Transforming Finders into Fosters (On-demand)

Recorded On: 06/04/2026

This course is part of Maddie's Monthly Foster Connection, monthly webcasts about foster care - supporting pets in our community and animal shelters.

What is your shelter's biggest resource? If you didn't say "our community," then let's talk. In this presentation, Misty Valenta will explore how your community can transform the way you look at your intake counter. Building a community-based team through fostering benefits everyone involved - especially the pets!

You'll learn how the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter transformed its old intake philosophy to a services philosophy. And, in turn, inspired the community to be part of the solution.

Presenter: Misty Valenta, Animal Services Director, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter

This webinar has 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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Keywords Maddie's Monthly Foster Connection, foster care-givers, foster support, Misty Valenta, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter

Misty Valenta

Misty Valenta

Animal Services Director

Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter

Misty Valenta is Shelter Director for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter. Her journey in animal welfare began when she took her rambunctious puppy to a training class – and the instructors convinced her to volunteer at the shelter.  Since then, she has overseen marketing, media, fundraising, the volunteer program, the foster program, community events, and rescue/shelter partnerships. She has led conversations at regional events such Texas Unites for Animals, New Mexico Humane Conference, and Carolinas Unite. And been honored to present at national conferences such as the Best Friends National Conference. Misty lives in Austin with her husband, children, and her furry tripod canine child.  

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Transforming Finders into Fosters (On-demand)
Recorded 06/04/2026  |  57 minutes
Recorded 06/04/2026  |  57 minutes
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Certificate - CAWA and NACA CE
1.00 CAWA CE, NACA CE credit  |  Certificate available
1.00 CAWA CE, NACA CE credit  |  Certificate available
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