This calendar is a listing of webinars, other learning opportunities, online meetings and other upcoming national events related to animal sheltering and related areas of interest.
Only some of these events are produced by the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program. Most are being created and sponsored by other groups and agencies. Being listed here does not mean that we have reviewed the material contained. We are trying to provide a variety of resources to hopefully help make your life a little easier. For additional information on any of these items before or after the event please contact the organizer directly (listed in the item description).
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Week of Events
Online Course – Starts 7/25/21- Fundamentals of Animal Behavior and Learning – IAABC (fee applies)
IAABC Presents (fee applies): This course will help you think scientifically about animal training and behavior consulting for all species, understand and break training into component principles, understand environmental events that maintain behavior, increase your ability to be humane and effective, and more.
Online Event – 7/29/21 to 7/30/21 – Animal Welfare Summit – AAWA and Michelson Found Animals
The AAWA and Michelson Found Animals Present: This two-day virtual event is available to startups or organizations, both for-profit and nonprofit, that are building products and services intended to improve the welfare of animals in shelters. This event will build relationships between the innovators and industry leaders, with the goal of building a community that will further our mission of saving pets and enriching lives.
Online Conference – 7/29/21 to 7/31/21 – AVMA Virtual Convention 2021 – AVMA (fee may apply)
AVMA Presents (fee may apply): AVMA Virtual Convention 2021 brings the best features of AVMA's in-person events online, so you can take part no matter where you are! Following the popularity and success of last year's all-virtual event, this year's convention promises to be just as engaging, inspiring, and educational as any in-person meeting
Online Conference – 7/29/21 to 7/31/21 – AVMA Virtual Convention 2021 – AVMA (fee may apply)
AVMA Presents (fee may apply): AVMA Virtual Convention 2021 brings the best features of AVMA's in-person events online, so you can take part no matter where you are! Following the popularity and success of last year's all-virtual event, this year's convention promises to be just as engaging, inspiring, and educational as any in-person meeting
Online Event – 7/29/21 to 7/30/21 – Animal Welfare Summit – AAWA and Michelson Found Animals
The AAWA and Michelson Found Animals Present: This two-day virtual event is available to startups or organizations, both for-profit and nonprofit, that are building products and services intended to improve the welfare of animals in shelters. This event will build relationships between the innovators and industry leaders, with the goal of building a community that will further our mission of saving pets and enriching lives.
Online Conference – 7/29/21 to 7/31/21 – AVMA Virtual Convention 2021 – AVMA (fee may apply)
AVMA Presents (fee may apply): AVMA Virtual Convention 2021 brings the best features of AVMA's in-person events online, so you can take part no matter where you are! Following the popularity and success of last year's all-virtual event, this year's convention promises to be just as engaging, inspiring, and educational as any in-person meeting
Online Event – 7/26/21 – CalAnimals Emerging Leaders’ Summer Symposium #ThankstoMaddie – Maddie’s Fund and CalAnimals
Online Event – 7/26/21 – CalAnimals Emerging Leaders’ Summer Symposium #ThankstoMaddie – Maddie’s Fund and CalAnimals
Maddie's Fund and CalAnimals Presents: Join over 30 emerging leaders as they share professional development tips and tricks. Topics include Lessons from a Leader, Collaborative Connections and Financial Management, Navigating Challenges and more.
Webinar – 7/27/21 – The Future of Fundraising: All You Need for Hybrid Events and Auctions – Network for Good
Webinar – 7/27/21 – The Future of Fundraising: All You Need for Hybrid Events and Auctions – Network for Good
Network for Good Presents:
CASCAR Zoom Call for California Shelters – 7/27/21 – All-Star Community Cat Panel – CASCAR – UC Davis KSMP
CASCAR Zoom Call for California Shelters – 7/27/21 – All-Star Community Cat Panel – CASCAR – UC Davis KSMP
KSMP Presents: Join us for a CASCAR Community Cat Program Q&A with Maddie's Director of Feline Lifesaving Monica Frenden, HSUS Senior Analyst for Cat Protection and Policy Danielle Bays, Stray Cat Alliance Executive Director Christi Metropol, and SF SPCA Senior Vice President of Law and Advocacy Brandy Kuentzel. Bring your staff, your questions, and your concerns—this is your chance to streamline your cat intake protocols and messaging!
Webinar – 7/27/21 – Speak the Right Words – Fear Free
Webinar – 7/27/21 – Speak the Right Words – Fear Free
Fear Free Presents: In this webinar, Debra Vey Voda-Hamilton, principal at Hamilton Law and Mediation, PLLC (HLM), will help vets and their staff learn how to appropriately address disagreements and foster mindful reactions to difficult discussions.
Webinar – 7/27/21 – Advances in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer in our canine companions – VETGirl
Webinar – 7/27/21 – Advances in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer in our canine companions – VETGirl
VETGirl Presents: In this complimentary VETgirl–Blue Buffalo webinar, Dr. Cheryl London, DVM, PhD, DACVIM reviews some of the recent advances in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer in dogs.
Webinar – 7/28/21 – Stress, Recuperation Rates and Elizabethan Collars – Let’s Smash the ‘Cone of Shame’ and Replace it with the ‘Sunflower Shield’ – PPG (fee applies)
Webinar – 7/28/21 – Stress, Recuperation Rates and Elizabethan Collars – Let’s Smash the ‘Cone of Shame’ and Replace it with the ‘Sunflower Shield’ – PPG (fee applies)
PPG Presents (fee applies): Join the presenter as she delves into scientific, observational, and anecdotal evidence regarding the impact of owner-compliance and stress on recovery rates and provides a solution to help make wearing of the Elizabethan collar less stressful for the dog, pet guardians and veterinarians.
Webinar – 7/28/21 – “No Worries—She’s an Indoor Cat” is NOT the Solution for Tick & Heartworm Prevention for Cats – EveryCat Health Foundation
Webinar – 7/28/21 – “No Worries—She’s an Indoor Cat” is NOT the Solution for Tick & Heartworm Prevention for Cats – EveryCat Health Foundation
EveryCat Health Foundation Presents: Join us for a review of the more common external and internal parasites of cats, including an update on prevalence and parasite forecasts from Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC); a discussion of the risk to indoor cats; and how long-acting preventives can increase compliance and protect more pets.
Webinar – 7/29/21 – The Adolescent Period of Development and Its Implications for Behavior/Dog-Owner – PPG (fee applies)
Webinar – 7/29/21 – The Adolescent Period of Development and Its Implications for Behavior/Dog-Owner – PPG (fee applies)
PPG Presents (fee applies): This period of development is likely to be a particularly vulnerable time for dog-owner relationships, and for shaping the long-term behavior of the developing animal. In this session, the presenter will provide an overview of the neurological and behavioural changes that mammals undergo during adolescence, along with highlighting the potential implications.
Virtual Seminar – Thursdays in June – Shelter Behavior with Kelley Bollen – CalAnimals (open to non-members also)
Virtual Seminar – Thursdays in June – Shelter Behavior with Kelley Bollen – CalAnimals (open to non-members also)
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…
Webinar – 7/29/21 – Why is My Puppy Limping? A Common-Sense Approach to Juvenile Canine Orthopedic Diseases – VETGirl (fee applies)
Webinar – 7/29/21 – Why is My Puppy Limping? A Common-Sense Approach to Juvenile Canine Orthopedic Diseases – VETGirl (fee applies)
VETGirl Presents (fee applies): Dr. Michael Jaffe, DVM, MS, CCRP, DACVS will review a common-sense approach to juvenile canine orthopedic disease. Dr. Jaffe will explain orthopedic injuries in juvenile canines, how to diagnose them, and treatment options available. Tune in to learn about elbow dysplasia, OCD, panosteitis, injuries to growth plates, and other common orthopedic diseases seen in young canine patients.
Webinar – 7/29/21 – Denise Fenzi – Calming Games for High Arousal – FDSA (fee applies)
Webinar – 7/29/21 – Denise Fenzi – Calming Games for High Arousal – FDSA (fee applies)
FDSA Presents (fee applies): We hope you'll join Denise Fenzi for this webinar to find out about the skills and games you can play with your dog to raise and lower arousal. An essential skill for both life and sports!