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Blue-Green Algae and Other Water Toxins & Treatments

Reports of toxic pet exposures to blue green algae have increased of late, so here's what you need to know for diagnosis and treatment.

New ASPCA Survey: Vast Majority of Dogs and Cats Acquired During Pandemic Still in Their Homes

As COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, 90% of dogs and 87% of cats are still in their homes.

The Antidote to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

This colorless, odorless and tasteless killer has been named by the CDC as the leading cause of unintentional poisoning deaths in people in the United States.

Stressbuster: Canine Sleepovers

Find out how one shelter reduces stress for dogs without entirely removing them from the adoption floor.

Understanding and Treating Cough Drop Toxicity in Pets

The ASPCA Animal Poison Control receives many calls throughout the year about pets ingesting cough drops—and there is, indeed, cause for concern.

Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV)

Learn more about Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV), a viral infection that affects shelter cats.

7 Tips for Shelter Cat Enrichment on the Cheap

It's crucial to have a stimulating enrichment plan for the cats in your care, and with these 7 tips you’ll find it surprisingly easy and affordable.

Research Comparing Costs of Trap/Neuter/Return (TNR) and Euthanasia

Learn about the relative costs of trap-euthanize vs trap-neuter-return and when they can decrease the population of community cats!

The Rescue Effect: Animal Shelter Resources

Approximately 6.5 million animals entered U.S. shelters in 2023—a record high. The work you do on the front lines every day is critical in caring for these animals in need. But it takes all of us to turn the tide and create a positive ripple throughout shelters nationwide.

Most Common Toxicologic Causes of Tremors in Dogs

The ASPCA Poison Control Center lists the most common toxicologic causes of tremors in dogs, grouped by type of item — medicine, food, etc.