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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.

The Rescue Effect: Resources for Adopt A Shelter Cat Month

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.

The Rescue Effect: Tools & Resources for Animal Shelters

Join The Rescue Effect campaign in 2025. We're providing shelters and rescues the tools and resources they need to increase critical adoption, foster and community engagement without having to change any processes or policies.

ASPCA Animal Hospital Access to Vet Care Fellowship

Apply for the ASPCA Animal Hospital Access to Vet Care Fellowship Program and work alongside senior doctors who will mentor you in case management and hands-on skills. Located in New York, NY.

Adoption Ambassador Training Materials

Download and customize this presentation to help guide your Adoption Ambassador trainings to get cats and dogs adopted safely direct from foster homes

5 Tips to Support Kitten Foster Caregivers in Areas of High Shelter Intake

By supporting community members who are already providing foster care for kittens, animal welfare organizations can strengthen what’s already working.

Three Things to Consider About Your Shelter’s Soundscape

Three questions from Patricia McConnell help you tune in and dial down your shelter’s soundscape.

Tips to Make Dog Adoptions Stick

Follow these tips from dog expert Patricia McConnell to help maximize the chance for a lasting dog adoption.

Equine Fostering Q&A with Hickory Hill Farm

Increase your capacity and place more horses into homes with fostering tips from Hickory Hill Farm.

ASPCA® Adopt a Horse Month Resources

Use our equine resources to prepare horses for adoption, welcome new and existing horse owners to your agency, make effective matches, and support adopters post-adoption.