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Animal Behavior Pathway Resources

If you have questions or comments about these behavior pathway resources and tools, please email shelterbehavior@aspca.org. We also hope you will let us know how these behavior pathway resources are used in your organization!

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.

They Did It: Broodmare Adoption Programs

Discover how 2 equine organizations built broodmare placement programs to answer a unique and critical challenge in horse rescue.

Vaccine Storage, Handling, and Administration

Proper vaccine handling is a critical component of a shelter’s vaccination protocol. Learn how to properly store and administer vaccines.

Increase Adoptions Through Social & Traditional Media

Here are four approaches that use the power of media—both social and traditional—to get more notice and find more dog adopters.

Cleaners and Disinfectants in Animal Shelters

Learn best practices and products for maintaining a clean environment to protect the health of the animals in your care.

Teaching Cats to Ride in Carriers

Share this resource with your cat adopters and foster families to help make trips in carriers less stressful for everyone.

Toxic Component in Grapes and Raisins Identified!

For years, veterinarians have wondered what made grapes toxic to pets—we think we have the answer.

Handling Cats Who Display Overt Aggression

Learn how to handle aggressive feline behaviors with the Feline-ality Interactive Glossary and a guide to recognizing cat body postures.

5 Ways to Engage Potential Horse Adopters

Learn 5 ways to keep potential equine adopters engaged with your organization and committed to adopting when you don’t have a horse who fits their needs.