# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Sammie’s Friends Foster Training & Orientation Class Supporting Nev. County Animal Shelter
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 10 Jan, 2026 at 01:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Sammie’s Friends will host a comprehensive Foster Training and Orientation Class on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 1:00–4:00 p.m. at the Nevada County Madelyn Helling Library, Community Room. The class is designed for new and prospective foster caregivers, as well as current fosters seeking to deepen their skills and confidence.

This engaging training will provide a strong foundation for fostering success and animal well-being, including:

Foster Program Overview – Learn how the Sammie’s Friends foster program supports the Nevada County Animal Shelter and how fosters play a vital role in saving lives.

Body Language & Handling Training – Understand canine communication and safe, humane handling techniques to build trust and reduce stress.

Separation-Related Behavior Prevention & Independence Training – Practical strategies to prevent common separation-related challenges and encourage healthy independence.

Special Training on Canine Trauma & Rehabilitation – Gain insight into recognizing trauma responses and supporting dogs through recovery and confidence-building.

The class will be taught by Erica Hunter, Adoption and Foster Coordinator, alongside Leeron Leftik, the Shelter’s Behaviorist, bringing expert guidance grounded in compassionate, evidence-based practices.

This training is ideal for anyone interested in fostering dogs through Sammie’s Friends in partnership with the Nevada County Animal Shelter, as well as community members who want to better understand canine behavior and care.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nevada-city/sammie’s-friends-foster-training-and-orientation-class-supporting-nev-county-animal-shelter/200029440686827
- **Event Categories**: workshops, dog
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 34

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Nevada City
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Madelyn Helling Library
- **lat**: 39.269961816004
- **long**: -121.02431849036
- **full address**: Madelyn Helling Library, Helling Way at Madelyn Helling Library, 999 Helling Way, Nevada City, CA 95959, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Sammie’s Friends Foster Training & Orientation Class Supporting Nev. County Animal Shelter being held?
  - **A:** Sammie’s Friends Foster Training & Orientation Class Supporting Nev. County Animal Shelter takes place on Sat, 10 Jan, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 10 Jan, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Madelyn Helling Library, Helling Way at Madelyn Helling Library, 999 Helling Way, Nevada City, CA 95959, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Sammie’s Friends Foster Training & Orientation Class Supporting Nev. County Animal Shelter?
  - **A:** Sammie’s Friends Foster Training & Orientation Class Supporting Nev. County Animal Shelter is organized by Sammie's Friends.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Sammie’s Friends Foster Training & Orientation Class Supporting Nev. County Animal Shelter is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Nevada City, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Sammie’s Friends Foster Training & Orientation Class Supporting Nev. County Animal Shelter sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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