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Heartworm in Animal Shelter Populations

Clinical signs, transmission, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of heartworm in dogs, especially those housed in an animal shelter, are discussed.

FAQs about CBD Use in Pets

CBD (hemp oil) treats are becoming more popular to give pets, and some of the same dangers exist as with THC. Find out the symptoms and treatment plans.

Sunscreen and Zinc Oxide Ingestion in Pets

Learn about the active ingredients in sunscreen and zinc oxide to develop a treatment plan for dogs and cats who ingest these potential toxins.

Strategies to Increase Kitten Fostering in Communities with High Shelter Intake

Read a recent ASPCA study that identifies barriers and opportunities to increase kitten foster volunteers in high kitten shelter intake communities.

Improve the Shelter Experience for Adopters

Wisconsin Humane Society improves the adoption experience, from first impression to post-adoption follow-up.

Infection Control in Home-based Programs

Discover a systematic approach to infection control that focuses on creating healthy animals, especially in home-based operations and foster care.

Innovations in Emergency Sheltering

Learn how to operate a successful emergency animal shelter during a large scale cruelty case or a natural disaster.

Antibiotics and Seizures in Pets

The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center notes that antibiotics are a cause of toxin seizures in animals, and this article explains what to watch for.

Jobs at the ASPCA

Are you a shelter professional or animal-welfare worker who would like to take your commitment to animals to the next level? The ASPCA is hiring!

Fuzzy Green Poisoners: Caterpillar Toxicosis in Pets

They’re fuzzy & fascinating, but their cuteness is deceiving. Our Poison Control Center explains.

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