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 8/31/21 – Animal Behavior Consulting: Principles & Practice – IAABC (fee applies)
IAABC Presents (fee applies): The IAABC Animal Behavior Consulting Principles & Practice Course is a unique twelve-week, a multi-module course providing a comprehensive overview of the many facets of animal behavior consulting for all species. The course is appropriate for experienced behavior consultants and practitioners as well as those newer to the field with a strong interest in animal behavior.
Online Course – Enrollment open 9/1/21 to 9/15/21 – Workshop – Cohort Structure – Shelter Playgroup Alliance
Shelter Playgroup Alliance Presents: Learners will be invited to join a cohort of 75 individuals that will meet virtually for three months via the Litmos LMS platform. Each cohort will be invited to twice-monthly (bi-weekly) hour-long, live meetings via Zoom webinar so that questions can be answered live. The bi-weekly meetings will feature video analysis and discussion of relevant topics. A discussion board per cohort will be maintained and moderated. After matriculation of each cohort, the cohort’s discussion board will be archived.
Online Meeting – Mondays – Shelter and Rescue Support Call – Hosted by Maddie’s Fund
Online Meeting – Mondays – Shelter and Rescue Support Call – Hosted by Maddie’s Fund
Maddie's Fund Presents: Maddie’s Fund, in concert with American Pets Alive!, hosts a weekly hour-long Zoom call for animal welfare workers and volunteers. While these calls started out as a response to COVID-19, it’s grown into so much more. These calls are a safe place to discuss uncomfortable topics, all while sharing a common goal of preserving the human-animal bond.
Webinar – 8/30/21 – It Takes a Village: Cases. Presented by Dr. Lisa Radosta – PPG (fee applies)
Webinar – 8/30/21 – It Takes a Village: Cases. Presented by Dr. Lisa Radosta – PPG (fee applies)
PPG Presents (fee applies): Through a case series, this session will explore how the partnership between veterinary behaviorist, dog training professional and pet parent improves the lives of the dogs they collectively treat.
VIN Rounds – 8/31/21 – Diagnostic Imaging: What, How, and Why – VIN/VSPN
VIN Rounds – 8/31/21 – Diagnostic Imaging: What, How, and Why – VIN/VSPN
VIN/VSPN Presents: Anne Katherman, DVM, MS, DACVIM discusses "Diagnostic Imaging: What, How, and Why."
Online Seminar – 8/25/21 and 8/31/21 – Diversity & Inclusion in the Veterinary Profession: Why It Matters – CVMA
Online Seminar – 8/25/21 and 8/31/21 – Diversity & Inclusion in the Veterinary Profession: Why It Matters – CVMA
CVMA Presents: The veterinary profession is one of the least diverse professions in the United States with regard to underrepresented and historically marginalized populations. This webinar will highlight historic and current trends in the veterinary profession. Participants will appreciate why creating more diverse and inclusive veterinary teams is critical to the profession’s endurance and to the people and patients it serves.
Webinar – 8/31/21 – What Home Means for Cats: Working Together to Keep More Cats Alive and Thriving – HASS
Webinar – 8/31/21 – What Home Means for Cats: Working Together to Keep More Cats Alive and Thriving – HASS
HASS Presents: But, what does return to home mean when it comes to cats that live indoors and out? When it comes to talking about cats, we use a lot of acronyms: RTF, RTH, TNR, and SNR. But, the only term we really need is Return to Home. Join Dr. Kate Hurley and Monica Frenden for this live webinar to answer this question and more!
Webinar – 8/31/21 – Fear, Failure, and Fakery: Outsmarting Imposter Syndrome – VETGirl (fee applies)
Webinar – 8/31/21 – Fear, Failure, and Fakery: Outsmarting Imposter Syndrome – VETGirl (fee applies)
VETGirl Presents (fee applies): In this VETgirl online CE webinar, Jeannine Moga, MA, MSW, LCSW and Chief Happiness Officer of VETgirl, reviews how veterinary professionals can combat imposter syndrome within our field. This webinar will review individual and team-based tools for outsmarting imposter syndrome in support of optimal wellbeing, performance, and work/life satisfaction.
Webinar – 9/1/21 – Grant-Free Fundraising! How to Grow Like a Tech Startup – Network for Good
Webinar – 9/1/21 – Grant-Free Fundraising! How to Grow Like a Tech Startup – Network for Good
Network for Good Presents: In this webinar we will redefine mindsets to be startup founders and business-minded, go into the process of learning how to leverage peer-to-peer fundraising to increase traction, and give you knowledge that helps enhance measuring and tracking of data and technology usage to enhance fundraising.
Webinar – 9/2/21 – Risk Assessment of Aggression Cases – Dog iBox (fee applies)
Webinar – 9/2/21 – Risk Assessment of Aggression Cases – Dog iBox (fee applies)
Dog iBox Presents (fee applies: This presentation will discuss risk factors that affect the likelihood of achieving a safe and successful outcome for these patients. Strategies for approaching topics such as rehoming or humane euthanasia will also be covered.
Webinar – 9/2/21 – Risk Assessment of Aggression Cases with Dr. Christopher Pachel – Dog iBox (fee applies)
Webinar – 9/2/21 – Risk Assessment of Aggression Cases with Dr. Christopher Pachel – Dog iBox (fee applies)
Dog iBox Presents (fee applies): Veterinarians and behavior professionals are frequently faced with questions about aggressive behaviors that may include biting, scratching, lunging, or threatening postures. This presentation will discuss risk factors that affect the likelihood of achieving a safe and successful outcome for these patients. Strategies for approaching topics such as rehoming or humane euthanasia will also be covered.
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…
Online Event – 9/2/21 – Live from the Ranch with Ken Ramirez, Zazie Todd, Ph.D. and Laurie C. Williams – Karen Pryor Academy
Online Event – 9/2/21 – Live from the Ranch with Ken Ramirez, Zazie Todd, Ph.D. and Laurie C. Williams – Karen Pryor Academy
Karen Pryor Academy Presents: Join Ken Ramirez, KPCT’s Chief Training Officer, for a free virtual event live from The Ranch on Thursday, September 2, at 12:00 pm (PT). Ken will be joined by special guests Zazie Todd, Ph.D. and Laurie C. Williams. The episode will include live training demos, audience Q & A, and so much more!
Online Event – 9/2/21 – Successfully Addressing the Cost of Care with Clients – The Bridge Club
Online Event – 9/2/21 – Successfully Addressing the Cost of Care with Clients – The Bridge Club
The Bridge Club Presents: What impact does the cost of care have on clients at your veterinary practice? How can we help clients prepare for and understand the cost of care over their pet’s lifetime? Join us & ASPCA® Pet Insurance as we dive into this important conversation and offer NEW tools to make the discussion easier.
Webinar – 9/2/21 – Julie Flanery – Imitiation and Mimicry: You Can Do It! – FDSA (fee applies)
Webinar – 9/2/21 – Julie Flanery – Imitiation and Mimicry: You Can Do It! – FDSA (fee applies)
FDSA Presents (fee applies): Come and learn a step-by-step protocol developed by Claudia Fugazza, that teaches your dog to not only mimic your behavior, but transfer that understanding in the teaching of new, unknown behaviors. Learn how teaching your dog to imitate you can enhance any training method you already use.
VIN/IVAPM Rounds – 9/2/21 – Animal Pain Awareness: It’s What We Do – VIN/VSPN
VIN/IVAPM Rounds – 9/2/21 – Animal Pain Awareness: It’s What We Do – VIN/VSPN
VIN/IVAPM Presents: Attend this session presented by Robin Downing, DVM, MS, DAAPM, DACVSMR, CVPP, CCRP, to earn 1 hour free CE credit.