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October brings pumpkins, costumes, and candy—but also plenty of risks for pets in shelters and foster homes. As a shelter manager, you’re already balancing staff, volunteers, and community events. Planning ahead for seasonal hazards can prevent emergencies, reduce stress for animals, and keep adoption opportunities on track. Chocolate, Candy, and Curious Paws Halloween candy is […]
Animal shelters are trusted voices in the community, especially when it comes to safety. One of the simplest ways to keep your audience informed—and show your shelter as a resource—is through safety-focused social media graphics. These graphics serve two purposes: they protect pets by sharing timely reminders, and they keep your shelter’s social presence active […]
Every shelter knows the story. One week it’s bottle-baby kittens, the next it’s a litter of puppies, and before long, a sick or injured dog or cat arrives needing a safe place to heal. The need for fosters never takes a paws. Fostering saves lives. But the public doesn’t always know how big a difference […]
We know that time is tight and resources are stretched in the shelter world. That’s why we’re excited to announce our newest tool: the Medicine Dose Calculator—designed specifically for animal shelters and rescues. This easy-to-use tool offers general dosage guidelines for common medications used in shelter medicine, including antibiotics and dewormers for both dogs and […]
Food drives are a terrific way to get the goods you need and make contact. But they can make things harder if you don’t have a clear plan. You might get food that you can’t use, deliveries that come while no one is home, or donations that take a long time to sort. A little […]
When someone asks, “Why can’t I adopt today?” or “Why is this dog still here?”, it can put animal shelter staff and volunteers in an awkward position. These aren’t bad questions. But without the right response, a well-meaning question can lead to frustration, anger, or even a lost opportunity to connect with a potential adopter. […]