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ASPCA Shelter, Equine and Veterinary Consultations

Animal welfare staff, volunteers and veterinarians can submit questions to ASPCA experts in shelter medicine, behavior, spay/neuter, or equine welfare

Shelter Medicine Programs and Services

Enhance your expertise in shelter medicine with professional development, publications, and direct support from the ASPCA’s Shelter Medicine Services team.

Empower Owners, Engage Your Community to Boost RTO

Looking for ways to increase the number of lost pets returning to their owners? Read about a winning model that empowers pet owners and the wider community.

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

Adoption Ambassadors FAQ

Here are some of the most common questions we receive about the Adoption Ambassadors program.

Research Shows Why Shelters Should Offer Free Cat Adoptions

Waive fees and adopters will come. The price tag – or lack thereof – doesn’t affect the love or longevity of an adopter’s relationship with a cat.

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.

Fear Free Resources for Animal Shelters

Learn about Fear Free programs and how they can benefit your shelter, rescue or veterinary practice.

10 Dog Adoption Promos That Made Us LOL

These dog promos from the field are sure to bring you chuckles—here’s inspiration to use humor to help increase adoptions.

They Did It: SPCA of Texas Transports 1,000th Cat

Despite juggling hundreds of animals in their facility, a distemper outbreak, and challenges brought on by the pandemic, the SPCA of Texas transported their 1000th cat.