Animal shelter best practices

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Bromethalin Toxicosis in Kittens

A newly published case series in JAVMA documents bromethalin toxicosis in preweaned kittens, explaining why it is missed and what it means for shelters caring for kittens.
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Which Vaccines Does Your Shelter Actually Need?

Which vaccines do shelter dogs, cats, rabbits, and ferrets actually need? Learn what to give at intake, what's optional, and what's not recommended.
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Ready to Upgrade Your Animal Housing? Here Are Some Current Opportunities Worth Knowing About

Grants and discounts for animal shelter housing upgrades in 2026. ASPCA NTSI, Midmark Close the Gap, Greater Good, and Kenneth Scott Trust opportunities reviewed.
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Individual Rooms and Group Housing for Dogs in Animal Shelters

Individual rooms serve special-needs dogs. group housing carries risks. Learn evidence-based strategies for dog housing beyond traditional kennels.
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Rabbit Housing Guidelines for Animal Shelters

New ASV guidelines define humane rabbit housing for animal shelters. Learn evidence-based housing practices that support rabbit welfare and adoptability.
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Preventing Feline URI in Shelters: Why Housing Matters

Installing portals to create double-compartment cat cages dramatically reduces feline URI in shelters. Learn how appropriate housing prevents disease.
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Individual Cat Housing for Shelters: Cages, Rooms, and Runs

Individual cat housing in shelters: Learn when to use double-compartment cages vs. individual rooms to support cat welfare and operational efficiency.
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Group Housing for Shelter Cats: When It Works (And When It Doesn’t)

Group housing for shelter cats works for some cats but not all. Learn when group housing benefits cat welfare and when individual housing is the better choice.
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Is Cage-Free Cat Housing Always Better? Considering Shelter Housing for Cats

Is cage-free housing always better for shelter cats? Learn why well-designed cages often outperform group rooms for cat welfare and shelter efficiency.
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Animal Shelter Housing Design: Individual Dog and Cat Housing Guidelines

Animal shelter housing design guide: How dog kennels and cat cages support efficient operations, disease control, safety, and animal wellbeing in shelter facilities.