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Drug Protocols for Spay/Neuter Clinics

These drug protocols and guidelines will aid licensed technicians and veterinarians at HQHVSN clinics in determining proper delivery, ordering, storage, and handling of controlled substances.

ASPCA Cornell Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Conference Online Courses

The ASPCA® Shelter Medicine courses are a unique educational opportunity for veterinarians and other animal welfare professionals to learn from our field of highly regarded speakers.

Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)

Learn about Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), including prevention, clinical signs, transmission, diagnosis, treatment, and management.

Overdoses of Oral Chondroprotective Agents

Oral chondroprotective agents such as glucosamine and chondroitin have been used for years in veterinary care; this article explains the benefits and dangers.

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.

ASPCA Northern Tier Shelter Initiative (NTSI)

The Northern Tier Shelter Initiative (NTSI) is an ASPCA program that provides grants, free consultations and training to brick-and-mortar shelters, non-profit veterinary clinics, and Indigenous communities.

Training

Search and filter to target your next training opportunity. Take for-credit courses, find veterinary offerings, critical behavior guidance, in-person and virtual events.

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

Research

Starting with the philosophy that “every number is a wet nose,” the team researches lifesaving models and shares successful programs with the field.

Canine Leptospirosis

Learn about Canine Leptospirosis, a zoonotic, bacterial infection that can be challenging in animal shelters.