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Six Ideas for Feline Enrichment

Check out these seven easy and inexpensive ideas to help you make feline enrichment a part of your everyday routine.

Strengthening Pet Retention Through Safety Net Programs

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

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.

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.

Online Learning Courses from the ASPCA Learning Lab

Shelter staff and volunteers will benefit from these short online courses designed to enrich the lives of shelter dogs and encourage good behavior.

Tips for Socializing a Puppy

Follow these two creative tips for socializing puppies during periods of social distancing.

The Daily Change-Up

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

Behavior Tips for Living with Intact Dogs and Cats

Share these behavior tips with foster caregivers and adopters living with intact dogs and cats when spay/neuter surgeries are temporarily unavailable.

Using Technology to Facilitate Behavior Treatments

Learn how to use technology to provide behavior and enrichment during a crisis, including remote treat dispensers, cameras, social media and video conferencing.

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.

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