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  • VIN Rounds – 8/25/22 – New Feline Tests: When to Use Them & When to Lose Them – VIN/VSPN

    VIN Rounds – 8/25/22 – New Feline Tests: When to Use Them & When to Lose Them – VIN/VSPN

    Margie Scherk, DVM, DABVP (feline) presents “New Feline Tests: When to Use Them & When to Lose Them.”
    Invite your staff to attend via VSPN.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.vin.com/doc/?id=10935195

  • Webinar – 9/13/22 – Pain Recognition and Scoring – VETGirl (fee applies)

    Webinar – 9/13/22 – Pain Recognition and Scoring – VETGirl (fee applies)

    Help pounce on pain in your patients!

    In this 1-hour VETgirl veterinary technician webinar, Rachel Bassett, CVT, VTS (Anesthesia) reviews how to recognize acute and chronic pain in your hospitalized patients and how to monitor and score pain post-operatively too! Tune in to learn about various techniques and scoring scales in pain management.

    Want to learn more? Check out our other veterinary technician webinars HERE.

    Not a VETgirl ELITE member? Get your learning on with the #1 veterinary CE resource – clinically relevant, practical, and accessible 24/7 on your own time! Don’t miss out – click HERE to join now! All the webinars are recorded and can be viewed 24/7 after their release date for CE credit. If you’re watching the recording later on, don’t forget to take the CE quiz with it when you’re done to get your CE certificate!

    *Note: Viewing this webinar is for individual use only; VETgirl webinars are not designed nor meant to be viewed in a group setting due to RACE-CE audit purposes. Inappropriate sharing or viewing of the webinar may result in revoking of membership.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/september-13-2022-pain-recognition-and-scoring/

  • Webinar – 9/11/22 – Hematuria Detection: The New Standard of Care and Elimination Problems in Cats – VETGirl

    Webinar – 9/11/22 – Hematuria Detection: The New Standard of Care and Elimination Problems in Cats – VETGirl

    Cat with FLUTD? Stress? Hematuria? I need help!

    In this complimentary, 2-hour VETgirlRoyal Canin webinar, Dr. Meghan Herron, DACVB and Dr. Margie Scherk, DABVP (Feline Practice) will review common elimination problems in cats and the diagnostic approach to cats with lower urinary tract signs. Learn how the integration of behavior and medicine can help your feline patients achieve the best possible outcomes in this two-part session.

    Thanks to sponsorship from Royal Canin, this webinar is FREE to all!

    Not a VETgirl ELITE member? Get your learning on with the #1 veterinary CE resource – clinically relevant, practical, and accessible 24/7 on your own time! Don’t miss out – click HERE to join now! All the webinars are recorded and can be viewed 24/7 after their release date for CE credit. If you’re watching the recording later on, don’t forget to take the CE quiz with it when you’re done to get your CE certificate!

    *Note: Viewing this webinar is for individual use only; VETgirl webinars are not designed nor meant to be viewed in a group setting due to RACE-CE audit purposes. Inappropriate sharing or viewing of the webinar may result in revoking of membership.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/september-11-2022-using-hematuria-to-help-detect-and-manage-urinary-tract-problems-in-cats/

  • Online Event – 10/16/22 – 2022 Online Diversity Day – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)

    Online Event – 10/16/22 – 2022 Online Diversity Day – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)

    Join Community Cats Podcast on Sunday, October 16, 2021, for a day of discussion and exploration of diversity in feline rescue featuring experts from the animal welfare world. The day includes a variety of online sessions covering everything from removing barriers to participation in rescue organizations to how shelters might consider caring for a wider variety of cats with disabilities. The unique perspective you’ll be presented with will help you learn about the challenging issues around diversity in our community cat environment. Bring your questions!

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/2022-online-diversity-day/

  • Online Event – 10/15/22 – 2022 Online Fundraising Day – Community Cats Podcast (fee applies)

    Online Event – 10/15/22 – 2022 Online Fundraising Day – Community Cats Podcast (fee applies)

    Join Community Cats Podcast on Saturday, October 15, 2022, for a full day of tips, tricks, and best practices on raising funds during challenging economic times. You’ll hear from animal welfare, nonprofit leaders, and other fundraising professionals on a range of topics, from engaging donors to fundraising virtually to tracking the effectiveness of your fundraising efforts. Be inspired with new ideas for reaching your fundraising goals.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/2022-online-fundraising-day/

  • Online Course – 10/1/22 – Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)

    Online Course – 10/1/22 – Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop – Community Cats Podcast (small fee applies)

    Are you ready to be part of the solution for feral and stray cats in your neighborhood? Our expert instructors will teach you best practices for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) and colony management. Learn what TNR is and why it works. We’ll cover getting along with neighbors, preparations for trapping, trapping itself (including entire colonies at once), feeding, providing winter shelter, and more. Take advantage of the interactive format, extensive handouts, and video footage of actual projects. Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance and gain access to an ongoing Facebook group for networking with other TNR activists. Instructed by Susan Richmond, executive director, and Bryan Kortis, national programs director.

    Session duration is 2.5 hours, followed by an optional 15-minute Q&A session.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/events/the-neighborhood-cats-tnr-certification-workshop-oct-2022/

  • Webinar – 10/20/22 – Managing a Large Scale Kitten Program in a Small to Mid-Sized Municipal Shelter – NACA/Justice Clearinghouse

    Webinar – 10/20/22 – Managing a Large Scale Kitten Program in a Small to Mid-Sized Municipal Shelter – NACA/Justice Clearinghouse

    During this webinar, we’ll discuss how to maximize resources and build an army of support to save the most fragile lives in shelters today. We will discuss program creation, sharing resources, and mobilizing and incentivizing fosters.

    This 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.

    The Best Friends Network is comprised of thousands of public and private shelters, rescue groups, spay/neuter organizations and other animal welfare organizations in all 50 states. We are a coalition committed to saving the lives of dogs and cats through collaboration, information-sharing and implementation of proven lifesaving strategies. Our partners support each other and inspire their own communities to increase lifesaving across the country. Visit network.bestfriends.org for more information and resources.

    Presenters
    Marnie Russ is the Program Administrator for the National Kitten College at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington in Arlington, VA.  The first kitten nursery of its kind, Arlington went from saving 92 kittens a year in 2016 to 1385 kittens in 2019 all while maintaining a 93% live release rate.  The Nursery saved almost 1500 kittens in 2020.

    Marnie has been fostering neonatal kittens for over two decades, specializing in critical-care neonates and high-risk nursing/expectant queens.  Marnie is a recognized expert on caring for at-risk kittens. She is co-founder of the National Kitten Coalition and speaks nationally on the subject of at-risk neo-natal kittens.  Her advice and expertise is sought from shelters and rescues across the country.

    Marnie is a seasoned animal advocate who has previously worked for the ASPCA traveling across the country working with shelters as well as state and local governments to advance animal-welfare policy.

    Marnie sits on multiple Boards for spay/neuter organizations throughout the county including Fox Hollow Animal Project in Montana and Caring Hands Animal Support and Education – International Advocacy.  She annually travels to third-world countries assisting in international spay/neuter projects to help impact the lives of street animals in underserved areas.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/managing-a-large-scale-kitten-program-in-a-small-to-mid-sized-municipal-shelter/

  • Webinar – 10/6/22 – Social Media During Disasters or Emergencies for Animal Welfare Organizations – CalAnimals

    Webinar – 10/6/22 – Social Media During Disasters or Emergencies for Animal Welfare Organizations – CalAnimals

    When disaster strikes, it’s important to be on your game with respect to social media. Angelina Martin is an expert in this area and will give you all the great tips on how to use social media to get what you need and communicate effectively with members of your community. From crisis communications plans, to educational graphics and managing information and updates, Angelina will cover how to communicate effectively before, during, and after disasters and emergencies.

    About the Presenter
    Angelina Martin, Online Media Solutions
    Angelina Martin takes online media marketing and reputation management to higher levels of engagement through efficient, engaging, and compelling storytelling for government organizations and NPOs, increasing brand awareness. Through compelling photography, videography, and simple graphics she has helped grow strong and positive reputations for animal organizations who need a larger media presence. Throughout several emergencies and disasters Angelina has ensured the local (and worldwide) online community is aware of necessary, detailed and correct information, including awareness of staff and volunteer efforts, boosting grant funding and donations, and also greatly improving morale. Since 2016, Angelina has managed social media for Sonoma County Animal Services, Sonoma CART, and/or Napa CART providing marketing efforts, emergency/disaster information and strategic planning.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ReBigX6rTQWgkn0leE0fEQ

  • Online Courses – Apply from 8/22/22 to 8/31/22 – Fall Online Instructor-Led Courses – Maddie’s Fund

    Online Courses – Apply from 8/22/22 to 8/31/22 – Fall Online Instructor-Led Courses – Maddie’s Fund

    Looking to implement a new program, learn more about a specific subject and create positive change for pets and people in your community?

    Maddie’s Fund® Online Instructor-Led Courses provide an interactive educational opportunity for those who are looking to benefit from the wisdom of established innovative programs. They’re the catalyst you need to take your programs and learning to the next level! These courses require completion of: self-paced online materials, (4) 90-minute Zoom classes with your instructor and classmates, and a final project. Class size is limited and the selection process is competitive.

    THE FALL 2022 APPLICATION WINDOW IS AUGUST 22-31. Classes start the week of September 26th. See the full list and apply today. Seats are limited, so don’t miss out!

    Courses include:

    • Field Services Series: Community-Centered Programming
    • Empowering Fosters to Help Market Pets from Foster Care
    • Feline Lifesaving
    • Foster Care for Adult Dogs
    • Short-Term Foster and Field Trips
    • Shelter Clinic Management
    • Humane Education
    • Managing Shelter Health
    • Care Pathways: Guiding Animals Through the Shelter

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://university.maddiesfund.org/Online-Instructor-Led-Courses

  • Online Event – 9/27/22 – Maddie’s Candid Conversation with José Ocaño – Maddie’s Fund

    Online Event – 9/27/22 – Maddie’s Candid Conversation with José Ocaño – Maddie’s Fund

    From a very early age, José Ocaño  learned to care for animals thanks to his mom who instilled a love of living things and helping people. Growing up in Barrio Anita gave Jose the grit, tenacity and life skills he would later need to work in some of the most challenging ecosystems. But just like the people from his community, José’s resilience and heart carry him forward.

    On the eve of National Hispanic Heritage Month, join us for a conversation with José and Maddie’s Fund Executive Leadership Team member Mary Ippoliti-Smith. Afterwards, continue the conversation with José right here on Maddie’s Pet Forum: https://maddies.fund/candidconvoJoseOcano

    Register for the call here: https://maddies.fund/JoseOcanoRegister

    The program will be recorded and made available on Maddie’s University for continuing education credit for both CAWA and NACA.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://maddies.fund/JoseOcanoRegister