Search Search Search You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. Topic Programs & Operations Managing People Resources (-) Keeping Pets in Homes Safety Net Grants Shelter Medicine Programs & Services Intake & Preventive Care Cruelty & Disasters Adoption & Placement Reaching & Supporting Adopters Active FiltersKeeping Pets in Homes Group 9 Clear All Family Quality of Life: Pet Owners and Veterinarians Working Together to Reach the Best Outcomes Reframing veterinary care decisions in the context of Family Quality of Life acknowledges the many interdependencies that exist between people and their pets. Increase Access to Dog and Cat Grooming Services to Improve Animal Health New research suggests increasing access to grooming resources could improve the lives of pets, pet owners, and veterinarians 2024 ASPCA Hurricane Response & Relief Grants Initiative To support animals and communities impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the ASPCA is offering $1 million in grants to cover expenses of animal welfare and other organizations supporting disaster response and relief. New ASPCA Survey: Vast Majority of Dogs and Cats Acquired During Pandemic Still in Their Homes As COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, 90% of dogs and 87% of cats are still in their homes. Provide a Spectrum of Care to Increase Veterinary Access to More Clients Read about the importance of access to veterinary care and how it can help improve animal outcomes, empower pet owners, and help with veterinarian burnout. Why Animal Shelters Support Better Policies for Veterinary Telemedicine Veterinary telemedicine is an excellent way to help increase access to vet care for pets and can help keep pets in homes and out of animal shelters. Pyometra Surgery and Access to Veterinary Care Research shows pyometra, a life-threatening infection in unspayed dogs and cats, can be safely treated without specialized care, thereby increasing access to veterinary care. A Spectrum of Care is the Antidote to One Dog’s Mysterious Illness Pets have better outcomes when veterinarians provide a wide range of treatment options—otherwise known as a spectrum of care. They Did It: Hired a Social Worker for Their Animal Shelter Gateway Pet Guardians hired a Community Support Manager to support the people and pets in their community