Shelter Learniverse

Hybrid Conference - 9/30/22 to 10/2/22 - Fall Seminar 2022 - CVMA (fee applies)
2022-09-30 08:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, 888 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA, 92262, United States
CVMA’s 2022 Fall Seminar will be held at the Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel in Palm Springs, California. Start your days by earning CE in morning sessions and spend your afternoons shopping, hiking, golfing, or relaxing by the pool.
Not able to travel? CVMA will be offering this seminar in a live and interactive virtual format for registrants unable to attend in-person*.
Veterinarians can earn 12 CE units, RVTs and CVMA CVAs can earn 8 CE units. Join us for learning, networking, and relaxation!
*The CVMA reserves the right to cancel the virtual portion of this seminar due to low registration sign ups.
WEBSITE LINK: https://cvma.net/learning/cvma-ce-programs-2/cvma-fall-seminar-to-go/cvma-fall-seminar-information/

Webinar - 9/30/22 - Historical Advancements in Veterinary Anesthesia & Analgesia - Think Anesthesia
2022-09-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Remember ether and halothane? Wonder how we have decreased anesthetic associated risk or why we use precision vaporizers? How about, when was the first modern stethoscope invented? Think Anesthesia’s live webinar, Historical Advancements in Veterinary Anesthesia & Analgesia, provides an exciting and lighthearted discussion of historical advancements leading to improved survival in veterinary patients. The presentation will include milestones of safe and effective anesthetic development, origins and advancements in analgesia, and innovations in monitoring and anesthetic equipment that improved patient safety. Dynamically presented by a panel of experts and enthusiasts in anesthesia and analgesia, the presentation will provide a balanced perspective and share how these advancements in veterinary anesthesia and analgesia improved the quality of life of pets as well as the ease of administration and use with confidence by veterinary professionals.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.thinkanesthesia.education/live-webinar/2022/08/historical-advancements-in-veterinary-anesthesia-analgesia

Online Course - 10/1/22 - Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop - Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
2022-10-01 11:00 - 13:30 | Virtual
Are you ready to be part of the solution for feral and stray cats in your neighborhood? Our expert instructors will teach you best practices for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and colony management. Learn what TNR is and why it works. We’ll cover getting along with neighbors, preparations for trapping, trapping itself (including entire colonies at once), feeding, providing winter shelter, and more. Take advantage of the interactive format, extensive handouts, and video footage of actual projects. Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance and gain access to an ongoing Facebook group for networking with other TNR activists. Instructed by Susan Richmond, executive director, and Bryan Kortis, national programs director.
Session duration is 2.5 hours, followed by an optional 15-minute Q&A session.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/the-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-oct-2022/

Online Conference – 10/2/22 – National Kitten Coalition Veterinary Conference – National Kitten Coalition (fee applies)
2022-10-02 07:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
The National Kitten Coalition invites veterinary professionals to attend our kitten-focused NKC Veterinary Conference! Join others —virtually— in learning information and approaches in caring for your youngest feline patients. Together we can increase the survival rates of kittens!
The Conference program will be submitted to the AAVSB for RACE® continuing education credit for veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians/nurses in jurisdictions that recognize RACE® approval. Recordings and continuing education credit quizzes will be accessible for registrants through December 31, 2022 through The National Kitten Coalition’s eLearning Center.
WEBSITE LINK: https://kittencoalition.org/programs/national-kitten-coalition-veterinary-conference-2022/

Online Event - 10/4/22 - YouTube Live: Chronic Vomiting Cats: What Can We Do? - VETGirl
2022-10-04 09:00 - 09:30 | Virtual
Oh, that vomiting cat!
In this complimentary, 30-minute, VETgirl–Blue Buffalo YouTube LIVE event, Dr. Adam Rudinsky, MS, DACVIM reviews the problem of vomiting in cats. He will discuss how prevalent, concerning, and important chronic vomiting is to the health and well-being of our feline patient population. Help debunk the myth of ‘normal vomiting’ in cats! Tune in to get a clinical update on appropriate strategies to screen, diagnose and treat your chronic vomiting feline patients.
NOTE: There is no registration required for this CE opportunity. Simply go to our YouTube Page where the webinar will be held LIVE at the time of the event!
Thanks to sponsorship from Blue Buffalo, this YouTube LIVE event is FREE to all! Earn RACE-approved CE when you watch it LIVE!
Not a VETgirl ELITE member? Get your learning on with the #1 veterinary CE resource – clinically relevant, practical, and accessible 24/7 on your own time! Don’t miss out – click HERE to join now!
*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.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/october-4-2022-youtube-live-chronic-vomiting-cats-what-can-we-do/

Webinar - 10/5/22 - Northern Tier Shelter Initiative Zoomies #3: Pathway Planning: Getting on Track to Save More Dogs & Cats! - ASPCApro
2022-10-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
One of the most critical, yet often overlooked steps in the shelter intake process is pathway planning. We will discuss how pathway planning from day 1 (or before!) can help ensure that animals in your care have a humane, enriched, and efficient stay in the shelter. We’ll share tips for use throughout the animals’ stay to keep them cruising along their path (or help them take an appropriate detour) with population rounds, pre-selection, foster-to-adopt, and other lifesaving programs.
WEBSITE LINK: https://aspca.zoom.us/webinar/register/3416620635471/WN_-y8fQcimSAi2-YoweXoEJQ

Webinar - 10/5/22 - Emotion and Its Role in Behavior - PPG (fee applies)
2022-10-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
The function of emotion is to motivate behavior. That means it’s very closely tied to learning. In fact, certain theories of emotion view emotions as reinforcements or punishments for behavior. In this webinar, learn what emotion is, the different viewpoints on how emotion influences behavior and how to harness this information to your benefit.
Learning Objectives:

Define emotion
Distinguish between emotion and mood
Discuss the impact of arousal on emotion
Explain what science tells us about emotion in non-human animals
Apply the information from the webinar to improve your training and behavior outcomes

CEUs: PPAB 1, CCPDT (pending), IAABC (pending), KPA (pending)
About the Presenter
Dr. Kristina Spaulding 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. She specializes in stress and behavior, social cognition and emotion, positive welfare and the prevention and treatment of behavior problems in dogs. In addition to her academic background, she has been in the dog training and behavior profession for 19 years. She currently splits her time between private behavior work and teaching other dog trainers and behavior consultants online and through seminars and conferences.
In addition, Dr. Spaulding is a long-standing member of the APDT Education Committee. She is also a member of the Fear Free Advisory Group and an authorized Speaker for Fear Free. She also chairs a task force for Meeting of the Minds, a coalition of top dog professionals across the country charged with improving the quality of life for our dogs and is a member of the IAABC Foundation Board. You can find out more about her on her website. (http://smartdogtrainingandbehavior.com/online-services/)
WEBSITE LINK: https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-4812753

Webinar - 10/5/22 - Optimizing Cat Toilets: The Details Make The Difference and Feline Idiopathic Cystitis - VETGirl
2022-10-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
In this complimentary, 2-hour VETgirl–Royal Canin webinar, Dr. Gonçalo Da Graça Pereira, DVM, MsC, PhD, DECAWBM(BM), DECAWBM (AWSEL) and Dr. Kelly A. St. Denis, DABVP (Feline Medicine) review all things “urinary” related in the feline patient. Dr. Da Graca Pereira will first focus on kitty litter husbandry, including how to educate the cat owner on the importance of optimizing cat toilets. In Part 2, Dr. Kelly St. Denis will review the complex disease process of feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC). Tune in to learn the role of stress in the development of FIC, contributing factors, diagnosis, and key management strategies.
Thanks to sponsorship from Royal Canin, this webinar is FREE to all!
Not a VETgirl ELITE member? Get your learning on with the #1 veterinary CE resource – clinically relevant, practical, and accessible 24/7 on your own time! Don’t miss out – click HERE to join now! 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.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/october-5-2022-optimizing-cat-toilets-the-details-make-the-difference-and-feline-idiopathic-cystitis/

Webinar - 10/6/22 - Social Media During Disasters or Emergencies for Animal Welfare Organizations - CalAnimals
2022-10-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
When disaster strikes, it’s important to be on your game with respect to social media. Angelina Martin is an expert in this area and will give you all the great tips on how to use social media to get what you need and communicate effectively with members of your community. From crisis communications plans, to educational graphics and managing information and updates, Angelina will cover how to communicate effectively before, during, and after disasters and emergencies.
About the Presenter
Angelina Martin, Online Media Solutions
Angelina Martin takes online media marketing and reputation management to higher levels of engagement through efficient, engaging, and compelling storytelling for government organizations and NPOs, increasing brand awareness. Through compelling photography, videography, and simple graphics she has helped grow strong and positive reputations for animal organizations who need a larger media presence. Throughout several emergencies and disasters Angelina has ensured the local (and worldwide) online community is aware of necessary, detailed and correct information, including awareness of staff and volunteer efforts, boosting grant funding and donations, and also greatly improving morale. Since 2016, Angelina has managed social media for Sonoma County Animal Services, Sonoma CART, and/or Napa CART providing marketing efforts, emergency/disaster information and strategic planning.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ReBigX6rTQWgkn0leE0fEQ

Webinar - 10/6/22 - Maddie's Insights: Social Pain in Dogs - Maddie's Fund
2022-10-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Maddie’s Insights are monthly webcasts with practical tips based on current research to help pets and people. This month’s webinar is presented by Dr. Franklin McMillan, DVM.
The experience of unpleasant emotions is often referred to as “emotional pain”, such as when someone loses a loved one. The emotions that arise when one’s social bonds with another are impaired or lost – such as feelings of isolation, loneliness, and rejection – comprise one type of emotional pain, called “social pain”. Recent research has found that the term “pain” is not just a metaphor but is based on the finding that social pain is processed in the same brain regions where physical pain is processed. In addition, similar drugs can alleviate both physical and social pain. For social species, like elephants, horses, sheep, rats, guinea pigs, dogs, and humans, social pain plays a powerful role in one’s well-being and quality of life. For today’s domestic dog, the issue may be of greater importance than for any other species on Earth. Evidence indicates that through domestication the emotional bonding propensity of dogs toward humans has been greatly amplified, which appears to have resulted in both greater joy for dogs when in the company of humans, but also greater suffering when denied human companionship. Only by educating all those who care for dogs will “man’s best friend” receive the care they so strongly deserve.
After the webcast, join us on Maddie’s Pet Forum to continue the discussion: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastSocialPain
This webinar will be recorded and has been pre-approved for 1.0 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credits by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and by the National Animal Care & Control Association.
REGISTER HERE https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastSocialPainRegister
Presenter
Franklin D. McMillan, DVM, served as the director of well-being studies at Best Friends Animal Society from 2007 to 2020. In that role, his research involved the quality of life, mental health, and emotional well-being of animals who had endured hardship, adversity, and psychological trauma. He has published in scientific journals the first studies of dogs rescued from puppy mills, hoarding situations, and abusive environments. The work has included the psychological health of puppies born sold through pet stores or over the Internet. Before coming to Best Friends, he was in private practice for 23 years as well as clinical professor of medicine at the Western University of Health Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. McMillan is board- certified in the veterinary specialties of small animal internal medicine and animal welfare. He lectures worldwide and is the author of the textbook Mental Health and Well-Being in Animals (now in its 2nd edition) and a book for the general public titled Unlocking the Animal Mind.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastSocialPainRegister

Online Event – 10/6/22 – Live from the Ranch with Dr. Erica Feuerbacher, Allison Kao, and Dustin Longstreet – Karen Pryor Academy
2022-10-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Join Ken Ramirez, KPCT’s Chief Training Officer, for a free virtual event on Thursday, October 6, at 12:00 pm (PT) with special guests Dr. Erica Feuerbacher, Allison Kao, and Dustin Longstreet. The episode will include real-time training demos, audience Q&A, and more!
WEBSITE LINK: https://theranch.clickertraining.com/live/#next

Webinar - 10/6/22 - Responding to Calls and Concerns about Bats - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2022-10-06 12:00 - 13:15 | Virtual
This webinar will examine the lives of bats in our urban communities and provide important information on how to respond to the public’s concerns about potential zoonotic disease transmission. The presentation will also focus on providing helpful guidance for agency phone and field responses that humanely and effectively resolve conflicts with bats. We will cover:

The life history and behavior of urban bats
Responding to concerns and fear about bats and diseases like rabies and COVID-19
Tips for trouble-shooting problems with bats over the phone and in the field
Effective rescue techniques for bats trapped in structures
Appropriate bat eviction and exclusion strategies when a colony is present

This webinar has been certified by the National Animal Care & Control Association and is approved for 1 Continuing Education Unit. Please refer to your NACA membership portal for current CEU submission process. Current NACA Members who attend the live presentation or watch the recording will be able to download a jointly issued attendance certificate that includes the National Animal Care & Control Association logo. Visit the NACA training page for a complete list of future trainings.

Founded in 1954, the Humane Society of the United States and its affiliates around the globe fight the big fights to end suffering for all animals. Together with millions of supporters, the HSUS takes on puppy mills, factory farms, trophy hunts, animal testing and other cruel industries, and together with its affiliates, rescues and provides direct care for over 100,000 animals every year. The HSUS works on reforming corporate policy, improving and enforcing laws and elevating public awareness on animal issues.

Presenter:
John Griffin has 20+ years of field experience ranging from resolving conflict issues with raccoons to protecting great apes. As Senior Director of Urban Wildlife Programs for the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), John oversees field service and policy programs that resolve conflicts with wildlife. John has provided trainings and consultation for animal care and control, municipal agencies and state agencies. He has led workshops at national, state and regional conferences, and has been a speaker at academic and international conferences. John has also worked extensively with the professional wildlife rehabilitation community as well as to reform the commercial wildlife control industry and serves on advisory boards and working groups with those focuses. John is published on a number of topics and was recently a National Geographic Expedition team member exploring raccoon behavior in urban areas.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/responding-to-calls-and-concerns-about-bats/

Webinar - 10/6/22 - The Art of Treating Addison’s Disease - VETGirl (fee applies)
2022-10-06 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual
Do they really need all those meds?
In this 1-hour, VETgirl small animal webinar, Dr. Julia Bates, DACVIM (SAIM) reviews hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s disease) including treatment and controlling cost. Tune in to get a clinical update to help you with diagnosis, treatment and medication OPTIMIZATION!
Not a VETgirl ELITE member? Get your learning on with the #1 veterinary CE resource – clinically relevant, practical, and accessible 24/7 on your own time! Don’t miss out – click HERE to join now! 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.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/october-6-2022-the-art-of-treating-addisons-disease/

Webinar - 10/6/22 - 5 Games to Teach Your Dog to Stay Connected - FDSA (fee applies)
2022-10-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
Do you struggle to get your dog to pay attention to you? Is your dog really distracted during training or trials? Do you sometimes wonder how you can build attention and connection between you and your dog?
Dogs disconnect from their handlers for lots of reasons, and it’s a very frustrating problem to have! Thankfully, there are things that you can do to help prevent your dog from disconnecting!
In this webinar you’ll learn 5 simple games to teach your dog how to stay connected to you during training sessions. These games will cover some of the more common reasons that your dog disconnects and will improve your training, reduce frustration for all parties, and increase your odds of success in trial situations!
Teach these games early, listen to your dog, systematically increase criteria and distractions, and you’ll have a willing engaged partner during training sessions!
Please Note: This webinar is back by popular demand. Please check your webinar library before purchasing.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Hybrid Conference - 10/7/22 to 10/8/22 - The Gathering: A Virtual CARE Convening - CARE (fee applies)
2022-10-07 06:00 - 13:00, 2022-10-08 06:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
THE GATHERING is a place to listen to proximate leaders identify their barriers and share their successes to create equitable solutions. The in-person conference takes place on Friday, October 7 from 9am – 4pm ET and Saturday October 8 (in-person only) from 9am – 2pm ET in Philadelphia.
Want to join virtually? You can get an all day pass to watch the Friday presentations at The Gathering virtually for just $35.
The Gathering is an introduction to the Human and Animal Well-being framework in which CARE’s mission-driven work is illustrated. As such, we’ve designed a day that focuses on community wisdom and the unique perspective of Black, Indigenous, and other people of color identified as proximate leaders through our CARE Center program.
CARE views this as a great opportunity for human and animal well-being stakeholders to do some deep listening and take this knowledge to contribute to opportunities with individuals and communities who lack direct engagement or investment by animal welfare. By sharing the work of people of color, who are historically underfunded, we hope to elevate and inspire continued collaboration and support.
WEBSITE LINK: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-gathering-a-virtual-care-convening-tickets-425035932917

Webinar - 10/9/22 - Lesión Renal Aguda-Cuando cada minuto cuenta (Acute Kidney Injury: Because Time is of the Essence) - VETGirl
2022-10-09 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
En este webinar libre de costo, de 1-hora de VETgirl en Español, el Dr. Leonel Londoño, DVM, DACVECC, detalla los criterios de diagnóstico utilizados para la detección temprana de la lesion renal aguda (LRA) en pacientes de especies pequeñas. Sintonicenos para aprender las diferentes patologías asociadas con la lesion renal aguda, como también las diferentes terapias mejor utilizadas en sus pacientes.
In this complimentary, 1-hour Spanish VETgirl webinar, Dr. Leonel Londoño, DVM, DACVECC will outline the diagnostic criteria used for early detection of acute kidney injury (AKI) in small animal patients. Tune in to learn the different pathologies associated with AKI as well as the different therapies best used for your patients.
*NOTE: This webinar will only be available in Spanish.
Thanks to sponsorship from Congreso Veterinario de León, this webinar is FREE to all!
Not a VETgirl ELITE member? Get your learning on with the #1 veterinary CE resource – clinically relevant, practical, and accessible 24/7 on your own time! Don’t miss out – click HERE to join now!
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!
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/october-9-2022-lesion-renal-aguda-cuando-cada-minuto-cuenta-acute-kidney-injury-because-time-is-of-the-essence/

Online Course – Starts 10/10/22 – Creating Desirable Behavior Around Distractions – IAABC (fee applies)
2022-10-10 | Virtual
Michele Pouliot demonstrates and explains how to train reliable behaviors around surprises, temptations, and all those daily events that present challenges for dogs. Trainers working with companion and sports dogs, as well as guide dogs, will benefit from this!
This course will help you:

Identify what environmental cues trigger undesirable behaviors in each individual dog
Create an effective training plan, teaching the dog to choose desirable behavior without human prompting in mild, and even highly distracting situations
Successfully manage challenging situations for both dog and handler

Full Students have instructor support in the class Forum to ask any questions you have during the course.
Auditors have access to course material only.
WEBSITE LINK: https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/creating-desirable-behavior-around-distractions/

Online Course - Starts 10/11/22 - Shelter Cat Behavior Mentorship with Trish McMillan - Shelter Behavior Hub (fee applies)
2022-10-11 | Virtual
The Shelter Cat Behavior Mentorship is now open for enrollment! This is an on-demand course, with your choice of weekly Zoom meetings Tuesdays at 7 PM or Wednesday at 10 AM, with discussion group in between. You have a year to complete the course, and are welcome to use the webinars for staff training. We will cover all aspects of shelter cat behavior, from intake to assessment, to post-adoption support. With the help of your peers from all over the world, we will explore the latest science and best practices in building your shelter behavior programming to meet and exceed industry standards, and to give every cat in your care the best chance at a great life.
This 13-week deep dive into all things shelter cat behavior helps you create behavior SOP’s for every part of the sheltering process. Weekly live zoom meetings and a discussion board for homework will help you make changes and save cats!
When does the course begin?
The course opens and first meetings are October 11th, 2022.e, with the option to go month by month afterward.
What topics are covered?
Module 1: ASV Guidelines, The Five Domains and Capacity for Care
Module 2: The Biology, Reproduction, and Genetics of Cats
Module 3: Intake and Assessment
Module 4: Cat Body Language and Handling
Module 5: The 3 Ps! Policy, Procedure, and Protocol
Module 6: Enrichment and Co-Housing
Module 7: Working With Volunteers, Fosters – also, Kittens!
Module 8: Daily Rounds and Working and Medical Staff
Module 9: Most Common Behavior Issues In Cats
Module 10: More Behavior Problems and Treatment
Module 11: Community Cats, Working Cats, and TNR
Module 12: Criteria Setting, Euthanasia, Compassion Fatigue
Module 13: Adoption and Post-Adoption Support
Is this a live course?
The answer is yes & no! You have your choice of one of two meeting times weekly via zoom (Tuesdays at 7pm EST and Wednesday at 10am EST). For those who cannot make those live meetings, they will be recorded for viewing later. New modules are released on Mondays.
What if I cannot complete the course in 13 weeks?
No need to worry! You have up to a year to complete the course, with the option to go month by month afterward.
WEBSITE LINK: https://trish-s-school-bcb6.thinkific.com/courses/shelter-cat-behavior-mentorship

Webinar - 10/11/22 - Building Training Plans for Skittish Dogs - GoodPup
2022-10-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
What better way to start the month of October off by talking about how to work with skittish dogs.
Understanding why they get so easily spooked and ideas to help them better address their stress when they are is essential for them to be happier and more relaxed within their life.
Join us for a round table discussion on “Building Training Plans for Skittish Dogs” where you can bring your own ideas and questions directly to the conversation.
About the Presenter:
Kait Hembree VTS (Behavior), CVT, KPA CTP, Head of Training at GoodPup
Kait Hembree and her team designed the GoodPup Training Program using the latest scientific research and positive reinforcement training techniques. Kait’s career in Animal Behavior spans decades. She has extensive experience working with behavior modification both in and outside veterinary practices and animal shelters. She regularly consults as a dog behavior expert across the country.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/building-training-plans-for-skittish-dogs-tickets-422677508807

Webinar - 10/12/22 - Quality Time: Standards for Entering & Using Data - The AAWA
2022-10-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
The insights that data provide are only as good as the quality of data entered. By standardizing definitions and data entry practices, we can ensure the highest quality data — within organizations, regionally, and nationally. In this session, you’ll:

Get a sneak preview at the NEW Data Dictionary that will be released this fall by Shelter Animals Count
Explore challenges with animal-level data and what’s needed next
Gain a deeper understanding of standard definitions of data fields and terms in the industry
Learn to ensure high-quality data entry within your organization

Presented by Stephanie Filer, Shelter Animals Count
This live and recorded program is approved for 1 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit and pending approval for NACA CEs.
WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/10-12-22

Webinar - 10/12/22 - State of Telehealth in Veterinary Medicine - The Bridge Club
2022-10-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
This conversation will share the latest and greatest data on where we are as a profession with telehealth. One of the founders of the VVCA and founder of the Animal Policy Group, Mark Cushing joins us for a candid conversation about what is working and what is not. Mark will also dive into the future, is it dim, bright or glaring?
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.thebridgeclub.com/events/state-of-telehealth-in-veterinary-medicine

Webinar - 10/13/22 - Dog Body Language - Best Friends
2022-10-13 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
During this webinar you’ll learn how to be a better advocate for dogs in your shelter, decrease length of stay, and create more positive outcomes – all by documenting dog behavior. Our experts will share common challenges of sharing and documenting dog behavior in the shelter setting. We’ll also discuss what barriers we might be creating and how to use objective and factual language when speaking with potential adopters and fosters.
This webinar is part of the Fall 2022 Webinar Series. Each webinar is pre-recorded and registering by October 12 gets you first access delivered directly to your inbox on the webinar date. Register for all five webinars or choose only the ones relevant to you.
Presenters:

Tierney Sain – National Mentorship Program Specialist, Best Friends Animal Society
Jess Cieplinski – Dogtown Pathway Planner, Best Friends Animal Society

Moderator:

Kimberly Elman – National Mentorship Program Manager, Best Friends Animal Society

WEBSITE LINK: https://network.bestfriends.org/education/2022-fall-webinar-series-registration

Webinar - 10/13/22 - Door Dashing: Get a Grip on Your Escape Artist - FDSA (fee applies)
2022-10-13 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
Does your home have an open-door policy? As in, “The door’s open, WATCH THE DOG!”
An open door can mean a lot of exciting things to a dog: A chance to be the first to greet whoever’s out there; an opportunity for an unauthorized adventure through the neighbourhood; an invitation to chase after a squirrel, the mail carrier, a cyclist, or a moving car (yikes!).
This webinar will lay out all the possible ways you can get a proper grip on door dashing, from training useful behaviours to implementing easy management tips. Attendees will be able to apply some of these immediately after the webinar.
An open door will no longer be something to worry about! You can finally rest assured that your dog (and others) will be safe, even if the door is accidentally left open.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar - 10/13/22 - "I really don't want to get bit today”: Strategies for fractious patients with Dr. Marie Hopfensperger - ACVB (fee applies)
2022-10-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Most patients who demonstrate aggression in the veterinary setting do so out of fear. However, these fearful and fractious patients pose a real risk to veterinary team members. These cases can also be stressful and time-consuming. This talk will focus on practical strategies and sedation plans to enhance safety and reduce stress for all parties involved.
Marie Hopfensperger, DVM, DACVB is one of four board-certified veterinary behaviorists in the state of Michigan. She is an assistant professor at Michigan State University, where she runs the Behavioral Health & Wellness service. Her areas of clinical expertise include sedation of fearful and fractious companion animals, behavioral pharmacology, canine and feline aggression, and feline inappropriate elimination. Her current research is related to shelter dogs, specifically the assessment of their behavioral health and pharmacologic interventions to support their welfare while in the shelter, as well as evaluation of their behavior in the adoptive home environment. Dr. Hopfensperger was the first veterinarian ever to be selected as Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholars Fellow. Her focus during this fellowship was on developing a trauma-informed One Welfare model of animal-assisted therapy, such that programming is beneficial for both human and animal participants. She is a passionate advocate for veterinary student wellbeing and is humbled to have received two teaching awards in 2021.
WEBSITE LINK: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7236355939125286413

Conference - 10/14/22 to 10/17/22 - Texas Unites for Animals Conference 2022 - Texas Unites for Animals
2022-10-14 06:30 - 18:00 | Renaissance Austin Hotel, Austin, TX, United States
The Texas Unites for Animals Conference provides animal welfare professionals the opportunity to connect, share, and work together to improve the lives of pets and people in their communities. At the Texas Unites for Animals Conference, you will find hundreds of animal advocates from Texas and our surrounding states coming together for professional development and a chance to broaden their network in the animal welfare industry.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.texasunites.com/the-conference/

Online Event - 10/15/22 - 2022 Online Fundraising Day - Community Cats Podcast (fee applies)
2022-10-15 07:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Join Community Cats Podcast on Saturday, October 15, 2022, for a full day of tips, tricks, and best practices on raising funds during challenging economic times. You’ll hear from animal welfare, nonprofit leaders, and other fundraising professionals on a range of topics, from engaging donors to fundraising virtually to tracking the effectiveness of your fundraising efforts. Be inspired with new ideas for reaching your fundraising goals.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/2022-online-fundraising-day/

Online Event - 10/16/22 - 2022 Online Diversity Day - Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
2022-10-16 07:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Join Community Cats Podcast on Sunday, October 16, 2021, for a day of discussion and exploration of diversity in feline rescue featuring experts from the animal welfare world. The day includes a variety of online sessions covering everything from removing barriers to participation in rescue organizations to how shelters might consider caring for a wider variety of cats with disabilities. The unique perspective you’ll be presented with will help you learn about the challenging issues around diversity in our community cat environment. Bring your questions!
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/2022-online-diversity-day/

Online Course – Starts 10/17/22 – Compassion Fatigue Strategies Plus – University of Florida – Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program (fee applies)
2022-10-17 | Virtual
Compassion Fatigue Strategies Plus is a unique online course designed to support people who work with animals. In this four module, self-paced class, you will establish a foundation of knowledge to help you better understand and transform your experience with compassion fatigue (aka empathy strain), burnout, and stress. Course begins 10/17/2022–12/18/2022.
The course will help you recognize signs and symptoms of compassion fatigue, burnout, and vicarious trauma, learn how to reduce stress injury, increase your self-care and team-care practices, build compassion satisfaction, restore resiliency, and make successful changes in your life and in your organization.
In live calls and recorded modules, you will learn critical resilience skills, such as: self-awareness, self-regulation + grounding techniques, intentional perspective + cognitive reframing, self-care and setting limits, social support and debriefing, and how/when to seek mental health help. The live calls will be on Tuesday evenings at 8pm ET. Calls will be recorded and shared for those unable to attend the live session.
This class is a personal exploration to help you build the self-awareness necessary to manage the impact of compassion fatigue and other workplace stressors. Please be aware that the class work can be emotionally challenging.
By the end of class you’ll have a variety of practical strategies to help you manage and transform your experience with compassion fatigue and reduce overall stress. You’ll have a better understanding of yourself and how to engage in self-care that works for you, as well as how to support your staff using vicarious-trauma informed approaches, so that you can be well, while you continue to do good work!
WEBSITE LINK: https://sheltermedicine.vetmed.ufl.edu/education/continuing-education/compassion-fatigue-strategies/

Conference - 10/17/22 to 10/19/22 - 2022 Access to Veterinary Care Conference - ASPCA (fee applies)
2022-10-17 | Hilton Minneapolis St. Paul Airport, 3800 American Blvd E, Bloomington, MN, United States
The 2022 Access to Veterinary Care Conference, hosted by the ASPCA® and the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, is the first conference fully dedicated to the topic of Access to Veterinary Care (AVC). AVC considers individual pet and family circumstances with compassion and respect, improves welfare, and decreases suffering.
Financial support is available!
Support is available by application to qualifying attendees of this year’s conference and will be accepted on a rolling basis as funds are available for the following:

Individuals who bring an underrepresented voice, experience, or perspective to the conference (sponsored by Maddie’s Fund)

Conference support will assist with the costs of travel, lodging, and meals. Awardees will also receive a code for free conference registration (please wait to register if you are applying for conference support). Note that even though the conference is sold out, scholarship recipients will receive a code to register. More information can be found here.
WEBSITE LINK: https://events.bizzabo.com/avcconference
