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SUMMARY:Online Certificate Program – Starts 9/23/24 – Animal Shelter Management Certificate Program – Leadership – 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\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://uc.pacific.edu/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=21282#courseSectionDetails_2946837
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-certificate-program-starts-9-23-24-animal-shelter-management-certificate-program-leadership-humane-network-uop-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240923T140000
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SUMMARY:Online Workshop - 9/23/24 - Leadership Accelerator: Effective Strategies to Make DEI Stick - The AAWA
DESCRIPTION:A four-hour accelerated workshop for leaders working towards an equitable and just profession. \nIn this executive level leadership online workshop\, you will work together as a cohort of committed leaders. You will engage in self-reflection\, create a roadmap for making DEI a strategic goal in your organization\, and identify the core skills leaders need to model. \nWorkshop Objectives: \n\nDefine concepts of DEI and impact on animal welfare\nExamine our DEI Journey Maps and share with others\nPractice calling in conversations and how to foster open communication\nStrategize new ways to incorporate DEI practices throughout your organization\nCraft a 90-day action plan for the top three things you can do that would advance DEI in your organization\n\nWhile we recognize the importance of diversity\, equity\, and inclusion from multiple levels of an organization\, this course is specifically designed to support leaders\, including executives\, C-level staff\, directors of municipal animal services\, and board members. \nPresenters: \n– Jasmin M. Robinson\, Director of DEI Initiatives\, The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement\n– Maria Morukian\, Founder & President\, MSM Global Consulting \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://learning.theaawa.org/p/9-23-24
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-workshop-9-23-24-leadership-accelerator-effective-strategies-to-make-dei-stick-the-aawa/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240923T120000
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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. 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-2-2-2-2-3-6/2024-09-23/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240925
DTSTAMP:20260404T001716
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UID:10005429-1727136000-1727222399@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 9/24/24 – Canine Social Behavior – IAABC (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:This course will teach you about canine communication\, play\, greetings\, conflict resolution behaviors\, and puppy social development. Dig into the science of canine social behavior\, with an emphasis on dog-to-dog social interactions. Veterinarians\, behavior consultants\, trainers\, groomers\, kennel staff\, shelter workers\, day care staff\, pet sitters\, dog walkers\, and keen guardians will all benefit from this course. \nThis course will help you: \n\nExplain the importance of social relationships between dogs from a scientific perspective\nAccurately interpret body language in dogs and understand how body language is linked to emotional states and communication\nDescribe and understand the stages of puppy development and how development can affect adult behaviors\, including the development of problem behaviors\nRecognize and interpret play and greeting behaviors in dogs\nDescribe the functions of conflict and reconciliation behaviors in dogs\n\nCourse Begins: September 24\, 2024\nDuration: 5 weeks\nInstructor: Camille Ward\, PhD\, CAAB\nCourse type: Instructed Course \n** IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT WEEKLY ONLINE MEETINGS ** \n\nAuditors do not attend online meetings\nMeetings are not recorded\nMeetings take place on Tuesdays at 1:00 pm Eastern (first meeting October 1st)\nMeetings are 1 hour in duration\nThere are 5 meetings for this course\n\nWEBSITE LINK:  https://iaabcfoundation.org/courses/canine-social-behavior/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-9-24-24-canine-social-behavior-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240925T113000
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CREATED:20240812T203347Z
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UID:10005478-1727254800-1727263800@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 9/25/24 - For Dog's sake\, can you stop that? Canine-Friendly Body Language Improvements for Humans - Dogs Playing for Life (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Dogs are resilient and oh-so-forgiving! These qualities make them endearing as companions\, along with their ability to love unconditionally. So\, why do some dogs struggle to understand us when we are offering affection or when we want to help them\, not harm them? In this session\, we will focus on the HUMAN handling that contributes to unwanted behavior\, even “aggression”. Get ready to rethink your approach as we reveal the common and widely accepted and taught handling errors that set dogs up for failure. Through extensive video examples\, we will demonstrate alternative handling techniques that help dogs to trust and thrive! \nThis webinar will demonstrate: \n– Examples of handling that causes negative behavior compared to handling that promotes  desired behavior \n– Demonstration of handling that induces trust and learning with dogs that are too afraid to respond initially to food rewards or affection \n– Comprehensive discussion around the correct use of pressure and release and why this is a critical skill for shelter canine handlers to master to save more dogs \nThis is a 2-hour presentation followed by a 30 min Q&A session. This webinar costs $20 and you will receive the recording the next day. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4bcg2hn4TGGXti0SZvCoCw#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-9-25-24-for-dogs-sake-can-you-stop-that-canine-friendly-body-language-improvements-for-humans-dogs-playing-for-life-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240925T110000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 9/25/24 - The Future of Post-Adoption Support - University of Florida Maddie's Shelter Medicine Program
DESCRIPTION:Are you an animal welfare professional looking to enhance your organization’s post-adoption support? Could your return rates for adoptions decrease if your adopters could get real-time answers to the most common settling-in issues for a new pet? \nPetszel can lighten this load for you. Join us for a webinar to explore how Petszel can help your organization make more adoptions stick and see examples from other shelters that are using this app. \nDate: September 25\, 2024\, 1:00 pm ET\nTitle: The Future of Post-Adoption Support\nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NqcIQaHWTA2wvA_vY2Angw \nThis new app developed by shelter directors and veterinarians works with your existing software to trickle tailored content delivered at the right time to new adopters. Automated post-adoption engagement and adopter check-in surveys delivered to your inbox let you know if issues are developing\, giving your team time to help before a return occurs. \nPetszel is free for shelters and rescues. Direct connection to PetPoint\, Shelterluv\, and ShelterBuddy (Chameleon coming soon!) reduces staff time and can even transfer medical records to the pet’s new veterinarian to improve continuity of care. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NqcIQaHWTA2wvA_vY2Angw
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-9-25-24-the-future-of-post-adoption-support-university-of-florida-maddies-shelter-medicine-program/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240926T110000
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UID:10005450-1727348400-1727352000@www.sheltermedportal.com
SUMMARY:Webinar - 9/26/24 - From Horror to Hope: An Anti-Puppy Mill Advocate’s Eye-Opening Journey Inside of USDA Kennels - Life of Riley at Spring Point
DESCRIPTION:Speakers: \n\nMindi Callison\, Founder and Executive Director of Bailing out Benji\nAlexis Bell\, Research Analyst Bailing out Benji\n\nMindi and Alexis have devoted their lives to ending puppy mill cruelty and Bailing Out Benji is widely known as a powerful and tireless advocate for the dogs on these facilities. Through their examination of inspection records and images from licensed dog breeding facilities\, they have uncovered and exposed cruelty and played critical roles in shutting down bad facilities and passing animal protection legislation. Earlier this year\, members of Bailing Out Benji were given intimate access inside USDA kennels in the Midwest: they were allowed to see every inch of these facilities\, touch everything (including dogs!) and had all their questions answered by the kennel owners. \nJoin Mindi and Alexis for a conversation about their experience and hear why animal advocates can be hopeful about changes that are happening within the industry. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvdO-qqTwsE9cLZ_pIAXRc8lpwnlI00ijf#/registration
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-9-26-24-from-horror-to-hope-an-anti-puppy-mill-advocates-eye-opening-journey-inside-of-usda-kennels-life-of-riley-at-spring-point/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240926T130000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 9/26/24 - Shelter Behavior Roundtable: Tracking Behavioral Observations in Shelter Animals - ASPCAPro
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful session that will help you enhance your organization’s methods for collecting and utilizing behavioral observations in shelter animals. Our expert panelists will examine a mock behavioral communications flowchart and share valuable\, practical tips to help you evaluate your shelter’s behavioral communication processes. You’ll walk away knowing how to implement small changes that can significantly improve the behavioral health of shelter animals. \nTakeaways \n\nLearn tips and tools for assessing your current system\nUnderstand the important role of integrated care in behavioral health\n\nSuited For\nThis webinar is best suited for animal behavior professionals\, shelter professionals\, and shelter volunteers. \nCredits\nThis webinar has been submitted for CCPDT credit and is pending approval. \nPresenters\nElise Gingrich DVM\, MPH\, MS\, DACVPM\, DABVP (Shelter Medicine Practice)\, Senior Director\, Shelter Medicine Shelter Services\, ASPCA\nK.C. Thompson\, Shelter Operations Manager\, Humane Society of Charlotte\nKatie Donohue\, Associate Director of Behavior Services – Adoption Centers CBCC-KA \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/shelter-behavior-roundtable-tracking-behavioral-observations-shelter-animals
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-9-26-24-shelter-behavior-roundtable-tracking-behavioral-observations-in-shelter-animals-aspcapro/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240927T120000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - 9/27/24 - Bridging the Gap: How VPAs Can Revolutionize Veterinary Care - United Spay Alliance
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to learn about a game-changing opportunity in veterinary care? \nJoin us for a FREE webinar\, “Bridging the Gap: How VPAs Can Revolutionize Veterinary Care\,” featuring expert Dr. Bob Murtaugh\, where we’ll dive into the exciting push for the Veterinary Professional Associate (VPA) position. This new role is set to enhance and support the veterinary profession\, offering solutions to both current and future challenges. \nIn this session\, you will: \n\nDiscover how the VPA role addresses veterinary provider needs.\nLearn how practitioners can promote growth and improve access to care.\nGain practical insights on how YOU can help bring this role to life.\n\nThis webinar is designed with you in mind—whether you’re a veterinary professional\, animal lover\, or simply curious about the future of veterinary care. The entire session will be Q&A format\, allowing you to engage directly with Dr. Murtaugh and ask your most pressing questions throughout the discussion. \n📅 Date & Time: Friday\, September 27th from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM ET\n📍 Location: Online\n🎟️ Cost: FREE! \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to shape the future of veterinary care! Reserve your spot now and be part of this exciting discussion. If you have any questions\, feel free to contact us at info@unitedspayalliance.org \nREGISTER TODAY: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5968507998059028570
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/webinar-9-27-24-bridging-the-gap-how-vpas-can-revolutionize-veterinary-care-united-spay-alliance/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240928T130000
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UID:10006006-1727524800-1727528400@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/2024-09-28/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Event
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