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Strengthening Pet Retention Through Safety Net Programs

Resources to help keep pets safe at home through supportive services.

They Did It: Easy & Accessible Cat Enrichment

Download these easy conversation guides to help with nonjudgmental animal shelter adoption counseling that uses positive, inclusive language to build trust and increase adoptions.

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: Doggy Day Out

Read about one agency's Doggy Day Out program that lets volunteers take dogs on trips of their choosing like hikes, beach trips, dinners and even sleepovers.

Resources to Assist With Intake

These educational learning tools will provide visual reminders, practical tips, and printable checklists to develop critical standards and confidence.

Building a Sensory Garden for Shelter Dogs: Enhancing Well-Being Through Stimulating Spaces

Learn how to create enrichment for shelter animals within a limited footprint and budget – especially helpful during the challenges of winter weather.

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.

Scent Games for Canine Enrichment

Keeping dogs enriched while they are in your care is crucial to their well-being. Try out our DIY scent game made with free and inexpensive materials.

Stressbuster: Canine Sleepovers

Find out how one shelter reduces stress for dogs without entirely removing them from the adoption floor.

7 Tips on Canine Body Language

These seven tips for reading canine body language are perfect for sharing with staff and volunteers.

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