In this rounds…
A discussion about anesthesia for patients with liver, kidney, and heart disease and brachycephalic airway syndrome.
WEBSITE LINK: https://beta.vin.com/members/rounds
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Webinar – 8/12/20 – How to Engage Donors with Personal Video Messages – Network for Good
In today’s digital world, traditional channels of communication are not enough to truly engage your donors.In this webinar, we’ll show you exactly how to break through the communication clutter using video to truly engage your donors and keep you on the top of their minds. With personal video messages you can:- Update donors on your recent programs’ success
- Thank a donor for their donation
- Introduce the members of your organization
- Announce a new fundraising campaign
- And so much more!
Join Network for Good’s Customer Marketing Manager, Liz Ragland, and Network for Good customer Mercedes N. Kirkland-Doyle, founder and Executive Director of The Good News Community, as they walk through customer video examples and how you can use video yourself to wow your donors.
Mercedes N. Kirkland-DoyleFounder and Executive DirectorThe Good News Community Kitchen (TGNCK)In 2015, Mercedes established The Good News Community Kitchen (TGNCK), a 501(c)3, nonprofit organization, which was established to rebuild and strengthen communities by fighting hunger one meal at a time in northern Virginia and the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area. With a focus on assisting those in transition, disabled Veterans, the unsheltered homeless, and school-aged children, she developed a four-point program to answer the needs within the local area: Mobile Meals, Hygiene Heroes, Trends to Transition, and Warm Winters. Under her leadership, the organization has grown at an aggressive rate, been featured on The Rachael Ray Show, established community partnerships and won numerous community service awards.
Liz RaglandCustomer Marketing ManagerNetwork for GoodLiz Ragland is the Customer Marketing Manager at Network for Good. Prior to joining Network for Good, Liz worked in communications, marketing, and development serving nonprofits in the arts, advocacy, and association spaces in Seattle, Oklahoma City, and Washington, DC.WEBSITE LINK: https://learn.networkforgood.com/20200812-webinar-personal-video-messages.html
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Webinar – 8/12/20 – The Big Secret: Motion Sickness and Travel Anxiety Unveiled – VetGirl – Zoetis
Drooling, panting, and more panting…
Is it motion sickness? Travel anxiety? Or excitement?
In this complimentary VETgirl–Zoetis webinar, Dr. Lisa Radosta, DACVB and Amy Newfield CVT, VTS (ECC) review motion sickness and travel anxiety in dogs. In this webinar, learn how to recognize dogs with motion sickness and/or travel anxiety, and learn quick fixes, easy tips and long-term treatment. Learn how to also have effective conversations with pet owners about motion sickness, and why you need to treat it!
Thanks to sponsorship from Zoetis Petcare, this webinar is free to all!
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.
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! Don’t see the quiz? Please check our our HELP CENTER for answers for important information, specific quiz information here!
*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 Provider number: 785
RACE Program number: 42399/42400This 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.
WEBSITE LINK: https://vetgirlontherun.com/webinars/august-12-2020-the-big-secret-motion-sickness-and-travel-anxiety-unveiled/
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Webinar – 8/11/20 – Taming Anxiety: Bio-Hacks to Reduce Overwhelm in an Overwhelming Time – VetGirl
In this complimentary VETgirl veterinary continuing education YouTube LIVE event, Jeannine Moga, MA, MSW, LCSW, licensed social worker and Chief Happiness Officer of VETgirl, will explore the challenges veterinary professionals face on a daily basis, notably anxiety. We’ll investigate bio-hacks and learn how to reduce overwhelm in an overwhelming time. If you find yourself, your veterinary colleagues, veterinary technicians, CSR, veterinarians and practice managers stressed out by curbside veterinary medicine, handling COVID-19, having to homeschool your children, and work during busy times right now, tune in for this free 30-minute session.
As an FYI, this event is free but will not have any continuing education credit associated with it for the LIVE event. PASSIVE CE will be available for ELITE members once it is RACE-approved for veterinarians and veterinary technicians.
Tune in to this VETgirl YouTube LIVE event to get real life help!
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!
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.
The LIVE event is NOT RACE-Approved. This YouTube LIVE webinar is PENDING RACE-approval for VETgirl members only. The VETgirl team is providing this important information FREE to the veterinary community to help in these challenging and stressful times.
*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-PENDINGThis program is PENDING RACE-Approval 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.
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Webinar – 8/19/20 – Puppy Training During COVID-19 – AKC
Join AKC GoodDog! Helpline trainers for a webinar on at-home puppy training tips and advice during quarantine. This webinar will include a discussion with Penny Leigh, a Certified Trainer with the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers and GoodDog! Helpline program lead. Penny will answer some of the top training questions she has been receiving during COVID-19. The webinar will then open up to a brief Q&A session.
WEBSITE LINK: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/278698018790235152
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Online Event – 8/13/20 – Ken Ramirez and Mara Velez – On the Value of Play in Shelters and Successful Dog-Dog Introductoins – Karen Pryor Academy
LIVE FROM THE RANCH
Join Ken Ramirez, KPCT’s Chief Training Officer, for a free hour-long virtual event live from The Ranch on Thursday, August 13 at 12:00 pm (PT). Ken will be joined by Mara Velez, Executive Director of the Shelter Playgroup Alliance, to talk about the value of play in shelters and how to make dog introductions more successful.Ken RamirezKen is the EVP and Chief Training Officer at Karen Pryor Clicker Training, co-leading the company with Aaron Clayton. Ken oversees the vision for, and development of, training education programs. You will usually find Ken teaching at a ClickerExpo conference, leading a course at the Karen Pryor National Training Center (The Ranch), or teaching one of the Karen Pryor Academy courses.A 40+ year veteran of animal care and training, Ken is a biologist and behaviorist who has supervised the development care and training of more than 40,000 species. He has worked with organizations across the globe to improve animal training, program effectiveness, and animal health and welfare. Ken’s diverse body of contributions includes designing and implementing conservation projects for elephant protection and spearheading projects to train everything from komodo dragons to butterflies. Ken’s extensive canine work includes working with trainers, organizations, and federal and state agencies on training procedures for topics including aggression, search-and-rescue, and scent detection.
Ken has written/edited two successful books, taught at a major university, hosted two successful seasons of the television series Talk to the Animals, and was EVP of animal care and training at Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium. When he’s not doing cool stuff with animals and people, you might find Ken at a NY theater or at any movie screening.
Mara Velez
Mara Velez, MA, CPDT-KA, is the Executive Director of the Shelter Playgroup Alliance and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. Mara has been working in the shelter setting for over a decade. Most recently, Mara was a behavior and training consultant at Contra Costa Animal Services where she collaboratively designed, developed, and implemented behavior program structures, including a robust volunteer training program, revised behavior evaluation, canine enrichment and playgroup guidelines. It was these procedures that served as the basis for the Shelter Playgroup Alliance guidelines. Mara holds both a bachelors and master’s degree in psychology and completed all of the course work for a doctorate in education.
In addition to completing several animal behavior and training-related programs, Mara continually develops her skills and knowledge of canines by attending seminars and reading science-based canine literature. To date, she has completed over 2,500 hours of continuing education. Mara also enjoys training other species because it expands her training and observation skills. She has worked with: cats, bunnies, wolves, foxes, guinea pigs, coyotes, buffalo, donkeys, goats, alpacas, chickens, birds, and fish.
WEBSITE LINK: https://theranch.clickertraining.com/live/#next
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Webinar – 8/20/20 – What are Mesopredators? Taking a Deeper Look at Solving Problems with Our Smallest Urban Predators – NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
Do all opossums have rabies? How can you avoid being sprayed by a skunk? What should you do about raccoons living inside attics or chimneys? This webinar will take a deeper look into the ecology of the most common mesopredators (including foxes, raccoons, opossums, and skunks) in our urban and suburban communities. Learn through video examples about their behaviors, how they have adapted to live in urban areas, and how they flourish as our wild neighbors. This webinar will also discuss the most common conflicts (real or perceived) that these species can create, and the best methods for preventing and solving them when they do occur.
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.
The National Law Enforcement Center on Animal Abuse was established by the National Sheriffs’ Association to provide law enforcement officers information on the realities of animal abuse and to promote their proactive involvement in the enforcement of animal abuse laws in their communities. Through our partners, the Center will serve as an information clearinghouse and forum for law enforcement on the growing problem of animal abuse and its link to other types of crimes, including violence against humans. The Center also promotes officer safety in officer-dog encounters through continuing education and training.
Founded in 1954, the Humane Society of the United States and its affiliates around the globe fight the big fights to end suffering for all animals. Together with millions of supporters, the HSUS takes on puppy mills, factory farms, trophy hunts, animal testing and other cruel industries, and together with its affiliates, rescues and provides direct care for over 100,000 animals every year. The HSUS works on reforming corporate policy, improving and enforcing laws and elevating public awareness on animal issues.
** This webinar has been certified by the National Sheriffs’ Association and may be eligible for Continuing Education Units through your POST. Please consult your local certification processes for additional details. Paid subscribers that attend will be able to download a jointly issued attendance certificate that includes the National Sheriffs’ Association logo.Presenters:
John Griffin has 20+ years of field experience ranging from resolving conflict issues with raccoons to protecting great apes. As Senior Director of Urban Wildlife Programs for the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), John oversees field service and policy programs that resolve conflicts with wildlife. John has provided trainings and consultation for animal care and control, municipal agencies and state agencies. He has led workshops at national, state and regional conferences, and has been a speaker at academic and international conferences. John has also worked extensively with the professional wildlife rehabilitation community as well as to reform the commercial wildlife control industry and serves on advisory boards and working groups with those focuses. John is published on a number of topics and was recently a National Geographic Expedition team member exploring raccoon behavior in urban areas.
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Town Hall – 3 Part Mini-Series – 8/13/20, 8/20/20, 8/27/20 – 2020: the Times They Are A-Changin’ – Best Friends
Town Hall Mini-Series
August 13, 20, 27 @ 6:00 PM EST2020: the times they are a-changin’
The impacts of COVID-19 on every aspect of life are immeasurable and animal welfare is no exception. However, one of the greatest realizations to emerge from the pandemic is that real change is possible in our field.
Join us for a three-part series as we dive into navigating the landscape of change, especially as it pertains to leveraging our communities and removing barriers to support lifesaving work.
We will hear from Best Friends staff members who underwent personal transformations in previous roles and network partners who worked through shifting organizational operations. In the final town hall of the series, we will come together for an open discussion where no question is off limits.
Register here.
You can view previous Town Halls here.
WEBSITE LINK: https://network.bestfriends.org/lifesaving-library/covid-19/upcoming-virtual-events
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Town Hall – 3 Part Mini-Series – 8/13/20, 8/20/20, 8/27/20 – 2020: the Times They Are A-Changin’ – Best Friends
FINAL WEEK
2020: The Times They Are A Changin’- Part 3
August 27 at 6:00 PM ESTThe impacts of COVID-19 on every aspect of life are immeasurable and animal welfare is no exception. However, one of the greatest realizations to emerge from the pandemic is that real change is possible in our field.
In parts 1 and 2 we dove into navigating the landscape of change, especially as it pertains to leveraging our communities and removing barriers to support lifesaving work. We heard from Best Friends staff members and network partners who worked through shifting organizational operations and underwent personal transformations in their lifesaving journey.
In this final town hall of the series, all the panelists return for a live discussion where no question is off limits.
Moderators:
- Bethany Heins, director, operations & strategic projects, national programs
- Makena Yarbrough, regional director (Mid-Atlantic and Southeast)
Panelists:
- Heather Owen, executive director, One Tail at a Time
- Jackie Roach, founder, Taysia Blue Rescue
- Denise Deisler, executive director, Jacksonville Humane Society
- Stacey Rogers, regional director (Midwest), Best Friends Animal Society
- Destiny Haney, community cat program manager, Best Friends Animal Society
- Kristan McCormick, transport coordinator for embed programs, Best Friends Animal Society
Register here.
If you missed the first two parts of this series, you can watch them here: Part 1, Part 2.
WEBSITE LINK: https://network.bestfriends.org/lifesaving-library/covid-19/upcoming-virtual-events
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Webinar – 8/19/20 – ASPCA Poison Control Center – Xylitol: Biting Off More Than Your Dog’s Liver Can Chew – ASPCA Pro
About this Webinar
From bulk sweetener to chewing gum, Dr. Charlotte Means of the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center will walk you through the effects xylitol has on canines, teach you how to calculate an estimated exposure dose, and help you navigate treatment options. Join us to determine what products have xylitol lurking in them and what bodily systems would take the biggest hit.
Takeaways
- Understand the dangers of xylitol exposures in canines
- Calculate an estimated xylitol dose from various commercial products
- Determine treatment options for xylitol exposure
Suited For
Veterinarians and veterinary technicians
Credits
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 which recognize AAVSB’s RACE approval.
WEBSITE LINK: https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/xylitol-biting-more-your-dogs-liver-can-chew