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A federation statewide in scope, dedicated to promoting and advancing the humane care of all animals.
OUR MISSIONWisconsin Federated Humane Societies' mission is providing resources and opportunities, dedicated to promoting and advancing the humane care of all animals.
OUR VISIONWisconsin Federated Humane Societies is a cohesive network of humane organizations working together to end animal cruelty.
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2018 BADGER STATE CONFERENCE
On October 17th and 18th, WFHS held another successful Badger State Conference. Thanks to all of our speakers and attendees! We look forward to seeing you again next year.
DAY ONE
Kimberley Alboum, Shelter Outreach and Policy Director
Humane Society of the United States
“Join Forces; Learning from Each Challenge”
In 2017, an unprecedented number of storms affected the United States – hurricanes in Florida and Puerto Rico, flooding after Hurricane Harvey in Houston, wildfires in California and the West. Shelters throughout the country joined with large partners to make room for the animals from the hardest hit areas. In the middle of it all was Kim, with her computer and an ever-growing list of facilities wanting to help. Kim will share experiences and what it takes to be an Emergency Placement Partner (EPP) to help in difficult times.
Dr. Yvonne Bellay, DVM
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
“Heartworm to Brucellosis, and More”
We all want to help. However, laws are in place to ensure public health, safety and the safety of our animals. Dr. Bellay will help keep your organization in compliance, so you can continue to meet your mission. Protect yourself, your community and your animals from zoonotic hazards, diseases and illnesses from incoming animal populations.
Leann Boucha, Behavior Department Manager
Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County
“A Community-Built Sensory Enrichment Playground for Canines”
Leann will share the “ins and outs” of canine sensory enrichment, why it’s important and how to build a place for enrichment using resources within your community. From public works departments to social media and volunteers, to youth trained to share this experience with your shelter dogs, you can get your community behind the project, and complete it for little or no cost! We all benefit, especially the dogs!
Gail Goodchild, Emergency Management Program Analyst
Waukesha County
“Planning with Your Emergency Management Team”
Gail made a commitment to Waukesha County to complete a comprehensive emergency plan designed hand-in-hand with the providers of animal care in the community. Gail will share the responsibilities of emergency management to animals during a disaster, and give strategies for joining animal care professionals with other emergency response organizations. There are many expectations but few road maps to success. Learn strategies for communicating with your emergency management leadership to be a part of the solution. Gail will share elements of the planning process and documents in the plan.
Erin Patterson, President
Paddy’s Paws Rescue
“Stories from the Road”
Erin has made multiple trips to help dogs in Texas find their way north to a fresh start and new families. Turn back the clock to when Wisconsin did not spay and neuter the majority of its dogs, and remember where we once were and why we now provide transports and opportunities. See the commitment of the people in less fortunate states with heavy canine populations, and learn what partnering means to all involved, especially the animals.
Lisa Rowe, Operations Director
Wildlife in Need Center
“Does that Baby Need my Help?”
Wildlife often finds its way to helpful citizens and becomes the responsibility of animal control officers and humane organizations. Lisa will share safe handling and transportation techniques from her experience on the front lines of wildlife rehabilitation. But, SHOULD you get involved? What are the legal and ethical considerations when getting involved with wildlife?
DAY TWO
Dr. Adam Bauknecht, DVM; Graduate Certificate in Shelter Medicine
The Madison Cat Project
“Alternative Ideas for Wisconsin Cats”
How to assess temperament, provide for their needs, and safely handle cats that aren't interested in contact with people. “Saving Cats' Lives Through Community Solutions” is the tag line for the successful Madison Cat Project.
Mervyn Byrd, Vice President of Leadership Development
Waukesha County Business Alliance
“Leadership and Courage”
In the next 15 – 20 years, 15,000 jobs in non-profit leadership will become available, many in animal welfare. Are you prepared to lead? Do you have what it takes to commit, to make the tough decisions, to stand with your team, the animals, your community? Can you take the risks needed to lead change? Much of leadership is courage and attitude, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
Patti Muraczewski, CPDT-KA, CABC, BA; Vice-President
Bichon and Little Buddies Rescue
“Helping Dogs with Social Anxiety Issues”
What can be done to help when canine socialization periods have been missed? Whether from a puppy mill, meat farm or simply a lack of experiences, all shelters and rescues receive the shy, fearful and poorly adjusted dogs. Patti will offer tips and suggestions for helping these dogs through a transition to a new life.
Mykela Shorse, Director
Sevier County Humane Society (Tennessee)
“It CAN Happen to Anyone”
Where large scale disasters like hurricanes make the news, in reality, floods, fires and tornadoes are more common in Wisconsin. Mykela brings firsthand experience from the fires in Tennessee that destroyed homes and businesses, and caused their shelter to be evacuated. They implemented many outside-of-the-box ideas using everything from volunteer manpower to computer tech, to drones that located lost animals. Be better prepared for the trauma and challenges.
Liv Sandberg, Equine Extension Specialist
University of Wisconsin - Madison
“Humane Work and the Horse”
Questions on horse care and conditions are brought to animal control officers and humane organizations with increasing frequency. Liv will share her knowledge on evaluating the condition, and appropriate care and handling of our community equine. What can be done when more care is needed? Finish up with a tour of the barn at the Dane County Humane Society.
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture
“Why did the chicken cross the road…?”
Probably because she was done providing eggs for the family, or maybe because no one knew how to care for her. The number of municipalities allowing small flocks of hens is increasing – as is the number of them now turned in to shelters. Join the Department of Agriculture in a “Chickens 101” mini-course on chicken care.
Lynn Olenik; Executive Director Humane Animal Welfare Society
“Management – it’s something we all know. We just need to remember”
Building teams, managing people and motivating for success, what we think is hard, really isn’t… it’s intuitive and we do it every day. Remembering a few facts, then knowing ourselves and knowing our audience can reduce the stress of management and put us back in control.
Kimberley Alboum, Shelter Outreach and Policy Director
Humane Society of the United States
“Join Forces; Learning from Each Challenge”
In 2017, an unprecedented number of storms affected the United States – hurricanes in Florida and Puerto Rico, flooding after Hurricane Harvey in Houston, wildfires in California and the West. Shelters throughout the country joined with large partners to make room for the animals from the hardest hit areas. In the middle of it all was Kim, with her computer and an ever-growing list of facilities wanting to help. Kim will share experiences and what it takes to be an Emergency Placement Partner (EPP) to help in difficult times.
Dr. Yvonne Bellay, DVM
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
“Heartworm to Brucellosis, and More”
We all want to help. However, laws are in place to ensure public health, safety and the safety of our animals. Dr. Bellay will help keep your organization in compliance, so you can continue to meet your mission. Protect yourself, your community and your animals from zoonotic hazards, diseases and illnesses from incoming animal populations.
Leann Boucha, Behavior Department Manager
Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County
“A Community-Built Sensory Enrichment Playground for Canines”
Leann will share the “ins and outs” of canine sensory enrichment, why it’s important and how to build a place for enrichment using resources within your community. From public works departments to social media and volunteers, to youth trained to share this experience with your shelter dogs, you can get your community behind the project, and complete it for little or no cost! We all benefit, especially the dogs!
Gail Goodchild, Emergency Management Program Analyst
Waukesha County
“Planning with Your Emergency Management Team”
Gail made a commitment to Waukesha County to complete a comprehensive emergency plan designed hand-in-hand with the providers of animal care in the community. Gail will share the responsibilities of emergency management to animals during a disaster, and give strategies for joining animal care professionals with other emergency response organizations. There are many expectations but few road maps to success. Learn strategies for communicating with your emergency management leadership to be a part of the solution. Gail will share elements of the planning process and documents in the plan.
Erin Patterson, President
Paddy’s Paws Rescue
“Stories from the Road”
Erin has made multiple trips to help dogs in Texas find their way north to a fresh start and new families. Turn back the clock to when Wisconsin did not spay and neuter the majority of its dogs, and remember where we once were and why we now provide transports and opportunities. See the commitment of the people in less fortunate states with heavy canine populations, and learn what partnering means to all involved, especially the animals.
Lisa Rowe, Operations Director
Wildlife in Need Center
“Does that Baby Need my Help?”
Wildlife often finds its way to helpful citizens and becomes the responsibility of animal control officers and humane organizations. Lisa will share safe handling and transportation techniques from her experience on the front lines of wildlife rehabilitation. But, SHOULD you get involved? What are the legal and ethical considerations when getting involved with wildlife?
DAY TWO
Dr. Adam Bauknecht, DVM; Graduate Certificate in Shelter Medicine
The Madison Cat Project
“Alternative Ideas for Wisconsin Cats”
How to assess temperament, provide for their needs, and safely handle cats that aren't interested in contact with people. “Saving Cats' Lives Through Community Solutions” is the tag line for the successful Madison Cat Project.
Mervyn Byrd, Vice President of Leadership Development
Waukesha County Business Alliance
“Leadership and Courage”
In the next 15 – 20 years, 15,000 jobs in non-profit leadership will become available, many in animal welfare. Are you prepared to lead? Do you have what it takes to commit, to make the tough decisions, to stand with your team, the animals, your community? Can you take the risks needed to lead change? Much of leadership is courage and attitude, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
Patti Muraczewski, CPDT-KA, CABC, BA; Vice-President
Bichon and Little Buddies Rescue
“Helping Dogs with Social Anxiety Issues”
What can be done to help when canine socialization periods have been missed? Whether from a puppy mill, meat farm or simply a lack of experiences, all shelters and rescues receive the shy, fearful and poorly adjusted dogs. Patti will offer tips and suggestions for helping these dogs through a transition to a new life.
Mykela Shorse, Director
Sevier County Humane Society (Tennessee)
“It CAN Happen to Anyone”
Where large scale disasters like hurricanes make the news, in reality, floods, fires and tornadoes are more common in Wisconsin. Mykela brings firsthand experience from the fires in Tennessee that destroyed homes and businesses, and caused their shelter to be evacuated. They implemented many outside-of-the-box ideas using everything from volunteer manpower to computer tech, to drones that located lost animals. Be better prepared for the trauma and challenges.
Liv Sandberg, Equine Extension Specialist
University of Wisconsin - Madison
“Humane Work and the Horse”
Questions on horse care and conditions are brought to animal control officers and humane organizations with increasing frequency. Liv will share her knowledge on evaluating the condition, and appropriate care and handling of our community equine. What can be done when more care is needed? Finish up with a tour of the barn at the Dane County Humane Society.
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture
“Why did the chicken cross the road…?”
Probably because she was done providing eggs for the family, or maybe because no one knew how to care for her. The number of municipalities allowing small flocks of hens is increasing – as is the number of them now turned in to shelters. Join the Department of Agriculture in a “Chickens 101” mini-course on chicken care.
Lynn Olenik; Executive Director Humane Animal Welfare Society
“Management – it’s something we all know. We just need to remember”
Building teams, managing people and motivating for success, what we think is hard, really isn’t… it’s intuitive and we do it every day. Remembering a few facts, then knowing ourselves and knowing our audience can reduce the stress of management and put us back in control.
