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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 4/6/26 – Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program Spring 2026 Session – UC Davis KSMP Shelter Learniverse
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to take your career in animal sheltering to the next level? Offered by the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program  Shelter Learniverse as part of Maddie’s® Million Pet Challenge\, the Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program empowers frontline animal shelter workers to provide exceptional care\, grounded in best practices\, with a focus on improving outcomes for animals and communities. \nThrough engaging online courses\, you’ll gain expertise in: \n\nBest practices to reduce animal stress.\nFoundational animal care and medical care to enhance your skills.\nBehavior\, training\, and enrichment for healthier\, happier animals.\nPopulation management to optimize shelter resources.\nDaily care best practices that streamline your workflow and maximize impact.\n\nWhether you’re new to shelter work or a seasoned professional\, this program equips you with the tools\, knowledge\, and recognition to make a greater difference. \nWhy Become Certified? \n\nAdvance your career with professional credentials.\nLearn practical\, actionable skills to improve daily operations.\nGain confidence in providing high-quality care for every animal.\n\nStart learning today and become part of the growing movement to transform animal sheltering.  \nCertification is currently free\, #ThanksToMaddie! \nThis program is most relevant for individuals working in public shelters or private shelters with municipal contracts. Enrollment is limited; applicants from these shelter types will be prioritized for this session. \nLearn more about upcoming sessions and apply at https://tinyurl.com/SCS-General
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/online-course-starts-4-6-26-shelter-care-specialist-certification-program-spring-2026-session-uc-davis-ksmp-shelter-learniverse/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Online Course – Starts 4/7/26 – 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\nDuration: 5 weeks\nInstructor: Dr. Camille Ward MS\, PhD\, CAAB \n\nMeetings are not recorded\nMeetings take place on Tuesdays at 5pm EDT (first meeting April 14th)\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-4-7-26-canine-social-behavior-iaabc-fee-applies/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Conference - 4/7/26 to 4/10/26 - Animal Care Expo 2026 - Humane World for Animals (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international professional development conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. 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 a variety of session topics\, learning labs\, networking opportunities and social events\, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals. \nJoin us April 7-10\, 2026 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh\, PA! \nWEBSITE LINK: https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/conference-4-7-26-to-4-10-26-animal-care-expo-2026-humane-world-for-animals-fee-applies/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:David L. Lawrence Convention Center\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Conference - 4/7/26 to 4/10/26 - Animal Care Expo 2026 - Humane World for Animals (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international professional development conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. 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 a variety of session topics\, learning labs\, networking opportunities and social events\, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals. \nJoin us April 7-10\, 2026 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh\, PA! \nWEBSITE LINK: https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/conference-4-7-26-to-4-10-26-animal-care-expo-2026-humane-world-for-animals-fee-applies/2026-04-08/
LOCATION:David L. Lawrence Convention Center\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Online Event - 4/8/26 - Shelter Med LIVE from Animal Care Expo - UC Davis KSMP
DESCRIPTION:Expo FOMO? Tune in for a special April 8 edition of Shelter Med LIVE from Animal Care Expo! We’re bringing veterinarians from the conference floor to one Zoom room for a fun\, fast-paced roundtable. They’ll share: \n\nSneak peeks: Top tips and takeaways from the critical topics they’re presenting.\nSession resources: How to access information after the sessions are over or find out more if you can’t attend.\nPittsburgh perspectives: What vets think is important to share with their colleagues around the country.\n\nWhether you’re in the clinic\, at home\, or getting some Expo steps in\, join the call so you won’t miss the chat. Can’t make it live? Register to receive a link to the recording and resources. We’ll return to our regular third Wednesday schedule in May. \nSpecial guests\nClick on presenter names to read about their conference sessions. \n\nDr. Becca Boronat\, MV\, CAWA (Veterinarian\, Best Friends Animal Society)\nDr. Sarah Hicks\, DVM (Outreach Veterinarian\, UW-Madison Shelter Medicine Program)\nDr. Kate Kuzminski\, DVM\, COO (Veterinarian and Co-founder\, Ruthless Kindness)\nDr. Alison Lindsay\, DVM (Assistant Clinical Professor of Community Medicine\, Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program\, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine)\nDr. Erica Schumacher\, DVM (Outreach Veterinarian\, UW-Madison Shelter Medicine Program)\nDr. Christina Tran\, DVM (Executive Associate Dean & Clinical Professor\, Roseman University of Health Sciences)\nDr. Bridgid Twomey\, VMD (Assistant Professor\, Western University of the Health Sciences)\n\nThis event has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit by CAWA and NACA.  Find past episodes on-demand in the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program Shelter Learniverse\, #ThanksToMaddie! \nAbout Shelter Med LIVE \nShelter medicine bridges gaps in veterinary care access\, ensuring animals are sterilized\, vaccinated\, and have the medical treatment they need before going home to the people and communities who care for them. Shelter Med LIVE is the place where vet professionals connect around what it takes to make shelter medicine happen every day—from intake triage to MacGyvering creative fixes. Every third Wednesday\, join your UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program host Dr. Jenn Bennett and special guests for real talk and real solutions. \nAsk questions (or send them in ahead of time). This isn’t a lecture—it’s a conversation for everyone who wants to talk shop about shelter medicine. Kick back and recharge with your colleagues in the middle of a long week. \nWEBSITE LINK:  https://tinyurl.com/sheltermedlive
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CATEGORIES:Online Event
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SUMMARY:Conference - 4/7/26 to 4/10/26 - Animal Care Expo 2026 - Humane World for Animals (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international professional development conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. 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 a variety of session topics\, learning labs\, networking opportunities and social events\, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals. \nJoin us April 7-10\, 2026 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh\, PA! \nWEBSITE LINK: https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/conference-4-7-26-to-4-10-26-animal-care-expo-2026-humane-world-for-animals-fee-applies/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:David L. Lawrence Convention Center\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Conference – 4/9/26 to 4/12/26 – 2026 ABVP Symposium – ABVP (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to expand your expertise\, connect with colleagues\, and explore the latest breakthroughs in species-specific veterinary care. The ABVP® Scientific Program is packed with innovative sessions\, inspiring speakers\, and practical insights designed to elevate your practice. \nWEBSITE LINK: https://abvp.com/symposium/
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/conference-4-9-26-to-4-12-26-2026-abvp-symposium-abvp-fee-applies/
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SUMMARY:Conference - 4/7/26 to 4/10/26 - Animal Care Expo 2026 - Humane World for Animals (fee applies)
DESCRIPTION:Animal Care Expo is the largest international professional development conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers. 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 a variety of session topics\, learning labs\, networking opportunities and social events\, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals. \nJoin us April 7-10\, 2026 at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh\, PA! \nWEBSITE LINK: https://humanepro.org/expo
URL:https://www.sheltermedportal.com/event/conference-4-7-26-to-4-10-26-animal-care-expo-2026-humane-world-for-animals-fee-applies/2026-04-10/
LOCATION:David L. Lawrence Convention Center\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, United States
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