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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.

Animal Behavior Pathway Resources

If you have questions or comments about these behavior pathway resources and tools, please email shelterbehavior@aspca.org. We also hope you will let us know how these behavior pathway resources are used in your organization!

Virtual Adoption Resources

These resources will help you hold a successful online adoption event, with social media, behavior, promotion and logistical tips taking your shelter adoption process online

How to Help a Fearful Cat in a New Home

Share this guide with cat adopters for tips and best practices to help frightened felines adjust to their new homes.

The Rescue Effect: Tools & Resources for Animal Shelters

Join The Rescue Effect campaign in 2025. We're providing shelters and rescues the tools and resources they need to increase critical adoption, foster and community engagement without having to change any processes or policies.

Reaching & Supporting Adopters

Make it easy for adopters to keep their pets with these resources for managing behavior issues and other concerns in the early days of adoption.

Meow for Now: Foster Family Recruitment and Retention

Get tips for recruiting and retaining foster caregivers to create or enhance your kitten foster program.

Dog Adoption Marketing Resources

Try these five dog-adoption resources during Adopt a Shelter Dog month or any time you want to promote the canines in your care.

Dog Transport Pre-Load Exams

Review the video and download the cheat sheet to ensure you're transporting healthy dogs.

Adoption Ambassadors Resource Hub

Find a collection of resources to help get animals adopted directly from volunteer foster homes.