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  • Webinar – 3/25/21 – YouTube LIVE: Lepto Cliff Notes – Screen, Test and Treat Leptospirosis Better in Small Animal Practice – VETGirl

    Webinar – 3/25/21 – YouTube LIVE: Lepto Cliff Notes – Screen, Test and Treat Leptospirosis Better in Small Animal Practice – VETGirl

    Join us for a complimentary, 30-minute VETgirl–Merck Animal Health YouTube LIVE event, where Dr. Natalie Marks reviews all you need to know about canine leptospirosis in general practice. Find out what breeds not to forget, what lab abnormalities not to miss and keys to early diagnosis and successful therapy. Learn all things lepto over lunch!

    Thanks to sponsorship from Merck Animal Health, this YouTube LIVE event is free to all. Get free RACE-approved CE when you watch it LIVE!

    NOTE: To attend this YouTube LIVE session, there is no “registration.” To attend, simply go to our YouTube Page at the time of the event where the webinar will be hosted, LIVE! Clicking on the link above will allow you to also set a reminder! Subscribe to our channel here also so you never miss another video! 1 week before the presentation, the registration link will be updated with the specific YouTube page for the LIVE event!.

    Not a VETgirl ELITE member? VETgirl ELITE members receive 100+ hours of RACE-approved, online veterinary CE/year ($249). That way, you know that you have flexibility to view any of our webinars (including small animal, large animal, veterinary technician, leadership, and listen to our podcasts when you have time.

    *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.

    RACE-CE provider name: VETgirl, LLC
    RACE Program number: 785-41647/41648

    This program has been approved for continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE approval; however participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Call VETgirl (858.859.1838) for further questions. #ad

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/march-25-2021-youtube-live-lepto-cliff-notes-screen-test-and-treat-leptospirosis-better-in-small-animal-practice/

  • Webinar – 4/8/21 – Build Short Term Foster Programs to Reduce Kennel Stress and Increase Adoptions: Staycations and Daycations – NACA/Justice Clearinghouse

    Webinar – 4/8/21 – Build Short Term Foster Programs to Reduce Kennel Stress and Increase Adoptions: Staycations and Daycations – NACA/Justice Clearinghouse

    Short term foster programs are an easy way to reduce kennel stress as well as increase the visibility of your adoptable dogs in the community.  Lowered kennel stress equals happier dogs, higher adoption numbers, and lower euthanasia rates.  Recruit your community to help you market adoptable dogs in a fun and productive way.  The best part of these programs are that often the foster parent ends up adopting their short-term foster pet! What you will learn:

    • How to easily implement a short term foster program
    • How to recognize and eradicate adoption/foster barriers to boost your programs
    •  The benefits of short term fostering in regards to community involvement, lowered kennel stress, and free marketing!
    Other Webinars in this Series Include:

    Or click here to view and register for other upcoming NACA  webinars on the JCH Platform.


    The National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA) was formed in 1978 for the express purpose of assisting its members to perform their duties in a professional manner. We believe only carefully selected and properly trained animal control personnel can correct community problems resulting from irresponsible animal ownership. NACA’s purpose is to preserve the Human/Animal Bond by insisting on responsible animal ownership.

    Presenters:

    Shannon Harkey has been with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control for 20 years and currently serves as the Customer Service/Community Outreach Manager.  She manages the following programs: Foster, Rescue, Behavior Modification, Community Outreach, Offsite Adoption locations, Customer Service (adoption, reclaims, miscellaneous), Managed Intake Owner Surrender, and the Volunteer unit.  During her career, Shannon has also served as a Field Enforcement Officer and Field Enforcement Supervisor.  She has worked closely with her open-minded staff to deconstruct every public facing program in the shelter and rebuild each one with a focus on breaking down barriers to better serve both customers and animals.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.justiceclearinghouse.com/webinar/build-short-term-foster-programs-to-reduce-kennel-stress-and-increase-adoptions-staycations-and-daycations/

  • Webinar – 6/17/21 – Poisoned Pets: Treating Unknown Toxins in Dogs and Cats – ASPCAPro

    Webinar – 6/17/21 – Poisoned Pets: Treating Unknown Toxins in Dogs and Cats – ASPCAPro

    About this Webinar

    Quickly recognizing, diagnosing, and treating toxic exposures in dogs and cats is an essential part of clinic operations, but what can be done when a toxin is unknown? In this presentation we’ll discuss which questions to ask pet owners in a possible unknown toxin exposure. We’ll also cover the available diagnostics for identifying potential toxins, decontamination of a poisoned patient, and treatment options.

    Takeaways

    • Identify patients with unknown toxic exposures
    • Understand which diagnostic tests may help identify common toxin exposures
    • Learn best practices when treating patients poisoned by unknown toxins

    Suited For

    Veterinarians and veterinary technicians.

    Bonus

    The live webinar and post-webinar online course are RACE-approved and good for one hour of free CE for veterinarians and veterinary technicians. Courses meet the requirements of RACE hours of continuing education credit for veterinarians and veterinary technicians in jurisdictions that recognize AAVSB’s RACE approval.

    ABOUT THE PRESENTERS:

    kirsten waratuke

    Kirsten Waratuke

    DVM, DABT, Consulting Veterinarian in Clinical Toxicology, APCC

    Dr. Kirsten Waratuke received her undergraduate degree in Biology at the University of Illinois. She later earned her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine, also from the University of Illinois. After working at a small animal practice and emergency clinic she joined the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center as a Consulting Veterinarian in Clinical Toxicology. In addition to answering calls on the APCC hotline, Dr. Waratuke also authors several blog posts for ToxInsider, a monthly e-newsletter for veterinarians and veterinary staff. In 2016, she become a Diplomate of the American Board of Toxicology.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/poisoned-pets-treating-unknown-toxins-dogs-and-cats

  • Webinar – 3/17/21 – Triaging Dental and Oral Emergencies – VDOS (fee applies)

    Webinar – 3/17/21 – Triaging Dental and Oral Emergencies – VDOS (fee applies)

    How to determine whether it is TMJ luxation or open-mouth jaw locking? What to do with an avulsed tooth? Any temporary relief for the jaw fracture patient? Know the various dental and oral emergencies and provide emergency care prior to definitive treatment!

    Time & Location

    Mar 17, 8:00 PM – 9:50 PM EDT
    Webinar

    About the Event

    This VDOS webinar focuses on triaging dental and oral emergencies. While it would be of benefit to anybody interested in small animal dentistry and oral surgery, it is specifically designed for clinicians and technicians working in an emergency setting. Various dental and oral emergencies are reviewed as they present to the frontline clinical staff, including orofacial pain, bleeding, swelling, burn, bite, laceration, degloving injury, projectile injury, tooth fracture, tooth luxation/avulsion, jaw fracture, temporomandibular joint luxation, etc. The didactic lecture will last 1.5 hours, but the webinar is designed so that there is extra time for interactive participation and answering your questions.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.vdos.org/event-details/triaging-dental-and-oral-emergencies-8-00-pm-et

  • Webinar – 3/15/21 – Perioperative Considerations in Dentistry – VDOS (fee applies)

    Webinar – 3/15/21 – Perioperative Considerations in Dentistry – VDOS (fee applies)

    Unsure about whether something is normal or abnormal in the mouth? Ever heard about postoperative blindness or trigeminocardiac reflex? Do you know how to make a tape muzzle or place a feeding tube?

    Time & Location

    Mar 15, 8:00 PM – 9:50 PM EDT
    Webinar

    About the Event

    This VDOS webinar will review normal oral structures that may be confused as abnormalities and perioperative complications that can occur during dental and oral surgical procedures, including neurological deficits, tracheal injury, oral edema, orbital injury, trigeminocardiac reflex, iatrogenic lingual trauma, and vomiting and regurgitation. Fabrication of tape muzzles and placement of feeding tubes will also be discussed. The didactic lecture will last 1.5 hours, but the webinar is designed so that there is extra time for interactive participation and answering your questions.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.vdos.org/event-details/perioperative-considerations-in-dentistry-8-00-pm-et

  • Webinar – 3/10/21 – Managing Tooth Extraction Complications – VDOS (fee applies)

    Webinar – 3/10/21 – Managing Tooth Extraction Complications – VDOS (fee applies)

    Do you struggle removing root remnants? Do you know how to close an oronasal fistula? You used too much force and fractured the mandible? No worries, here you learn how to manage tooth extraction complications!

    Time & Location

    Mar 10, 8:00 PM – 9:20 PM
    Webinar

    About the Event

    This VDOS webinar will review the management of the most common complications that can occur during tooth extraction in dogs and cats, including fractured roots, hemorrhage, trauma to adjacent structures, fracture of the alveolus or jaw, oronasal fistula, trauma from opposing teeth, emphysema and air embolism, and local and systemic infection. The didactic lecture will last 1 hour, but the webinar is designed so that there is extra time for interactive participation and answering your questions.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.vdos.org/event-details/managing-tooth-extraction-complications-8-00-pm-et

  • Online Event – 4/17/21 – Online Behavior Day – Community Cats Podcast (fee applies)

    Online Event – 4/17/21 – Online Behavior Day – Community Cats Podcast (fee applies)

    Join Community Cats Podcast on Saturday, April 17, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET for our second annual Online Behavior Day, featuring Pam Johnson-Bennett, certified cat behavior consultant and author; Dr. Rachel Geller, certified cat behavior and retention specialist, and executive director of The Cat Connection; Tabitha Kucera, CCBC, KPA-CTP, Fear Free- and Low Stress Handling-certified registered veterinary technician; and Arden Moore, dog/cat behavior consultant, master pet first aid instructor, radio host, and author.

    These incredible behaviorists will offer a variety of workshops on cat behavior issues and concerns, from vet visits and enrichment to litter box and multi-cat household issues. There will be fun cat trivia and prizes on tap, as well as chances to network with other professionals and volunteers in the animal welfare sphere. Scroll down to check out session details or click to sign up now—and be sure to bring your questions on April 17!

    Tickets are just $20 through March 31st and $25 after that.

    With your tickets, you’ll have access to recordings of all the fascinating sessions for at least one year and you’ll be able to join our exclusive conference Facebook group to ask questions and network with other animal welfare pros.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.communitycatspodcast.com/online-behavior-day-2021/

  • VIN Rounds – 3/11/21 – Incorporating New Anesthesia Methods Into Your Practice – VIN/NAVAS

    VIN Rounds – 3/11/21 – Incorporating New Anesthesia Methods Into Your Practice – VIN/NAVAS

    In this rounds…

    A discussion about Incorporating New Anesthesia Methods Into Your Practice, presented by Erik Hofmeister, DVM, MA, MS, DACVAA, DECVAA

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://beta.vin.com/members/rounds

  • VIN Rounds – 3/9/21 – Canine Otitis Externa – VIN (for VIN members)

    VIN Rounds – 3/9/21 – Canine Otitis Externa – VIN (for VIN members)

    In this rounds…

    A discussion about Canine Otitis Externa, presented by Mitchell D. Song, DVM, DACVD

    Click the green button on the session page or the top right corner of the Student Center to attend.

    WEBSITE LINK:  https://beta.vin.com/members/rounds

  • National Shelter Medicine Rounds – 3/9/21 – The POVBR Approach for Behavior Problems in Shelter Animals – Dr. Jeannine Berger – UW and UC Davis Shelter Medicine Programs

    National Shelter Medicine Rounds – 3/9/21 – The POVBR Approach for Behavior Problems in Shelter Animals – Dr. Jeannine Berger – UW and UC Davis Shelter Medicine Programs

    Dr. Jeannine Berger, San Francisco SPCA, VP Rescue and Welfare, will be sharing “The POVBR Approach for Behavior Problems in Shelter Animals.”

    The Problem Oriented Veterinary Medical Record (POVMR) or problem-oriented approach is not new to the practitioner. However, in this lecture we will discuss how it is applied for behavioral health in the shelter environment. Cases will be discussed while the approach will be practiced. With the knowledge presented here, the shelter practitioner can confidently approach behavior problems in shelter animals and design a treatment plan leading to more positive outcomes.

    Jeannine Berger DVM DACVB, DACAW, CAWA, VP Rescue and Welfare San Francisco SPCA

    We hope to see many of you join us for this exciting topic!

    National Shelter Medicine Rounds is held on the same Zoom link for every session:

    https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/97442637396

    Meeting ID: 974 4263 7396

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    +13017158592,,97442637396# US (Washington DC)

    +13126266799,,97442637396# US (Chicago)

    Recordings and shared documents/links info:

    • Recorded rounds can be found at this box link:  https://uwmadison.box.com/s/bdzl9zkkkcy5komx5cvkqc3nsmik9jc1 Some more formalized rounds will be recorded but many discussions will not be recorded in order better facilitate open and honest discussion. If you do not see a previous rounds on this document then it was not recorded.
    • Links/documents shared in the chat during rounds can be accessed at this box link: https://uwmadison.box.com/s/9aafkcezkivmnb569upycuvxjpbgftvx  We will be saving any documents and links that are shared in the chat in this folder called ‘Links shared in chat’
    • You should be able to access these box folders as a guest at any time without a sign in necessary.

    This group is made up of shelter veterinarians, shelter vet trainees, and upper level shelter leadership. If you know anyone that would like to be added to the national shelter medicine rounds email list to regularly receive scheduling updates moving forward, please have them email a request to be added to the email group to nationalsheltermedicinerounds@vetmed.wisc.edu.

    Web Conference System Details:

    If you have not used Zoom before I’d recommend you join at the zoom link in advance to give it a test run on your computer as you’ll likely need to do a quick download. For audio, you can use either your computer if you have microphone capabilities or you can dial in from your phone. Here is a link to test your audio in advance if you would like to: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362283-Testing-computer-or-device-audio  In order to see the visuals that may be shared you must join either through your computer or download the app if joining from a mobile device.