Using Shelter Data to Learn More About Breed Intake and Outcomes
Certain dog and cat breeds gain and lose popularity over time, which can impact an animal’s chances of getting adopted. Recently, the ASPCA utilized data […]
Shelter or Rescue: Which Are You?
If you’re reading this, you’re likely looking for resources to improve animal wellbeing. Whether you work for a shelter, a rescue, or volunteer at an […]
Determining Your Shelter’s Capacity for Care
Sheltering organizations serve a crucial role in animal welfare—they provide homes and services to homeless animals. However, shelters that fail to acknowledge their own care […]
Social Media and Relocation go Hand-in-Hand
The twenty-first century has brought many changes to our day-to-day lives. From smartphones and the ubiquitous selfie, dating apps to subscription boxes, technology has changed […]
Why the Cat Café Model Doesn’t Work
A popular east-Asian trend, the cat café is having a moment. In 1998, the first ever cat café opened in Taipei, Taiwan; the Cat Flower […]
Tips for Increasing Adoption Rates
A shelter is only as good as it is affective. If you have a small turnover rate in dogs, your shelter can suffer—both financially and […]
The Case for Foster Programs
Though running an animal foster program is not easy, the results can greatly improve the lives of the pets in your shelter. From increased attention […]
What is Fear Free?
Fear Free is an initiative undertaken by veterinary practitioners nationwide. Their mission is to prevent and alleviate fear, anxiety, and stress in pets when encountering […]
Improving Your Shelter
Shelters and animal rescues do their best to improve the welfare and happiness of their animals. However, due to low funding, few volunteers, and overcrowding, […]