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Top Tips for Pet Adoption Events

Want to host a successful large-scale adoption event? Use these 12 terrific tips from your colleagues who have been there, done that.

Dakin Humane Society's Progressive Adoption Programs

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

Meet-and-Greet Experiences that May Impact Dog and Cat Adoption

Discover dozens of research-based factors that can increase—or decrease—a shelter animal’s likelihood of getting adopted as a result of an in-person or virtual meet-and-greet.

How to Use Online Orientation for More Foster Parents, Less Staff Burden

Read how online orientation can increase your pool of foster families and decrease the burden on your staff and resources.

10 Ways to Celebrate Halloween with Shelter Animals

Here’s some spook-tacular inspiration from your colleagues in the animal welfare field—all treats, no tricks! Have some Halloween fun at your shelter this year.

5 Social Media Tips to Promote Animals for Shelters or Rescues

Social media tips to help you develop a plan for campaigns like National Adoption Weekend, Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, Help A Horse Day—and any time of the year.

Four Paths to Adoption Success

Patricia McConnell offers simple tips in four key areas that can help smooth the transition period for your adopters and their new pets.

They Did It: Tips For a Thriving On-Deck Foster System

Find out how two shelters use an on-deck foster program to get animals into homes quickly and efficiently while reducing the burden on staff.

How to Host a Dog Talent Show at Your Shelter

Learn how a talent show for dogs is a fun and engaging way to showcase animals who are available for adoption.

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