down barriers, develop relationships, and increase involvement in community-focused animal welfare (animal control and sheltering) practices.
It is a passion of Josh’s to bring a level of awareness to the animal welfare industry in such a way that young adults and college students make the decision to pursue animal welfare as a profession rather than falling into it by chance.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/data-driven-decision-making-for-animal-welfare-organizations-part-2/

Webinar - 7/21/21 - "The Need for Veterinary Involvement in the Airline Industry" with Dr. Nelva Bryant - Black DVM Network
2021-07-21 16:00 - 17:40
Animals are transported domestically and internationally via air for zoos, aquariums, and research facilities. Animals are also transported for commercial purposes and as personal pets. Specific animal welfare regulations and policies must be abided by to ensure these animals arrive to their destinations safely. Veterinary involvement in the airline industry is needed to explain the regulations, ensure compliance with animal welfare regulations, educate animal shippers/animal owners of the regulations, assist with monitoring the health and welfare of animals during air transport, and guide decisions related to the transportation of animals. During the presentation, Dr. Bryant will discuss how having veterinary involvement in the airline industry could benefit animal welfare.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.blackdvmnetwork.com/event-details/the-need-for-veterinary-involvement-in-the-airline-industry-with-dr-nelva-bryant

Webinar - 7/21/21 - My emotions are out of control! Managing emotions & staying calm under pressure - VETGirl (fee applies)
2021-07-21 17:30 - 18:30
What sets veterinary professionals off the most?
A) Barking dogs
B) Demanding clients
C) Irritable coworkers
D) Curbside, pandemics, and homeschooling
E) ALL of the above
In this VETgirl leadership webinar, Dr. Sally Ryan, will review how to manage emotions in the veterinary clinic…because it’s highly stressful! As leaders, it’s important to be able to manage our emotions so that we lead effectively. In this webinar, learn about:

The physiology of emotions
How emotions can affect our behavior
Common behavioral responses to stress
Strategies for managing both emotions & behavior
How to lead & perform effectively and help others do the same.

This 2021 leadership track course is approved by the Certified Veterinary Practice Manager Board as applicable toward the continuing education requirement for the Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) program offered by the Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA), CVPM Course Approval ID# 20-81.

Not a VETgirl ELITE member? VETgirl ELITE members receive 100+ hours of RACE-approved, online veterinary CE/year ($249). That way, you know that you have flexibility to view any of our webinars (including small animal, large animal, veterinary technician, leadership, practice management) and listen to our podcasts when you have time.
All the webinars are recorded and can be viewed 24/7 after their release date for CE credit. If you’re watching the recording later on, don’t forget to take the CE quiz with it when you’re done to get your CE certificate!
*Note: Viewing this webinar is for individual use only; VETgirl webinars are not designed nor meant to be viewed in a group setting due to RACE-CE audit purposes. Inappropriate sharing or viewing of the webinar may result in revoking of membership.
RACE-CE provider name: VETgirl, LLC
RACE Provider number: 20
RACE Program number: 757599/757601
This 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.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/july-21-2021-my-emotions-are-out-of-control-managing-emotions-staying-calm-under-pressure/

Webinar - 7/22/21 - Smart Strategies to Raise More for Your Animal Organization - Network for Good
2021-07-22 10:00 - 11:00
You love animals and your donors do too! In the first session of our cause-area based webinar series, Cindy Harris will share her experience in the animal welfare world to help you tackle what to do next.
Here are just a few of the things you will learn:

Giving Clubs, subscription giving and why it works
Social Media and why you MUST post
Animal people & Swag – what they love and what they don’t
What about celebrity ambassadors? Is it worth the effort?
How to use your data to maximize your fundraising efforts

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.networkforgood.com/resource/smart-strategies-to-raise-more-for-your-animal-organization/

Webinar - 7/22/21 - The Care, Nurturing and Enrichment of Tame and Feral Volunteers - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2021-07-22 12:00 - 13:30
Volunteers are the life-blood of many organizations. But how do you find these important members of your team? During this webinar, we’ll discuss:

Simple recruiting ideas that won’t break the budget
Why mentoring is important to your cause
How to get better performance without giving yourself a nervous breakdown.
What does it take to retain and maintain long term volunteers?

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/the-care-nurturing-and-enrichment-of-tame-feral-volunteers/

Online Event - 7/22/21 - The Roundtable: How Loud Can You Bark? Hellraising vs Fundraising - The AAWA
2021-07-22 13:00 - 14:00
Big brands get to have the biggest voices and attention, while organizations doing the most good are often overlooked. Nonprofit social impact orgs such as animal shelters can’t compete with the $$$$ budgets big brands dedicated to media buying, production, talent, product, creative, etc. So how can animal welfare fundraisers and marketers raise hell together, to shake it up and find new and innovative ways to increase donor support and drive sustainable revenue?
Hear from animal welfare leaders whose organizations have significantly increased engagement with their donors. Panelists will share their personal stories, lessons learned, and how partnership drove sustainable success, including how a shelter recently embarked on a 5-year plan to significantly increase its level of donor support.
Both marketers and fundraisers will gain insights and inspiration to create effective strategies. Questions from the audience will follow the roundtable discussion.
The Association’s Roundtable series features leaders discussing emerging and critical issues in animal welfare.

Moderated by Jim Tedford, President and CEO, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement
The Roundtable Guests:

Denise Wong, CEO, One & All
Stephanie Ladeira, Chief of Philanthropy & Community Development, Humane Society Silicon Valley
Angela Speed, Vice President of Communications, Wisconsin Humane Society

WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/products/the-roundtable-how-loud-can-you-bark-hellraising-vs-fundraising

Webinar - 7/22/21 - Preventing Owner Surrender: Creating Low Cost Veterinary Services in Your Community, A Face to Face Conversation with Veterinary Medical Experts - HASS
2021-07-22 15:00 - 16:00
One of the top reasons people surrender their animals to shelters is because they can’t afford necessary medical care. Low or no-cost veterinary services are needed to support communities so people can keep their pets.
Join this virtual, face-to-face event featuring some of the prominent leaders in shelter medicine to unpack how you can provide these services by modifying your shelter’s infrastructure and creating community partnerships. We will talk through the External Facing Medical Care toolkits, answer your biggest questions, and discuss what is next for the future of community-centered veterinary services.
Get hands on advice from veterinary experts, Michael Blackwell, DVM, MPH; Ellen Jefferson, DVM; Lauren Overman, DVM; Erin Katribe, DVM, MS; Jeremy Prupas, VMD; Kelley Meyers, DVM; and Maria Anselmo.
Limited spots available, don’t miss your opportunity to join this special event. Register today!
Review these materials in advance:
https://www.humananimalsupportservices.org/toolkit/external-facing-medical-care/
https://www.humananimalsupportservices.org/webinars/starting-a-facility-from-scratch/
https://www.humananimalsupportservices.org/webinars/in-shelter-support-care-program/
https://www.humananimalsupportservices.org/webinars/utilizing-existing-veterinary-practices/
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkdO-oqTIiHtzQqvljng-izmaghO5sSslx

Online Event - 7/22/21 - A Conversation: New Advanced Degree Option for Veterinary Technicians/Nurses - The Bridge Club
2021-07-22 17:00 - 18:00
How can veterinary medicine bridge the gap between Credentialed Technicians and Veterinarians in practice? Join The Bridge Club for this exclusive event where we talk with Mark Cushing, CEO of Animal Policy Group, Dr. Stacy Anderson, Dean of Lincoln Memorial and Dr. Jim Lloyd, Former Dean of University of Florida about a new advanced degree option for Veterinary Technicians. Bring all your questions as this group is excited to give you answers. You’re not going to want to miss this conversation!
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.thebridgeclub.com/events/a-conversation-new-advanced-degree-option-for-veterinary-technicians-nurses

Webinar - 7/22/21 - Eat, Play, Love! Developing Your New Relationship With Your Puppy by Deb Jones - FDSA (fee applies)
2021-07-22 18:00 - 19:00
This webinar is all about the start of your journey with your puppy. If we’re lucky, we are starting out on a 15 year or so relationship. That’s much longer than many human relationships! We will talk about ways to set the tone for a long term mutually enjoyable partnership. People are often uncertain how to set the parameters in the early days with a new puppy. What’s important to do right away and what can (and often should) wait until later when the puppy is more mature? Doing the right things at the right times is really important, but how do we know what to do and when to do it? Join Deb for a thorough discussion of the most important concepts and skills to introduce to your pup. She’ll talk about the importance of discovering valuable reinforcers while developing your relationship and establishing rules. Her 3 Rs for puppy raising of Relationship, Reinforcers, and Rules will serve as a clear guide for your puppy training in the early days.
While food is one of the most universal and valuable reinforcers we can use, people often take it for granted and don’t consider how to grow and maintain it over time. We’ll consider how to develop and increase interest and food, and how to use it thoughtfully not only to reinforce behaviors but to build your relationship. When it comes to toys and play we will give you some clear ideas and guidelines for introducing toys, determining your pup’s natural play preferences, and putting structure around the games we play together.
Speaking of structure, we will also consider the importance of your key rules for life and how to introduce and maintain those with consistency. Your rules may well be different than mine, and that’s okay. We all have different situations and care about different aspects of living with dogs.
When it comes to a new puppy we all want to do it “right” this time and avoid our previous mistakes. In the process we will likely make new and different mistakes. That’s okay, life with a puppy isn’t about being perfect. It’s about doing our best to be the kind of life and training partners our pups need and deserve.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/fdsa-calendar

Webinar - 7/22/21 - Fighting Fungus with Education: SPORE Program and Finishing School Foster Program - Getting 2 Zero
2021-07-22 19:00 - 20:30
At many shelters, ringworm can lead to devastating consequences. However, it does not have to be — with proper protocols, it can be safely treated and cured. At the San Francisco SPCA, we save over 350 animals with ringworm every year. Wanting to do more, we created the SPORE (Shelters Preventing Outbreaks of Ringworm through Education) program in 2013 to teach others how to better detect, treat, and manage ringworm in their shelter. For this session, we will be outlining research-based protocols that are in use here at the SF SPCA and examine how those same concepts apply to a variety of different shelters and rescues. We will explore the use of volunteers and the community to help this type of program flourish in fanatically constrained environments, such as animal shelters. We will also take a look at a new pilot foster program for ringworm animals called the Finishing School Foster Program that fosters out ringworm animals at the end of their treatment, freeing up space in the shelter to help more animals in need.
Presenter: Dr. Laura Mullen
Laura started working at the San Francisco SPCA in 2001, enjoyed a variety of roles with in the Shelter Medicine Department, ranging from Veterinary Assistant to Foster Coordinator, and has now settled in the position of Shelter Medicine Outreach Programs Manager. She is passionate about education and finding workable solutions within the shelter community. In 2012, Laura received a small grant from the SF SPCA board to start the SPORE Program that now saves over 350 animals with ringworm yearly. SPORE, Shelters Preventing Outbreaks of Ringworm through Education, is a program that teaches shelters how to better detect, treat and manage ringworm in the shelter setting. Starting out her training locally, focusing on municipal shelters in the Bay Area, she soon discovered a niche that would help to save countless of innocent lives. With the help of Maddie’s Fund, more than 80 shelters from over 25 different states have come to the SF SPCA to receive training from the SPORE Program, are currently treating ringworm at their facility, eliminating fear though education in their community and saving lives.
Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UIy9oXbuT7iUfsQ9PzOTgQ
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.g2z.org.au/g2z-webinars-and-online-events.html

Online Course - 7/24/21 - ACVB Resident Short Course - ACVB (fee applies)
2021-07-24 06:00 - 14:00
The Resident Short Course was created in response to requests for more in-depth coverage of topics of particular interest to residents, and based on resident suggestions. We are excited to welcome the following presenters:

Dr. Melissa Bain
Ruminant Lecture

Dr. Tom Favale
TBD

Dr. Niwako Ogata
Psychopharmacology

Dr. Valli Parsatharathy
Feline Social Behavior and Intercat Aggression

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.dacvb.org/page/2021residentshortcourse
