Monday , 25 November 2024

Working with free-roaming cats–no cost webinar

Free-roaming cat expert Dr. Margaret Slater, of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, will discuss TNR (trap, neuter and release) programs, population dynamics and targeted spay/neuter programs.  This no-cost webinar is a must for anyone already working with free-roaming cat populations or is interested in starting a program in their community.

Dr. Slater is a veterinarian and epidemiologist who has worked in private practice and as a professor of epidemiology at Texas A & M University. Her focus has been on health and disease in companion animals, including research on chronic diseases, questionnaire evaluation and pet overpopulation. She joined the ASPCA in 2008 and currently provides epidemiological and statistical support for staff across the ASPCA, with emphasis on animal shelter focused research.  She is internationally recognized for her work on the sources, problems and potential solutions for free-roaming cats and dogs.  Dr. Slater has authored over 85 peer-reviewed publications and two books.

This free webinar is presented by the Canadian Federation of Humane Societies in association with the PEI Humane Society and the Sir James Dunn Animal Welfare Center at the Atlantic Veterinary College, UPEI, Charlottetown, PEI.

For further information, contact the CFHS by email at: info@cfhs.ca, or by phone: 613-224-8072.

Date: Monday, March 19

Time: 3-4 pm Eastern

FOR REGISTRATION CLICK HERE

System Requirements 

Macintosh®-based attendees
Required: Mac OS® X 10.5 or newer

PC-based attendees
Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server

 

 

(Press Release by CFHS)

About Liliana

Liliana Danel has lived in Mexico City, Texas – and Montreal for the past 8 years. She and her husband share their home with with a 4 year old rescued Jack Russell Terrier named Romeo (aka Nanners) and 3 adopted lionhead bunnies. When it comes to animal suffering and neglect, she is passionate about spreading the word. An avid Twitterer, reader and Hello Kitty collector – Liliana hopes to shine a light on animal topics that would otherwise not get told.

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