Search Search Search You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. Topic Cruelty & Disasters Disaster Preparedness & Response Animal Cruelty Investigations Programs & Operations Board & Leadership (-) Managing People Resources Volunteers Keeping Pets in Homes Safety Net Active FiltersManaging People Resources Group 9 Clear All Behavior Helpline - Toss your Community a Lifeline in the COVID-19 Era Learn how a Behavior Helpline can benefit your shelter, and how you can use the knowledge your shelter already possesses to run this program. Hiring, Firing and Supporting Your Staff Learn about hiring, firing, and support your staff, whether they are paid or volunteers. Top Tips for Volunteer Success in an Animal Shelter or Rescue Read our top tips for finding, motivating, and retaining one of your most important assets – your animal shelter volunteers. How to Use Whiteboards to Share Information about Shelter Animals Sharing information about animals in your care is critical. Use these tips for creating effective whiteboards—and get a few ideas for other ways to convey important information visually. Implementing SOPs Find out how to effectively use your SOP as a training tool. 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 Top 10 Tips for Effective Animal Shelter Employee Recognition & Appreciation Learn how to integrate staff recognition into your operations to show appreciation for your staff’s commitment and improve engagement and retention. Compassion Fatigue & Resilience Resources for Animal Shelter Staff & Volunteer Wellness Learn essential ways to stay healthy and resilient while working in animal welfare, including tips for managing stress and preventing burnout.