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ASPCA Shelter, Equine and Veterinary Consultations

Animal welfare staff, volunteers and veterinarians can submit questions to ASPCA experts in shelter medicine, behavior, spay/neuter, or equine welfare

Shelter Medicine at the ASPCA

The ASPCA’s Shelter Medicine Services (SMS) team works to improve the health and welfare of animals by strengthening shelter medicine programs and expanding access to veterinary care.

Infection Control in the Shelter

Learn fundamental infection control concepts, including order of contagion, how disease transmission occurs, and how to prevent disease spread.

Feline Panleukopenia

Learn about feline panleukopenia and how to manage it in an animal shelter setting.

New Study: High-Intensity TNR Could Mean Over 30 Times Fewer Cat Deaths

A research study estimates over 30 times fewer feline deaths could be seen with high-intensity TNR programs.

Coccidia

Learn about the clinical signs, prevention, and treatment of Coccidia, a protozoal parasite of the gastrointestinal tract.

Training

Search and filter to target your next training opportunity. Take for-credit courses, find veterinary offerings, critical behavior guidance, in-person and virtual events.

Canine Distemper Virus

Learn how to recognize and manage canines distemper virus.

Animal Housing for Isolation and Quarantine

Learn the differences between isolating and quarantining animals to manage infectious disease and anticipate housing needs.

Canine Influenza Virus: Diagnosis, Treatment & Control

Be prepared for canine influenza virus, or "kennel cough" before an outbreak happens. Learn about diagnostic, treatment and control here.