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ASPCA Shelter Medicine Practitioner Pathway Mentorship for ABVP Board Certification

The ASPCA is thrilled to launch a mentorship program to support veterinarians working toward ABVP Shelter Medicine Practice (SMP) certification via the Practitioner Pathway.

New Research Shows Ovarian Pedicle Tie Safe in Feline Spay Surgery

Learn more about spaying female cats with the ovarian pedicle tie (OPT) technique, which can be performed 30% faster than traditional sutures with comparable hemorrhaging risks.

Recognizing Signs of Infectious Disease in Animal Shelters

Looking for a quick guide to common infections in a shelter setting? This helpful print-and-post reference comes complete with photos of disease symptoms.

Canine Influenza Virus: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Control

Be prepared for canine influenza virus, or "kennel cough" before an outbreak happens. Learn about diagnostic, treatment and control here.

How Animal Shelters Can Prepare for and Respond to Pet Food Recalls

Discover simple protocols animal shelters can use to manage dog and cat food recalls.

Spectrum of Care

Get resources on how to provide a continuum of care and improve access to veterinary services for dogs and cats.

Hepatotoxicant Table

Download this handy table for an easy reminder of common hepatotoxicants, their clinical signs, recommended treatments, and more.

Shelter Medicine Services News and Highlights

Find all the latest news from the ASPCA Shelter Medicine Services team.

Twenty Questions with Greatest Potential to Inform and Improve Access to Veterinary Care

Learn research insights to improve veterinary care access with 20 critical questions to inform effective, equitable programs.

Maddie’s Fund Awards Dr. Lila Miller the 2021 Avanzino Leadership Award

Discover how Dr. Lila Miller championed the field of shelter medicine and received a leadership award from a prominent animal welfare organization.