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Shelter Medicine Programs and Services

Enhance your expertise in shelter medicine with professional development, publications, and direct support from the ASPCA’s Shelter Medicine Services team.

Household, Indoor & Outdoor Risks

Information about hidden dangers both inside the house and in the great outdoors can be found here, along with treatment strategies.

Talking With Harmony Equine Center About Euthanasia

Discover how Harmony Equine Center uses an evaluation matrix to inform the conversation around euthanasia.

Strategies for Placing Special Needs Horses

If you're finding homes for special needs horses, check out these winning suggestions and strategies from equine rescues.

They Did It: Tips For a Thriving On-Deck Foster System

Find out how two shelters use an on-deck foster program to get animals into homes quickly and efficiently while reducing the burden on staff.

The Most Common Sleep Aid Toxicities in Cats and Dogs

Several medications and supplements are available for humans who struggle to get restful sleep, but inadvertent exposures to these in pets often require veterinary care.

4 Times to Use Lipid Emulsion Therapy

Like any therapy, lipids work best when they are used under the right conditions. Here are four times when you might get the most out of them.

What Is Ivermectin?

Discover how ivermectin is used in veterinary medicine and the potentially harmful side effects caused by accidental exposure in pets.

Stress and Animal Protection Work

Animal welfare workers can find ways to harness the energy that comes with stress, create coping strategies for managers, and prevent staff burnout.

Open-Admission Centers Provide Options for Equines, Owners in Need

This article explores the impact and opportunities of an open-admission relinquishment program for equines.

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