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Tips on Creating Effective Adoption Contracts for Horses

Crafting an adoption contract that protects the animal—and doesn’t discourage people from adopting—is a crucial step in finding more homes for horses.

Programs & Operations

We’ve provided information to help you fill your many roles as well as forms and samples useful for hiring & firing, volunteer management, and fundraising.

Keeping Pets in Homes

From the latest relinquishment studies to innovative safety net programs, this section provides you with the tools you need to keep pets at home.

Equine Welfare

Our online resources for equine rescues and sanctuaries include helpful information on starting a foster program, implementing a gelding clinic and basic care.

Adoption & Placement

From fostering to fee-waived to open adoptions, this section is teaming with tips, how-tos and tools to help you–and your fosters—find homes for more animals.

Sanitary Solution to Waste Removal

What’s a shelter to do with all that animal waste? Try this efficient method of disposal.

Animal Weight Monitoring Form

This form can help shelter staff monitor the weight fluctuations of individual animals.

Comprehensive Reference Book: Shelter Medicine for Veterinarians and Staff

This must-have shelter medicine resource includes information on management, animal husbandry, veterinary care, disease prevention and behavior.

How to Make a Simple, Scented Dog Enrichment Toy

Smelly cardboard tubes make for excellent enrichment. Follow these simple steps to put these toys together for the canines in your care.

Humane Handling of Cats: How To Do 4 Safe & Effective Holds

Copy these cat holds to ensure the safety of felines in your care—and your own safety and comfort as well.