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  • 1.  Do you have resources re: adoption counseling training?

    Posted 01-31-2023 09:32 AM

    Hi,

    I'm preparing a workshop about adoption counseling, including counseling for animals who need more specialized counseling.  Does anyone have training materials that you use to share information with staff or volunteers that you're willing to share? 

    Thanks,
    Sheila
    #AdoptionsandAdoptionPrograms
    #Behavior,TrainingandEnrichment
    #PeopleManagement(includingVolunteerIntegration)

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    Sheila Segurson, DVM
    Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Behaviorists
    Director of Community Solutions
    Maddie's Fund
    Pleasanton CA
    9258608284
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  • 2.  RE: Do you have resources re: adoption counseling training?

    Posted 01-31-2023 09:56 AM
    Hi Sheila,

    Not sure if it's helpful but attached are a few of the materials that we give to new adopters during our adoption counseling session.

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    Jeff Okazaki
    Humane Society of Jefferson County
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    Attachment(s)

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    Cat Owners Manual.pdf   1.83 MB 1 version
    pdf
    HSJC Declawing Infosheet.pdf   430 KB 1 version
    pdf
    Cat body language.pdf   192 KB 1 version


  • 3.  RE: Do you have resources re: adoption counseling training?

    Posted 02-01-2023 10:16 AM
    Hi Jeff,

    Thanks! I love Lili Chin's drawings, but hadn't seen this cat one. Ty!!

    Sheila

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    Sheila Segurson, DVM
    Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Behaviorists
    Director of Outreach and Research
    Maddie's Fund
    Pleasanton CA
    9258608284
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  • 4.  RE: Do you have resources re: adoption counseling training?

    Posted 02-01-2023 08:05 AM
    Hello, 

    We do adoption counseling training at our shelter. One of the tools I use is this video: https://youtu.be/gud-D4VBt5E
    Just helps give potential volunteers perspective. :)

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    Terri Hooks
    LifeSaving Initiatives Manager
    SPCA of Texas
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  • 5.  RE: Do you have resources re: adoption counseling training?

    Posted 08-08-2023 09:02 AM

    Hi Sheila! Looking for update counselor training for our organization. Did you complete this yet? Would love to see it :) 



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    Jamie Gay
    Chicago IL
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  • 6.  RE: Do you have resources re: adoption counseling training?

    Posted 08-18-2023 11:30 AM

    Hi Jamie,

    We're in the process of preparing an adoption counseling training for Maddie's University, but it's probably about six months away from being ready. I'll try to remember to post here when it's available. 

    Sheila



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    Sheila Segurson, DVM
    Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Behaviorists
    Director of Outreach and Research
    Maddie's Fund
    Pleasanton CA
    9258608284
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    Original Message


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