Animal Shelters have been housing animals for over 100 years. Supporting the behavioral health of our canine and feline companions in the shelter environment is something that has been, is and will always be a challenge. In addition, many of us are overwhelmed by the sheer number of animals (especially big dogs) in our care. How do we do our best to help animals while also protecting public safety? During this session, you’ll learn about the evolution of behavior in animal shelters. What lessons can we learn from how we did things in the past? How do we live for today and support the animals in our care? And how can we work towards a better future? 

Presenter: Sheila Segurson, DVM, DACVB, CDBC, CCBC, Director of Outreach and Research @Maddie’s Fund

This lecture has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval until 9/22/2024.

This lecture has also been pre-approved for 1.0 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credits by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and by the National Animal Care & Control Association.

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Supporting the welfare of shelter animals requires a holistic approach to their well-being. Physical and emotional health are each critical and are fully entwined. Strategies to support shelter animal well-being involve all of us, and all sheltering roles. Join us to recognize why and how we can help our shelter animals to be happy and healthy, including case examples and a group discussion to learn all of our tips and tricks!

 This presentation was recorded at the 2022 ASPCA Maddie's Cornell Shelter Medicine Conference.

This lecture has been approved for 1.5 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.

This lecture has also been pre-approved for 1.5 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credits by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and by the National Animal Care & Control Association.

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This case-based session will explore common real-life scenarios in heartworm disease management faced by animal shelters and recent adopters. This presentation was recorded at the 2022 ASPCA Maddie's Cornell Shelter Medicine Conference.

Presenter: Brian DiGangi, DVM, MS, DABVP ASPCA

This lecture has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.

This lecture has also been pre-approved for 1.0 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credits by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and by the National Animal Care & Control Association.

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Shelter Medicine is a rapidly growing field and each year our knowledge expands. With literally hundreds of relevant papers published in dozens of journals it can be hard to stay on top of everything. That’s where this presentation comes in!  We’ll highlight the top interesting, important, or otherwise noteworthy research on shelter medicine and community animal health that has been published in the field of shelter medicine and community animal health over the last year. We’ll also share some details about the upcoming launch of a journal dedicated solely to these topics.

This presentation was recorded at the 2022 ASPCA Maddie's Cornell Shelter Medicine Conference.

Presenters
Stephanie Janeczko, DVM, MS, DABVP, CAWA, ASPCA
Lena DeTar, DVM, DABVP, DACVPM, Cornell University

These two lectures have been approved for 1 hour each of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.

The lectures have also been pre-approved for 1.0 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credits by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and by the National Animal Care & Control Association.

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This session will build on the earlier session of Principles of Wound Management by reviewing different surgical techniques available for reconstruction of large open wounds (either chronic or those created by the surgeon for treatment of a primary condition). We will review the principles of subdermal plexus flaps, axial pattern flaps, and skin grafts and emphasize tips for success with each technique. Attendees will gain an increased understanding of the principles behind the success of advanced wound reconstructions, and an awareness in how to prepare for the completion of these techniques. This presentation was recorded at the 2022 ASPCA Maddie's Cornell Shelter Medicine Conference. This presentation was recorded at the 2022 ASPCA Maddie's Cornell Shelter Medicine Conference.

Presenter: Dan Lopez, DVM, DACVS Cornell University

This lecture has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.

This lecture has also been pre-approved for 1.0 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credits by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and by the National Animal Care & Control Association.

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In this session, we will review the principles of wound management from a clinical perspective. We will utilize the 3 stages (and substages) of wound healing as a framework to help understand why we perform certain interventions (eg. debridement, honey dressings, bandages, etc.) at certain times, and review guidelines for when we need to surgically intervene. Attendees will gain an increased understanding of decision making surrounding open wound management.

You may also want to watch Dr. Lopez' lecture Advanced Surgical Reconstruction Techniques.  

This presentation was recorded at the 2022 ASPCA Maddie's Cornell Shelter Medicine Conference.

Presenter: Dan Lopez, DVM, DACVS Cornell University

This program has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.

This program has also been pre-approved for 1.0 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credits by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and by the National Animal Care & Control Association.

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This session will provide an introduction to point-of-care (i.e. AFAST and TFAST) ultrasound skills and interpretation using handheld, mobile, or otherwise small portable ultrasound machines. Attendees will learn how to identify and interpret thoracic abnormalities (pleural fluid, b-lines) and basic abdominal ultrasound anatomy and abnormalities. This presentation was recorded at the 2022 ASPCA Maddie's Cornell Shelter Medicine Conference.

Presenter: Denaé Campanale, DVM, MPH, Cornell University Hospital for Animals

This program has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.

It has also been pre-approved for 1.0 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credits by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and by the National Animal Care & Control Association.

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Canine brucellosis and its implications in animal sheltering are being discussed more frequently, especially in relation to relocation of animals. This session will review the biology and diagnosis of canine brucellosis that shelter professionals need to be familiar with when discussing prevention and control strategies for the disease. This presentation was recorded at the 2022 ASPCA Maddie's Cornell Shelter Medicine Conference.

Presenters: Elise Gingrich, DVM, MPH, MS, DACVPM, DABVP (Shelter Medicine Practice), ASPCA

This program has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.

This lecture has also been pre-approved for 1.0 Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credits by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and by the National Animal Care & Control Association.

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Presenters:
Kelly Chen, DVM, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine Cheyenne J. Cannarozzo, DVM, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine Ella M. Pittman, DVM, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine

This lecture will provide attendees with knowledge on pain assessment, drug options and choices, and locoregional anesthesia. All information will be catered to be applicable in a shelter medicine setting. This presentation was recorded at the 2022 ASPCA Maddie's Cornell Shelter Medicine Conference. 

This program has been approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.

This presentation has also been pre-approved for 1.0 hour Certified Animal Welfare Administrator continuing education credits by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and by the National Animal Care & Control Association. 

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After viewing Part 1 and Part 2 of this presentation, attendees will be able to provide individualized management plans that prioritize diagnostic testing and therapies for the most common types of heart disease seen in general practice. This presentation was recorded at the 2022 ASPCA Maddie's Cornell Shelter Medicine Conference.

Presenter: Amara Estrada, DVM, DACVIM University of Florida

These lectures have been approved for 2 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval. They have also been approved for 2 hours of CAWA and NACA CE.

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