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Shelter Intake: Part 1

Learn how to maximize lifesaving capacity through intake procedures that address animals’ physical and behavioral health.

Shelter Intake: Part 2

Learn about the basic foundation of sheltering intake protocols that will minimize the risk of disease.

How to Take a Daily Animal Inventory

Taking a daily count and making sure your software systems are up to date allow you keep track of the animals in your care and prevent errors in your data.

The Five Domains Model for Animal Welfare

Learn how the Five Domains Model incorporates nutrition, environment, health, behavior and mental state to assess animals’ needs and welfare.

Shelter Disinfectant Quick Reference

You’re going to want to print, bookmark and share this helpful shelter sanitation guide!

Shelter Medicine Services News and Highlights

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

3 Tips for Intake and Operations at a Temporary Shelter

Managing a temporary shelter can be an overwhelming task. Follow these three tips from the ASPCA’s Field Investigations and Response Team (FIR)

Top Three Shelter Cleaning Tips

These three simple cleaning tips can help ensure sanitary daily operations.

Comprehensive Reference Book: Shelter Medicine for Veterinarians and Staff

This must-have shelter medicine resource includes information on management, animal husbandry, veterinary care, disease prevention and behavior.

Veterinary Resources for Recognizing and Reporting Animal Cruelty and Neglect

Veterinary professionals can use these downloads to learn more about detecting and reporting animal cruelty and neglect in their practice.