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SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 4/2/23 to 4/6/23 - Animal Care Expo 2023 - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. Over 2\,500 attendees are expected to join us in New Orleans in 2023. Experts from all aspects of animal welfare will come together from across the globe to learn about the latest programs\, share best practices\, gain inspiration\, and build lasting connections. The conference features an international trade show promoting the latest animal care products and services from a wide range of exhibitors. With eleven workshop tracks\, learning labs\, networking opportunities and social events\, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals. \nWe are excited to return to New Orleans\, Louisiana\, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Expo will feature nearly 100 professional development sessions in-person and select livestreamed sessions for a virtual audience. These broadcasted sessions will be recorded and available to both in-person and virtual participants for on-demand viewing after the conference. \nWe are also incredibly excited to be able to offer several scholarships this year. Check out our Scholarship page for more information and be sure to submit your application by the January 4\, 2023\, deadline to be considered. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-4-2-23-to-4-6-23-animal-care-expo-2023-hsus-fee-applies/2023-04-02/
LOCATION:Hilton New Orleans Riverside\, Two Poydras St\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 4/2/23 to 4/6/23 - Animal Care Expo 2023 - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. Over 2\,500 attendees are expected to join us in New Orleans in 2023. Experts from all aspects of animal welfare will come together from across the globe to learn about the latest programs\, share best practices\, gain inspiration\, and build lasting connections. The conference features an international trade show promoting the latest animal care products and services from a wide range of exhibitors. With eleven workshop tracks\, learning labs\, networking opportunities and social events\, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals. \nWe are excited to return to New Orleans\, Louisiana\, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Expo will feature nearly 100 professional development sessions in-person and select livestreamed sessions for a virtual audience. These broadcasted sessions will be recorded and available to both in-person and virtual participants for on-demand viewing after the conference. \nWe are also incredibly excited to be able to offer several scholarships this year. Check out our Scholarship page for more information and be sure to submit your application by the January 4\, 2023\, deadline to be considered. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-4-2-23-to-4-6-23-animal-care-expo-2023-hsus-fee-applies/2023-04-03/
LOCATION:Hilton New Orleans Riverside\, Two Poydras St\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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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/2023-04-03/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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SUMMARY:Online Certificate Program – Starts 4/4/23 – 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. \nMarketing and Development: Apr 4 to May 14\, 2023\nInstructor: Diane Blankenburg and Laurie D. Daily\nCourse Code: UNSM 025 51 (6 CEUs) \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\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:  https://education.pacific.edu/education/professional-development/certificate-programs/leadership-health-certificates
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-certificate-program-starts-4-4-23-animal-shelter-management-certificate-program-marketing-and-development-humane-network-uop-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 4/2/23 to 4/6/23 - Animal Care Expo 2023 - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. Over 2\,500 attendees are expected to join us in New Orleans in 2023. Experts from all aspects of animal welfare will come together from across the globe to learn about the latest programs\, share best practices\, gain inspiration\, and build lasting connections. The conference features an international trade show promoting the latest animal care products and services from a wide range of exhibitors. With eleven workshop tracks\, learning labs\, networking opportunities and social events\, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals. \nWe are excited to return to New Orleans\, Louisiana\, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Expo will feature nearly 100 professional development sessions in-person and select livestreamed sessions for a virtual audience. These broadcasted sessions will be recorded and available to both in-person and virtual participants for on-demand viewing after the conference. \nWe are also incredibly excited to be able to offer several scholarships this year. Check out our Scholarship page for more information and be sure to submit your application by the January 4\, 2023\, deadline to be considered. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-4-2-23-to-4-6-23-animal-care-expo-2023-hsus-fee-applies/2023-04-04/
LOCATION:Hilton New Orleans Riverside\, Two Poydras St\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/4/23 - Quick! Hit PAUSE: Using Controlled Setups for Reactive Dogs with Suzanne Clothier - PPG (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Handlers of reactive dogs struggle to find ways to help their dogs feel less worried\, overwhelmed or pushed past their thresholds. But progress can be slow\, particularly if the dog continues to be triggered despite the handler’s best efforts. Many handlers are discouraged\, embarrassed or frustrated when the dog is triggered. Why does this happen so often? This webinar dives into what you need to know to help reactive dogs through carefully controlled set-ups. \nIf you’ve ever wished for a PAUSE button on life to help your dog\, this webinar is for you. The practical information provided will help you create successful training moments. Find out why so many clients and their dogs have benefited from this sensible approach to thin slicing for success. \nLearning Objectives \n\nThe importance of controlled setups to facilitate success\, vs. “training in the wild” where stimuli are not under your direction or control\nHow to use the “pause button” – how to control stimuli\nUnderstanding your dog’s triggers (visual\, auditory\, kinesthetic\, olfactory\, social\, chase)\nThe Stimulus Gradients – the holy trinity of dog training: Distance\, intensity & duration\nUsing Line of View and Field of View in the real world with existing structures\, objects\, vehicles\, etc.\n\nCEUs: PPAB \, CCPDT \, KPA \, & IAABC pending \nAbout the Presenter:  \nSuzanne Clothier has been working with animals professionally since 1977. Her positive and humane approach\, Relationship Centered Training™ (RCT) promotes promote healthy\, respectful and joyful dog/human connections. \nThe author of Bones Would Rain from the Sky: Deepening Our Relationships With Dogs (2002)\, her innovative programs include Treat/Retreat\, the Enriched Puppy Protocol\, CARAT™\, RAT™\, FAT™\, as well as many RCT techniques\, online courses and webinars. A trainer of trainers\, she has taught on a broad range of topics throughout the US and internationally\, and served as a consultant to major service dog schools. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5202769
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-4-23-quick-hit-pause-using-controlled-setups-for-reactive-dogs-with-suzanne-clothier-ppg-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/4/23 -  Connecting the Dots in Civil and Criminal Justice: Protecting People by Focusing on Animal Abuse - NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
DESCRIPTION:Family court judges\, prosecutors\, attorneys\, and other officials who understand the Link between crimes against animals and crimes against people – and the intense emotional bonds children and women in particular have for their pets — are in a better position to prevent future violence and protect their community. This webinar will: introduce seven distinct Links between animal abuse and other family violence; show how recognizing animal welfare issues helps resolve challenges in animal cruelty and civil cases; offer guidelines for court officials; and review professional and legislative responses to The Link that benefit not only Man’s Best Friend… but also Man (and especially Woman). \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. \nPresenter \nInternationally acclaimed lecturer\, author and educator Phil Arkow is coordinator of the National LINK Coalition – the National Resource Center on The LINK between Animal Abuse and Human Violence – and edits the monthly LINK-Letter. He chairs the Latham Foundation’s Animal Abuse and Family Violence Prevention Project. He teaches at the University of Florida and Harcum College. He has presented over 300 times in 17 countries\, 38 states\, and 9 Canadian provinces\, and has authored over 95 key reference works on human-animal interactions and violence prevention. \nHe co-founded the National Link Coalition\, the National Animal Control Association\, and the Colorado and New Jersey humane federations. He has served with the AVMA\, the ASPCA\, American Humane\, the Delta Society\, the Animals & Society Institute\, the National Sheriffs Association\, the National Coalition on Violence Against Animals\, the National District Attorneys Association\, the Academy on Violence & Abuse\, and the American Association of Human-Animal Bond Veterinarians. He received a Lifetime Achievement Award from New Jersey Child Assault Prevention. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/connecting-the-dots-in-civil-and-criminal-justice-protecting-people-by-focusing-on-animal-abuse/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-4-23-connecting-the-dots-in-civil-and-criminal-justice-protecting-people-by-focusing-on-animal-abuse-naca-justice-clearinghouse/
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 4/2/23 to 4/6/23 - Animal Care Expo 2023 - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. Over 2\,500 attendees are expected to join us in New Orleans in 2023. Experts from all aspects of animal welfare will come together from across the globe to learn about the latest programs\, share best practices\, gain inspiration\, and build lasting connections. The conference features an international trade show promoting the latest animal care products and services from a wide range of exhibitors. With eleven workshop tracks\, learning labs\, networking opportunities and social events\, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals. \nWe are excited to return to New Orleans\, Louisiana\, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Expo will feature nearly 100 professional development sessions in-person and select livestreamed sessions for a virtual audience. These broadcasted sessions will be recorded and available to both in-person and virtual participants for on-demand viewing after the conference. \nWe are also incredibly excited to be able to offer several scholarships this year. Check out our Scholarship page for more information and be sure to submit your application by the January 4\, 2023\, deadline to be considered. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-4-2-23-to-4-6-23-animal-care-expo-2023-hsus-fee-applies/2023-04-05/
LOCATION:Hilton New Orleans Riverside\, Two Poydras St\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/5/23 - The Importance of Transparency in Sheltering and Rescue - PPG (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Much like the lack of transparency in dog training\, there’s also a lack of transparency in sheltering and rescue organizations. This webinar will review key questions adopters\, donors and those looking to support organizations should look for\, red flags to be aware of and how organizations can improve their transparency with the public. As behavior professionals\, we’ve likely all had clients who were well-intentioned adopting a dog that turned out to be more than they bargained for\, resulting in emotional and financial duress. It’s up to all of us to keep groups accountable\, educate clients and raise awareness about the importance of transparency. \nCEUs: PPAB 1\, CCPDT 1\, KPA 1 Pending IAABC \nPresented by Kate LaSala \nKate LaSala\, CTC\, CBCC-KA\, PCBC-A\, CSAT\, FFCP-E is a multi-credentialed\, certified behavior consultant and trainer\, who specializes in helping fearful\, aggressive and separation anxiety dogs and their people live better lives through one-on-one online positive training. She is a member of the PPG Shelter and Rescue Division\, a former private shelter trainer and has been involved in rescue sheltering and advocacy for over two decades. She is deeply committed to continuing education\, transparency and has worked with local HSUS chapters to help shutter puppy mill stores around the NYC area. Follow @RescuedByTraining on Facebook and Instagram. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5154870
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LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 4/6/23 – The Thinking Dog: Cognition and its Role in Behavior – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what’s going on in your dog’s head? This course will guide you through those intangible\, invisible mental processes that influence behavior. It includes fascinating cognitive capabilities such as understanding time and concepts\, reasoning\, self-awareness\, and consciousness. All of these abilities combine to form the mental experience of an animal\, and understanding that experience is critical to understanding behavior! This is truly fascinating stuff—and it will give you a new perspective on how to change behavior and promote well-being. \nIn this course you will learn about: \n\nCognition in general\nDifferent areas of cognition\nHow to apply and integrate these concepts into our work with any species\n\nThroughout the course\, full students will have multiple opportunities to use in-class activities to further their understanding of the material and to receive feedback regarding their progress in the course. \n** IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT ONLINE WEEKLY MEETINGS ** \n\nAuditors do not attend online meetings\nMeetings are not recorded\nMeetings take place on Thursdays at 12:00 pm Eastern (first meeting April 13th)\nMeetings are 1 hour in duration\nThere are 4 meetings for this course\n\nCourse Begins: April 6\, 2023\nDuration: 4 weeks\nInstructor: Kristina Spaulding\, PhD\, CAAB \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/the-thinking-dog-cognition-and-its-role-in-behavior/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-4-6-23-the-thinking-dog-cognition-and-its-role-in-behavior-iaabc-fee-applies/
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SUMMARY:Webinar Series - 4/6/23 and 5/5/23 - Take Charge to Make Change: Policy Advocacy for Network Partners - Best Friends
DESCRIPTION:In this new webinar series\, the Best Friends advocacy team sits down to discuss topics around policy\, advocacy\, and grassroots efforts for animal welfare organizations. The series aims to provide information to help you save lives in your everyday work. Topics covered include working with elected officials\, lobbying\, fundraising\, data\, coalitions\, strategic plans\, and more. \nEach webinar is pre-recorded\, and the series is split into two parts. After part 2 is published\, registrants will have access to attend a live panel event where the webinar presenters will answer your questions. During the live panel event\, we’ll also announce a grant opportunity in which registrants will be eligible to receive one of five $1000 grants. \nRegistering with the form below gets you first access to all the webinars delivered directly to your inbox\, as well as the ability to participate in the live panel event where more information about the grant opportunity will be provided. Sign up by April 5 to ensure you receive Part 1 on April 6. For questions\, please reach out to bfnetwork@bestfriends.org \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://network.bestfriends.org/education/take-charge-make-change-policy-advocacy-network-partners
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-series-4-6-23-and-5-5-23-take-charge-to-make-change-policy-advocacy-for-network-partners-best-friends/2023-04-06/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Hybrid Conference - 4/2/23 to 4/6/23 - Animal Care Expo 2023 - HSUS (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. Over 2\,500 attendees are expected to join us in New Orleans in 2023. Experts from all aspects of animal welfare will come together from across the globe to learn about the latest programs\, share best practices\, gain inspiration\, and build lasting connections. The conference features an international trade show promoting the latest animal care products and services from a wide range of exhibitors. With eleven workshop tracks\, learning labs\, networking opportunities and social events\, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals. \nWe are excited to return to New Orleans\, Louisiana\, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Expo will feature nearly 100 professional development sessions in-person and select livestreamed sessions for a virtual audience. These broadcasted sessions will be recorded and available to both in-person and virtual participants for on-demand viewing after the conference. \nWe are also incredibly excited to be able to offer several scholarships this year. Check out our Scholarship page for more information and be sure to submit your application by the January 4\, 2023\, deadline to be considered. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/hybrid-conference-4-2-23-to-4-6-23-animal-care-expo-2023-hsus-fee-applies/2023-04-06/
LOCATION:Hilton New Orleans Riverside\, Two Poydras St\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Conference
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SUMMARY:Online Event – 4/6/23 – Live from the Ranch with Laura Monaco Torelli – Karen Pryor Academy
DESCRIPTION:Tune into the next episode of Live from The Ranch to learn more about cooperative care with Laura Monaco Torelli. Join Ken Ramirez and Laura Monaco Torelli for this free virtual event with real time training demos\, audience Q&A\, and more! \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://theranch.clickertraining.com/live/#next
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-4-6-23-live-from-the-ranch-with-laura-monaco-torelli-karen-pryor-academy/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 4/7/23 - Adopt All Your Kittens in a Day: How to Hold a Low-Stress Event - ASPCAPro
DESCRIPTION:When you have more kittens than you know what to do with\, it’s time to hold a mega-adoption event! For nearly two decades\, Cat Adoption Team (CAT) has sent home between 50-100 or more kittens in a single day through their annual “Kitten Palooza” adoption event. Over the years\, CAT has refined the process to make this one-day event run smoothly and become more enjoyable for staff\, volunteers\, kittens\, and adopters. \nDuring this webinar\, you’ll get their time-tested recommendations for how to plan and execute an adoption event that’s low on stress but high on adoptions. You’ll get ideas for marketing to increase adopter turnout\, plus suggestions for how to effectively use your space and an appointment-based event to improve the adopter experience\, increase the quality of adoptions\, and reduce stress for everyone involved. Get ready to host your own mega-adoption event and save more lives! \n\nTakeaways \n\n\nUtilize foster homes to stage the event\nGet the word out with attention-grabbing event marketing\nUse timed entry to lower stress and improve adoptions\nCreate adoption spaces to spread out the crowd\nHost a mega-adoption event that doesn’t make you pull your hair out\n\n\n\n\nSuited For \n\nThis session is best suited for those that work at a shelter or rescue. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/adopt-all-your-kittens-day-how-hold-low-stress-event
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-4-7-23-adopt-all-your-kittens-in-a-day-how-to-hold-a-low-stress-event-aspcapro/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Online Event – 4/8/23 – Online Behavior Day – Community Cats Podcast (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Join Community Cats Podcast on Saturday\, April 8\, 2023 for Online Behavior Day featuring: \n\nPam Johnson-Bennett\, cat behavior consultant and author\nDr. Rachel Geller\, animal behaviorist *Tabitha Kucera CCBC\, KPA-CTP\, and Fear-Free and Low-Stress Handling Certified Registered Veterinary Technician\nArden Moore\, pet health and safety coach and Fear-Free Certified professional speaker\n\nThe team will offer a variety of workshops on common cat behavior issues and concerns\, from vet visits and enrichment to litter box and multi-cat household issues\, and how to set up a behavior program at your rescue or shelter. \nYou’ll not only learn about new concepts and tools you can incorporate into your home or rescue organization to address behavioral issues but there will also be fun cat trivia and prizes to enhance your experience\, as well as chances to network with other professionals and volunteers in the animal welfare sphere. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/2023-online-behavior-day/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-event-4-8-23-online-behavior-day-community-cats-podcast-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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