Category: Free Videos

WEBINAR REPLAY: Creating an Outreach Program or Outreach Organization

Communities thrive when people and animals are supported together. Join us as Jennifer Clarkson founder of Detroit’s Dog Aide discusses the essential steps for building an effective, sustainable outreach program that improves animal welfare in meaningful ways. Whether you’re part of a shelter, nonprofit, school, or grassroots initiative, this session equips you with the tools… Continue reading WEBINAR REPLAY: Creating an Outreach Program or Outreach Organization

WEBINAR REPLAY: Building Safe & Effective Community Response Protocols: Preparing for ICE Encounters

This session provides a concise overview of the need for ICE response protocols, followed by practical guidance for developing your own. Participants will learn who to involve—from legal and safety experts to community partners—and how to keep protocols non-political and centered on safety. The workshop will cover best practices for responding in high-stress situations, including… Continue reading WEBINAR REPLAY: Building Safe & Effective Community Response Protocols: Preparing for ICE Encounters

WEBINAR REPLAY: Barn Cats 101: Starting a Barn Cat Program

Join cat behavior expert Jess Vankoningsveld from Humane Society of Huron Valley for an in-depth session on managing a successful barn cat program. We’ll explore how to identify which cats are best suited for barn placement, how to find and screen adopters, and strategies for supporting both cats and their new caregivers to ensure successful… Continue reading WEBINAR REPLAY: Barn Cats 101: Starting a Barn Cat Program

WEBINAR REPLAY: Disaster Planning for Pets and Livestock

From weather emergencies to man-made and natural disasters, when it’s time to evacuate to safe areas, what are your plans for pets and livestock? Are you, your staff and volunteers prepared at home? What about your community? Is your county prepared? Watch this video to learn more about disaster planning for you, your pets and… Continue reading WEBINAR REPLAY: Disaster Planning for Pets and Livestock

Conversational Adoption Counseling to Decrease Length of Stay in Your Animal Shelter or Rescue

Conversational counseling can help overcome common barriers to adoption by taking a more personalized approach to customer interactions. In this video, Alison Balow — adoptions and front-of-house manager for the Humane Society of Huron Valley in Ann Arbor, Michigan — demonstrates how conversational adoption counseling can decrease length of stay and lead to fewer returns. Alison will provide examples of the techniques best suited to engaging in friendly and thoughtful discussions with potential adopters.

Parvo Dog Virus Treatment

If not treated, nearly 100% of all puppies and dogs infected with canine parvovirus (CPV) will die. MPA Board Member Michelle Spranger spoke with Dr. Courtney White from Humane Society of Huron Valley to learn how to treat this deadly disease, including the new game-changing Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody by Elanco.

What is Parvo?

Parvo is a highly contagious and deadly disease, but 20% of dog owners aren’t even aware of it, according to a survey done by Elanco. MPA Board Member Michelle Spranger spoke with Dr. Courtney White from Humane Society of Huron Valley to learn more about this deadly disease and how to prevent it.

How to Teach Your Dog Coin Indication

Is your dog a Scent Scout? Scent Scouts have a real interest and aptitude for searching. They like to use their nose and are ready for more than just search games and puzzles. In this video, you will learn how to play Coin Indication with your dog. Special thanks to Laurie Horn from Sniffing Out Solutions and author of “Scent 4 Shelter Dogs” for helping us produce this video. Happy sniffing!

How to Make a Snuffle Mat

A snuffle mat is a fun and engaging enrichment activity for your dog, cat, ferret, rabbit … any pet with a nose! Let your dog play for just a few minutes a day to tire them out. This is especially a great activity for the winter or a rainy day! Special thanks to Laurie Horn from Sniffing Out Solutions and author of “Scent 4 Shelter Dogs” for helping us produce this video.

Rough Kitten and Cat Play

It can often be difficult to understand if your cats are playing or fighting, causing concern for a lot of cat owners, foster parents, and folks working with cats in a shelter or rescue environment. There are a few things you can look for to have a better idea of when to step in and de-escalate or let them continue playing.

Playtime & Enrichment For All Cats

In this webinar cat owners, in-shelter caregivers and foster parents will learn how to ease common behavior problems by keeping a cat engaged in play and mentally stimulated. Cat behavior expert Jess Vankoningsveld will cover proper play techniques designed to encourage a natural progression of behaviors, allowing playtime to be as effective as possible, whether… Continue reading Playtime & Enrichment For All Cats

Michigan Animal Abuse Registry & Automatic Forfeiture Process

An exhilarating conversation with Citizens for the Animal Abuse Registry as they discuss a statewide initiative to take on animal abusers in Michigan. Discover how you and your organization can play a role. Michigan Pet Alliance is hosting a panel discussion to explore a 2024 ballot initiative that will create an animal abuse registry and establish timeframes for an automatic forfeiture process.

How to Greet a Cat

What is the best way to greet a cat? It’s fairly simple! If you use some care and watch their body language, while responding to their needs, you can make a friend for life!