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They Did It: Surprise Kitten Visit

Forget fruit baskets—give the gift of kittens instead! This Illinois shelter showed up at local supporting businesses with kitty thank-yous in tow.

Dakin Humane Society's Progressive Adoption Programs

This shelter's open adoption plan replaces inflexible rules with congenial, collaborative communication between shelter and adopters.

They Did It: Reinvented How They Talk About Behavior in Shelter Animals

Two experts provide examples and tools for messaging behavior in shelter animals that can be easily implemented into daily operations.

Make A Doggie Enrichment Box

This Pittsburgh shelter came up with a super-portable enrichment idea that’s simple and quick to put together for instant canine fun.

6 Tips for Retaining Foster Families

Want to keep your foster families happy and thriving? These six tips can help you meet their needs and ensure your foster program's success.

Relocation Q&A with Mobile SPCA, Source Shelter for ASPCA’s Milestone Transport

The Mobile SPCA, an ASPCA Animal Relocation Partner since 2018, provided the 200,000th dog for the ASPCA’s recent milestone transport to Massachusetts.

They Did It: ‘Name Your Price’ Cat Adoption Event

Think holding a “Name Your Price” adoption event means no income? Think again! One small shelter in Minnesota tried it with great success!

5 Tips for Choosing a Big Adoption Event Location

Where you hold a large-scale adoption event can play a big part in its success. Follow these five tips from your colleagues in the field.

Evaluating Horses for Better Matchmaking

Learn how one organization evaluates horses to match them with the right adopter.

They Did It: Opening an Adoptions Café Right in the Shelter

Lucky visitors can grab a cup of coffee and relax with some sweet feline company in a Sacramento shelter’s catfé.

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