Do NOT Miss These TWO Events with Kelley Bollen In Person

To our MAC Friends,

We’re excited to invite you to two special in-person events featuring animal behavior expert Kelley Bollen this September. Whether you work in animal control, at a shelter, or volunteer with a rescue, these events are packed with practical learning and hands-on insights. Please see below for more information about each event!

If you are a MAC Member, your promo code and membership information will be in the box at the bottom of this email.

Sincerely,

The MAC Board of Directors

Event 1: MAC’s All About Dogs Meeting

What:
Dogs are in Crisis - and so are their caregivers. National sheltering insights from Kelley Bollen, perspectives from Massachusetts trainers, and the effect of compassion fatigue on everyone.
When:
Sunday, September 21, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Where:
Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine
Agnes Varis Auditorium, 5 Jumbo’s Path, Grafton, MA
Fees:
$30 for Nonmembers
$25 for Members with Code (if you are a member there will be a box with the code at the end of this email)
FREE for Org Members with passes - ask your organization if they are a MAC Member!
Addtional $15 for boxed vegan/vegetarian lunch if interested
If the registration fee is a concern, we may be able to offer financial assistance. Please email us at info@massanimalcoalition.org to learn more.
Details:
Look at the state of animal sheltering in Massachusetts
Hear what trainers are seeing in the field
Learn about trends in shelter dog behavior nationwide
Breakfast is not provided. Please feel free to bring your own morning coffee/tea/snacks.
Please note: This event will not be recorded
Contact:
Email info@massanimalcoalition.org with any questions.

Click Here for Info and Registration: All About Dogs

Event 2: AniMatch Body Language & Behavior Observation Training

What:
More than 1000 animal welfare workers have already taken part in AniMatch trainings - from Boston to the Berkshires. Whether you’re new to the field or highly experienced, these sessions are a great way to learn, connect, and collaborate.
When:
Monday, September 22, 2025 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Where:
Fort Taber Community Center
1000 A South Rodney French Blvd, New Bedford, MA
Sponsored by:
Animal Control Officers Association of Massachusetts and New Bedford Animal Control
Fees:
$10 for Nonmembers
FREE for MAC Individual Members with Code (if you are a member there will be a box with the code at the end of this email)
FREE for Org Members with passes - ask your organization if they are a MAC Member!
Additional $5 for pizza lunch if interested
If the registration fee is a concern, we may be able to offer financial assistance. Please email us at info@massanimalcoalition.org to learn more.
Details:
This training qualifies for ACO continuing education. Check the Mass Animal Fund for details.
What You’ll Learn:
How to read canine body language
How to objectively observe and record behavior
Live demos with real shelter dogs
Watch Kelley perform evaluations and join in the discussion
Who Should Attend:
ACOs
Animal shelter and rescue staff
Volunteers who work hands-on with dogs
Anyone looking to build or refresh their dog behavior skills
Contact:
Email animatch@massanimalcoalition.org with any questions.

Click Here for Info and Registration: AniMatch Training

Membership Information

Status of Membership: Not a member

Type of Membership: Not a Member

Expiration of Membership: Membership is on autopay and does not have an expiration date

Promo Code: MACMEMBERAAD25

Number of FREE Passes available for this event**: You are an individual member and your promo code allows for $10 off

**this number does not include passes that have already been used for either of Kelley's events

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