Reactivity on the part of dogs living in shelters is a rampant issue that can contribute to behavioral deterioration, increased length of stay, and even loss of life. From a misdiagnosis of “aggression” to dogs whose reactive behavior escalates to problematic and potentially unsafe levels, learning how to help dogs suffering from reactivity issues is...

This webinar has ended. Please click here to view the recording.   Millions of households have surrendered companion animals to shelters due to a lack of available pet-inclusive rental housing (Michelson). The Michelson Center for Public Policy recently presented a bill to remove barriers for low-income families and homeless pet owners to access fair housing....

At Dogs Playing for Life’s Stranger Danger webinar, hosted by Aimee Sadler, CEO and Founder of DPFL, you will learn how to work with dogs that are wary of strangers by building their confidence and helping them develop new skills which will enable them to meet new people (and potential adopters) happily and successfully! Even...

Learn about all the ways in which DPFL Playgroups are transforming shelters all across the country. In this first of three webinars, we will present powerful examples of how playgroups can not only enhance the quality of life for your shelter dogs, but how focusing on their quality of life through enrichment can lead to...

Join us for a one day customer service training for you and your staff!   Learn how to: Ask the right questions De-escalate situations Support your team Increase buy-in   This training is available for managers and frontline staff   Who: Staff and Managers from West Florida Region Member Organizations *If you are interested in...

The Fundraising for Florida Forum has been rescheduled for February 24, 2022. The Forum will still be held at the Shores at Daytona Beach Resort.   Come hear from the major funders in animal welfare, including Best Friends, Petco Love, RKD Group, and PetSmart Charities, and learn about new trends in grant writing, direct mail,...

Join us for a one day training on the upcoming kitten season! There will be a variety of topics discussed from kittens to intake diversion!   Who: Managers and Staff Where: Ocala Livestock Pavilion, Ocala, FL When: 3/24 10:00am-4:00pm How: Click here to register for the training. This is a free training opportunity for members...

With shelter dog populations returning to pre-pandemic levels, outcomes slowing, transport destinations drying up, and historic levels of staffing turnover, shelters are struggling with medium and large dogs. Everybody is asking, “What do we do?” This two-day virtual conference to help staff at all levels better manage big dog populations, maximize organizational efficiencies, utilize technologies,...