Search Search Search Topic (-) Shelter Medicine Programs & Services Intake & Preventive Care (-) Keeping Pets in Homes Return to Owner Safety Net Programs & Operations Active FiltersKeeping Pets in Homes Group 9 Shelter Medicine Group 9 Clear All Provide a Spectrum of Care to Increase Veterinary Access to More Clients Read about the importance of access to veterinary care and how it can help improve animal outcomes, empower pet owners, and help with veterinarian burnout. Pyometra Surgery and Access to Veterinary Care Research shows pyometra, a life-threatening infection in unspayed dogs and cats, can be safely treated without specialized care, thereby increasing access to veterinary care. Welfare of Cats 5 to 29 Months After Perineal Urethrostomy Cats undergoing PU do well in the home after surgery, showing long-term outcomes are good and earlier surgical intervention may be the best approach. ASPCA Commits $45M to Help Animal Cruelty Victims and Low-Income Pet Owners A $45M ASPCA initiative addresses some complex needs of animal cruelty victims and improves access to vital veterinary care for low-income owners. 3 Reasons to Support Veterinary Telemedicine Learn what veterinary telehealth is and how it can increase access to veterinary care, reduce fear in canine and feline patients, and support animal shelters A Study of Pet Owners’ Perceptions and Experiences with Community Veterinary Clinics Discover how low-cost or free community veterinary clinics combined with compassionate communication can break down barriers for underserved pet owners. How Owner and Pet Demographics Affect Pet Body Condition Among People Experiencing Homelessness and Housing Vulnerability Discover the results of a new study about veterinary care for dogs and cats owned by people experiencing homelessness. Why Animal Shelters Support Better Policies for Veterinary Telemedicine Veterinary telemedicine is an excellent way to help increase access to vet care for pets and can help keep pets in homes and out of animal shelters.