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  • Conference – 8/10/23 to 8/12/23 – 2023 Best Friends National Conference – Best Friends

    Conference – 8/10/23 to 8/12/23 – 2023 Best Friends National Conference – Best Friends

    At the Best Friends National Conference presented by Petco Love, you’ll learn how to make an impact in your community from presenters from different backgrounds and organization types, including leaders in animal welfare, marketing, DE&I, government relations, and more — and all while having fun!

    Plus, you’ll make meaningful connections with fellow animal welfare volunteers and staff members from across the country.

    Here’s a brief highlight of what we have lined up so far this year:

    • How to Best Serve the Underserved: In this session, we’ll discuss how high-volume shelters can better cater to their communities’ needs, and by extension the animals’ needs. You’ll learn the best practices for implementing community-oriented programs at a high-volume organization.
    • Taking Back Your Lifesaving Power – How to Deal With Backlash From the Media and Community: During this interactive session, shelters, rescue groups, and other organizations in attendance will discover the power of language, learn how to deal with backlash, and find out how to communicate effectively and be transparent.
    • Turning “I Can’t” Into “Why Not?” – A Shelter’s Journey Toward Lifesaving: From high euthanasia rates to high save rates, this session speaks to rural, Southern shelters that are historically underfunded and understaffed and shows that, with a drive to save lives, anything is possible.

    In addition to all the engaging sessions, when you register you’ll enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast and hot lunch each day of the conference, access to our app, a closing celebration party, access to the Hub to shop and mingle with exhibitors, and so much more.

    If you register by June 9, the registration fee is only $295. There’s no need to enter a special code. The $100 discount will be taken off automatically when you register. Beginning June 10, the price increases to $395.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://bestfriends.org/events/best-friends-national-conference

  • Online Meeting – Mondays – Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie – Maddie’s Fund

    Online Meeting – Mondays – Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie – Maddie’s Fund

    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.

    Who Should Join?
    Executive 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.

    Win Ca$h for Attending!
    Each 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.

    Register Today
    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.

    All calls are recorded and uploaded to the Community Conversations page on Maddie’s Pet Forum https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations

    Please note: All views expressed on these calls are not necessarily endorsed by Maddie’s Fund.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://forum.maddiesfund.org/communityconversations

  • Webinar – 4/12/23 – Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps – PPG (fee applies)

    Webinar – 4/12/23 – Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps – PPG (fee applies)

    Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. Ensure customers can find accurate, updated information about your local business on Google Search and Google Maps, no matter which device they use. In this workshop, you will learn how to create and manage a Google Business Profile from start to finish.

    We’ll discuss:

    • What is a Google Profile
    • How to Create Your Google Profile
    • How to Manage Your Business Information

    CEUs: PPAB 1, CCPDT 1, KPA 1 Pending for IAABC

    About the Presenter:
    Tracey Lee Davis, founder of ZingPop Social Media, turns busy small business owners into online marketing rockstars! A social media expert and Certified Partner for Constant Contact, she coaches entrepreneurs in how to grow their business using social media and provides total management for their email marketing campaigns. Tracey Lee is also a featured speaker for associations and business groups. She is a 2022 Silicon Valley Woman of Influence, Alignable’s 2022 Local Businessperson of the Year for San Jose as well as a Top 25 U.S. Business Mentor of 2021, a Certified Content Marketing Strategist, and the Co-Owner and Vice President of the Women’s Networking Alliance. She also really, really loves cheese.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5116468

  • Webinar – 4/20/23 – Mushroom Mystique: Which Ones Are Magic and Which Ones Are Tragic – ASPCAPro

    Webinar – 4/20/23 – Mushroom Mystique: Which Ones Are Magic and Which Ones Are Tragic – ASPCAPro

    Join Dr. Jesse Strong, DVM, DABT to learn all about mushroom exposures in cats and dogs! Most mushrooms cause stomach upset, but some can be deadly, making it difficult to know how aggressive treatment should be. While there are too many mushroom species to cover them all, this presentation will discuss the main categories of toxic mushrooms that can be found in the United States and Canada.

    This presentation will cover diagnosis and treatment of different types of toxic mushrooms, including tips on how to get mushrooms identified, as well as how to treat unknown mushroom exposures. Join us for a virtual foray into the wonderful world of fungi!

    Takeaways

    • Recognize and treat exposures to liver and renal toxic mushrooms in cats and dogs
    • Recognize and treat exposures to muscarinic, isoxazole derivative, hallucinogenic, and GI toxic mushrooms
    • Treat unknown mushroom exposure

    Suited For

    Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians

    Credits

    The live webinar and post-webinar online course are RACE-approved and are eligible for one hour of free CE for veterinarians and veterinary technicians.

    WEBSITE LINK: https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/mushroom-mystique-which-ones-are-magic-and-which-ones-are-tragic

  • Webinar – 4/11/23 – Crisis Sheltering for Pets: Keeping People and Pets Together – HASS

    Webinar – 4/11/23 – Crisis Sheltering for Pets: Keeping People and Pets Together – HASS

    There are times when someone can’t take care of their pet on a temporary basis, because of a medical emergency, loss of housing, or another short-term crisis. The traditional sheltering response is to permanently separate the pet from their owner, but more and more organizations are providing crisis sheltering instead—boarding the pet at the shelter, or placing them in a foster home, for a limited amount of time. How does crisis sheltering work, and how can you get started? We’ve gathered experts from multiple crisis sheltering organizations and programs for a live panel discussion that will leave you inspired.

    Join us in conversation with Shoshana Mostoller, Community Engagement Manager for Chesapeake Humane Society; Jodi Polanski, Founder and Executive Director of Lost Our Home Pet Rescue; Kristina Pulsipher, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Ruff Haven Crisis Sheltering; Andy Bond, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of BestyBnB, and our moderator Vincent Medley, Director of Human Animal Support Services. We’ll discuss what crisis sheltering looks like in each of their organizations, challenges they’ve overcome, and their best tips for getting started.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://zoom.us/webinar/register/6016782060176/WN_qFQtd-iCTnadivtQEMA84w

  • Online Event – 6/16/23 – Juneteenth Summit: Care Package – BlackDVM Network

    Online Event – 6/16/23 – Juneteenth Summit: Care Package – BlackDVM Network

    The second of our new quarterly summits, this Summit brings Care Package vibes and reminds us of how we can take care of ourselves! This is a celebration of Black excellence, with discussions around navigating the first 3 years as a veterinary professional. Open to the public! Free for members.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.blackdvmnetwork.com/event-details/juneteenth-summit-care-package

  • Webinar – 5/16/23 – Emotions Inside Out – Dog iBox (fee applies)

    Webinar – 5/16/23 – Emotions Inside Out – Dog iBox (fee applies)

    What does joy feel like to you? Is it the same for the person sitting next to you? Is it the same for the animals in your care? Are emotions pre-wired in the brain or are they learned? Is the topic of emotions even relevant to training animals? These are just a few of the interesting and important questions that surround the topic of emotions. In this session, we will focus on contemporary approaches to understanding emotions with action potential for living and learning with animals.

    About the Presenter:

    Susan G. Friedman, Ph.D. is a professor emeritus in the Department of Psychology at Utah State University. She has helped pioneer the cross-species application of behavior analysis to animals, using the same humane philosophy and scientifically sound teaching technology that has been so effective with human learners. Susan has co-authored chapters on behavior change in four veterinary texts, and her popular articles have been translated into 13 languages.

    She gives seminars on animal learning at conferences and zoos around the world, is a member of Karen Pryor’s Clicker Expo faculty, and teaches yearly hands-on animal training workshops with Steve Martin (www.naturalencouters.com). Susan is the Parrot Division Chairperson of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC), the Chairperson of the Scientific Advisory Committee of American Humane Association (AHA) Film and TV Unit, and a member in good standing of ABAI, AZA, ABMA and IAATE.

    This year She was included on the Vet Tech College’s list of “15 Animal Professors to Know.” Susan’s acclaimed on-line course, Living and Learning with Animals for behavior professionals, has provided even wider dissemination of effective, humane behavior change practices to students in over 30 countries (www.behaviorworks.org).

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.dog-ibox.com/en/market/catalog/live-webinars/live-webinars-english-c-34/emotions-inside-out.html

  • Webinar – 4/5/23 – The Importance of Transparency in Sheltering and Rescue – PPG (fee applies)

    Webinar – 4/5/23 – The Importance of Transparency in Sheltering and Rescue – PPG (fee applies)

    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.

    CEUs: PPAB 1, CCPDT 1, KPA 1 Pending IAABC

    Presented by Kate LaSala

    Kate 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.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5154870

  • Webinar – 4/4/23 – Quick! Hit PAUSE: Using Controlled Setups for Reactive Dogs with Suzanne Clothier – PPG (fee applies)

    Webinar – 4/4/23 – Quick! Hit PAUSE: Using Controlled Setups for Reactive Dogs with Suzanne Clothier – PPG (fee applies)

    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.

    If 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.

    Learning Objectives

    • The importance of controlled setups to facilitate success, vs. “training in the wild” where stimuli are not under your direction or control
    • How to use the “pause button” – how to control stimuli
    • Understanding your dog’s triggers (visual, auditory, kinesthetic, olfactory, social, chase)
    • The Stimulus Gradients – the holy trinity of dog training: Distance, intensity & duration
    • Using Line of View and Field of View in the real world with existing structures, objects, vehicles, etc.

    CEUs: PPAB , CCPDT , KPA , & IAABC pending

    About the Presenter: 

    Suzanne 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.

    The 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.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5202769

  • Webinar – 3/29/23 – Predation Substitute Training – A Holistic Training Program To Stop Dogs From Chasing! – PPG (fee applies)

    Webinar – 3/29/23 – Predation Substitute Training – A Holistic Training Program To Stop Dogs From Chasing! – PPG (fee applies)

    Conventional training protocols stifle the dog’s natural predatory behaviors through punishing or constantly forcing them to return. These restrictive protocols work against the dog’s nature and against what they want most: to go for a hunt!

    Predation is an inner need that makes our dogs happy. Suppressing those natural urges is like putting a lid on a boiling pot. Eventually, that pressure needs to escape, and without a proper outlet, it’s probably going to get messy.

    Predation Substitute Training (PST) is a motivation-based and need-oriented training program, designed to stop uncontrolled predatory chasing and to provide safe outlets for our dog’s natural drive.

    Instead of making discipline the nagging factor that spoils the fun, this training system will help dogs and their guardians to grow as a team and go hunting together!

    In this presentation Simone is going to discuss:

    • What is predation?
    • Why do our dogs love to hunt?
    • Why is predatory behaviour so hard to interrupt?
    • How and why does Predation Substitute Training work?

    CEUs: PPAB 1, CCPDT 1, KPA 1, PMCT 1, & IAABC Pending

    Registered for the live event, get busy and cannot make it!

    No worries you will automatically receive a recording!

    About the Instructor

    Simone Mueller, MA is a certified dog trainer and dog behaviour consultant (ATN) from Germany.

    Simone specialises in force-free anti-predation training and is the author of the three books of the Predation Substitute Training series “Hunting Together”, “Rocket Recall” and “Don’t Eat That”.

    Simone is proud to be an Associate Trainer at the Scotland-based Lothlorien Dog Training Club (AT-LDTC) and a member of The Initiative of Force-Free Dog Training, the Pet Professional Guild (PPG) and the Pet Dog Trainers of Europe (PDTE).

    Follow Simone’s work on Facebook and Instagram: #predationsubstitutetraining. You can learn more here.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5154759