Upcoming Events Calendars
Use the buttons below to switch between the Shelter Learniverse calendar (at www.shelterlearniverse.com) and the broader Industry Events calendar (at www.sheltermedportal.com).
Shelter Learniverse Calendar Features: Webinars, Shelter Med Live! events, SCS session dates, and other Learniverse platform events.
Industry Events Calendar: gathers webinars, trainings, online meetings, and national events from across the field. Many listings are from partners and other organizations; inclusion isn’t a review or endorsement. For details, on industry events calendar listings please contact the organizer listed in the event description. Have an event to add to the industry calendar? Email events@sheltermedportal.com.
Events
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Webinar – 3/31/26 – More Than a Pet: Integrating the Human-Animal Bond into Ethical Social Work Practice – Center for Pet Family Well-Being
VirtualCenter for Pet Family Well-Being Presents: This Social Work Month webinar is designed to inform social workers about why pets must be recognized as part of the client system. Grounded in a One Health framework, this session will examine how the human–animal bond influences client engagement, risk, and access to services, and why pet-inclusive practice is essential for ethical, effective social work.
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Webinar – 4/2/26 – Shelter Medicine Refresher and Updates 2026: Maximizing Veterinary Care in the Shelters – CalAnimals
VirtualCalAnimals Presents: San Francisco SPCA’s Shelter PALS program will update and summarize the types of tasks that can be done by Registered Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants in shelters, as well as those that are reserved to veterinarians, and how the team members can coordinate and work together to maximize animal health and welfare for all shelter animals.
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Online Event – 4/2/26 – Maddie’s Monthly Foster Connection: Creating a Foster-Centric Medical Clinic – Maddie’s Fund
VirtualMaddie’s Fund Presents: In this discussion, we will review how animal shelters can shift from a kennel-centric medical model to a foster-centric clinic that effectively supports animals living in foster homes.
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Webinar – 4/2/26 – Dealing with Over-the-Top Behavior: A Practical Tool-Kit – FDSA (fee applies)
VirtualFDSA Presents (fee applies): In this webinar, we will explore a range of tools for helping the over-aroused animal in your life. Topics covered include arousal and how it affects behavior, determining which “problem” behaviors relate to over-arousal (and which probably don’t), training games you can use to help the animals in your life learn to manage their arousal levels, and more.
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Online Event – First Fridays – First Fridays: AI for Animal Welfare Professionals Collaboration Calls – Outcomes for Pets Consulting
VirtualOutcomes for Pets Consulting Presents: Please join us every first Friday of the month to discuss AI use in animal shelters, share new AI developments, and join your peers in discussing creative solutions to common problems.
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Online Course – 4/4/26 – Neighborhood Cats TNR Certification Workshop – Community Cats Central (small fee applies)
VirtualCommunity Cats Central Presents (small fee applies): If you’re new to TNR, you’ll gain the essential skills needed to kickstart your TNR journey, while experienced trappers can refresh and sharpen their techniques. Learn TNR best practices and colony care from expert instructors. Gain essential skills or sharpen your techniques with videos, handouts, and interactive lessons. Quiz and a certificate are included!
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Online Course – Starts 4/6/26 – Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program Spring 2026 Session – UC Davis KSMP Shelter Learniverse
VirtualThe UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Shelter Learniverse Presents: Are you ready to take your career in animal sheltering to the next level? The Shelter Care Specialist Certification Program empowers frontline animal shelter workers to provide exceptional care, grounded in best practices, with a focus on improving outcomes for animals and communities. Apply for the next session—it’s currently free, #ThanksToMaddie!
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Online Course – Starts 4/7/26 – Canine Social Behavior – IAABC (fee applies)
VirtualIAABC Presents (fee applies): This course will teach you about canine communication, play, greetings, conflict resolution behaviors, and puppy social development. Dig into the science of canine social behavior, with an emphasis on dog-to-dog social interactions. Veterinarians, behavior consultants, trainers, groomers, kennel staff, shelter workers, day care staff, pet sitters, dog walkers, and keen guardians will all benefit from this course.
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Conference – 4/7/26 to 4/10/26 – Animal Care Expo 2026 – Humane World for Animals (fee applies)
David L. Lawrence Convention Center Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHumane World for Animals Presents (fee applies): Experts from all aspects of animal welfare will come together from across the globe to learn about the latest programs, share best practices, gain inspiration and build lasting connections. The conference features an international trade show promoting the latest animal care products and services from a wide range of exhibitors. With a variety of session topics, learning labs, networking opportunities and social events, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals.
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Conference – 4/7/26 to 4/10/26 – Animal Care Expo 2026 – Humane World for Animals (fee applies)
David L. Lawrence Convention Center Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHumane World for Animals Presents (fee applies): Experts from all aspects of animal welfare will come together from across the globe to learn about the latest programs, share best practices, gain inspiration and build lasting connections. The conference features an international trade show promoting the latest animal care products and services from a wide range of exhibitors. With a variety of session topics, learning labs, networking opportunities and social events, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals.
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Online Event – 4/8/26 – Shelter Med LIVE from Animal Care Expo – UC Davis KSMP
VirtualUC Davis KSMP Presents: Expo FOMO? Tune in for a special April 8 edition of Shelter Med LIVE from Animal Care Expo! We’re bringing veterinarians from the conference floor to one Zoom room for a fun, fast-paced roundtable. Whether you’re in the clinic, at home, or getting some Expo steps in, join the call so you won’t miss the chat. Can’t make it live? Register to receive a link to the recording and resources.
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Online Event – Monthly – Journey You Own Meditation Gathering – JYO
VirtualJYO Presents: The guided meditations happen every month and typically run 30-45 minutes. All are welcome to these very low-key sessions, with videos on or off, whatever feels most comfortable to you. No speaking is necessary unless you’d like to share at the end of the session.
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Conference – 4/7/26 to 4/10/26 – Animal Care Expo 2026 – Humane World for Animals (fee applies)
David L. Lawrence Convention Center Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHumane World for Animals Presents (fee applies): Experts from all aspects of animal welfare will come together from across the globe to learn about the latest programs, share best practices, gain inspiration and build lasting connections. The conference features an international trade show promoting the latest animal care products and services from a wide range of exhibitors. With a variety of session topics, learning labs, networking opportunities and social events, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals.
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Conference – 4/9/26 to 4/12/26 – 2026 ABVP Symposium – ABVP (fee applies)
VirtualThe ABVP Presents (fee applies): Get ready to expand your expertise, connect with colleagues, and explore the latest breakthroughs in species-specific veterinary care. The ABVP® Scientific Program is packed with innovative sessions, inspiring speakers, and practical insights designed to elevate your practice.
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Conference – 4/7/26 to 4/10/26 – Animal Care Expo 2026 – Humane World for Animals (fee applies)
David L. Lawrence Convention Center Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHumane World for Animals Presents (fee applies): Experts from all aspects of animal welfare will come together from across the globe to learn about the latest programs, share best practices, gain inspiration and build lasting connections. The conference features an international trade show promoting the latest animal care products and services from a wide range of exhibitors. With a variety of session topics, learning labs, networking opportunities and social events, Animal Care Expo has something for everyone who cares about companion animals.
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Online Meeting – Mondays – Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie – Maddie’s Fund
VirtualMaddie’s Fund Presents: 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. If you registered prior to July 2025 or are new to these meetings, please use this link to register:
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Webinar – 4/16/26 – Maddie’s Insights – Fur-ever starts now: Supporting dogs and adopters post-adoption – Maddie’s Fund
VirtualMaddie’s Fund Presents: In 2018, Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, launched a post-adoption support program. Adopters from any UK Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre receive follow-up calls about their dog’s health and behavior at 2 days, 2 weeks, and 4 months after adoption. This presentation reviews the program’s methodology and participant cohort, highlights the most common adopter-reported concerns, examines use of behavior support (and reasons it’s declined), and explores return-to-kennel rates, including when and why dogs are returned.
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Webinar – 4/16/26 – Ask Us Anything: Real-World Answers for Everyday Animal Welfare Challenges – NACA/Justice Clearinghouse
VirtualNACA/Justice Clearinghouse Present: Join us for an open Q&A session designed for animal welfare professionals at every stage of their careers. Our expert panel — representing municipal agencies, nonprofits, rural programs, and large-scale operations — will tackle your toughest questions, from staffing and funding to intake, public pressure, and field enforcement. Bring your challenges, get practical solutions.
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Online Event – 4/18/26 – Feline Behavior Summit 2026 – Community Cats Central (small fee applies)
VirtualCommunity Cats Central Presents (small fee applies): Join Community Cats Central for an exciting virtual summit designed to deepen your understanding of feline behavior and improve your ability to support cats in your home, shelter, or rescue organization. This event features some of the animal welfare industry’s most trusted authorities on feline behavior, who will lead a variety of workshops covering a wide range of cat behavior concerns.
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Online Meeting – Mondays – Weekly Community Conversations #ThanksToMaddie – Maddie’s Fund
VirtualMaddie’s Fund Presents: 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. If you registered prior to July 2025 or are new to these meetings, please use this link to register:
https://maddies.fund/CommunityConversationsRegistration2025Free