Shelter Learniverse

Webinar - 9/28/23 - Raise More from Your Community: Peer to Peer Fundraising and Virtual Day of Giving Campaigns - Best Friends
2023-09-28 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Year-end fundraising plans are under way, and Best Friends has a special webinar release to help take your fundraising to the next level.
In Raise More from Your Community: Peer to Peer Fundraising and Virtual Day of Giving Campaigns, two of our digital fundraising experts share best practices and examples, tips on choosing the right tool for you, and how to run a virtual campaign.
Speakers from Best Friends Animal Society will be:
Kate Moore, director of digital engagement
Erin McEwan, digital fundraising programs specialist.
This webinar is pre-recorded and will be emailed to registrants on September 28, at 5 p.m. EDT. Sign up now to receive this recording for free and learn how to empower your community to raise money for your organization.
WEBSITE LINK: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/87dd04b5b92d4cf5b7b1266735317358

Online Event - 9/28/23 - Shelter Behavior Roundtable: Maintaining Essential Behavioral Care When Times Are Tough - ASPCAPro
2023-09-28 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Are animals lingering longer in your shelter’s care while intakes continue to add up? The latest Shelter Animals Count report confirms this trend is real and likely to continue through the end of 2023. With this in mind, we have put together a special roundtable discussion to share valuable insights on how organizations can optimize their limited resources to ensure the behavioral well-being of shelter animals. Join us Thursday, September 28th, from 3 – 4 p.m. ET. We’re eager to answer your questions and share essential behavior support strategies that can make a real impact on the lives of animals.
Takeaways

Tips on preventing behavioral deterioration
How to define essential behavior support when resources are limited
How integrated care can improve behavioral wellness

Suited for
All shelter professionals and volunteers.
Presenters
Elise Gingrich, DVM, MPH, MS, DACVPM, DABVP (Shelter Medicine Practice), Senior Director, Shelter Medicine Shelter Services, ASPCA
Emily Swiniarski, DVM, Medical Director
Rachel Maso, CPDT-KA, Director of Animal Behavior, Adoption Center, ASPCA
Marcelena Richard-Mace, Senior Director of Operations, Atlanta Humane Society
Katy Mahaley , CPDT-KA, Director, Behavioral Sciences Team, ASPCA
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/shelter-behavior-roundtable-maintaining-essential-behavioral-care-when-times-are

Webinar - 9/27/23 - Keeping People and Pets Housed - The AAWA
2023-09-27 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Animal welfare advocates are on the front lines and able to provide information, guidance, and resources to people with pets facing housing challenges. This session will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to provide compassionate and effective case management for any program working with vulnerable pets. You will also learn how to collaborate with the human services sector in your community to improve outcomes in keeping people and pets together.
Additionally, we will discuss laws that help tenants combat being denied housing due to their pets. Keeping pets housed requires keeping people housed. In 2022, the Humane Society of the United States launched its first pet-inclusive housing mentorship with the Cleveland Animal Protective League and Richmond SPCA. Attendees will see examples of geographic information system (GIS) mapping to identify areas of need in their communities and learn how to use a combination of data, policy change, and safety net programming to help families maintain or secure pet-inclusive housing.
Presenters:

Sharon Harvey, President & CEO, Cleveland Animal Protective League
Garrett Parsons, Pet Support Supervisor, Found House Interfaith Housing Network
Dianne Prado, Founder & Director, Housing Equity & Advocacy Resource Team (HEART LA)

WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/9-27-23

Webinar - 9/26/23 - Finessing a Fear Free Stay: Safe Animal Handling - Fear Free
2023-09-26 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Do you have the occasional high-intensity, fearful, or shy pet stay with you while their pet owners are away? These pets often need a little extra care to feel safe and secure during their stay and play sessions. Join us to learn tips and tricks to reduce fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) in sensitive pups, ways to increase control with impulsive dogs, and strategies to set up a more serene space in our upcoming webinar.
Brought to you by our friends at Virox.
In this webinar, you will learn how to:

Recognize and respond respectfully to noted signs of FAS
Implement strategies that soothe high-intensity, impulsive dogs
Set up serene spaces for dogs to play and/or stay

Fear Free’s Lead Animal Trainer and Dog Behavior Counselor, Mikkel Becker, shares that from early life, it was clear her number one focus would be animals. Her training career started early with help from her childhood dog, a Wire Haired Fox Terrier named Scooter, who delighted in fun games like running in the opposite direction when called, leading the neighborhood bark patrol and terrorizing other dogs in a blaze of terrier-fueled fury. When frustration created what could have been rifts between dog and pet parent, pure love was instead able to bridge those gaps and create a wiser, more resilient child and dog. In pursuit of formal animal training education, Mikkel graduated from the San Francisco SPCA Dog Training Academy with Jean Donaldson to earn a Certificate in Training and Counseling (CTC), the Karen Pryor Academy to earn her KPA CTP credential, and the Purdue Dogs and Cats Course. Amongst Mikkel’s long list of achievements, she also achieved becoming a Certified Behavior Consultant Canine (CBCC-KA), a Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA) and a Certified Dog Behavior Counselor (CDBC). Mikkel also co-authored “From Fearful to Fear Free: A Positive Program to Free Your Dog from Anxiety, Fears, and Phobias” with Dr. Marty Becker and Dr. Wailani Sung.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SEsfR-fgTlC-_gHMCUACNQ

Webinar - 9/25/23 - The Anxiety Pendulum Presented by Jean Donaldson - PPG (fee applies)
2023-09-25 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
We have come a long way in applied dog behavior in the recognition and treatment of fear, stress and anxiety in dogs. From a veritable denial of its existence before the advent of the force-free training movement to a much broader and more sophisticated range of behavior modification, management and medication options today.
This webinar will look back at this history and then delve into whether we now might sometimes invoke anxiety and stress where it is inappropriate, why this might be, and why it would be better for dog welfare to avoid these errors.
Presented by Jean Donaldson
CEUs: 1 IAABC
Pending CEUs: PPAB , CCPDT , KPA , & PMCT
WEBSITE LINK: https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5368412

Webinar - 9/21/23 - Threshold: Is It What You Think It Is? - FDSA (fee applies)
2023-09-21 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
We all say things like “my dog is over threshold” or “keep him under threshold,” but do you really know what that means? We all know that being under threshold is best if we want stress reduction and good learning to take place, yet everyone has a different definition of threshold for their dog.
Do you want your dog to feel better emotionally and be in a good learning space mentally? Come examine the idea of threshold, how you can best determine it for your dog, and how getting it right can really accelerate the reduction of stress in your dog!
Presenter: Amy Cook, PhD
Note: This webinar is back by popular demand! Since it last ran in 2018, it will be re-recorded and updated for this event! However, you may wish to check your webinar library before purchasing.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar - 9/21/23 - Animal Shelter Safety: Proven Strategies to Reduce Serious Bites and Other Risks -CalAnimals
2023-09-21 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
When shelters are full, they’re at higher risk of safety-related incidents including falls, serious bites, and dog-to-dog altercations. Shelters often respond to safety incidents by increasing euthanasia, restricting animal movement, or introducing reactive rules and policies. Unfortunately, these measures do not address the underlying problems causing safety incidents, so they’re unlikely to be effective over the medium and long term.
The good news is there are lots of proactive steps animal shelters can take to improve safety and reduce risk. In this session, we’ll use real-life examples of dog bites, injuries, and other safety incidents to explore the roots of what went wrong and what corrective actions will help. We’ll specifically cover:
• The role of shelter rounds in maintaining and improving shelter safety
• Kennel safety/fight interruption equipment and maintenance
• Kennel enrichment to improve safety
• Quick and easy safety training for staff and volunteers
• Pre-contact disclosure protocol for staff and volunteers
• Locks vs. carabiners: which one is actually safer?
• The risks and benefits of cohousing dogs
This session is fast-paced and interactive and will leave attendees feeling empowered to create a culture of safety in their organization.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yICttaVdT66PKJIc5ez0Vg

Webinar - 9/20/23 - Free Dogs from Pain (and Fear) - Fear Free
2023-09-20 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Pain can be the cause of various behavioral concerns, and fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) will only amplify that pain – and vice versa! Join Dr. Tamara Grubb as she discusses the commonality and impact of chronic pain in dogs, diagnostic tools for osteoarthritis (OA) pain, and treatment options, including the use of monoclonal antibodies.
The journey from diagnosis to long-term pain management in osteoarthritic patients involves the entire veterinary healthcare team. This webinar will also discuss how you can maximize your team using a case-based approach for better treatment plans.
In this webinar, we will:

Identify the prevalence and impact of chronic pain in dogs
Discuss various tools available to diagnose canine osteoarthritis pain
Provide an overview of canine osteoarthritis treatment options, including the use of monoclonal antibodies
Share how to maximize the entire veterinary healthcare team in your osteoarthritis treatment plan from diagnosis to long-term management

Brought to you by our friends at Zoetis.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eJpgLehSTVK177A56B_SQw#/registration

Online Event - 1st and 3rd Wednesdays - Discover Your Best Life at Hatching Hour: Meaningful Conversations, Lasting Change - Hatching
2023-09-20 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Discover Your Best Life at Hatching Hour: Meaningful Conversations, Lasting Change! Looking to enrich your life, personally and professionally? Hatching Hour is your community. Our online gatherings serve up expert insights, compelling stories, and actionable wisdom to help you #LiveBetter and #WorkBetter.
Dive deep into transformative mindsets, tap in to your potential, and chart your journey towards a life filled with intention—all for free.
Elevate, inspire, transform. Start your next chapter with Hatching Hour. Your future self will thank you. Register now: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrc-yrqTwoEtUp4AzxOVdkbn59y7qpspQm#/registration
About José Ocaño:
José Ocaño has spent more than 15 years working to preserve and support the human-animal bond. Self-awareness, personal accountability, and relationship cultivation have been foundational as Jose navigates his career and life outside of work. At his first job with one of the largest animal shelters in the Arizona, Jose learned the importance of developing emotional intelligence, communication, and people skills to build meaningful relationships that inspire and motivate people to work better together. In 2017, after a decade of working to transform that organization, Jose joined Best Friends Animal Society, a national nonprofit organization where he served as the first Senior Director of People and Culture.
At Best Friends, Jose was responsible for leading dynamic teams, including Human Resources, Learning and Staff Development, Employee Experience, and Organizational Culture initiatives, and served as a strategic advisor to the Chief Executive Officer and Senior Leadership Team. Through collaboration, change, and innovative management, Jose and his team stewarded a workplace culture that was employee- and value-centric. These efforts positioned Best Friends to win multiple Top Workplace Awards since 2020.
In 2023, Jose launched Hatching, a company centered around helping people #LiveBetter and #WorkBetter. Hatching’s vision is to create a more peaceful world by helping people live with more compassion, gratitude, and self-worth. The goal of Hatching is to help people and organizations leverage their unique experiences and potential to make the workplace an environment where people can thrive. Jose believes that, together, we will make the world a better place by leading with intention, authenticity, and personal accountability.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrc-yrqTwoEtUp4AzxOVdkbn59y7qpspQm#/registration

Online Event - 9/18/23 - Expanding the Footprint of Vet Schools - The Bridge Club
2023-09-18 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
To open a new veterinary school is no small feat. We will bring and incredible conversation forward on what is coming and when, along with what this means for addressing the veterinary shortage.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.thebridgeclub.com/events/expanding-the-footprint-of-vet-schools

Online Meeting - Mondays - Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie - Maddie's Fund
2023-09-18 11:00 - 12:00, 2023-09-11 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Maddie’s Fund hosts a weekly 50-minute Zoom call for animal well-being professionals. These calls are a collaborative space to share exciting new programs and research, discuss uncomfortable topics, connect with peers in the industry, and more, all while sharing a common goal of preserving the human-animal bond.
Who Should Join?
Executive directors, animal well-being leaders, shelter workers, pet support professionals, volunteers, rescue organizations and anyone who shares the common goal of preserving the human-animal bond.
Win Ca$h for Attending!
Each month, Maddie’s Fund will be giving away up to $10,000 in grants. You can enter to win each time you attend a call or watch on-demand during the month by completing the giveaway drawing entry forms shared in the chat during the calls.
Register Today
Join us each Monday at 11am PT/2pm ET to receive support and learn about innovative ideas other organizations across the country are seeing success with.
All calls are recorded and uploaded to the Community Conversations page on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations
Please note: All views expressed on these calls are not necessarily endorsed by Maddie’s Fund.
WEBSITE LINK: https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations

Online Certificate Program – Starts 9/18/23 – Animal Shelter Behavioral Management Certificate Program – Humane Network/UoP (fee applies)
2023-09-18 | Virtual
The shelter environment is a very stressful place that affects the psychological well-being of the animals. Comprehensive behavior programs are essential to keep the animals behaviorally and emotionally healthy during their stay. This eight-week course will give you the knowledge and skills to develop an effective behavior program aimed at improving the welfare of the animals in your care.
UPCOMING DATES: 9/18/2023 – 11/12/2023
Who will benefit from this program?

Anyone currently affiliated with an animal shelter or rescue organization who wants to learn more about animal behavior as it relates to the shelter/foster environment.
Anyone who wants to improve the emotional wellbeing of the animals in your care.
Anyone seeking a behavior specialist position with an animal shelter or rescue organization.

What You Will Learn

Gain knowledge on how to read dog and cat animal body language and signaling
Learn techniques for safe, humane handling of the animals
Understand how the shelter environment effects the emotional wellbeing of the animals and how to use stress reduction techniques to improve welfare
Gain knowledge on how to keep the animals physically, mentally, and socially stimulated through shelter-wide enrichment programs
Understand the value of effective canine and feline behavior assessments
Obtain the knowledge and skills needed to implement training and behavior modification techniques to improve the behavior and emotional state of the shelter animals
Obtain skills needed to ensure quality customer service for adoption counseling and follow-up.

Continuing Education Units (CEUs): 4.8 CEUs
Course Code: UNSM 050
Course Price: $399
WEBSITE LINK: https://education.pacific.edu/education/professional-development/certificate-programs/leadership-health-certificates

Webinar - 9/17/23 - It’s a Zoo Out There! Canine Parasite Zoonotic Risks - VETGirl
2023-09-17 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Hooks, rounds, tapes Oh my!
In this complimentary, 1-hour VETgirl–Elanco webinar, Dr. Susan E. Little, DVM, PhD, DACVM (Parasitology) reviews important parasites and vector-borne pathogens of dogs that can also infect people and explains strategies for minimizing public health risks. Dr. Little will also discuss parasites that are not zoonotic despite common misimpressions. Join us as we sort through the zoo of companion animal zoonoses!
Thanks to sponsorship from Elanco, this webinar is FREE to all! (Remember: you must be logged in as a free Basic, ELITE Trial or ELITE member to register for the live event)
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 check out your options, including our new 14-day, no-commitment ELITE Trial.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/september-17-2023-its-a-zoo-out-there-canine-parasite-zoonotic-risks/

Online Course - 9/16/23 - Return-to-Field: How Shelters Save Community Cats - Community Cats Podcast
2023-09-16 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Presented by Neighborhood Cats. It used to be that a feral cat had little chance of exiting a shelter alive after he entered. But that’s no longer the case. In recent years, more and more shelters have adopted Return-to-Field (RTF) programs. Instead of euthanizing healthy community cats (whether feral, friendly or otherwise), the shelter will spay or neuter, eartip and vaccinate, then return the cat back to where he was found. We’ll cover the policies behind RTF, the mechanics of implementing the program, current controversies over the RTF of friendly cats, and how to combine RTF with TNR in general to lower cat populations and create sustainability.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/return-to-field-how-shelters-save-community-cats-presented-by-neighborhood-cats-sept-2023/

Grant Opportunity - 9/15/23 to 9/29/23 - More Pets and People Together Grant Period - California for All Animals
2023-09-15 | Virtual
The UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program (KSMP) is announcing requests for proposals for the California for All Animals (C4AA) Program. We are excited to partner with you to make an impact on animal shelters and communities in California.
The More Pets and People Together Grants application period will be open to eligible organizations in California for 15 days beginning on Friday, September 15, 2023 at 7:00am PDT and ending on Friday, September 29, 2023 at 7:00pm PDT.

This grant cycle will focus on removing barriers in four focus areas:

Adoptions
Foster programming
Return to home/community/field
Intake prevention services

We welcome innovation outside these focus areas in an outcomes process not listed above.

We recognize that sustainable change takes place over extended periods of time, and we encourage organizations to use this funding opportunity to commit to any of the following incremental changes aimed at dismantling barriers and building bridges within the community. Each organization’s unique circumstances (whether it be budget, staff capacity, or general community resources) will dictate their approach.

For additional guidelines, resources, and to apply, visit our website.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.californiaforallanimals.com/grants/mppt-grants/

Webinar – 9/14/23 – Persuading people through the power of data – Best Friends
2023-09-14 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The most successful industries know how to use data to their advantage and animal welfare is certainly no exception. Our expert-led webinar series, using the latest in data technology, can help you do even more to convert numbers into action. Join director of Enterprise Analytics Michelle Dunivan and data scientist Maureen Gillespie for our three-part series, which will cover how to navigate your data, identify opportunities for improvement, make decisions about resource allocation, monitor progress toward even the most ambitious lifesaving goals, and talk about what’s on the horizon with Shelter Pet Data Alliance (SPDA).
Following each webinar, there will be a Q&A portion. Submit your questions ahead of time during registration or live at the event using the Q&A box.
Lifesaving with the Latest Data Technology
Webinar 1: Using data to build and track effective programs
August 17, 2023 5:00 PM Eastern Time
At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will understand:

What your organization’s numbers mean in everyday language;
How analyzing data can uncover opportunities for improvement; and
Ways to use data for tracking successes and setbacks.

Webinar 2: Persuading people through the power of data
September 14, 2023 5:00 PM Eastern Time
At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will understand:

The ways data plays a role in compelling storytelling;
How to talk about your organizational strengths and current challenges; and
How to mobilize the community to support your organization in the fight to save lives.

Webinar 3: Get to know Shelter Pet Data Alliance
October 12, 2023 5:00 PM Eastern Time
At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will understand:

How Shelter Pet Data Alliance accesses real-time data from shelters across the U.S.;
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about SPDA; and
Exciting future developments in store for the tool.

WEBSITE LINK: https://bestfriends-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/3516904029550/WN_Qh63akEmRAyXVc7aNujT6A

Webinar - 9/14/23 - Dog Bites and Attacks: Cases and Trends - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2023-09-14 12:00 - 13:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
This webinar will teach you how to handle a dog attack case, give you tips on investigating your case, offer strategies, and help you navigate the nuisances in dog bite cases. You will hear about current trends and stories about real cases and their outcomes.
This webinar will cover:

Why dogs attack & types of attacks
Who are your defendants
How animal cruelty/neglect plays a role in dog attacks
Tips on investigating cases
Why criminal case is important to civil case
Restitution and the lack of a civil remedy
Plaintiff’s Strategies & Theories of Law
Evidence & Damages
Defense strategies & defenses
Insurance
Impacting a Jury
Case of a Dog Bite -breakdown

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.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/dog-bites-and-attacks-cases-and-trends/

Webinar - 9/14/23 - Maddie's Insights: Social Behavior & Implications for Bonded Pairs in Group-housed Shelter Cats - Maddie's Fund
2023-09-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Little is known about the social behavior of cats living in group housing at shelters. In a series of studies, we recorded all the social behavior occurring between cats living in group housing and compared cats who were introduced at the shelter versus those who were surrendered together. We then followed up by specifically examining social behavior between cats who were labeled as bonded pairs or adopted together. Cats who were labeled as bonded pairs had a longer time to adoption, but the relationship between this designation and social behavior was weak. Recommendations will be provided for identifying bonded pairs.
Learning Objectives:

Identify positive social (prosocial, affiliative) behavior in cats
Understand that being surrendered together is not adequate evidence for bonding
Recognize the link between behavior and social bonding in cats

Program Agenda:

General overview of social behavior in cats
Review of research regarding social behavior in group housed shelter cats and the impact of bonded pairs on adoption times
Limitations of identifying bondedness in cats
Recommendations for identifying bonded pairs

This one-hour 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. It has also been submitted for approval for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize RACE approval.
Zoom registration link: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcasts
MPF discussion thread: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsBondedPairs
About the Presenter:
Malini Suchak, PhD, Professor & Chair, Animal Behavior, Ecology, and Conservation at Canisius College
Malini Suchak, PhD is an award-winning associate professor of animal behavior, animal cognition (how animals think and make decisions) and animal wellbeing at Canisius University in Buffalo, NY. Her research explores how nonhuman animals think about other individuals in their social group and make decisions about their social relationships. She previously worked with chimpanzees and capuchin monkeys, and currently explores these questions in companion animals like cats and dogs. She is particularly fascinated with how companion animals navigate a multi-species world, interacting with others of their own kind, other pets, and their human companions.
Dr. Suchak also looks at how social interactions with others can impact an individual’s welfare, such as the impact of group housing on cats living in animal shelters. Cats are not known for being the most social creatures, so it is important to understand the impact of different housing systems on their well-being. Dr. Suchak and her research team routinely present the results of their research at local and international conferences and have published numerous papers on this topic in peer-reviewed journals.
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsBondedPairs

Online Conference - 9/14/23 - Fauna Connections: Using Data to Help Animals - Faunalytics
2023-09-14 09:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Fauna Connections is a remote symposium for animal advocates
on September 14, 2023 from 12:00pm to 5:30pm EST.
Academics and scientists from the social and behavioral sciences and related disciplines will present original research that discusses the real-life implications and recommendations for animal advocates.
During Fauna Connections, researchers will present their work in 10-minute presentations, followed by 5-minute Q&As. Breakout rooms will be available after each presentation to continue discussions. We will also have a panel from the Faunalytics research team, a keynote by Varda Mehrotra from Samayu, and posters from researchers. The symposium will end with a networking session for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). This event is made possible by a grant from Maddie’s Fund®, #ThanksToMaddie.
Register today for this free, informative symposium!
WEBSITE LINK: https://faunalytics.org/fauna-connections/

Webinar - 9/13/23 - In the Know About Noses: Health Trends in Brachycephalic Breeds - HSVMA
2023-09-13 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
With brachycephalic breeds like French Bulldogs, Boxers, and English Bulldogs routinely included in most popular breed lists in the U.S., the only thing more common than treating them in your practice may be strong feelings about their health. But how many of the things we know about brachycephalic breeds are supported by many years of pet health data? In 2022, Nationwide started publishing novel evidence-based pet health studies about cancer and diseases of aging pets, leveraging their 40 years of pet health experience and data to provide pet families and veterinary healthcare teams with tangible analysis and insights. This session will provide newly published insights into diseases of brachycephalic dogs, offering a data-informed approach to brachycephalic disease awareness, education, and management.
This program will:

Recognize the role that an evidence-based approach to brachycephalic disease management can take in practice
Discover how the relative risk of diseases (e.g., respiratory, neurologic, and ocular) differ among brachycephalic breeds and between other dog breeds
Consider practical health recommendations for pet families with brachycephalic dogs

This webinar is FREE for all attendees.
1.5 hours of RACE CE credits (medical) will be available for HSVMA members only.
Not yet a member? Join HERE!
WEBSITE LINK: https://hsvma.memberclicks.net/webinar-in-the-know-about-noses

Webinar - 9/13/23 - Intent vs. Impact: How to Respond When You Are Called Out For a Microaggression - The AAWA
2023-09-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Microaggressions are everyday acts that send harmful messages to minoritized groups—and they’re likely occurring in your workplace. These messages can be either direct or indirect. Those committing the actions are often unaware of the harm they cause. In this session, we define microaggressions, share examples of how they show up in the workplace, and discuss a framework for leaders to use when they deliver a microaggression to their colleague.
Presenter: Jasmin M. Robinson, Director of DEI Initiatives, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement
This webinar has been pre-approved for:

1 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credit
1 NACA CE
1 CE towards ACO CE requirements per Ch. 829 of the Texas Health and Safety Code by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)

WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/9-13-23

Webinar - 9/13/23 - Ask NKC: Q&A Session on Diarrhea - National Kitten Coalition
2023-09-13 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Come ask The National Kitten Coalition’s kitten experts, Susan Spaulding, aka ‘The Nation’s Kitten Mom’ and NKC’s Rosemarie Crawford, LVT, your most pressing kitten diarrhea questions!
You can submit your questions during the registration and during the webinar. You can also submit questions before the webinar using this link – https://forms.gle/WsxxyrtwuZ1bvVVq8
Presenters: Susan Spaulding & Rosemarie Crawford, LVT
WEBSITE LINK: https://kittencoalition.org/event/ask-nkc-qa-session-on-diarrhea/

Webinar - 9/12/23 - Preserving the Human-Animal Bond: A holistic approach to fear, anxiety, and stress - Fear Free
2023-09-12 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The human-animal bond between a pet and their caregivers, including the veterinary professional team, is vital to the safety and well-being of the pet. Join us as we discuss the science and history of the human-animal bond, a holistic view of various sources of stress that a pet may experience at home, and how to discuss and educate pet owners on identifying and reducing their pet’s fear, anxiety, and stress.
In this webinar, you will learn how to:

Identify potential sources of fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) in different aspects of a pet’s life
Evaluate the pet’s life holistically and proactively mitigate FAS that erodes the human-animal bond
Develop creative solutions to strengthen the human-animal bond in situations that may produce FAS

Brought to you by our friends at Covetrus.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sV7pUGkeQ1eC0-LkCBTI6A#/registration

Webinar - 9/12/23 - All About Transport: Moving Animals to Create Lasting Positive Impact - HASS
2023-09-12 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Want to learn how animal transport can make a massive difference for people and pets in your community, and beyond? This discussion-style webinar will cover how the strategic transport of animals saves lives while fostering stronger community bonds, alleviating strain on shelters, creating lasting positive impacts, and more.
Bring all your transport questions and learn from experts Clare Callison, Director of National Operations for Austin Pets Alive!, and Lindsay Hamrick, Director of Shelter Outreach & Engagement for the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). Clare brings a decade of transport experience all across the United States, building transport programs from scratch, and identifying and implementing best practices. Lindsay will speak to the transfer of animals as part of the relationship building aspect of the HSUS capacity building mentorship program. Vincent Medley, Maddie’s® Director of Human Animal Support Services, will moderate.
Register below, bring your questions, and join us live on Tuesday, September 12 at 5 p.m. CT. After the live event, a recording will be distributed to everyone who registers within 3 business days.
WEBSITE LINK: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/6016782060176/WN_oZ2BbNwfT9KPLBp8XUK26w

Online Event - 9/12/23 - The Roundtable: Help Your Team Thrive - The AAWA
2023-09-12 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
Is your team fulfilled by their work and engaged in the workplace? Do you worry they might be looking for opportunities to work elsewhere?
What a difference thriving team members make to daily operations and your organization’s long-term sustainability!
Three leaders will share their successful and cost effective strategies for engaging and supporting their teams. Panelists will discuss what has worked and not worked for employee engagement, offering inspiration and ideas your organization can consider. Conversation topics will include:

Taking care of staff before they become burned out or even think about quitting
Measuring and deepening engagement with team members to boost retention
Identifying how to adopt and adjust policies that can help your team thrive
Learn about the SEEDs* assessment and how it can help you understand what your staff needs to succeed

* Shelter Employee Engagement & Development Survey
The Roundtable Panel:

Leah Craig, Executive Director, Brother Wolf Animal Rescue
Rachel Levine, Director of People Development Dumb Friends League
Steven Rogelberg, Professor of Organizational Science, Management, & Psychology, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Moderated by Jim Tedford, CAWA, President & CEO, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement
WEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/RT-09-12-23

National Shelter Medicine Rounds – 9/12/23 – Can heartworm treatment be faster, cheaper and more accessible—and still safe and effective? – University of Wisconsin Shelter Medicine Program
2023-09-12 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual
The University of Wisconsin Shelter Medicine Program is thrilled to announce the next installment of National Shelter Medicine Rounds!
National Rounds is a platform for discussion of current topics relevant to shelter medicine for continued learning and collaboration. While primarily intended or shelter veterinarians, others interested in shelter medicine are welcome to join; we believe everyone will take something away from these calls! The next national rounds call will take place Tuesday, September 12th from 2:30 to 3: 30 Central Time.
The topic of presentation and discussion this week will be “Can heartworm treatment be faster, cheaper and more accessible – and still safe and effective? (Yes. With caveats.)” by our lovely guest speakers, Dr. Linda Jacobson and Dr. Karen Ward.
Some veterinarians adhere closely to the American Heartworm Society Guidelines, while many (maybe most?) use their favourite short-cuts and modifications. This talk is an evidence-based discussion of what modifications can and can’t be justified, and where established orthodoxy and traditional approaches do and don’t make sense. It centers around the two talks we presented at the AHS Symposium in 2022 – one on our shorter, less expensive 3-dose melarsomine study, the other about an accessible alternative to melarsomine (moxi-doxy or “slow kill”). We’ll also challenge the audience to think about universal testing and the necessity of testing before prescribing preventives, treating heartworm in shelters, and more.
We hope to have an open discussion, so come with questions and feel free to unmute to participate! Our hope is to create a space that feels safe for all participants; we ask you to follow these Accountable Space guidelines. The presentation portion of National Rounds will be recorded, but the discussion and Q & A sessions will not.
If you or someone you know would like to be added to the national rounds email list, please send your request to nationalsheltermedicinerounds@vetmed.wisc.edu.
Please use the following Zoom link to access National Rounds calls: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/97442637396
Meeting ID: 974 4263 7396
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Zoom Meeting Link: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/97442637396

Conference - 9/9/23 to 9/10/23- The Great Big Dog Aggression Workshop: Meds, Moods, and Modification - Loose Leash Academy (fee applies)
2023-09-10 07:00 - 15:00, 2023-09-09 07:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Science Museum of Minnesota, St. Paul, Minnesota
Join Dr. Pachel and Mike as they take a deep dive into aggression and the underlying motivations for aggressive behavior in dogs. This will be an amazing two-day workshop with two of the most sought-after experts in the dog behavior world!
Register Now
Early Bird Tickets (before June 1, 2023): $265; After June 1, 2023: $310
Workshop location:
Science Museum of Minnesota
120 W Kellogg Blvd
St. Paul, MN 55102
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.wedontdosit.com/gbda

Online Course –9/9/23 – Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
2023-09-09 14:00 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | 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.
This course/webinar/series/conference has been approved for Continuing Educational Units by the National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA). National certificate holders can submit for credit consistent with the NACA CEU policy located https://nacatraining.org/continuing-education-recertification/
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/the-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-sept-2023/
