Search Search Search Topic Keeping Pets in Homes Safety Net Programs & Operations (-) Managing People Resources Volunteers Adoption & Placement Active FiltersManaging People Resources Group 9 Clear All They Did It: Hired a Social Worker for Their Animal Shelter Gateway Pet Guardians hired a Community Support Manager to support the people and pets in their community 5 Ways to Show Volunteers How Important They Are You know your volunteers are vital. Here are volunteer appreciation tips to help make sure they know it, too! Saving Lives with Extended Adoption Hours Learn how to better serve your community and save more lives by extending your adoption hours. How to Use Whiteboards to Share Information about Shelter Animals Sharing information about animals in your care is critical. Use these tips for creating effective whiteboards—and get a few ideas for other ways to convey important information visually. Updating SOPs Your SOP should be reviewed at least once a year by all staff, department supervisors and the director.