Shelter Learniverse

Conference - 9/10/21 to 9/12/21 - Midwest Animal Sheltering Conference - Missouri Coalition of Animal Care Organizations
2021-09-12 06:30 - 12:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | Stoney Creek Hotel and Conference Center, 2601 S Providence Rd, Columbia, MO, United States
Join Missouri Coalition of Animal Care Organizations for the Midwest’s annual conference designed exclusively for animal rescues and shelters. Whether you’re a rescue volunteer, executive director, foster coordinator, or shelter veterinarian, the conference offers sessions for all levels of engagement. Workshops and sessions feature nationally-renowned speakers that present on hot topics in animal sheltering and rescue. The conference offers an invaluable opportunity to network and form vital relationships with your colleagues that are facing the same challenges as you every day. We come together to celebrate your victories and to find solutions to common problems, because collectively we can save more lives and have happier animals while doing it.
DETAILS
The 2021 Midwest Animal Sheltering Conference will take place at Stoney Creek Conference Center in Columbia, MO on September 10-12, 2021. Hotel rooms will be available at Stoney Creek.
Full details at https://www.missourianimals.org/aboutmasc.
SPONSORS
Please e-mail masc@missourianimals.org if your organization would like to sponsor or exhibit at the conference.
WEBSITE LINK: https://fb.me/e/eprLstWuX

Online Event - 9/12/21 - Online Return to Home Day - Community Cats Podcast (fee applies)
2021-09-12 07:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Join Community Cats Podcast on Sunday, September 12, 2021 for Online Return to Home Day, featuring experts from the animal welfare world. We’ll explore what “home” means to a kitty, as well as the ways the animal welfare community can help cats find homes, stay in homes, and get back to their homes when they’ve wandered too far from the caretakers that love them.
WEBSITE LINK: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7017966531830232336

Online Course - 9/12/21 to 9/14/21 - California Licensing Curriculum (CLC) - CVMA (fee applies)
2021-09-12 08:50 - 17:00, 2021-09-13 07:50 - 17:30, 2021-09-14 07:50 - 16:30 | Virtual
The California Licensing Curriculum (CLC) is a 3-day virtual course offering a total of 27 CEU hours designed to meet the requirements of the California Curriculum for qualified veterinarians to obtain a permanent veterinary license in California without taking the state board examination.
Due to COVID-19, the California Department of Consumer Affairs has issued a temporary waiver allowing this course to be conducted virtually.
Veterinarians who wish to become licensed in California under the Business and Professions Code sections 4848(b) or 4848(c) are required to attend the entire course in order to receive a certificate of completion. Attendees are required to log in each morning to verify full attendance of the course. Topics covered in the CLC course are listed in California’s Code of Regulations. California-licensed veterinarians who would like to attend the CLC course for continuing education credit are also welcome!
The curricula will focus on small and large animal diseases consistent with the current proportion of small and large animal veterinarians practicing in the state.
View program schedule
Registration
Registration Deadline: September 3, 2021
4 ways to register:

Register online
Fax registration form to 916.646.9156
Mail registration form to the CVMA office
Call 800.655.2862 to register over the phone

Download PDF for faxing or mailing
Registration Fee:

$595, if registered by July 30, 2021
$650, if registered after July 30, 2021

Registration Includes:

27 CEUs
Syllabus (hardcopy mailed to attendee)
Certificate of Completion
One year CVMA membership (upon completion of your license)

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

By registering for the California Licensing Curriculum (CLC), attendee agrees to the terms and conditions.
SEMINAR CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY:
All cancellation requests must be received in writing via email, mail or fax to the CVMA office no later than August 20, 2021, to receive a full refund, less a 10% administrative fee. No refunds will be issued for registrations received or cancellations made after August 20, 2021. Mail: Attn: Meeting & Events Department – California Veterinary Medical Association – CLC, 1400 River Park Drive Suite 100, Sacramento, CA 95815. By fax: 916.646.9156; Email: staff@cvma.net.
The purchase of webinar attendance is for use by the attendee only and login/passwords provided by CVMA should not be shared with others; doing so may hinder your own access, as webinar is by pre-registration only.
Course materials provided by CVMA is for use by the registered attendee only and should not be reproduced or shared with others.
The virtual platform CVMA uses allows audio, documents, materials, chat, and Q&A exchanged or viewed during the session may be recorded. By joining a session, you automatically consent to such recordings.
CVMA and its service provider of audio and online conferencing services are not responsible for unauthorized access to information by hackers or others that obtain access through illegal measures.

Questions:
For additional questions, please contact Lily Briggs at lbriggs@cvma.net or call 916.649.0599.

WEBSITE LINK: https://cvma.net/learning/cvma-ce-programs-2/temporary-license-curriculum/clc-course-information/

Online Course – Starts 9/13/21 – Feline Behavior Solutions: Teaching Foundation Behaviors for Modifying Behavior – IAABC (fee applies)
2021-09-13 | Virtual
Modification of any problematic or unwanted behavior requires mechanical skill, knowledge of species-specific behavior, and experience with a variety of strategies and techniques. This course will provide opportunities for anyone who works with cats to gain all of that, and more. Each of the five weeks is packed with information that can be directly and immediately applied to a variety of cat behavior cases, from aggression to anxiety and from fighting to fear.
This course was created for cat behavior consultants who are looking to take on more advanced cases, or cat lovers simply looking to teach cats specific skills. Content is relevant to anyone who works with cats in a professional, volunteer, or personal capacity.
WEBSITE LINK: https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/feline-behavior-solutions-teaching-foundation-behaviors-for-modifying-behavior/

Online Meeting - Mondays - Shelter and Rescue Support Call - Hosted by Maddie's Fund
2021-09-13 08:00 - 09:00, 2021-09-20 08:00 - 09:00
MONDAYS: 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM PT
Register for 2021: https://bit.ly/2MwQkz4
You need only register once to attend each recurring meeting throughout the year.
WATCH REPLAYS: https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations
These calls are for all shelter personnel, paid and unpaid. If you want to connect with colleagues from the US and Canada about how they’re navigating sheltering in a post COVID world, grab a coffee and start your week out with 300 people who have the same questions, ideas and worries as you.
Have someone in mind who would make a great speaker for HASS? Submit this form: https://www.humananimalsupportservices.org/connections-form/
Meeting Link: https://bit.ly/2MwQkz4

Webinar - 9/13/21 - Imagination and Creativity - Dr. Robert Hewings BSc. MA. D/Prof - PPG (fee applies)
2021-09-13 11:00 - 12:30 | Virtual
Consider this; do you know a person that thinks outside the box? Has novel ideas, achievements, sometimes failures, is a problem solver, and demonstrates persistence and resilience? Are these people creative people? Could we as dog trainers assist our dogs in becoming creative in their work, in their problem solving?
The objectives for this webinar will encourage the candidates to think about and address the following:

How can we avoid frustration in our training?
How can we empower our dogs to commence problem solving?
How can we ‘spice up our training’ keeping our students and their dogs wanting more?

CEUs: PPAB 1.5, CCPDT (pending), IAABC (pending), KPA (pending)
About Your Presenter
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-4188568

Online Event - 9/14/21 - YouTube LIVE: Lepto Cliff Notes – Screen, Test and Treat Leptospirosis Better in Small Animal Practice - VETGirl
2021-09-14 10:00 - 10:30 | Virtual
About to see an azotemic, icteric, ADR, 10-pound Yorkie?
Here’s what you need to know! Join us for a complimentary, 30-minute VETgirl–Merck Animal Health YouTube LIVE event, where Dr. Natalie Marks reviews all you need to know about canine leptospirosis! Tune in to learn what breeds get it, what lab abnormalities are “classic” for it and which ones we might miss, and how to rapidly recognize and treat leptospirosis! Learn all things lepto over lunch!
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! NOTE: 7 days prior to the event the specific link for the event will replace the YouTube link above.
Thanks to sponsorship from Merck Animal Health, this YouTube LIVE event is free to all! Get free RACE-approved CE when you watch it LIVE!
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/september-14-2021-youtube-live-lepto-cliff-notes-screen-test-and-treat-leptospirosis-better-in-small-animal-practice/

Webinar - 9/14/21 - Protecting Your Pets and Wildlife from Traps - HSUS
2021-09-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Most pet owners and animal care professionals think that traps ( foot-traps/snares/body-grip/cage traps) are a danger for only a few winter months of the year for fur trapping. The reality is that in every state these devices can be legally set at any time in the name of predator control or “nuisance” wildlife control. Most pet owners would not recognize these devices, or know how to remove their pet from them if they were caught. This workshop will start by defining the dangers that can be out there 24/7/365. We will cover what they look like; where to expect to find them and how to remove your pet or other animals that might become caught. You will learn how to minimize the chance for your communities pets to get caught. Including how to pursue public posting of trapping activity, and how to seek Trap Free Zones where pet owners can take their companions to for safe hiking and exercise.
This webinar will be held on September 14th at 1:00 p.m. EDT.
Register for this webinar here or by clicking Learn More.
WEBSITE LINK: https://humanepro.org/trainings/protecting-your-pets-and-wildlife-traps

Online Event - 9/14/21 - Maddie's® Candid Conversation with Akisha Townsend Eaton - Maddie's Fund
2021-09-14 12:00 - 12:30 | Virtual
Join us for an open, informal 30-minute conversation and Q+A with Akisha Townsend Eaton, Attorney.

A former legislative attorney for Best Friends Animal Society and for the Humane Society of the United States, Akisha’s current work involves supporting groundbreaking advancements for animals through the Animal Legal Defense Fund’s litigation, legislative and criminal justice initiatives as well as for members of the public seeking legal assistance for animal-related matters.
In this discussion with Maddie’s Fund Executive Leadership Team member Mary Ippoliti-Smith, Akisha shares her story from multiple angles. She speaks of how the work of animal lifesaving and animal protection policy are interwoven and how ultimately all social policy can work together – especially in removing barriers created by systemic bias.
You may even hear from her newly adopted rabbit, Tiger!
Afterwards, continue the conversation with Akisha on Maddie’s Pet Forum: https://bit.ly/candidconvoakishatownsendeaton
WEBSITE LINK: https://maddiesfund-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAodO2srTsuHte1OkLNZyoMKtzxvUjNEzO7

Webinar - 9/14/21 - 'Tis the Season to Fundraise: How to Build Your Village of Support - HASS
2021-09-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
End of year fundraising is beginning very soon, if it hasn’t already! As your organization gears up to add more kibble to the bag, so you can support more people and pets, get your whole crew on board with your mission.
By building a culture of philanthropy, every employee and volunteer has the power to help maximize your Philanthropy. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to build a culture of ambassadors within your organization that will help expand your mission and the work you’ll be able to do in the coming year! The HASS Philanthropy Working Group will be LIVE to catch you up on the latest trends in fundraising in this webinar. Join Brian Daugherty, Chief Philanthropy and Communications Officer for San Diego Humane Society; Ashlee Droscher, Director of Development for the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria; Pam Hogan, Resource Development Coordinator for Riverside County Animal Services; and Stephanie Wells, Director of Development for Michelson Found Animals Foundation; live on September 14 at 2pm CT.
WEBSITE LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4516307002970/WN_KFzBNCW7QJ22nzNjFIdyuQ

Online Event - 9/15/21 - Mini Event: Global Climate Change Crisis and Animal Welfare - Humane Canada (fee applies)
2021-09-15 06:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
We humans have all likely heard the ongoing climate crisis by now, but what does this mean for our animal companions? The ongoing threats of global warming and climate change lay risk to animals and their ecosystems all over the globe, including animals used in industrialized agriculture, who are often associated with accelerating the issue. What exactly does the climate crisis entail for humans and animals alike? What can be done to stop it? Learn more in this unique, one-day event that focuses on climate change and they direct impacts it has on animals and their welfare.”

Join us on September 15 to learn from experts from across the country on the important connection between the global climate change crisis and animal welfare.
WEBSITE LINK: https://humanecanada.swoogo.com/minievents/1178268

Webinar - 9/15/21 - Building and Maintaining a Productive High Volume Foster Program That Serves the Animals YOU Need Help With - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
2021-09-15 10:00 - 11:15 | Virtual
Foster programs are a necessity in any animal shelter or rescue but creating and maintaining one that provides consistent positive output can be a challenge. Foster homes reduce in-shelter population, reduce stress on staff and animals, and provide much needed real-life information about adoptable animals. The challenge is creating a foster base that will consistently help with the animals your shelter needs help with; the medically challenged and/or behaviorally challenged population. What you will learn:

How to break down your foster program and rebuild it for success
The benefits of opening your foster program up to include all adoptable animals in your shelter and why that variety will help you sustain your program
How to streamline communication with foster parents

Other Webinars in this Series Include:

Dec 10: Recruiting the Next Generation to Your Agency
April 8: Staycations and Daycations – Building Short Term Foster Programs
July 8: Building and Maintaining a Productive, High Volume Fostering Program
July 22: The Care, Nurturing and Enrichment of Tame & Feral Volunteers

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

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

Presenters:
Amy Yeager has been with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control for 16 years and currently serves as the Foster/Rescue Coordinator. She manages a high volume, year-round foster program as well as works with local rescue partners to transport animals in and transport animals out. During her career, she has also served as a Kennel Attendant, Field Enforcement Officer, and Customer Service Representative so she brings a wealth of working knowledge to the Foster/Rescue programs. Amy has experience in completely breaking down and rebuilding foster programs to better fit the a
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/building-and-maintaining-a-productive-high-volume-foster-program-that-serves-the-animals-you-need-help-with/

Webinar - 9/15/21 - A Playbook Approach to Saving Lives in Animal Shelters - Rescue Disinfectants and Shelters United
2021-09-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Rescue Disinfectants in partnership with Shelters United brings you a webinar with Dr. Sara Pizano, on Wednesday, September 15 at 2 pm EST. Dr. Pizano has worked with more than 100 shelters all over the country, from small rural facilities to large urban shelters. In A Playbook Approach to Saving Lives in Animal Shelters, she’ll walk you through the steps each shelter, whether public or private and regardless of resources, can take to help and save more cats and dogs. Her focus will be on how just a little change in perspective can make a big life-saving difference.​​​​​​​
Plus, Danielle Loughton, RVT, will share how your organization can an average of save 14% per year on supplies you need and use every day!​​​​​​​
This presentation will discuss:

How to set up the animal welfare system in your community for guaranteed success
Advocating for responsible public policy
Population management best practices
Case studies of successful live outcome programs

A recording of the webinar will be available for later viewing.
WEBSITE LINK: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/249/3v4zmt6y

Webinar - 9/15/21 - The Role of Veterinarians in the Emerging Field of Wildlife Fertility Control - HSVMA
2021-09-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Due to the growing public opposition to the use of traditional, lethal methods for mitigating human-wildlife conflicts, wildlife managers are now exploring the use of innovative, nonlethal fertility control methods for managing wildlife populations. This presentation will illustrate the important roles that veterinarians are playing in the development and advancement of this emerging field of wildlife management.
Program Agenda:

General understanding about the major fertility control agents and surgical methods currently used to manage free-roaming wildlife populations. both surgical and non-surgical.

Detailed information on the use of surgical and non-surgical methods to sterilize and/or contracept white-tailed deer in urban landscapes in the US

Discussion of the critical roles that veterinarians serve in the development and implementation of wildlife fertility control research and/or management projects as well as efforts to educate the public, policymakers and the public

We hope you’ll join us for this important welfare-focused webinar. The webinar is open to all participants.
Presented by Randall E. Junge, MS, DVM, DACZM, DACAW; Kathleen A. Carey, DVM;
and Stephanie Boyles Griffin, Wildlife Biologist
This webinar is approved for 1.5 hours of RACE CE (medical category). RACE CE is available for free to HSVMA members. If you are not yet a member, please join before the webinar HERE.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.hsvma.org/webinar_wildlifefertilitycontrol

Online Course - Starts 9/16/21 - Canine Social Behavior - IAABC (fee applies)
2021-09-16 | Virtual
This course will teach you about canine communication, play, greetings, conflict resolution behaviors, and puppy social development. Dig into the science of canine social behavior, with an emphasis on dog-to-dog social interactions. Veterinarians, behavior consultants, trainers, groomers, kennel staff, shelter workers, day care staff, pet sitters, dog walkers, and keen guardians will all benefit from this course.
This course will help you:

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

Course Begins: September 16, 2021
Weekly online meetings begin: Sept 23 at 7pm Eastern
Duration: 5 Weeks
Instructor: Camille Ward, M.S., M.S., Ph.D., CAAB
Auditors may learn from other students but will not receive instructor feedback.
Auditors do not attend online meetings and meetings are not recorded.
Class Schedule
This is a 5-week instructor-led course. Each week includes a recorded lecture, a scheduled live discussion, required readings, and guiding questions. Knowledge of the lecture material will be assessed through participation in course discussions. Students will have access to the course material for 60 days after the course ends.
Course Completion/CEU Requirements
To receive CEUs and/or a certificate of completion:
Auditors must review all course material. This will be verified in the Learning Management System.
Full Students must review all course materials and required readings, attend the weekly class meetings, and prepare responses to a set of guiding questions for each weekly class meeting discussion. Students who miss more than one meeting will not receive credit for the course.
Students should expect to spend an average of 3-4 hours per week on course material and viewing, depending on individual speed of learning and the week’s materials.
Online Course Cancellation Policy

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

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

Webinar - 9/16/21 - How to Make the Most of Your Giving Day: Lessons from GivingTuesday & the Latest Trends - Network for Good
2021-09-16 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual
GivingTuesday’s Hacks for Giving Tuesday!
Looking at lessons learned from 2020, and current and projected trends for 2021. People are highly motivated right now, and giving them the opportunity to give back in their communities is effective and important.
In this webinar we will discuss:

Why engaging donors is crucial, especially in times of crisis
Why creating giving moments is important
Giving donors agency

WEBSITE LINK: https://www.networkforgood.com/resource/giving-tuesday-hacks/

Webinar - 9/16/21 - Hypothermia—What’s the Hype? - Think Anesthesia
2021-09-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
Register now for our next live Think Anesthesia® event: Hypothermia—What’s the Hype?. Presented by Heidi Reuss-Lamky, LVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia), (Surgery), Fear Free Elite Certified Professional on Thursday, Sept. 16th at 10am PDT | 12pm CDT | 1 pm EDT. Trouble with thermoregulation in patients under anesthesia? Learn the cold, hard facts of hypothermia as well as warmly embraced prevented measures that can easily be implemented into your routine patient management.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.thinkanesthesia.education/live-webinar/2021/08/hypothermia-whats-the-hype

Virtual Seminar - Thursdays in June - Shelter Behavior with Kelley Bollen - CalAnimals (open to non-members also)
2021-09-16 11:00 - 12:30
This 4 session VIRTUAL workshop designed for all levels of shelter staff will cover advice to resolve common dog and cat behavior problems to prevent surrender, a behavior perspective on intake and adoptions, canine behavior evaluations and decisions-making, and behavior modification in the shelter.
Each session is 90 minutes, from 11am to 12:30pm Pacific Time every Thursday in June, beginning June 4th.
The topics are:

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

Intake and Adoptions – A Behavior Perspective – June 11th

Canine Behavior Evaluations and Disposition Decision Making – June 18th

Behavior Modification in the Shelter – June 25th

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

6/4/2020 to 6/25/2020

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

Where:
VIRTUAL – 4 ZOOM WEBINARS

Presenter:
Kelley Bollen, MS, CABC

Contact:
Kathy Anderson
Kathy@CalAnimals.org

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

Webinar - 9/16/21 - Moira Hechenleitner - But is it Really Separation Anxiety? - FDSA (fee applies)
2021-09-16 15:00 - 16:00 | Virtual
The term “Separation Anxiety” had never been so widespread as it has been during pandemic and post pandemic times. But is it really Separation Anxiety that everybody is talking about? Is that dog who vocalizes while being left home alone for the first time after lock down actually experiencing Separation Anxiety? Or could it be something else? During this one-hour talk Moira will highlight the variety of issues that could be happening when a dog reacts while home alone, and will describe the crucial components of assessing and finding out what is truly going on so it can be successfully addressed.
Fee: $19.95 – Registration required PRIOR to scheduled presentation time.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Webinar - 9/16/21 - How to Create a Change: Change Management - VETGirl (fee applies)
2021-09-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Does your veterinary team LOVE change?
Didn’t think so…
In this VETgirl leadership webinar, Amy Newfield, CVT, VTS (ECC) reviews how to create change at your veterinary clinic and key steps for change management success. Tune in to learn what next steps you need to help your team make a change!
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.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/september-16-2021-how-to-create-a-change-change-management/

Webinar - 9/18/21 - Colony Caretaker Tips & Tricks - Community Cats Podcast
2021-09-18 11:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Ants getting into the cats’ bowls or slugs making mealtime a slimy mess? Raccoons invading your colony? Got fleas? How do you keep the water from freezing in the middle of winter? Or calm the irate neighbor whose flower bed has been turned into a litter box? Find out how to deal with these and many more colony caretaking challenges from Neighborhood Cats with their 20 years of experience dealing with all things community cat. Come and share your battle-worn secrets too!
WEBSITE LINK: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5767621695209337872

Online Course - Starts 9/19/21 - Beginning Behavior Consulting Mentorship with Sarah Filipiak - IAABC (fee applies)
2021-09-19 | Virtual
Are you new to behavior consulting or thinking about starting work in behavior? Are you already consulting and looking for advice regarding more advanced cases? Are you looking for help with specific cases or kinds of cases? If you’ve thought about taking on, or are new to, cases such as aggression towards strangers, dog-dog reactivity, resource guarding and separation anxiety, or you just want to brush up on your behavior chops, this mentorship is for you.
This mentorship will help you:

Understand how to determine and acknowledge your skill level.
Examine the difference between training and behavior modification.
Understand the basic principles of behavior modification and how they apply to all situations.
Understand how to communicate your expectations and clients’ options prior to accepting more challenging cases.
Understand how to write behavior plans clients can follow.
Explore how to motivate clients to implement plans requiring a heavy level of commitment and follow-through.

Certified Dog Behavior Consultant Sarah Filipiak will share tips on coaching behavior clients, including case organization and communication, for maximum client compliance. She’ll also cover the risks inherent in tackling tricky behaviors and how to keep from getting in over your head while still expanding your training horizons. We’ll also take a look at training hierarchies and other tools that can help you solve your current challenging cases.
This program will explore evaluating, resolving, and managing problem canine behaviors through guided online discussions, sample case studies, video analysis, useful handouts, and more. In addition to the ongoing course interaction and support, you’ll meet weekly for face-to-face live online group support.
Come prepared with a client behavior case you would like to troubleshoot, or just join us to listen and learn.
This mentorship includes 7 online weekly meetings (1 hour). Meetings take place on Sundays at 12:30 pm Eastern (first meeting is on September 26th).
WEBSITE LINK: https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/beginning-behavior-consulting-mentorship-with-sarah-filipiak/

Online Conference - 9/19/21 - National Kitten Coalition Veterinary Conference - National Kitten Coalition (fee applies)
2021-09-19 07:00 - 15:30 | Virtual
The National Kitten Coalition invites veterinary professionals to attend our kitten-focused NKC Veterinary Conference! Join colleagues online to learn about the latest information and approaches in caring for your youngest feline patients.
This Conference program has been approved by the AAVSB for 5.5 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize RACE® CE approval.
Thanks to our Conference sponsors, we are pleased to offer this Conference at a substantially reduced price of $40 USD. Registration includes access to the live sessions on September 19th and also to the session recordings and CE quizzes through December 31, 2021.
To learn about speakers and topics, and to register, please visit our website at: https://kittencoalition.org/programs/national-kitten-coalition-veterinary-conference-2021/
WEBSITE LINK: https://kittencoalition.org/programs/national-kitten-coalition-veterinary-conference-2021/

Webinar - 9/19/21 - Neurologic Emergencies – Beyond Seizures - VETGirl (fee applies)
2021-09-19 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Hate seeing neurologic emergencies?
In this VETgirl veterinary technician webinar, Melissa Evans, LVT, VTS (ECC) reviews how to address neurologic emergencies beyond just seizure control. Tune in to learn what common neuro emergencies may walk through your door, including seizures, vestibular disease, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injury and how to identify and stabilize them.
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!
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/september-19-2021-neurologic-emergencies-beyond-seizures/

Webinar - 9/20/21 - Getting 2 Zero through Council NDN Cooperative Desexing Programs - Getting 2 Zero
2021-09-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
The National Desexing Network developed the Cooperative Desexing Program to enable Councils to easily introduce desexing programs to prevent stray and abandoned cats and dogs. It is currently offered in 11 cities and shires across Australia with many other Councils expressing interest in starting a program. Current Councils budget between $1000 and $20 000 to provide subsidies for residents in need. NDN runs the program free of charge for Councils. This presentation will explain how the program works, and the benefits to Councils and the communities involved.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.g2z.org.au/g2z-webinars-and-online-events.html

Webinar - 9/21/21 - Resource Guarding in Dogs: A Fear Free Approach - Fear Free
2021-09-21 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
Resource guarding is a common problem in dogs with a wide variety of behavioral presentations. The condition is sometimes referred to as possessive aggression, and it poses a serious risk of injury when aggression is directed toward humans or other animals. Resource guarding can negatively affect the human-animal bond and the dog’s social relationship with other animals. In this webinar, Kenneth Martin, DVM, DACVB, will discuss prevention, establishing a diagnosis, and treatment recommendations.
Attendees will learn:
– How to provide dog owners with general recommendations for the prevention of resource guarding in dogs
– Specific training exercises helpful for preventing and treating resource guarding in dogs
– Behavior modification techniques and medications that can be helpful in treating possessive aggression
Presenter Dr. Kenneth Martin is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists and a licensed practicing veterinarian in the state of Texas. He has been treating animal behavior disorders and training problems for over 20 years. Dr. Martin is a Fear Free Certified Elite Professional and a subject matter expert for Fear Free.
Brought to you by our friends at Blue Buffalo.
WEBSITE LINK: https://fearfreepets.com/resources/webinars/

Webinar - 9/21/21 - Personnel Management: Not One Size Fits All - VETGirl (fee applies)
2021-09-21 17:00 - 18:00 | Virtual
In this VETgirl practice management webinar, Dr. Heather Douglas, MBA, CVA reviews personnel management for the veterinary professional. Managing and leading your team depends on the individual team members. Not all team members will benefit from the same style of management, so tune in to identify the best practices for guiding your team and their individual needs!
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!
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/september-21-2021-personnel-management-not-one-size-fits-all/
