These can also be signed up for individually. They are listed as three different events. When you register for the live events, you will also receive copies of the three individual event recordings.

Three Webinars in June – Each Webinar is at Noon ET

The What and Why of Separation Anxiety – June 12th

Dogs experiencing stress when home alone are not at all uncommon. Separation anxiety affects approximately 20% of the pet dog population and is one of the most commonly discussed disorders in the fields of applied animal behavior and veterinary behavior. Yet, despite such prevalence, there remains considerable confusion about what separation anxiety is and why it exists.

Are you interested in understanding separation-related behaviors further? Then, this webinar is for you. This webinar will dive into a discussion defining separation anxiety and its associated behaviors, in addition to reviewing the somewhat elusive aspects of why we are seeing such a high incidence of the issue.

The Many Separation Anxiety Myths – June 19th

There is so much contradictory information out there about separation anxiety—much of which includes myths that need busting. Unfortunately, our industry is rife with myths in virtually every aspect of dog training, and separation anxiety is no exception. As a result, dog trainers and dog guardians alike are inundated with conflicting information about how to help dogs suffering from alone-time behavior problems.

Have you ever wanted to better understand the myths about separation anxiety? This webinar will dissect many myths about causation and treatment for a clearer understanding of this disorder. Many of the myths reviewed will be genuinely eye-opening, allowing for a more efficient and effective means of resolution.

The Truths and the Training of Separation Anxiety – June 26th

Implementing a systematic desensitization protocol is the gold standard for working with separation anxiety. It is essential to remember that there are two equally important words in that phrase – both systematic and desensitization are paramount for this process.

Unfortunately, while the research on this disorder is significant, concrete evidence surrounding effective treatment remains limited. Separation anxiety training is a complex topic that deserves in-depth discussion. In this webinar, we will review the various aspects of what truly makes systematic desensitization the gold standard for resolving separation-related behavior problems.

WEBSITE LINK:  https://petprofessionalguild.com/event-5205862

This webinar will build on the information from “Intra-Household Dog-Dog Aggression Part One” and will detail case studies and their successful resolution. It is highly recommended to watch part one in this series as the fundamentals of the behavior change strategies are explained and discussed.

Join aggression specialist Michael Shikashio CDBC in part two of this two-part series where he will cover:

• Behavior modification strategies for intra-household aggression
• Case studies with video of behavior modification in action
• How to work with competition over resources including food, toys, bones, beds, or even the owners!

Note: This webinar is back by popular demand, please check your webinar library before purchasing.

WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

Do you have dogs that fight over resources in your home? Do you struggle with determining why the dogs are having conflicts? Are you constantly stressed about when the next dog fight might happen?

Join aggression specialist Michael Shikashio CDBC in part one of this two-part series where he will cover:

• Common and not so common reasons dogs get into fights in the home
• Determining a prognosis for a likely outcome in a case
• How to safely manage dogs with a history of conflict
• Misconceptions and myths about intra-household aggression

Note: This webinar is back by popular demand, please check your webinar library before purchasing.

WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars

WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/surrender-prevention-series-reactivity-to-unfamiliar-people-tickets-638955833097

Join the Vancouver Humane Society and three expert panelists on Wednesday, June 14th at 9:00 am PDT for an enlightening 60-minute webinar on the field of veterinary social work and its transformative impact on the animal services industry. Designed for professionals and organizations working in humane societies, shelters, veterinary clinics, rescues, and related fields, this webinar aims to foster cross-sector collaboration and promote the well-being of both workers and animal guardians.

In this 60-minute virtual event, a panel of esteemed experts will delve into the realm of veterinary social work. Two panelists are veterinary social workers, equipped with the knowledge and experience to share real-life examples of how their work has positively influenced animal service organizations. The third panelist is a registered social worker on the path to becoming a veterinary social worker, providing a fresh perspective on the evolving nature of this field.

Find out how veterinary social work could change animal services…

During the 40-minute discussion, panelists will explore topics including:

• What is veterinary social work, and how does it differ from traditional social work?
• How can working with a veterinary social worker benefit organizations in the animal services industry?
• How can collaboration between sectors help to combat burnout and compassion fatigue?
• How can a veterinary social worker help organizations implement trauma-informed practices?
• What are some challenges or barriers that organizations might face when incorporating veterinary social work into their practices, and how can they overcome them?

The final 20 minutes of the webinar will be dedicated to audience questions, ensuring an interactive and engaging experience for all participants. Attendees who stay until the end will have the opportunity to enter a giveaway prize draw.

Don’t miss this chance to discover how veterinary social work could change animal services, and to explore the possibilities for collaboration between human services and the animal services industry. Register now to secure your spot and contribute to the well-being of animals, workers, and organizations alike.

WEBSITE LINK:  https://vancouverhumanesociety.bc.ca/posts/exploring-veterinary-social-work-in-animal-services/

Summer is a challenging time for animal shelters, often coming with high intake numbers and slowed adoptions—that can be a recipe for a space crisis. To get more pets out, shelters are getting creative. Mara Hartsell, Shelter Support Advisor for American Pets Alive!, is sharing how shelters can (and are!) using a case management approach to move more pets through the sheltering system. Mara will cover four action categories that can speed up the outcomes process and reduce length of stay for the animals in your care. Join live to hear about real life examples and leave with practical strategies you can apply in your organization.

Register below and join live on Tuesday, June 6 at 5 p.m. CT to better manage summer space crises and improve animal outcomes. After the live event, a recording will be distributed to everyone who registers within 3 business days.

WEBSITE LINK:  https://zoom.us/webinar/register/6016782060176/WN_uZP8qMpyTB6mkaT4FMF4uA#/registration

National return to owner (RTO) rates hover around 40% for stray and lost dogs and it’s even lower (4%) for cats. The Northern Tier Shelter Initiative (NTSI) team became curious when they recognized that Northern Tier shelters’ RTO rates tend to be higher than the national average. In fact, organizations reporting to the NTSI Shelter Animals Count Coalition return, on average, 64% of stray dogs and 8% of stray cats. Returning animals back to homes they already have is vital to ending overcrowding and euthanasia in shelters. In this webinar, you will hear from three agencies: Circle of Friends, ND; City of Havre, MT; and Heart of the Valley, MT about how and why they have been successfully reuniting pets with their families in their communities.

Takeaways

• Understand how building a culture of reuniting lost pets is key to helping get more lost pets home.
• Learn how peers are using community engagement as a strategy for public awareness and ensuring pet caretakers know what to do if they lose or find a pet.
• Hear from Northern Tier shelter leadership about future plans to increase cat reunification.

WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.aspcapro.org/training/webinar/northern-tier-shelter-initiative-zoomies-how-agency-culture-community-engagement

Do you have a dog who barks and lunges on walks, overreacting to the other dogs and people in the world? Maybe he’s enthusiastic and frustrated and wants to greet, or maybe she’s feeling pressured and defensive and wants everyone to go away! It can be hard to walk a dog that is triggered into a reaction by so many things in the world. In this webinar, you’ll learn the skills that will get you through the rough spots without the blow up, and master the fine art of the magnet walk and while you develop strategy that can help get you back out and about! Let’s get your dog walking with you again!

Presenter: Amy Cook, PhD

WEBSITE LINK:  https://www.fenzidogsportsacademy.com/index.php/self-study/webinars