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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 $5\,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. If you registered prior to May 2024 or are new to these meetings\, please use this link to register:\nhttps://maddies.fund/CommunityConvoRegistration2024  \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://maddies.fund/CommunityConvo2024Registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-meeting-mondays-weekly-community-conversations-thankstomaddie-maddies-fund-2-2-2-2-3-6-2-2-3/2025-04-07/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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SUMMARY:Online Event - Monthly - Journey You Own Meditation Gathering - JYO
DESCRIPTION:Create a shared\, supportive space to explore grounding practices. \nThe guided meditations happen every month and typically run 30-45 minutes. All are welcome to these very low-key sessions\, with videos on or off\, whatever feels most comfortable to you. No speaking is necessary unless you’d like to share at the end of the session. \nAttendees register once and can attend any of the monthly meditation dates. Don’t forget to add the dates to your calendar to ensure you don’t miss out on any sessions. \n\n\nAbout the Host \nJyothi Robertson is a student of meditation practice for 40+ years and trauma-sensitive grounding practices formally for the past three years. She was raised by parents who practice meditation and lead spiritual teachings for members of their Indian community. She began pursuing her own formal exploration of spirituality as an anthropology major at Princeton University and conducted fieldwork for her thesis while living at an ashram (spiritual center) in India in 1996. As a veterinarian\, she is interested in highlighting the spiritual connection between all living beings. \nJyothi has completed certifications in trauma-sensitive mindfulness\, advanced trauma-sensitive meditation\, deep listening\, DEI\, and since 2019\, has been receiving training in Buddhist meditation practices and philosophy. As a student learning meditation\, she is interested in exploring these practices with others in community. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://jyo.world/meditation-gathering/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-monthly-journey-you-own-meditation-gathering-jyo-2/2025-04-09/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/10/25 - From Pickup to Prevention: How Field Services Can Keep Pets Home - HASS
DESCRIPTION:The role of field services is not limited to enforcement of public safety\, but should be embraced as the first responders to pet support services and community engagement! This often includes a primary responsibility of their role to pick up lost pets and transporting to the shelter in the hopes an owner would retrieve them. HASS asks\, what if this wasn’t the only method for field services to support lost pet reunification? \nIn honor of ACO Appreciation Month and to continue our conversation on lost pet reunification\, HASS welcomes you to join Jace Huggins\, VP & Chief of Humane Law Enforcement at San Diego Humane Society and Mike Wheeler\, Director of Cabot Animal Support Services\, as they discuss how to unite with your local animal control team to support less lost pet intake and more keeping families together. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/7017380094930/WN_kcSfw6pNSo-SnOOIqK7sbA#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-10-25-from-pickup-to-prevention-how-field-services-can-keep-pets-home-hass/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/10/25 - Maddie’s Insights: Exploring Efficacy\, Barriers\, and Best Practices of Companion Animal Foster Caregiving - Maddie's Insights
DESCRIPTION:Foster care is a unique form of human-animal interaction that is increasingly understood to be an effective tool for improving the welfare of shelter-living animals. Even brief stays in foster care can allow animals to escape the stressors of the shelter\, provide an environment that allows for greater social interaction\, and offer opportunities for improved health and behavior. \nIn this presentation\, we will highlight the key takeaways revealed in the 42 published articles evaluating companion animal foster care programs that are included in our recent review paper: Companion animal foster caregiving: A scoping review exploring animal and caregiver welfare\, barriers to caregiver recruitment and retention\, and best practices for foster care programs in animal shelters. During our discussion\, we will examine a variety of foster care programs that have been studied\, explore the evidence of their effects on human and animal welfare\, evaluate the successes and challenges in supporting shelter foster care programs\, illuminate discrepancies in equity and diversity of caregiver engagement that offer opportunities for recruitment\, and recommend best practices for lasting programmatic success. \nLearning Objectives:\n1. Describe scientific research about foster caregiving as an intervention for companion animals.\n2. Identify the proximate (i.e.\, physical and emotional) and distal (i.e.\, length of stay and adoption outcomes) welfare benefits of foster caregiving for shelter animals as well as their caregivers.\n3. Explore opportunities for improving foster care programs in animal shelters\, including utilizing a stepwise approach to foster caregiving\, providing greater caregiver support\, increasing the diversity of caregiver involvement\, and expanding the extent of community engagement within foster care programs. \nGuest Speakers:\nLisa Gunter\, Assistant Professor\, PhD\, CAAB\, CBCC-KA\, and Grace Phillips\, Master’s Student\, Virgina Tech\, School of Animal Sciences \nRegister for Maddie’s Insights Webcasts: https://maddies.fund/MIwebcastsRegister
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-10-25-maddies-insights-exploring-efficacy-barriers-and-best-practices-of-companion-animal-foster-caregiving-maddies-insights/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Online Event – 4/12/25 – 2025 Online Behavior Day Conference – Community Cats Podcast (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Join Community Cats Podcast for our annual Online Behavior Day\, an exciting event designed to deepen your understanding of feline behavior and improve your ability to support cats in your home\, shelter\, or rescue organization. Understanding cat behavior is crucial for building positive relationships with cats\, reducing stress\, and preventing behavior-related issues that can lead to relinquishment or abandonment. This event features some of the animal welfare industry’s most trusted authorities on feline behavior\, who will lead a variety of workshops covering a wide range of cat behavior concerns—from managing vet visits and providing enrichment to addressing litter box issues and navigating multi-cat households. \nYou’ll gain valuable insights into new concepts\, tools\, and techniques that can be immediately applied to help resolve common behavioral challenges. In addition to the informative workshops\, enjoy fun cat trivia and prizes that will enhance your experience\, along with opportunities to network with fellow professionals and volunteers in the animal welfare community. This is a great chance to connect with others who share your passion for improving the lives of cats. \nRegistration is just $25 and includes access to the live event and recorded sessions after the event\, as well as speaker slides\, handouts\, and more. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/2025-online-behavior-day/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-4-12-25-2025-online-behavior-day-conference-community-cats-podcast-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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SUMMARY:Online Certificate Program – Starts 4/14/25 – Animal Shelter Management Certificate Program – Marketing and Development – Humane Network/UoP (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Society’s relationship to pets continues to evolve. The majority of people consider their pets to be beloved family members and expect their local animal shelter to work diligently to save the lives of the dogs and cats that enter the facility. This program will provide the knowledge you need to assume a management or leadership role at an open-admission animal shelter. You’ll learn how to maximize a shelter’s lifesaving potential through program management\, community engagement\, and shelter operations while at the same time preparing yourself for an exciting career. \nThe five courses are: \n\nLeadership covering strategic planning\, analyzing operations\, decision-making\, managing people and processes to achieve results\, organizational responsibilities\, and working with a board of directors.\nShelter Operations covering adoptions\, animal care and sheltering fundamentals\, animal behavior and enrichment\, and customer service.\nCommunity Program Development covering volunteers\, foster care\, spay/neuter\, pet retention\, events\, and community relations.\nAnimal Health and Clinic Operations covering understanding shelter medicine\, basic animal health considerations and care\, euthanasia decisions\, and clinic operations.\nMarketing and Development covering development fundamentals\, fundraising strategies\, marketing fundamentals\, adoption promotion\, social media and websites\, and media relations.\n\nEach of these courses include live video conference sessions with top experts in the field providing students valuable contacts within the field. Additionally\, alumni have access to exclusive networking opportunities and receive notification of employment opportunities. \nYou can sign up for individual courses or all five for a discount. All five must be completed to get a certificate. \nWho will benefit from the program? \n\nProfessionals seeking a career change to something more personally fulfilling.\nNew shelter directors.\nShelter directors or managers wishing to improve their organization’s live release rate and sustainability.\nPeople working in the animal welfare field who wish to advance into management roles.\nBoard members of animal shelters.\n\nCredit for program/courses \nUpon completion of all five courses\, you will receive a Certificate in Animal Shelter Management from the University of the Pacific. \nEach course earns: \n\nContinuing Education Units (CEUs) from the University of the Pacific\nAssociation of Animal Welfare Advancement CAWA Continuing Education (CE) credits\n\nIndividual courses (6 CEUs): $399\nCertificate/all courses (30 CEUs): $1\,495\, special bundle pricing if you register for ALL courses up front ($500 discount!) \nSchedule and Registration \nEach of the five online courses are six weeks long and are offered sequentially. The entire program is about seven months long\, and a new round starts again after a short break. More information on start dates of each course and the registration form can be found on the University of the Pacific website.  \n​WEBSITE LINK:  http://pacific.edu/education/professional-development/certificate-programs/animal-shelter-management
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-certificate-program-starts-4-14-25-animal-shelter-management-certificate-program-marketing-and-development-humane-network-uop-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250415T070000
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SUMMARY:Conference - 4/15/25 to 4/18/25 - Animal Care Expo 2025 - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. We are excited to host Expo 2025 in Las Vegas\, Nevada\, April 15-18 at Caesars Forum\, where we expect to welcome over 2\,500 attendees. Experts from all facets of animal welfare around the globe will join together to learn about the latest programs\, share best practices\, gain inspiration\, and build lasting connections. \nAnimal Care Expo 2024 offered: \n\nNearly 100 workshops across 12 tracks.\nAn expansive exhibit hall providing the opportunity to engage with animal welfare organizations\, vendors and sponsors\, learning about the latest products and services in the industry.\nContinuing education opportunities in a variety of disciplines.\nNetworking opportunities where you can share knowledge\, gain advice and draw inspiration from the experiences and outlooks of your global colleagues.\nA dog park with adoptable dogs and cattery with adoptable cats where attendees can take some time from their day to unwind and cuddle with adorable animals.\nPlus\, several delicious plant-based meals throughout the conference.\nHands-on community service activities are planned for the exhibit hall as well as out in the community on May 15 (more to come).\n\nAltogether\, the networking and educational opportunities at Animal Care Expo yield professional and personal dividends for attendees that last throughout the year and beyond. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/conference-4-15-25-to-4-18-25-animal-care-expo-2025-hsus-fee-applies/2025-04-15/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T174500
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SUMMARY:Conference - 4/15/25 to 4/18/25 - Animal Care Expo 2025 - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. We are excited to host Expo 2025 in Las Vegas\, Nevada\, April 15-18 at Caesars Forum\, where we expect to welcome over 2\,500 attendees. Experts from all facets of animal welfare around the globe will join together to learn about the latest programs\, share best practices\, gain inspiration\, and build lasting connections. \nAnimal Care Expo 2024 offered: \n\nNearly 100 workshops across 12 tracks.\nAn expansive exhibit hall providing the opportunity to engage with animal welfare organizations\, vendors and sponsors\, learning about the latest products and services in the industry.\nContinuing education opportunities in a variety of disciplines.\nNetworking opportunities where you can share knowledge\, gain advice and draw inspiration from the experiences and outlooks of your global colleagues.\nA dog park with adoptable dogs and cattery with adoptable cats where attendees can take some time from their day to unwind and cuddle with adorable animals.\nPlus\, several delicious plant-based meals throughout the conference.\nHands-on community service activities are planned for the exhibit hall as well as out in the community on May 15 (more to come).\n\nAltogether\, the networking and educational opportunities at Animal Care Expo yield professional and personal dividends for attendees that last throughout the year and beyond. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/conference-4-15-25-to-4-18-25-animal-care-expo-2025-hsus-fee-applies/2025-04-16/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250416T120000
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SUMMARY:Online Event - 1st Tuesdays - All Call - California for All Animals
DESCRIPTION:The All Call is a twice-monthly\, California community call for animal well-being professionals. The one-hour call is a dedicated space to share and learn from each other. Popular topics include initiatives that create a more inclusive culture for both staff and community\, programs that keep pets with their people\, industry trends\, research studies\, as well as the hard stuff\, like what’s not working or what is particularly difficult during times of scarcity. The call is a mix of presentations\, storytelling\, open discussion\, and Q&A time. \nThe All Call is hosted by the California for All Animals team\, Nadia Oseguera-Ramón\, Ivy Ruiz\, and Allison Cardona.  You only need to register one time. Calls are sometimes recorded; recap emails with supplemental resources are sent post-call. Find past call resources and recordings\, including the recent Multicultural Engagement Community of Practice series\, at the Cal for All Animals website. \nRegister here: https://tinyurl.com/all-call
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-1st-and-3rd-tuesdays-all-call-california-for-all-animals/2025-04-16/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250417T230000
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SUMMARY:Conference - 4/15/25 to 4/18/25 - Animal Care Expo 2025 - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. We are excited to host Expo 2025 in Las Vegas\, Nevada\, April 15-18 at Caesars Forum\, where we expect to welcome over 2\,500 attendees. Experts from all facets of animal welfare around the globe will join together to learn about the latest programs\, share best practices\, gain inspiration\, and build lasting connections. \nAnimal Care Expo 2024 offered: \n\nNearly 100 workshops across 12 tracks.\nAn expansive exhibit hall providing the opportunity to engage with animal welfare organizations\, vendors and sponsors\, learning about the latest products and services in the industry.\nContinuing education opportunities in a variety of disciplines.\nNetworking opportunities where you can share knowledge\, gain advice and draw inspiration from the experiences and outlooks of your global colleagues.\nA dog park with adoptable dogs and cattery with adoptable cats where attendees can take some time from their day to unwind and cuddle with adorable animals.\nPlus\, several delicious plant-based meals throughout the conference.\nHands-on community service activities are planned for the exhibit hall as well as out in the community on May 15 (more to come).\n\nAltogether\, the networking and educational opportunities at Animal Care Expo yield professional and personal dividends for attendees that last throughout the year and beyond. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/conference-4-15-25-to-4-18-25-animal-care-expo-2025-hsus-fee-applies/2025-04-17/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250418T073000
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SUMMARY:Conference - 4/15/25 to 4/18/25 - Animal Care Expo 2025 - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. We are excited to host Expo 2025 in Las Vegas\, Nevada\, April 15-18 at Caesars Forum\, where we expect to welcome over 2\,500 attendees. Experts from all facets of animal welfare around the globe will join together to learn about the latest programs\, share best practices\, gain inspiration\, and build lasting connections. \nAnimal Care Expo 2024 offered: \n\nNearly 100 workshops across 12 tracks.\nAn expansive exhibit hall providing the opportunity to engage with animal welfare organizations\, vendors and sponsors\, learning about the latest products and services in the industry.\nContinuing education opportunities in a variety of disciplines.\nNetworking opportunities where you can share knowledge\, gain advice and draw inspiration from the experiences and outlooks of your global colleagues.\nA dog park with adoptable dogs and cattery with adoptable cats where attendees can take some time from their day to unwind and cuddle with adorable animals.\nPlus\, several delicious plant-based meals throughout the conference.\nHands-on community service activities are planned for the exhibit hall as well as out in the community on May 15 (more to come).\n\nAltogether\, the networking and educational opportunities at Animal Care Expo yield professional and personal dividends for attendees that last throughout the year and beyond. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/conference-4-15-25-to-4-18-25-animal-care-expo-2025-hsus-fee-applies/2025-04-18/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T120000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/22/25 - Opening your own procedure clinic to reduce economic euthanasia and provide affordable options - United Spay Alliance
DESCRIPTION:Thinking of Opening a Clinic in Your Community? Don’t Miss This Free Webinar – LIVE SESSION ONLY!\nJoin us on Tuesday\, April 22\, 2025 for a special presentation from Dr. Lisa Warren on how to open a procedure-focused clinic that serves your community’s animal welfare needs. \nDesigned for veterinarians and anyone interested in starting a clinic\, this session will explore Dr. Warren’s collaborative partnership model\, proving that procedure clinics can be both profitable and community-driven. \nCan’t wait? Check out our blog post with a sneak peak into Dr. Warren’s work in Kentucky here. \nWhat: Opening your own procedure clinic to reduce economic euthanasia and provide affordable options \nWhen: Tuesday\, April 22\, 2025 @ 2:00 PM ET \nLive session only – no recording will be available! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn directly from Dr. Warren. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/637890912072853085
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-22-25-opening-your-own-procedure-clinic-to-reduce-economic-euthanasia-and-provide-affordable-options-united-spay-alliance/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T123000
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SUMMARY:Webinar Series - 4/22/25 - Doors Wide Open: How to Multiply Existing Donor Dollars for Veterinary Care in Your Community - Open Door Veterinary Collective
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Engaging with Human and Social Service Providers to Increase Access to Care for Animals and People \nIn this session we’ll share the statistics that describe the crisis in accessing veterinary care from a credit and cash-flow perspective and offer practical solutions to help pet families pay for veterinary care over time\, at your clinic or with clinics in your community. \nWe’ll share research that demonstrates that these expanded payment options offer the ability to multiply donor (or discount) dollars by 14.5\, turning $100\,000 into $1\,450\,000 of veterinary care in your community among clients unlikely to qualify for common payment tools such as CareCredit. This will enable you to best target limited dollars to the cases that most need them and to expand care overall\, keeping clinics working to sustain accessible care. \nGuest Speaker: Heather Cammisa\, Program Manager at pethelpfinder.org and Chief Enterprise Officer at Open Door Veterinary Collective \nRegister here: https://maddiesfund-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1QXhCo6QRRSKBYInJ_Ki0Q#/ \nJoin Open Door Veterinary Collective for lively conversations as we explore innovative and practical solutions that organizations are using to address barriers to accessing pet care and resources in their communities. \nWe’ll cover various topics and share successful strategies through short 30-minute presentations\, panel discussions\, video snippets and Q&A sessions. \nTopics and featured programs include:\n• Pet Inclusive Transportation Options\n• Access to Financially Friendly Pet Services\n• Engaging with Human and Social Service Providers to Increase Access to Care\n• Successful Program Profiles: Neighborhood Pets and their Community-Centered Well-Being for People and Pets\n• How to Multiply Existing Donor Dollars for Veterinary Care in Your Community and more! \nWho should attend? Everyone is welcome! This series is perfect for those interested or involved in access to veterinary care. Each session will be recorded and viewable on-demand within a few days after the event. \nCome make friends and learn to make access to care more achievable for all involved! #ThanksToMaddie \nLearn more: https://forum.maddiesfund.org/opendoorwebcasts
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-series-4-22-25-doors-wide-open-how-to-multiply-existing-donor-dollars-for-veterinary-care-in-your-community-open-door-veterinary-collective/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T064244
CREATED:20250411T211218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T211229Z
UID:10005812-1745323200-1745326800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/22/25 - The Roundtable: Navigating Resistance and Strengthening Community - The AAWA
DESCRIPTION:This roundtable discussion explores the realities of helping animal welfare organizations make progress toward their equity and inclusion goals\, despite roadblocks and resistance. Learn from industry leaders as they share: \n\nExperiences creating long-term change at their organizations\nChallenges and successes they faced while addressing inequities in the workplace\nLessons learned\n\nPanelists: \n\nTodd Cramer\, CAWA\, Chief Operating Officer\, Potter League for Animals\nMeredith Jones\, Chief Community Initiatives Officer\, Operation Kindness\nJennifer Toussaint\, Chief of Animal Control\, Arlington County Animal Control / Animal Welfare League of Arlington\nFacilitator: Jasmin Robinson\, Director of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion Initiatives\, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement\n\n(Art by Hannah Moren) \nWEBSITE LINK: https://learning.theaawa.org/p/4-22-2025
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-22-25-the-roundtable-navigating-resistance-and-strengthening-community-the-aawa/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250423T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250423T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T064244
CREATED:20250421T170129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T170129Z
UID:10005824-1745404200-1745407800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/23/25 - A Culture of Return to Home: What is it and Why is it Important? - GoodPup
DESCRIPTION:Explore ways to ensure that your agency proactively promotes lost pet reunification \nLead by: Jackie Rose \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-culture-of-return-to-home-what-is-it-and-why-is-it-important-tickets-1207192518319
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-23-25-a-culture-of-return-to-home-what-is-it-and-why-is-it-important-goodpup/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250423T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250423T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T064244
CREATED:20250414T182955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T182955Z
UID:10005822-1745427600-1745433000@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/23/25 - Stay Safe During Equine Emergencies - HVMA
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Rebecca Gimenez Husted\, PhD\, Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue\, Inc. \nThis webinar will contain information useful to all veterinary professionals\, even those who do not practice on horses. Since horses are often transported to different locations\, accidents can happen anywhere.  Practitioners will be introduced to easy ways to learn the Incident Command model for safe teamwork for daily use in the clinic\, as well as response to field emergencies. Choosing the correct end points relevant to various dangerous scenarios\, and the difficult decision-making processing for triage\, treatment and euthanasia will be threaded throughout the presentation. \nDuring this webinar attendees will learn: \n\nThe importance of trained handlers.  Where to stand\, where not to stand and the significance of watching other people’s position.\nExamples of soft and hard extensions of the arm and simple large animal rescue specialty tools\nProven techniques for physical and chemical restraint.\nManipulations for laterally recumbent animals\, repositioning and recovery positions for large animals\nProcedures for de-escalation of stress in the animal patient while the veterinarian is responding to the location.\n\nThis webinar is FREE for all attendees.\n1.5 hours of RACE CE credits for HumaneVMA members only. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://humanevma.memberclicks.net/webinar-equine-emergencies
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-23-25-stay-safe-during-equine-emergencies-hvma/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250424T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T064244
CREATED:20250121T175002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T175002Z
UID:10005725-1745488800-1745493300@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/24/25 - Pioneering the Path: Innovations in Field Services Our Communities Need - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore cutting-edge advancements in animal field services. From AI-assisted tracking to community engagement strategies\, this webinar uncovers the tools and approaches needed to build stronger\, more resilient communities. Join us as we pave the way for a brighter future together. \nSpeaker: Dr. Josh Fisher  \nThis webinar has been certified by the National Animal Care & Control Association and is approved for 1 Continuing Education Unit. Please refer to your NACA membership portal for current CEU submission process. Current NACA Members who attend the live presentation or watch the recording will be able to download a jointly issued attendance certificate that includes the National Animal Care & Control Association logo. Visit the NACA training page for a complete list of future trainings. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/pioneering-the-path-innovations-in-field-services-our-communities-need/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-24-25-pioneering-the-path-innovations-in-field-services-our-communities-need-naca-justice-clearinghouse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T064244
CREATED:20250407T152428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T152513Z
UID:10005144-1745496000-1745499600@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Event - 4/24/25 - Maddie's Monthly Behavior Connection - Cracking the Cat Code: Recognizing Feline Signals for Better Care - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION:Understanding feline body language is crucial for ensuring the safety and well-being of both shelter cats and their caregivers. This session provides staff and volunteers with the practical tools to assess and respond to feline body language using the Fear Free FAS (Fear\, Anxiety\, and Stress) scale. Participants will learn how to identify stress signals\, improve observational skills\, and apply strategies to enhance human-cat interactions. Through interactive exercises and video demonstrations\, attendees will gain the confidence to advocate for the cats in their care\, promoting better welfare and adoption outcomes. \nGuest Speaker: Tabitha Kucera\, RVT\, KPA-CTP\, CCBC\, VTS (Behavior) \nJoin us on the fourth Thursday of every month as we talk about dog and cat behavior – supporting pets in our community and animal shelters. Each month\, we hear from speakers about topics of interest to our group\, such as behavior medications\, modifying animal behavior\, assessing and improving animal welfare\, and how organizations successfully provide behavior support to dogs and cats. \nWho should join: Animal welfare staff and volunteers who are interested in dog and cat behavior\, and everyone who works to keep pets out of shelters and in homes. \nYou only need to register once for all meetings: https://maddies.fund/MonthlyBehaviorRegistration \nCan’t attend live? Register anyway and you will get a link to the recording within a day or two after each meeting. \nAll recordings and resources shared during the webcast will also be available in the Maddie’s Monthly Behavior Connection group on Maddie’s Pet Forum – https://maddies.fund/monthlybehaviorconnectionMPF \nMaddie’s Fund does not share registration information. \nThe opinions expressed by webinar presenters are their own and do not necessarily represent those of Maddie’s Fund. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://maddies.fund/MonthlyBehaviorRegistration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-fourth-thursdays-maddies-monthly-behavior-connection-maddies-fund-12/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250424T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250424T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T064244
CREATED:20250414T183858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T183858Z
UID:10005823-1745506800-1745510400@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/24/25 - Circle Work: Movement Stations to Increase Confidence and Decrease Reactivity - FDSA (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:One of the most challenging components about working with a reactive dog in the real world is that the environment itself isn’t always predictable. And what if your goal is to help a reactive dog acclimate to a new environment\, and/or acclimate to other dogs being present? How can we change the environment\, to then change their behavior? Course circles are stations with pieces of equipment (think platforms\, cones\, cavalleti poles\, slow feeders\, etc) placed in a large circle\, with strategic behaviors assigned to each station. Course circles are designed to: – Build the dog’s skill set – Facilitate movement and body awareness – Allow for scent gathering with other dogs present – Create predictability using environmental cues – Be fun and engaging for both ends of the leash Learn how to use course circles for dogs who struggle staying relaxed and responsive in the presence of triggers\, or in unfamiliar environments. Whether you’re a seasoned professional looking for a fresh approach to your leash reactivity cases and group classes\, or a handler of a reactive dog looking for ways to help your dog feel more secure in the world\, this webinar is for you. \nPresenter: Jessica Wheatcraft  \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-24-25-circle-work-movement-stations-to-increase-confidence-and-decrease-reactivity-fdsa-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T064244
CREATED:20250404T221953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T221953Z
UID:10005801-1745575200-1745578800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/25/25 - Fading Kitten Syndrome: Fight the Fade - National Kitten Coalition
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this invaluable opportunity to learn from Dr. Emily Coleman as she explores the life-saving strategies for panleukopenia in kittens. Specifically designed for foster families and kitten caregivers\, this webinar will provide you with crucial knowledge on recognizing early symptoms\, accessing timely care\, and implementing effective vaccination and cleaning protocols to stop the spread of this devastating disease. Equip yourself with the tools and confidence to safeguard the health of the kittens you care for and make a lasting impact on their lives. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3217434560281/WN_1ziS4PI5RHOQoyAvc-53Gw#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-25-25-fading-kitten-syndrome-fight-the-fade-national-kitten-coalition/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTSTAMP:20260403T064244
CREATED:20250224T210623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T210623Z
UID:10005768-1745625600-1745711999@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference – 4/26/25 and 4/27/25 – Feline Health Symposium - Health Breakthroughs for EveryCat: Focusing on Future Therapies for Feline Heart Disease and Beyond – EveryCat Health Foundation (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:EveryCat Health Foundation and North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine are excited to partner once again for a feline health symposium! \nJoin us on April 26-27\, 2025 at North Carolina State College of Veterinary Medicine in Raleigh\, NC for Health Breakthroughs for EveryCat: Focusing on Future Therapies for Feline Heart Disease and Beyond. \nThe focus this year is feline heart disease\, including feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy\, with some very exciting news being announced! \nThis symposium will feature two tracks:\na two-day track for veterinary professionals offering continuing education credits\, and\na one-day track for non-veterinary professionals. \nFeatured speakers include:\nJoshua Stern\, DVM\, PhD\, DACVIM (Cardiology)\,\nJose Novo Matos DVM DipECVIM (Cardiology) MRCVS\,\nRonald H. L. Li\, DVM\, MVetMed\, PhD\, DACVECC\,\nAlex Lynch\, BVSc(Hons) DACVECC MRCVS\,\nMargaret Gruen\, DVM\, MVPH\, PhD\, DACVB\, Fear Free Certified\nand many others! \nBoth in-person and live stream options are available! \nWEBSITE LINK: https://felinesymposium.squarespace.com/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-4-26-25-and-4-27-25-feline-health-symposium-health-breakthroughs-for-everycat-focusing-on-future-therapies-for-feline-heart-disease-and-beyond-everyc/2025-04-26/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTSTAMP:20260403T064244
CREATED:20250310T192914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T192914Z
UID:10005779-1745625600-1745711999@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course - Application deadline 4/26/25 - Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program Summer 2025 Session - UC Davis KSMP Shelter Learniverse
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to take your career in animal sheltering to the next level? Offered by the Koret Shelter Medicine Program Shelter Learniverse as part of Maddie’s® Million Pet Challenge\, the Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program empowers frontline animal shelter workers to provide exceptional care\, grounded in best practices\, with a focus on improving outcomes for animals and communities. \nThrough engaging online courses\, you’ll gain expertise in: \n\nBest practices to reduce animal stress.\nFoundational animal care and medical care to enhance your skills.\nBehavior\, training\, and enrichment for healthier\, happier animals.\nPopulation management to optimize shelter resources.\nDaily care best practices that streamline your workflow and maximize impact.\n\nWhether you’re new to shelter work or a seasoned professional\, this program equips you with the tools\, knowledge\, and recognition to make a greater difference. \nWhy Become Certified? \n\nAdvance your career with professional credentials.\nLearn practical\, actionable skills to improve daily operations.\nGain confidence in providing high-quality care for every animal.\n\nApplications are being accepted for the summer 2025 session starting 5/26/25! Start learning today and become part of the growing movement to transform animal sheltering.  \nAPPLICATION DEADLINE: 4/26/25. \nCertification is currently free\, #ThanksToMaddie! \nThis program is most relevant for individuals working in public shelters or private shelters with municipal contracts. Enrollment is limited; applicants from these shelter types will be prioritized for this session. \nLearn more about upcoming sessions and apply at https://tinyurl.com/SCS-General
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-application-deadline-4-26-25-shelter-care-specialist-certification-program-summer-2025-session-uc-davis-ksmp-shelter-learniverse/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250501
DTSTAMP:20260403T064244
CREATED:20250224T212857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T212857Z
UID:10005771-1745712000-1746057599@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Conference – 4/27/25 to 4/29/25 – Humane Canada’s Summit for Animals – Humane Canada (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Montréal\, Québec for the biggest and boldest animal welfare conference in Canada! \nJoin us at Humane Canada’s Summit for Animals in Montréal\, Quebec\, April 27-29\, 2025\, where you’ll discover innovative strategies and practical solutions to enhance the well-being of animals in your community and beyond. \nEducation:  \nOur conference features diverse speakers\, including experts in advocacy\, community outreach\, animal care\, farmed and wild animals\, shelter medicine\, fundraising\, marketing and more. They will share valuable insights and best practices that you can implement in your daily work and organization. Dive into our conference educational topics here. \nNetworking:  \nExperience the Discovery Hub\, where you can explore a dynamic exhibit floor featuring cutting-edge products\, technology and services\, make connections and enjoy delicious food. This area brings together exhibitors and top-tier partners\, all seamlessly connected within the conference venue. At the Discovery Hub\, you will also find our Hot Topics area\, where you can gather in small groups to discuss current topics and pressing issues in animal welfare. \nWellbeing: \nUnwind in our Happy Walrus Recharge Room\, a relaxing and calm space to support your mental and physical well-being while at the conference. \nFun:  \nOur Yappy Hour will be the perfect opportunity to mingle with fellow attendees in a laid-back environment before the conference officially begins. \nOur friends at the Montréal SPCA will give us a warm welcome to their city at our scocial: Soirée Rendez-vous\, and will host shelter tours. \nThis is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow animal welfare professionals\, advocates and volunteers from across Canada\, the United States and abroad to learn\, share and advance together. Join us and be part of the movement to create a more humane world for all animals. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://reg.eventmobi.com/summitforanimals
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/conference-4-27-25-to-4-29-25-humane-canadas-summit-for-animals-humane-canada-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth\, Boulevard René-Lévesque Ouest 900\, Montréal\, Quebec\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250428
DTSTAMP:20260403T064244
CREATED:20250224T210623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T210623Z
UID:10005769-1745730000-1745746200@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference – 4/26/25 and 4/27/25 – Feline Health Symposium - Health Breakthroughs for EveryCat: Focusing on Future Therapies for Feline Heart Disease and Beyond – EveryCat Health Foundation (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:EveryCat Health Foundation and North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine are excited to partner once again for a feline health symposium! \nJoin us on April 26-27\, 2025 at North Carolina State College of Veterinary Medicine in Raleigh\, NC for Health Breakthroughs for EveryCat: Focusing on Future Therapies for Feline Heart Disease and Beyond. \nThe focus this year is feline heart disease\, including feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy\, with some very exciting news being announced! \nThis symposium will feature two tracks:\na two-day track for veterinary professionals offering continuing education credits\, and\na one-day track for non-veterinary professionals. \nFeatured speakers include:\nJoshua Stern\, DVM\, PhD\, DACVIM (Cardiology)\,\nJose Novo Matos DVM DipECVIM (Cardiology) MRCVS\,\nRonald H. L. Li\, DVM\, MVetMed\, PhD\, DACVECC\,\nAlex Lynch\, BVSc(Hons) DACVECC MRCVS\,\nMargaret Gruen\, DVM\, MVPH\, PhD\, DACVB\, Fear Free Certified\nand many others! \nBoth in-person and live stream options are available! \nWEBSITE LINK: https://felinesymposium.squarespace.com/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-4-26-25-and-4-27-25-feline-health-symposium-health-breakthroughs-for-everycat-focusing-on-future-therapies-for-feline-heart-disease-and-beyond-everyc/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250428T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250428T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T064244
CREATED:20250318T161803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T165632Z
UID:10003175-1745838000-1745841600@www.sheltermedportal.com
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 $5\,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. If you registered prior to May 2024 or are new to these meetings\, please use this link to register:\nhttps://maddies.fund/CommunityConvoRegistration2024  \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://maddies.fund/CommunityConvo2024Registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-meeting-mondays-weekly-community-conversations-thankstomaddie-maddies-fund-2-2-2-2-3-6-2-2-3/2025-04-28/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250428T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250428T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T064244
CREATED:20240322T230337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T193149Z
UID:10006013-1745841600-1745845200@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Event - Fourth Thursdays - Maddie's Monthly Behavior Connection - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the fourth Thursday of every month as we talk about dog and cat behavior – supporting pets in our community and animal shelters. Each month\, we hear from speakers about topics of interest to our group\, such as behavior medications\, modifying animal behavior\, assessing and improving animal welfare\, and how organizations successfully provide behavior support to dogs and cats. \nWho should join: Animal welfare staff and volunteers who are interested in dog and cat behavior\, and everyone who works to keep pets out of shelters and in homes. \nYou only need to register once for all meetings: https://maddies.fund/MonthlyBehaviorRegistration \nCan’t attend live? Register anyway and you will get a link to the recording within a day or two after each meeting. \nAll recordings and resources shared during the webcast will also be available in the Maddie’s Monthly Behavior Connection group on Maddie’s Pet Forum – https://maddies.fund/monthlybehaviorconnectionMPF \nMaddie’s Fund does not share registration information. \nThe opinions expressed by webinar presenters are their own and do not necessarily represent those of Maddie’s Fund. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://maddies.fund/MonthlyBehaviorRegistration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-fourth-thursdays-maddies-monthly-behavior-connection-maddies-fund/2025-04-28/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250429T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250429T120000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/29/25 - Part II: Triage that Transforms Intake - HASS
DESCRIPTION:Part one left us on a cliffhanger! Ready for part 2? Let’s explore Intake Triage strategies that help manage lost pet intake and streamline your intake process as a whole! Join the next HASS Webinar on April 29th at 1 p.m. CT. \nAmanda Foster\, HASS Programs Director\, and Nichole Hazard\, HASS Associate Director of Marketing & Communications\, will discuss easy ways to better understand the “why” behind animals entering the shelter and the best practices for communicating effectively with your community. \nYou can also watch part one here: https://tinyurl.com/4vr5wuvd \nRegister now: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/7017380094930/WN_sgt425qSRlqrPZ0-4XK8ZA#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-29-25-part-ii-triage-that-transforms-intake-hass/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T064244
CREATED:20250421T180032Z
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SUMMARY:Online Event - 5/1/25 - Maddie's Monthly Foster Connection: Pawsitively Clean: Foster Home Sanitation Tips with Dr. Chumkee Aziz - Maddie's Fund
DESCRIPTION:Sanitation is one of the most underrated but important factors in maintaining animal wellbeing. We all know how important it is to keep infectious diseases at bay in shelters\, but what about foster homes? These temporary havens are a lifeline for our most vulnerable animal populations\, giving them a break from shelter stress and infectious disease risk while offering personalized care and attention. But let’s face it\, foster homes are busy places! From kids to grandparents\, and even resident pets\, there can be a lot of interaction going on in foster homes. So\, how do we keep these environments safe and healthy for our foster animals? In this webinar\, we’ll explore practical\, safe\, and effective sanitation tips tailored to foster homes. By the end\, you’ll know even more than you already do about creating and maintaining clean\, nurturing spaces that support your foster animals’ recovery and wellbeing. \nPresenter: Dr. Chumkee Aziz\, UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program \nAbout Maddie’s Monthly Foster Connection:\nJoin us on the first Thursday of every month to discuss successful foster innovations and programs\, collaborate with others in the field\, answer questions and talk through complex foster-related issues. \nWho should join: Foster managers\, coordinators\, volunteers and any staff who are interested in learning about what’s working in foster programs. \nYou only need to register once for all meetings: https://maddies.fund/MonthlyFosterRegistration \nCan’t attend live?  Register anyway and you will get a link to the recording within a day or two after each meeting. \nAll recordings and resources shared during the webcast will also be available in the Maddie’s Monthly Foster Connection group on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://maddies.fund/monthlyfosterconnectionMPF \nMaddie’s Fund does not share registration information. \nThe opinions expressed by webinar presenters are their own and do not necessarily represent those of Maddie’s Fund. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://maddies.fund/MonthlyFosterRegistration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-first-thursdays-maddies-monthly-foster-connection-maddies-fund-8-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250501T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T064244
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 5/1/25 - How to practice environmentally sustainable veterinary medicine - The Bridge Club
DESCRIPTION:In this session we’ll explore the environmental impacts of the industry and ways to improve them\, including actions to take to reduce climate change and waste in veterinary clinics and across the supply chain of medical supplies. we are so fortunate to have Margo Mosher\, Senior Director\, Global Sustainability with Mars Veterinary Health lead our discussion. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.thebridgeclub.com/events/how-to-practice-environmentally-sustainable-veterinary-medicine
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-5-1-25-how-to-practice-environmentally-sustainable-veterinary-medicine-the-bridge-club/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250503T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T064244
CREATED:20250407T173907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T173907Z
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SUMMARY:Online Event – 5/3/25 – Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Ready to make a difference for feral and stray cats in your community? Join our expert instructors to learn the best practices for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and effective colony management. You’ll learn what TNR is\, why it works\, and how to address common challenges such as communicating with neighbors\, preparing for trapping\, conducting large-scale trapping operations\, feeding\, and providing winter shelter. \nIf you’re new to TNR\, you’ll gain the essential skills needed to kickstart your TNR journey\, while experienced trappers can refresh and sharpen their techniques. \nTake advantage of the interactive format\, extensive handouts\, and real-life video footage from actual projects. Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance and access to a dedicated Facebook group for ongoing networking with fellow TNR advocates. \nThis session is led by Susan Richmond\, Executive Director\, and Bryan Kortis\, National Programs Director\, and lasts 2.5 hours\, followed by an optional 15-minute Q&A session. The cost of registration is just $10.00. \nThis course/webinar/series/conference has been approved for Continuing Educational Units by the National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA). National certificate holders can submit for credit consistent with the NACA CEU policy located https://nacatraining.org/continuing-education-recertification/ \nWEBSITE LINK: https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/tnr-certification-workshop-presented-by-neighborhood-cats-may-2025/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-5-3-25-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-community-cats-podcast-small-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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