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Innovations in Emergency Sheltering

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

Emergency and Disaster Grants

Guidelines and application instructions for emergency and disaster response and preparation can be found on this page.

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Most Commonly Used Emergency & Disaster Acronyms

Disaster acronyms got you confused? Use our handy glossary to help you decipher what a JITT and a JFO are.

Determining National Emergency Veterinary Response Capabilities

Get insights into the emergency veterinary capabilities in your area and across the country.

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Are Your County and State Ready to Respond to an Animal Emergency?

Find out how your shelter and state compares to others on disaster readiness, and get updates about the NCARE survey

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National Capabilities for Animal Response in Emergencies (NCARE) Survey Results

Read the groundbreaking ASPCA survey that shows the readiness of U.S. cities and counties to mobilize on behalf of animals in case of disaster.

3 Tips for Setting Up a Temporary Shelter

In the event of a disaster or large-scale seizure in your community, follow these three tips from the ASPCA’s Field Investigations and Response Team (FIR).

Emergency Preparedness Guide for Pet Owners

This emergency pet preparedness guide helps to ensure pets are well cared for even during a crisis. Share it with your community now!

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Improve the Shelter Experience for Adopters

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

Sample Plans for Evacuation and Sheltering

These three sample plans can be adapted for your needs to help you prepare for animal emergencies, including evacuations and temporary sheltering.