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SUMMARY:Webinar - 1/26/23 - Yes\, You Can Fundraise! Fundraising for Animal Welfare Government Agencies - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
DESCRIPTION:Municipal animal care and control organizations are often scrambling for resources\, and supplies.  Staff dreams of the possibility of creating a system to have the community support their shelter and community programs with funds and resources but have often been told “No” by individuals who think that municipal animal organizations cannot accept funds outside of their approved budget.  This course will cover the basics of how to get past the “No” and how to develop a comprehensive fundraising and outreach program that will engage the community and bring in much-needed support. Topics such as convincing your government officials\, setting up the appropriate infrastructure to succeed\, an overview of fundraising techniques that work\, and how to communicate with potential supporters will be discussed. \nPresenter \nJulie Bank is the principal of JBankConsulting where she works with non-profit and municipal clients on assessments\, planning\, programming\, operations\, and administration.  She is also faculty at the University of Florida Veterinary School working on the development and teaching of an online class on Development and Fundraising for master’s students.  She has worked for over 30 years in private non-profit and governmental animal welfare and control agencies leading organizations in New York\, Arizona\, Oklahoma\, and California.  Julie specializes in organizational change within animal welfare and programs that support the shelter in supporting the human-animal bond.  She has worked nationally and internationally teaching others about shelter operations and programs and has visited hundreds of shelters to assist with organizational needs. Julie has a BS Degree in Management and Finance and an MIS Degree in Contemporary Animal Welfare and Non-profit management.  She shares her home with her partner\, their 14-year-old son\, her two dogs Malee and Bobbie\, two cats\, Cleo and Curley\, and the queen of the house\, their bearded dragon\, Sprite. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/yes-you-can-fundraise-fundraising-for-animal-welfare-government-agencies/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-1-26-23-yes-you-can-fundraise-fundraising-for-animal-welfare-government-agencies-naca-justice-clearinghouse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230126T150000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 1/26/23 - Irith Trietsch Bloom - I'm Afraid I Don't Know How to Help! Addressing Fearful Behavior - FDSA (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a fraidy cat\, dog\, horse\, parrot\, or other animal in your life? It can be heartbreaking\, frustrating\, annoying\, and even embarrassing to deal with fearful behavior. Whether the animal in your life only acts fearful in limited situations or seems to find the whole world threatening\, sometimes it’s hard to know where to start and what to do. \nJoin Irith Bloom to learn how to reduce fearful behavior\, including… \n\nWhy fearful behavior happens\nWhen fear is OK (and when it’s not)\nTools and techniques for addressing fearful behavior in the moment\nInterventions that improve the animal’s ability to deal with strange and scary situations\n\nThe ultimate goal? A more confident\, resilient animal who has the cognitive flexibility to deal with whatever the world throws at them. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-1-26-23-irith-trietsch-bloom-im-afraid-i-dont-know-how-to-help-addressing-fearful-behavior-fdsa-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230126T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230126T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 1/26/23 - How to Embrace Your Inner Sloth – Techniques for Controlling Stress and Anxiety - VETGirl (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Carpe diem! \nIn this 1-hour\, VETgirl leadership webinar\, Karlene Belyea\, MBA will help you find ways to let go of the stress of worrying about the future\, live in the moment\, control negative thoughts and emotions\, ask for help\, and learn to say “no”. Life doesn’t have to be so hard! Tune in to learn strategies and tips you can use immediately to improve the quality of your life! \nThis program is applicable toward the continuing education requirement for the Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) program offered by the Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA). Approval Number: 22-134 \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/january-26-2023-how-to-embrace-your-inner-sloth-techniques-for-controlling-stress-and-anxiety/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-1-26-23-how-to-embrace-your-inner-sloth-techniques-for-controlling-stress-and-anxiety-vetgirl-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230127T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 1/27/23 - Neonatal & Pediatric Care & Resuscitation - Think Anesthesia
DESCRIPTION:Register here for our guest\, Amy Newfield\, MS\, CVT\, VTS (ECC) presentation on Neonatal & Pediatric Care and Resuscitation. The neonatal and pediatric patient can prove challenging when performing certain nursing techniques. The sheer size and lack of developmental anatomy result in challenges that are unique to this age group of canines and felines. Being prepared ahead of time with the understanding of what challenges one may face before caring for them is important. This presentation is worth 1 hour RACE approved CE for veterinarians and veterinary technicians. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.thinkanesthesia.education/live-webinar/2022/12/neonatal-pediatric-care-resuscitation
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-1-27-23-neonatal-pediatric-care-resuscitation-think-anesthesia/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230127T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230127T173000
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SUMMARY:Online Conference – 1/27/23 to 1/29/23 – 2023 Online Cat Conference – Community Cats Podcast (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, the worldwide CCP community joins together at this unique virtual event—no travel required! During three comprehensive days of cat-centric content\, speakers from a wide variety of roles in animal welfare will give you their perspectives on the industry and valuable information that will help you or your organization create a more humane world for community cats. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/online-cat-conference-jan-2023/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-conference-1-27-23-to-1-29-23-2023-online-cat-conference-community-cats-podcast-fee-applies/2023-01-27/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230128T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230128T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
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SUMMARY:Online Conference – 1/27/23 to 1/29/23 – 2023 Online Cat Conference – Community Cats Podcast (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, the worldwide CCP community joins together at this unique virtual event—no travel required! During three comprehensive days of cat-centric content\, speakers from a wide variety of roles in animal welfare will give you their perspectives on the industry and valuable information that will help you or your organization create a more humane world for community cats. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/online-cat-conference-jan-2023/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-conference-1-27-23-to-1-29-23-2023-online-cat-conference-community-cats-podcast-fee-applies/2023-01-28/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230129T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230129T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
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SUMMARY:Online Conference – 1/27/23 to 1/29/23 – 2023 Online Cat Conference – Community Cats Podcast (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, the worldwide CCP community joins together at this unique virtual event—no travel required! During three comprehensive days of cat-centric content\, speakers from a wide variety of roles in animal welfare will give you their perspectives on the industry and valuable information that will help you or your organization create a more humane world for community cats. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/online-cat-conference-jan-2023/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-conference-1-27-23-to-1-29-23-2023-online-cat-conference-community-cats-podcast-fee-applies/2023-01-29/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230131
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
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SUMMARY:Grant Opportunity - 1/23/23 to 1/30/23 - Open Arms Challenge Application Window - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the 2023 Open Arms Challenge where $420\,000 in grant prizes will be available!\nThis Challenge is all about opening our hearts and minds to more accessible and inclusive practices. Twenty-two national organizations are joining forces to encourage animal shelters and foster-based organizations to pilot new approaches that welcome your entire community during the month of April. \nAnd as if increased inclusivity and community engagement weren’t incentive enough\, there’s also $420\,000 in grant prizes available! \nSave the date: Registration will open on January 23 and close on January 30\, 2023. \nThe goal of this Challenge is to increase inclusivity and provide a welcoming environment for all community members. What that looks like is different for every organization. It can be as simple as providing literature in multiple languages or returning voicemails in a timely manner to overhauling the adoption application\, undertaking bias training or focusing on neighborhoods where adoption events are not held. \nImportant Dates: \n\nRegistration Period: Monday\, January 23\, 2023 – Monday\, January 30\, 2023 (Apply through our grants portal until 5pm PST on January 30\, 2023)\nPrep Period: March 1 – March 31\, 2023. This is your chance to prepare for your new welcoming practices (update policies/procedures\, train staff\, etc.)\nChallenge Period: April 1\, 2023 – April 30\, 203. During this time\, you will pilot your new practices.\nParticipation Reports Due: Friday\, May 19\, 2023 (see a sample of that report)\nFinal Report (via Zoom Huddle) for Award Winners: September 2023 (see sample questions)\n\nTo be considered to PARTICIPATE in this Challenge\, your organization must: \n\nBe a U.S.-based government agency or 501c3 public charity that focuses on dogs and/or cats\nBe a shelter\, foster-based organization or public charity that focuses on keeping pets and people together\nBe current on Maddie’s Fund grant reporting for any prior grants\nBe a member of Shelter Animals Count\nRegister for the Challenge by submitting a complete application through the Maddie’s Fund Grants Portal. You’ll be notified by February 17\, 2023 if you meet the eligibility requirements to participate in the Challenge.\nRecommended but not required: Maddie’s® Pet Forum\, Maddie’s® University\, Best Friends Pet Lifesaving Dashboard\n\nTo be considered for an AWARD from this Challenge\, your organization must: \n\nMeet the requirements above\nSubmit the Participation Report (due Friday\, May 19\, 2023 by 5pm PST). (View sample Participation Report) Please note\, this sample is provided for reference only and questions are subject to change.\n\n\nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.maddiesfund.org/open-arms-challenge.htm
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/grant-opportunity-1-23-23-to-1-30-23-open-arms-challenge-application-window-maddies-fund/2023-01-30/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Grant Opportunity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230131
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
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SUMMARY:Online Certificate Program – Starts 1/30/23 – Animal Shelter Behavioral Management Certificate Program – Humane Network/UoP (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nUPCOMING DATES: 1/30/2023 – 4/2/2023 \nWho will benefit from this program? \n\nAnyone 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.\nAnyone who wants to improve the emotional wellbeing of the animals in your care.\nAnyone seeking a behavior specialist position with an animal shelter or rescue organization.\n\nWhat You Will Learn \n\nGain knowledge on how to read dog and cat animal body language and signaling\nLearn techniques for safe\, humane handling of the animals\nUnderstand how the shelter environment effects the emotional wellbeing of the animals and how to use stress reduction techniques to improve welfare\nGain knowledge on how to keep the animals physically\, mentally\, and socially stimulated through shelter-wide enrichment programs\nUnderstand the value of effective canine and feline behavior assessments\nObtain the knowledge and skills needed to implement training and behavior modification techniques to improve the behavior and emotional state of the shelter animals\nObtain skills needed to ensure quality customer service for adoption counseling and follow-up.\n\nContinuing Education Units (CEUs): 4.8 CEUs \nCourse Code: UNSM 050 \nCourse Price: $399 \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://education.pacific.edu/education/professional-development/certificate-programs/leadership-health-certificates
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-certificate-program-starts-1-30-23-animal-shelter-behavioral-management-certificate-program-humane-network-uop-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230130T120000
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SUMMARY:Online Meeting - Mondays - Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION:Maddie’s Fund hosts a weekly 50-minute Zoom call for animal well-being professionals. These calls are a collaborative space to share exciting new programs and research\, discuss uncomfortable topics\, connect with peers in the industry\, and more\, all while sharing a common goal of preserving the human-animal bond. \nWho Should Join?\nExecutive directors\, animal well-being leaders\, shelter workers\, pet support professionals\, volunteers\, rescue organizations and anyone who shares the common goal of preserving the human-animal bond. \nWin Ca$h for Attending!\nEach 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. \nRegister Today\nJoin 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. \nAll calls are recorded and uploaded to the Community Conversations page on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations \nPlease note: All views expressed on these calls are not necessarily endorsed by Maddie’s Fund. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-meeting-mondays-weekly-community-conversations-thankstomaddie-maddies-fund/2023-01-30/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230131T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230131T140000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 1/31/23 - The Roundtable: Not-So-Secret Ways to Retain Your Staff - The AAWA
DESCRIPTION:Does your organization make staff development a Number 1 priority? Three leaders will discuss why professional development is a vital part of their organizational culture and strategy. They will talk about: \n\nHow a well-structured development program helps recruit and retain staff\nHow to get both staff and board buy-in on making training a priority\, if not an imperative\nHow to create a program that develops skills needed at their organization now and in the future\n\nJoin this roundtable to learn why and how your organization should develop your staff’s skills and put them on a trajectory for success. \nThe Roundtable Panel: \n\nSteven Hansen\, DVM\, CAWA\, President & CEO\, Arizona Humane Society\nCristie Kamiya\, DVM\, CAWA\, Chief of Shelter Medicine\, Humane Society Silicon Valley\nJerrica Owen\, CAWA\, Executive Director\, National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA)\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://learning.theaawa.org/p/RT-01-31-23
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-1-31-23-the-roundtable-not-so-secret-ways-to-retain-your-staff-the-aawa/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230131T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 1/31/23 - Dr. Eduardo Fernandez: Training as Enrichment: A Critical Review - PPG (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Husbandry training and environmental enrichment are both important advancements associated with current behavioral welfare practices. Additionally\, the use of training procedures has been proposed as a form of enrichment\, with the implication that training can produce beneficial behavioral welfare results. Less clear are the specific testable ways in which training can be demonstrated to be enriching\, beyond simply providing opportunities to be enriched. \nThis presentation examines the concept of training as enrichment through three distinct ways training procedures could enrich: (1) training facilitates enrichment usage\, (2) training modifies interactions\, conspecific or otherwise\, and (3) training expands behavioral repertoires. Within each category\, I discuss past research that provides empirical support for training functioning as enrichment\, as well as related areas of research that provide additional evidence. Previous studies support the claim that training is enriching\, with additional research necessary to better understand how prevalent and under what conditions training procedures function as enrichment. Future training research should examine these potential enrichment effects\, including methodology that allows for comparisons to traditional enrichment\, the use of welfare diversity/variability indices\, and the effects of learning on trainers and trainees alike. \nAbout the Presenter \nEduardo J. Fernandez is a Senior Lecturer of Applied Animal Behaviour and Welfare in the School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences at the University of Adelaide (Australia). He received his Ph.D. in Psychology (minors in Neuroscience and Animal Behavior) from Indiana University\, where he worked with the Indianapolis and Cincinnati Zoo. He received his M.S. in Behavior Analysis from the University of North Texas\, where he founded the Organization for Reinforcement Contingencies with Animals (ORCA). Most of his past and current work involves behavioral research applied to the welfare and training of zoo\, aquarium\, and companion animals. His past positions include a Visiting Professorship at Seattle Pacific University\, a Visiting Professorship in the School of Behavior Analysis at the Florida Institute of Technology\, an Affiliate Assistant Professorship in the Psychology Department at the University of Washington\, a Research Fellowship with Woodland Park Zoo\, and a National Science Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship. While working with UW and the Woodland Park Zoo\, he started the Behavioral Enrichment Animal Research (BEAR) group\, which conducted welfare research with many of the species and exhibits located throughout the zoo. He currently runs the Operant Welfare Lab (OWL)\, which is dedicated to the use of learning principles to improve the lives of animals across many settings\, including exotic animals in zoos and companion animals in homes and shelters. OWL is also part of the broader Animal Behaviour\, Welfare\, and Anthrozoology Lab (ABWAL; abwal.com). Many of Eduardo’s past publications\, research projects\, and presentations can be found on his ResearchGate profile: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Eduardo_Fernandez18 \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5064548
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-1-31-23-dr-eduardo-fernandez-training-as-enrichment-a-critical-review-ppg-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230131T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230131T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 1/31/23 - “Safety First”–Tips to Improve Anesthetic Patient Care in Your Hospital - VETGirl (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Up your anesthetic game! \nIn this 1-hour\, VETgirl veterinary technician webinar\, Donna Sisak\, CVT\, LVT\, VTS (Anesthesia/Analgesia) reviews the role the veterinary technician anesthetist plays in monitoring and managing a patient for a successful outcome. Tune in to learn tips to improve anesthetic patient care within your practice. \nNot 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! \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/january-31-2023-safety-first-tips-to-improve-anesthetic-patient-care-in-your-hospital/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-1-31-23-safety-first-tips-to-improve-anesthetic-patient-care-in-your-hospital-vetgirl-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 2/1/23 - Responding to Subtle Acts of Exclusion & Microaggressions - The AAWA
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever heard the phrase\, “death by a thousand paper cuts?” It’s not only blatant acts of bias that exclude or discriminate against people from minoritized populations. It’s often the more subtle acts of exclusion\, also known as microinequities or microaggressions\, that are equally if not more harmful. These behaviors on the surface may seem insignificant\, for example: \n\nfrequently interrupting the same people during conversations\nconsistently forgetting or mispronouncing a person’s name\nusing coded or stereotypical language\noverlooking someone’s work but praising another’s\n\nRegardless of the intentions of the message sender\, the impact of such actions are often deeply felt by the receiver\, especially if they have been on the receiving end of exclusionary treatment many times before. This session will help you recognize some common microaggressions\, understand the impact of such actions\, and develop techniques to respond effectively when they occur. \n(“Microaggression” by Giulia Forsythe / CC 2.0) \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://learning.theaawa.org/p/2-01-23
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-2-1-23-responding-to-subtle-acts-of-exclusion-microaggressions-the-aawa/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230202T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
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SUMMARY:Virtual Seminar - Thursdays in June - Shelter Behavior with Kelley Bollen - CalAnimals (open to non-members also)
DESCRIPTION:This 4 session VIRTUAL workshop designed for all levels of shelter staff will cover advice to resolve common dog and cat behavior problems to prevent surrender\, a behavior perspective on intake and adoptions\, canine behavior evaluations and decisions-making\, and behavior modification in the shelter. \nEach session is 90 minutes\, from 11am to 12:30pm Pacific Time every Thursday in June\, beginning June 4th. \nThe topics are: \n\n\nAdvice to Resolve Common Behavior Problems in Dogs and Cats to Prevent Surrender – June 4th \n\n\nIntake and Adoptions – A Behavior Perspective  – June 11th \n\n\nCanine Behavior Evaluations and Disposition Decision Making – June 18th \n\n\nBehavior Modification in the Shelter – June 25th \n\n\nTuition for entire series: \n$40 Staff & Volunteers of CalAnimals Member Organizations – Remember to sign into the Member Portal to receive member discount. \n$55 non-members \nComplete your registration today. You will be automatically enrolled in ALL 4 sessions. A unique code and password will be emailed to you. The link may not be shared. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n6/4/2020 to 6/25/2020\n\n\nWhen:\nAll Thursdays in June\n11am-12:30pm\n\n\nWhere:\nVIRTUAL – 4 ZOOM WEBINARS\n\n\nPresenter:\nKelley Bollen\, MS\, CABC\n\n\nContact:\nKathy Anderson\nKathy@CalAnimals.org\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE:  https://calanimals.site-ym.com/event/KelleyBollenWorkshopJune
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/virtual-seminar-thursdays-in-june-shelter-behavior-with-kelley-bollen-calanimals-open-to-non-members-also/2023-02-02/
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230202T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230202T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
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SUMMARY:Online Event – 2/2/23 – Live from the Ranch with Melissa Millett and Michele Pouliot – Karen Pryor Academy
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to train working dogs with positive reinforcement\, deal with distractions\, and the importance of training generalization on the next Live from The Ranch broadcast. Join Ken Ramirez\, KPCT’s Chief Training Officer\, Melissa Millett\, an advanced trick trainer in film and TV\, and Michele Pouliot\, a pioneer in guide dog clicker training and Canine Musical Freestyle champion\, for this free virtual event with real-time training demos\, audience Q&A\, and more! \nTune in live on YouTube on Thursday\, February 2\, at 1:00 pm (PT). \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://theranch.clickertraining.com/live/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-2-2-23-live-from-the-ranch-with-melissa-millett-and-michele-pouliot-karen-pryor-academy/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230202T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230202T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
CREATED:20230130T174347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T174347Z
UID:10002934-1675350000-1675353600@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Event - 2/2/23 - The H in HASS: Q&A - HASS
DESCRIPTION:When people experience a crisis\, it often leads to being separated from the pets they love. The Human Animal Support Services project is a collective of animal welfare organizations working to create a system to better support pets and their people. In this live webinar\, HASS leaders will continue the discussion of human services\, animal services\, and\, overall\, the “H” in HASS. Dr. Ellen Jefferson\, President and CEO of Austin Pets Alive!; Vincent Medley\, Maddie’s® Director of Human Animal Support Services; Diaz Dixon\, Maddie’s® Advisor for External Affairs and Partnerships for the HASS project; and Alexis Telfair-Garcia\, Social Work Program Development Manager at Austin Pets Alive!\, will answer your questions about why and how human and pet support services can work together to better support people and pets on Thursday\, February 2. Please submit your questions ahead of time to webinars@americanpetsalive.org. \nWEBSITE LINK:  http://bit.ly/3wvTCWM
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-2-2-23-the-h-in-hass-qa-hass/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230203T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
CREATED:20221227T185217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221227T185217Z
UID:10002892-1675436400-1675440000@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 2/3/23 - Deaf Dogs Unleashed with Tiffany Baker - PPG (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Introducing The Control Unleashed (CU) Program\, Deaf Dog Style: Deaf Dogs Unleashed! The CU program\, developed by Leslie McDevitt\, was designed to help dogs learn how to relax and focus in challenging environments\, while simultaneously building confidence by giving the learner control through predictable patterns in an otherwise unpredictable environment. \nAfter implementing the CU exercises creatively and effectively with a few different deaf dog clients\, it became clear that there was a need for these ideas to be shared. And so Control Unleashed for deaf dogs was born. Training with deaf dogs can sometimes be a challenge; the need for attention and engagement from our dogs is crucial when our dogs rely so heavily on visual cues. There’s also the added difficulty our deaf dogs experience with Sudden Environmental Contrast (SEC)\, as well as a more pronounced startle response when things appear unexpectedly. When things happen in their environment\, unpredictably\, and outside of their control\, it can create increased anxiety and make it difficult for our pups to relax. What better way to provide our deaf dogs with the support they need to navigate their world than The Control Unleashed program? \nThroughout this presentation you will get to experience The Control Unleashed program thoughtfully and creatively customized and purposefully geared towards our beloved deaf dogs. This will include introducing unique visual and tactile cues\, combined with predictable patterns to build a beautiful recipe for engagement and confidence. We will be navigating the skills to implement the popular “Look At That” conversational game for ‘reactive’ dogs\, as well as many of the foundational patterns that build voluntary engagement and predictability such as Up-Down\, Ping-pong\, Give Me A Break\, Whiplash U-turn\, and 1-2-3. We will also take a look at what real life application of this program looks like for our deaf dogs\, and much more. \nWhether you are a deaf dog guardian\, or a trainer looking to add tools to your toolbox to better assist your clientele\, this one’s for you. The purpose of this presentation is to expand the reach of The Control Unleashed program to provide attendees the resources\, education\, and skills to bring these beneficial life changing patterns and exercises to the deaf dogs of the world. Get ready to open up a new conversation of empowerment with your deaf dog! \nLearning Objectives: \n\nAn understanding of the basic mechanics of training with a deaf dog including visual markers\, forms of praise\, and end of session signals such as a hand flash\, thumbs up\, the “all done” ASL hand wave.\nThe skills to teach and understanding of these foundational pattern games modified for deaf dogs: Up-down\, Ping PongWhiplash U-turn\, Give Me A Break\, and 1-2-3.\n\nCEUs: PPAB 1. CCPDT\, IAABC & KPA Pending \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5090616
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-2-3-23-deaf-dogs-unleashed-with-tiffany-baker-ppg-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230204T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
CREATED:20230103T183440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T183440Z
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SUMMARY:Online Course – 2/4/23 – Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSession duration is 2.5 hours\, followed by an optional 15-minute Q&A session. \nProudly sponsored by Tomahawk Live Trap \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/the-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-feb-2023/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-2-4-23-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-community-cats-podcast-small-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230207
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
CREATED:20221031T200750Z
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 2/6/23 – Compassion Fatigue Strategies Plus – University of Florida – Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION: **The Spring 2023 section is now open for registration! This session begins February 6\, 2023 and runs for 8 weeks. Register now for $200. Registration fee will increase January 1st** \nCompassion 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 02/06/2023-04/02/2023. \nThe 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. \nIn 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. \nThis 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. \nBy 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! \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://sheltermedicine.vetmed.ufl.edu/education/continuing-education/compassion-fatigue-strategies/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-2-6-23-compassion-fatigue-strategies-plus-university-of-florida-maddies-shelter-medicine-program-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230207
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
CREATED:20221212T183401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T183401Z
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 2/6/23 – Professional Dog Training: Science & Application – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Training is simple\, but it’s not easy! There’s canine learning to understand\, practical skills and timing to master\, and of course\, the human part of the equation to consider. Professional Dog Training: Science & Application is a comprehensive 20-week program designed to provide you with the knowledge\, skills\, and confidence needed to succeed as a dog trainer. \nProgram Highlights:\n\nEach module features lectures and materials packed full of information and designed by a practicing dog training and behavior professional.\nYou won’t just be watching videos – throughout the program you will engage in weekly online meetings\, projects\, assignments\, and topic-based discussions.\nWe learn better together! The program is designed using a community learning model; your active participation contributes to everyone’s educational experience and the success of the program.\nAssessment of your work is iterative; you are always given an opportunity to improve!\n\nPresenters include:\nLauren Novack; Renee Hall; Kathrine Christ; Tabitha Kucera; Michelle Mullins; Erin Jones; Dante Camacho; Allie Bender; Emily Strong; Alicia Harantschuk; Jackie Laubacher \nModule topics include:\nPrinciples of Learning Science; Practical Learning Applications; Body Language & Communication; Training & Management Tools; Puppy Fundamentals; Enhancing Animal Welfare & Management Through Enrichment; Husbandry & Cooperative Care Strategies; Client Communication; Client Instruction; Teaching Group Classes; Practical Ethics for Dog Trainers \n**IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT WEEKLY ONLINE MEETINGS** \n\nMeetings are a safe space to ask questions\, share your experiences\, and learn from peers. They are not recorded.\nMeetings take place on Mondays at 7:00pm Eastern. The first meeting is February 13\, 2023.\nMeetings are 60 minutes in duration\nThere are 20 meetings for this program\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/professional-dog-training-science-application/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-2-6-23-professional-dog-training-science-application-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230206T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
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SUMMARY:Online Meeting - Mondays - Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWho Should Join?\nExecutive 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. \nWin Ca$h for Attending!\nEach 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. \nRegister Today\nJoin 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. \nAll calls are recorded and uploaded to the Community Conversations page on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations \nPlease note: All views expressed on these calls are not necessarily endorsed by Maddie’s Fund. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-meeting-mondays-weekly-community-conversations-thankstomaddie-maddies-fund/2023-02-06/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
CREATED:20230117T191141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T171522Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 2/7/23 - Veterinary Care in Shelters: Who can legally do what? - CalAnimals
DESCRIPTION:Is your shelter fully leveraging the veterinary care capabilities of your entire team? When it comes to veterinary care in animal shelters\, it’s crucial to make sure the right person does the right job—and the right person doesn’t always have to be a DVM or RVT! \nIf you’ve ever wondered:\n• Can vaccines be administered during hold periods?\n• Who can give a Rabies vaccine\, and under what type of supervision?\n• What if we don’t have a veterinarian on site – can we use standing protocols?\n• Is microchipping or administering snap tests the practice of veterinary medicine? \nThis webinar is for you! Join Bruce Wagman\, Lead Counsel for San Francisco SPCA’s Shelter Policy and Legal Services (Shelter PALS)\, to maximize your shelter’s options for providing veterinary care while adhering to law and practice act requirements. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of which shelter tasks team members can perform\, from intake-related care and running diagnostics to providing treatment\, surgery\, euthanasia\, public veterinary services and emergency care. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5WHs_GvEQRO6ZHr4XkHycA\n 
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-2-7-23-veterinary-care-in-shelters-who-can-legally-do-what-calanimals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230207T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
CREATED:20221205T200541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T200541Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 2/7/23 - Social Media Marketing Strategies for Animal Shelters - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
DESCRIPTION:This live presentation is designed specifically for animal shelter representatives who want to learn more about the basics of social media marketing and how to build out a social media marketing strategy. \nPosting compelling content to social networking platforms can be utilized to increase online reputation\, receive community support to increase staff morale\, while increasing visibility to possibly decrease the animal length of stay/increasing adoptions and so much more! \nDuring this presentation\, we’ll discuss the following topics: \n\nIdentification of SWOTs through use of analytics\nDiscussion of the importance of social listening\nA walkthrough of how to fold weaker posts in between stronger posts\nUse 3 posts to get what you need from 1 post by “priming” posts\nThe definition of platform momentum and the value of maintaining it\nNew examples of using the indirect method of posting your content to improve your reputation\n\nAfterward\, stick around for a Q&A discussion to possibly help answer questions you may have by sharing through our experiences. \nPresenter \nAngelina Martin is the owner of Online Media Solutions\, a media agency that helps provide social media solutions through education\, training via onsite & remote assistance\, and educational webinars for animal shelters. Angelina has previously worked as the finance manager/director for nonprofit organizations such as the Animal Legal Defense Fund. \nAngelina created her first Facebook page in 2012 to help a special-needs dog get adopted\, and left her career in finance to follow her heart through saving & improving the lives of animals through online marketing. Having a background in numbers has helped her develop innovative\, successful social media strategies specifically for animal care & control organizations with highly successful results increasing visibility & reach to improve online reputations through social networking platforms. \nIn 2016\, Angelina was awarded the first social media contract for Sonoma County Animal Care & Control increasing their Facebook page likes from 4K to 25K\, engagement rate from 500 to 150K (average)\, 2.2M during disaster-related events\, and contributed to increasing live animal release rate from 82% to 91%\, saving thousands of animals lives. From 2016 through 2020 Sonoma County went through 4 major disaster related events. After working through so many disasters and emergencies\, while being mentored by an experienced operations manager\, she also successfully researched\, designed\, and implemented a successful disaster preparedness plan for the online community and their companion animals. \nAngelina has also created educational webinars to help other animal shelters and animal response teams become more prepared for future events. She was recently asked to speak at the annual CalAnimal Conference to talk about Building your Brand Online\, including how to use social media during emergencies to promote animal reunification and to increase donations. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/social-media-marketing-strategies-for-animal-shelters/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-2-7-23-social-media-marketing-strategies-for-animal-shelters-naca-justice-clearinghouse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230208T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 2/8/23 - Nonprofit Messaging That Breaks Through the Noise - Network for Good
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to break through the noise! Learn how to create nonprofit messaging that stands out from the crowd\, moves hearts\, creates community\, and inspires action. \nIf you feel stuck on how to tell your nonprofit’s stories\, you’re in good company. In this session\, we’ll break down the steps to creating stories that generate movers and shakers. What’s more\, we’ll explore how to tell your nonprofit’s stories with an ethical and trauma-informed lens that dignifies\, respects\, and protects those you serve. \nKey takeaways: \n\nDevelop a deeper understanding of your audience\nLearn ways to tell your organization’s incredible stories that will change the lives of those who hear them\nHow to position your nonprofit as the go-to authority in your industry\nGain practical tools to gather and create trauma-informed and ethical stories\n\nSpeaker: Maria Bryan\, Nonprofit marketing and messaging strategist \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.networkforgood.com/resource/stw-nonprofit-messaging/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-2-8-23-nonprofit-messaging-that-breaks-through-the-noise-network-for-good/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230208T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T075939
CREATED:20230203T232911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T180439Z
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SUMMARY:Online Event - 2/8/23 - CARE Black History Month Series: What is Community Wisdom in Human and Animal Well-Being? - CARE
DESCRIPTION:Join Johnny Jenkins as he speaks to community leaders about their lived experiences\, animal well-being\, and social justice issues impacting their communities. The speakers will share the knowledge and wisdom that exist within their Black communities to survive the perpetual oppression of structural power and stratified privilege. You will learn about the wisdom with the problem solving skills as proximate leaders to showcase their resilience and self-determination. \nPANEL: Chef Kurt Evans\, Dr. Azalia Boyd\, Sassee and Tim Freeman \nCARE is hosting our 3rd annual American Black History Month Series. This speaker series aims to raise $250\,000 towards African American Veterinary Scholarships for students at Tuskegee’s College of Veterinary Medicine. \nAmerican Black History Month: Dark Shadows are Evidence of our Ascent. \nCARE is telling the stories of suffrage and pain. While the dark shadows were meant to destroy black people\, the fact that we can tell our own narratives\, is evidence that we have risen. \nYou must register ahead of the event to receive your registration link. Please click on the link to sign up. While registration is FREE\, we are asking everyone to contribute towards our Dr. Jodie G Blackwell Black Veterinary Scholarship fund. Donate Here. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvceyvqTgsHNaHzHjvMPNhuyVy7RxaLdE6?mibextid=l066kq
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-2-8-23-what-is-community-wisdom-in-human-and-animal-well-being-care/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230208T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230208T180000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 2/8/23 - Basic Behavior Pharmacology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses - VETGirl (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:COVID-pandemic puppies got YOU anxious? \nIn this 1-hour\, VETgirl veterinary technician webinar\, Debbie Martin\, LVT\, CPDT-KA\, KPA CTP\, VTS (Behavior) explores the various classes of commonly prescribed anti-anxiety medications in veterinary medicine. Tune in to learn how to recognize potential side effects and contra-indications of behavioral medications of the patients in your care. \nNot 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! \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/february-8-2023-basic-behavior-pharmacology-for-veterinary-technicians-and-nurses/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-2-8-23-basic-behavior-pharmacology-for-veterinary-technicians-and-nurses-vetgirl-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Virtual Seminar - Thursdays in June - Shelter Behavior with Kelley Bollen - CalAnimals (open to non-members also)
DESCRIPTION:This 4 session VIRTUAL workshop designed for all levels of shelter staff will cover advice to resolve common dog and cat behavior problems to prevent surrender\, a behavior perspective on intake and adoptions\, canine behavior evaluations and decisions-making\, and behavior modification in the shelter. \nEach session is 90 minutes\, from 11am to 12:30pm Pacific Time every Thursday in June\, beginning June 4th. \nThe topics are: \n\n\nAdvice to Resolve Common Behavior Problems in Dogs and Cats to Prevent Surrender – June 4th \n\n\nIntake and Adoptions – A Behavior Perspective  – June 11th \n\n\nCanine Behavior Evaluations and Disposition Decision Making – June 18th \n\n\nBehavior Modification in the Shelter – June 25th \n\n\nTuition for entire series: \n$40 Staff & Volunteers of CalAnimals Member Organizations – Remember to sign into the Member Portal to receive member discount. \n$55 non-members \nComplete your registration today. You will be automatically enrolled in ALL 4 sessions. A unique code and password will be emailed to you. The link may not be shared. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n6/4/2020 to 6/25/2020\n\n\nWhen:\nAll Thursdays in June\n11am-12:30pm\n\n\nWhere:\nVIRTUAL – 4 ZOOM WEBINARS\n\n\nPresenter:\nKelley Bollen\, MS\, CABC\n\n\nContact:\nKathy Anderson\nKathy@CalAnimals.org\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE:  https://calanimals.site-ym.com/event/KelleyBollenWorkshopJune
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/virtual-seminar-thursdays-in-june-shelter-behavior-with-kelley-bollen-calanimals-open-to-non-members-also/2023-02-09/
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230209T130000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 2/9/23 - Maddie's Insights: Short-Term Foster Programs for Shelter Cats: Beneficial or Problematic? - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION:Every year millions of cats enter animal shelters in the U.S. alone. Interventions are greatly needed that have the potential to reduce cat stress and increase cat welfare while in the shelter environment. Although dog foster programs have become commonplace for many animal shelters\, cat foster programs are relatively uncommon\, potentially due to the belief that cats may be at risk of unnecessary stress from the fostering experience. In the study\, researchers examined the social behavior and stress levels of cats that stayed in the shelter to cats that left the shelter for short-term foster\, either for 1-night or 1-week. The results of the study indicate that shelter cats placed in foster care were not at a disadvantage. These findings can benefit both cats and animal shelters alike. Attendees will learn more about the study and how to apply the findings of the research to help reduce stress and promote welfare for cats living in animal shelters. The research discussed in this webinar was made possible by a grant from Maddie’s Fund®\, #ThankstoMaddie. \nThis 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. \nThis program has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize RACE approval. \nAbout the presenter\nKristyn Vitale\, PhD\nDr. Vitale received a Ph.D. in Animal Science from Oregon State University and a Master’s in Environmental Science from Miami University. She holds a B.S. in Zoology and a B.A. in Social Geography from Kent State University. Her areas of specialization are animal behavior and human-animal interaction. Her research focuses specifically on domestic cat behavior\, cat social cognition\, and the cat-human relationship. She has worked professionally with cats for over 15 years. During her graduate career she was a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow\, a Visiting Research Fellow at Kyoto University in Japan\, and Maddie’s Postdoctoral Scholar. Her research on cat behavior and human-animal interaction has been published in multiple peer-reviewed journals. Her innovative research has generated significant international attention from media outlets including Science\, National Geographic\, The New York Times\, and The Times of London. She has taught a variety of courses on animal behavior and welfare\, including courses focused on enrichment\, learning\, and behavior modification. She is also a cat trainer who has taught kitten training classes and offered socialization opportunities to cats of all ages. She is an active public speaker and is frequently invited to present at professional associations and to the general public. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastShortTermFoster
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-2-9-23-maddies-insights-short-term-foster-programs-for-shelter-cats-beneficial-or-problematic-takeaways-for-a-post-pandemic-world-maddies-fund/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230209T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230209T160000
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SUMMARY:Town Hall - 2/9/23 - Sharing Stories\, Shaping the Future: A HASS Town Hall - HASS
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a thought-provoking live discussion where we will delve into the past\, present\, and future of the Human Animal Support Services project. Hear from Vincent Medley\, Maddie’s® Director of Human Animal Support Services\, joined by leaders of our HASS pilot shelters who will share their experiences in HASS pilot shelters and their insights into the evolution of HASS. This town hall is a unique opportunity to learn about the HASS project and engage in a meaningful discussion about the future of animal welfare. \nThe call will kick off with a brief introduction from Vincent\, before delving into the discussion with our special guests. Register today and join live on Thursday\, February 9 at 5pm CT to ask your questions and be a part of the conversation. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAkcO2qrD8qH9B1XNcVBGXi2711HOrnKIN3
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/town-hall-2-9-23-sharing-stories-shaping-the-future-a-hass-town-hall-hass/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Town Hall
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