Week of Events
Virtual Conference – 9/16/25 to 9/18/25 – 2025 G2Z Summit – Equity in Access: Inclusive Solutions for Companion Animal Challenges – Getting 2 Zero (fee applies)
Getting 2 Zero Presents (fee applies): Whatever role you play in the companion animal management and welfare puzzle, you need to attend the 10th National G2Z Summit. Experts from all facets of companion animal management and welfare, from Australia and beyond, will join together to learn about the latest programs, share best practices, gain inspiration, and build lasting connections.
Online Certificate Program – Starts 9/15/25 – Community Cats Program Management – Humane Network/UoP (fee applies)
University of the Pacific Presents (fee applies): Aimed at animal welfare professionals, veterinary students, animal control officers, nonprofit leaders, and community advocates, this course combines theory with practical applications to cover all aspects of community cat welfare.
Virtual Conference – 9/16/25 to 9/18/25 – 2025 G2Z Summit – Equity in Access: Inclusive Solutions for Companion Animal Challenges – Getting 2 Zero (fee applies)
Getting 2 Zero Presents (fee applies): Whatever role you play in the companion animal management and welfare puzzle, you need to attend the 10th National G2Z Summit. Experts from all facets of companion animal management and welfare, from Australia and beyond, will join together to learn about the latest programs, share best practices, gain inspiration, and build lasting connections.
Virtual Conference – 9/16/25 to 9/18/25 – 2025 G2Z Summit – Equity in Access: Inclusive Solutions for Companion Animal Challenges – Getting 2 Zero (fee applies)
Getting 2 Zero Presents (fee applies): Whatever role you play in the companion animal management and welfare puzzle, you need to attend the 10th National G2Z Summit. Experts from all facets of companion animal management and welfare, from Australia and beyond, will join together to learn about the latest programs, share best practices, gain inspiration, and build lasting connections.
Training – 9/19/25 to 9/21/25 – G2Z2025 Feline HQHVSN Workshop – Getting 2 Zero (fee applies)
Getting 2 Zero Presents (fee applies): Created specifically to fill a gap for veterinary professionals, the G2Z2025 Feline HQHVSN Workshop is the only event of its kind in Australia. The goal is to have 100 participants that are made up of 50 veterinarians and 50 nurses/techs/practice manager. We are aiming for a ‘team’ (or more) from each workplace so that there is more than one person taking the knowledge and skills back to the workplace
and because much of the value of HQHVSN lies in the processes and non-surgical aspects of the model.
Webinar – 9/15/25 – Effective, Efficient, Economical: How to Step Up Your Sanitation Game – UC Davis KSMP
UC Davis KSMP Presents: Strong sanitation is the backbone of healthy shelters—it protects animals, safeguards staff, and saves lives. At this conversation with Cynthia Karsten, DVM, of the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program, you’ll hear the story behind Sheltr-Partners.org, how free membership works, and the benefits shelters are already seeing. You’ll also get an inside look at the newest, most economical hydrogen peroxide-based disinfectant. Join us to discover innovative sanitation tools that are helping organizations save major time and money, and plug in your own numbers to see what resource savings are possible for your team.
Online Meeting – Mondays – Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie – Maddie’s Fund
Maddie’s Fund Presents: Join 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 July 2025 or are new to these meetings, please use this link to register:
https://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025
Webinar – 9/16/25 – Doors Wide Open: Strategies to expand access to care that work – How Field Officers are Addressing Pet Transport Barriers Directly in the Community – Maddie’s Fund
Maddie’s Fund Presents: Join us for a dynamic 30 minute webinar in the ODVC + NACA Partnership Series, spotlighting innovative, community-based solutions led by Field Officers. This interactive session features two organizations sharing how they have integrated pet rides into field services to reduce barriers and increase access to care. Learn how this proactive, compassionate approach is helping families stay together the real-life impact of offering transport solutions.
Online Training – 9/17/25 – Surrender Prevention Certification Workshop Presented by Dr. Rachel Geller – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
Community Cats Podcast Presents (small fee applies): Are you deeply committed to ensuring that cats remain in their cherished homes? Step into the role of a certified Surrender Prevention Specialist and become a catalyst for positive change in the lives of our feline friends.
Webinar – 9/17/25 – Veterinarians Are the Heart: Your Role in Addressing Animal Cruelty in Your Community – HumaneVMA
HumaneVMA Presents: This webinar session will equip veterinary professionals with the knowledge and tools to recognize, document, and respond to signs of animal cruelty. Led by experts in veterinary forensics, animal welfare, and legal advocacy, the presentation explores the vital link between animal abuse and human violence and how veterinarians can play a pivotal role in protecting both animals and people. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community.
Online Training – 9/20/25 – Return-to-Field: Saving the Lives of Community Cats – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)
Community Cats Podcast Presents (small fee applies): In recent years, more and more shelters have adopted Return-to-Field (RTF) programs. We’ll cover the policies behind RTF, the mechanics of implementing the program, current controversies over the RTF of friendly cats, and how to combine RTF with TNR in general to lower cat populations and create sustainability.