The theme for the 2019 Summit was Beyond The Shelter.
It focused on the latest programs, practices and strategies that engage the community to effectively influence intake and achieve positive outcomes for our shelter and pound facilities.
This conference and Workshops were eligible for Veterinary CPD points and IAABC CEU's.
Delegate attendance certificates are available here.
Attendance at this event is essential for everyone involved in companion animal policy and practice -including those working in all levels of government, the not for profit welfare, shelter and rescue sector, the research, academic and veterinary professions and the pet industry.
A summit is a strategic conversation, convening the leaders of the sector, which brings different perspectives within a system together to talk about the big picture and big questions. What are the barriers to lost pets returning to their original home? How can we keep people and their pets together? What capacity is needed to be built in the community to reduce intake at pounds and shelters of lost and surrendered pets? These, and many more questions relating to community welfare, animal welfare, and responsible pet ownership will be discussed at this event. Industry and sector leaders from Australia and overseas will lead sessions to explore innovative solutions to guide Australia’s approach to the management of companion animals now and into the future while providing insights on how the challenges are being met elsewhere.
The daylong Workshops were held 10 and 14 September with the Summit itself running 11 - 13 September.
Venue: Mantra on View Hotel
International Speakers
Holly Putnam - Chief Veterinary Officer, Emancipet
Kristen Hassen-Auerbach - Director of Animal Services Pima Animal Care, Pima County
Rosemarie Crawford - Co-founder and Director of Educational Programs, The National Kitten Coalition
Trish McMillan - Director, McMillan Animal Behavior
LOCAL SPEAKERS
Ann Enright - Senior Veterinarian, Cat Protection Society of Victoria
Data is your friend - Abstract
Anne Fawcett - Veterinarian and Lecturer, University of Sydney
Belinda Oppenheimer - Veterinarian, Warranwood Veterinary Centre
Helping out the herbivores– Aiming for Gold Standard care of unusual pets - Abstract
Brooke Rankmore - CEO, AMRRIC
Partnering to deliver Companion Animal Management in Remote Indigenous Communities - Abstract
Bryan King - Design Manager, Therian
Paths to improved outcomes with Fear-Free design - Abstract
Diana Rayment - Senior Assessor, Greyhound Adoption Program, Victoria
Eileen Fletcher - Assessor, mindDogs Australia
Gabrielle Carter - Veterinarian and Specialist in Animal Behaviour
Are we over medicating anxious animals in our shelters, rescue groups and foster systems? - Abstract
Gavin Biggs - CEO, Therian
Jacquie Rand - Executive Director & Chief Scientist, Australian Pet Welfare Foundation
Jennifer Sutey - Spay It Forward Program Coordinator, WA Pet Project
Jessica Moore-Jones - Principal, Unleashed Coaching and Consulting
Why humans are the key to Animal Welfare - Abstract
Making volunteering a privilege rather than a favour - Abstract
Behavioural economics for Animal Shelters - Abstract
Jessica Pocket - Veterinary student, University of Sydney
Joy Verrinder - Strategic Director, Animal Welfare League of Queensland
Expanding NDN Cooperative Desexing Programs with Councils - Abstract
Lucy Bowen - Veterinary Medicine student, University of Sydney
Mark Kelman - Veterinary Scientist and Co-Founder of Paws For A Purpose
A collaborative multi-faceted approach to stopping Canine Parvovirus nationwide - Abstract
Michael O'Donoghue - Veterinarian and Director of People and Pets
Helping people to rent with pets - Abstract
Michelle Gallo - Companion Animal Ranger, Camden Council
Camden Council – Engaging the community - Abstract
Richard Mussell - President, Animal Welfare League of Australia
Encouraging pet friendly solutions for the elderly - Abstract
Rose Bray - Community and Education Manager, Ten Lives Cat Centre
Edu.Cat-ion for change - Abstract
Sofi Sey
Practical tips for community program success - Abstract
Vivien Tran - Veterinary student, University of Sydney
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workshops
In order to make the most of our international speakers expertise while they are with us in Australia we delivered daylong Workshops.
Workshop registration is seperate to the Summit itself.
Workshop 1 - Shelter Animal Behaviour with Trish McMillan
Aggression and Defensive handling
This workshop will cover what you need to know to safely handle dogs with aggression issues in your shelter. We will go into detail on reading canine body language as well as ways to use your body language to defuse aggression. We will also go over some leash ninja skills that will keep you safe, and maneuvers you can make if a dog tries to bite you, both on an off leash. We will finish up by reviewing ways to introduce dogs in the shelter as well as the skills you’ll need to break up a dog fight while minimizing injuries.
Time - 1pm to 5pm includes afternoon tea
Workshop 2 - Shelter Medicine with Dr Holly Putnam
Desexing clinic models
A desexing clinic startup workshop: Have you even wondered how to start your own desexing clinic? There are so many factors to consider! This workshop will help you sort through them by discussing the various clinic models and their unique start-up considerations, funding methods, staffing needs, operational capacities and more. This workshop will include lecture and interactive activities, and is bound to be informative and fun!
Time - 10am to 4pm includes morning and afternoon tea and lunch
Workshop 3 - Shelter Operations with Kristen Hassen Auerbach and Rory Adams
Fostering is the Future
Human foster care has transformed the way we care for homeless children, and today the idea that pets benefit in similar ways is taking animal welfare by storm. Foster care can provide solutions for almost any shelter pet, including those who are fearful, undersocialized, overly energetic, and those who just need a break from the shelter to get noticed by adopters. Foster care is helping communities save record numbers of lives while increasing public engagement and creating safer, more humane organizations. Participants in this daylong session will learn how to create and implement high-volume foster programs to serve most every pet. From field trips to overnights, emergency fostering to “fospice,” this session will teach you how to transform your foster program and help you troubleshoot common challenges. You’ll work directly with industry leaders who have done it and learn why fostering is the future for shelter pets.
Time - 10am to 4pm includes morning and afternoon tea and lunch
Workshop 4 - Shelter Animal Behaviour with Trish McMillan and Diana Rayment
Behaviour Assessments and Adoptability Criteria
There are exciting changes happening around the assessment of behavior in shelters. Bring your shelter up to speed on the latest developments, and make sure you’re assessing behavior as well as you can, and placing appropriate animals up for adoption. We will explore the history of behavior assessments, take a good look at some of the tools in common use, and go over alternatives to old-style “battery” type behavior assessments.
Time - 10am to 4pm includes morning and afternoon tea and lunch
WE SEEK ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS SUCH AS:
· What can we do to prevent intake?
· How can we reduce the numbers of homeless cats and dogs and the concerns the community has about them?
· How can we keep people and their pets together?
· How can companion animal management and sheltering be looked at from a broader perspective?
· How can we empower owners, carers and those without pets to be a part of the solutions?
LOCATION
Surfers Paradise - The Gold Coast’s original epicentre of fun has been rejuvenated, and is now overflowing with a renewed energy you’ll fall in love with.
Stay in beachside accommodation and ease into your trip with an emerging café and restaurant scene, explore the revitalised foreshore precinct, then later on, be swept away by the spectacular range of after-dark entertainment. For that unique Surfers Paradise gift, head down to the Surfers Paradise Beachfront markets every Wednesday and Friday night between 5:30pm and 10:00pm. Explore more than 120 market stalls which stretch across half a kilometre of beachfront promenade, offering a selection of locally made gift ideas ranging from accessories, crafts, artworks, beauty products, homewares, jewellery and music.
When you add these with the world-famous beaches, 7-day late night shopping, family favourite attractions, and the new light-rail network connecting neighbouring precincts, now’s the perfect time to rediscover an icon - Surfers Paradise.
Just 30 minutes from Gold Coast Airport, you'll discover that Surfers Paradise is a must see, must stay destination experience.
There are a wide range of sponsorship and exhibition opportunities and we would be happy to discuss these with you. If you would like to be a part of this important event contact us for a prospectus.At Purina, we are passionate pet lovers. And for decades, we have been dedicated to improving the lives of pets through quality nutrition and care. Because we truly believe people and pets are better together.
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