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Fear Free Resources for Animal Shelters

Learn about Fear Free programs and how they can benefit your shelter, rescue or veterinary practice.

They Did It: Creating More Vertical Space for Cats

To provide more enrichment for the cats in their care, this California shelter installed a new climbing wall.

How Shelter Pets Benefit from “Real-Life” Rooms

Three animal welfare organizations with real-life rooms--where adoptable pets can relax and decompress--share the benefits, challenges, and recommendations for such spaces.

The Daily Change-Up

Mackenzie’s Animal Sanctuary incorporates in-kennel canine enrichment into daily activities like cleaning kennels and feeding.

8 Tips for Brushing Up Your Canine Communication Skills

Learn more about dog body language in order to conduct more predictive assessments, avoid bites and provide better quality of life for the canines in your care.

5 Essential Behavioral Welfare Areas for Shelter Animals in Quarantine or Isolation

Shelters must ensure behavior welfare for animals in isolation or quarantine housing when managing disease in the shelter

5 Free (Or Darn Close) Feline Enrichment Ideas

Here are some ideas for enrichment on the cheap.

How-to Guide, Tips and Videos for Leash Handling

Learn essential leash skills to care for shelter dogs through best practices taught at the ASPCA’s Adoption Center’s Canine Classroom.

How to Use Food to Socialize Kittens

Food is the most important tool used in the socialization process. Here is a step-by-step guide to petting and playing with kitty as he eats.