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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.

Strengthening Pet Retention Through Safety Net Programs

Resources to help keep pets safe at home through supportive services.

What's the Deal About Data?

Knowing what animals are coming into your shelter and why, and what animals are making it out alive (or not) are important keys to improve your performance.

Shelter Medicine and the ASPCA

Learn all about shelter medicine, which focuses on preventing disease so the end product is a healthy companion animal in a lifetime home.

Using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to Map Animal Data

Read about the ASPCA’s research into Geographic Information Systems and how it can be a powerful lifesaving tool for shelters.

Food Guarding in Shelter Dogs

An ASPCA study provides a compelling argument against euthanizing dogs who display food guarding.

Access to Veterinary Care Online Courses

Learn from colleagues working to elevate AVC, about their approaches, successes, and lessons, with engaging topics ranging from incorporating AVC in veterinary education to challenges facing the field.

Oleander: Beautiful but Deadly to Pets

Attractive oleander, which is commonly grown in southern and western parts of the country, is very poisonous plant for many animals.

6 Steps to Create an Adoption Academy and Increase Horse Adoptions

Learn six steps to create an equine adoption academy and grow your own horse adopters.

Sanitation for Disease Prevention in Animal Shelters

Cleaning and disinfection are crucial in preventing the spread of infectious disease. Learn how to effectively sanitize with these easy guidelines.

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