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 with helpful, shareable content.

Why Safety Graphics Work

• Easy to share: Pet owners love quick tips they can repost or send to friends.

• Seasonal relevance: A winter paw safety reminder in January is more likely to get noticed than a generic post.

• Authority building: Every safety post reinforces that your shelter is the go-to source for pet well-being.

And let’s be honest—sometimes the best way to get through to busy pet owners is with a bold, eye-catching graphic in their feed.

Examples You Can Use

Here are some safety themes that shelters have already turned into graphics:

• Cold weather reminders:

  • “Don’t Forget Your Pets” and “Warning Extreme Cold Weather” posts remind owners to keep animals indoors when temps drop.
  • “Winter Reminder – Keep Paws Clean” highlights salt and chemical dangers on sidewalks.

• Seasonal tips:

  • “Protect Those Paws” (winter walking safety).
  • “Spring Pet Safety Tips” and “Lawn Safety for Pets” focus on toxins and yard hazards.
  • “Keep Safe This Fall” gives guidance on changing weather and holiday risks.
  • “Thanksgiving Holiday Safety Tips” warns about food dangers like turkey bones and onions.

• Special campaigns:

  • “Lost Pet Prevention Month” provides microchipping and ID tag reminders.
  • “Don’t Kitten-Nap” video helps stop well-meaning people from scooping up outdoor kittens during kitten season.
  • “Disaster Preparedness for Pet Owners” flyers ensure families include pets in emergency planning.

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	Disaster Preparedness for Pet Owners – Flyer	Oh, no! This content requires a higher membership level to view. Not a member? Join for Free Today or Upgrade Your Account to Pro.   …	Access
	Spring Pet Safety Tips	Warmer weather is great—but it comes with risks. Keep your pets safe this season!#PetSafety #SpringTips #SafeAndPawtected …   Oh, no! This content requires a higher membership level to view. Not a member? Join for Free Today or Upgrade Your Account to Pro.   …	Access
	Lawn Safety for Pets	Your yard should be a safe place for your pets to play! Keep them protected with these simple tips: 🚫 Avoid Treated Areas – Keep pets off recently tre…   Oh, no! This content requires a higher membership level to view. Not a member? Join for Free Today or Upgrade Your Account to Pro.   …	Access
	Don’t Kitten-Nap Video	Oh, no! This content requires a higher membership level to view. Not a member? Join for Free Today or Upgrade Your Account to Pro.   …	Access
	Protect Those Paws	Salt and ice melt can irritate your furry friend’s paws during winter walks. Wipe their paws after every outing to keep them clean and safe, or consid…   Oh, no! This content requires a higher membership level to view. Not a member? Join for Free Today or Upgrade Your Account to Pro.   …	Access
	Thanksgiving Holiday Safety Tips	🦃 Thanksgiving’s a time for family, but let’s keep our pets safe, too! Watch for table scraps and decorations that could be dangerous to your dogs and…   Oh, no! This content requires a higher membership level to view. Not a member? Join for Free Today or Upgrade Your Account to Pro.   …	Access
	Keep Safe This Fall	As fall settles in, it’s important to watch out for some common seasonal hazards. Chrysanthemums and acorns, which pop up this time of year, can be ha…   Oh, no! This content requires a higher membership level to view. Not a member? Join for Free Today or Upgrade Your Account to Pro.   …	Access
	Lost Pet Prevention Month	It’s Lost Pet Prevention Month! 🐾🔍 Did you know that 1 in 3 pets will go missing in their lifetime? But don’t worry—there are steps you can take to ke…   Oh, no! This content requires a higher membership level to view. Not a member? Join for Free Today or Upgrade Your Account to Pro.   …	Access
	Warning Extreme Cold Weather	🚨 Extreme Cold Weather Warning! 🚨 Dangerously cold temperatures are approaching! At [Your Shelter’s Name], we urge you to take immediate steps to prot…   Oh, no! This content requires a higher membership level to view. Not a member? Join for Free Today or Upgrade Your Account to Pro.   …	Access
	Cold Weather – Don’t Forget Your Pets	❄️ Alert: Cold Weather and Your Pets! ❄️ As the temperature drops, we at [Your Shelter’s Name] want to remind you of the importance of keeping your fu…   Oh, no! This content requires a higher membership level to view. Not a member? Join for Free Today or Upgrade Your Account to Pro.   …	Access

How to Use Them Effectively

• Match to the calendar. Post winter tips when the first snow hits, or lawn safety graphics when mowing season starts.
• Add a local note. A short caption tying the safety message to your area makes it feel more personal (“Temps dropping in Hudson Valley tonight—keep those paws safe!”).
• Pair with adoption messaging. Safety tips are a natural segue: “Pets in our care get all the love and safety they need—imagine keeping one safe in your home, too.”
• Encourage sharing. A simple line like “Share this to help other pet owners keep animals safe” can double your reach.

Building a Safety Calendar

You don’t have to reinvent the wheel each month. Take the graphics you already have and map them to your content calendar:

• Winter (Dec–Feb): Cold weather, paw safety, antifreeze warnings.
• Spring (Mar–May): Lawn care toxins, Easter hazards, outdoor walking safety.
• Summer (Jun–Aug): Heat stroke prevention, lost pet prevention, July 4th fireworks safety.
• Fall (Sep–Nov): Halloween candy hazards, Thanksgiving table safety, cooler weather reminders.

Safety graphics are more than filler content. They’re bite-sized, life-saving reminders that show your shelter’s role as a community partner. And when paired with adoption or donation messaging, they not only protect pets—they can help more animals find homes.

Because nothing says “adopt me” like a pup whose paws are safe and sound.