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    RE: Shelf Life Pet Food

    Hi, Karen. Our awesome veterinarian feels 6 months past date is ok. ------------------------------ Diane Metz Board of Directors, Volunteer, and Foster Mom Orange Street Cats, Inc. Albany NY ------------------------------ See More

  • Had mike on the simplifying shelter Behaviour podcast this week. He's a great speaker. Looking forward to this ------------------------------ Tom Candy behaviour and welfare trustee Hope Rescue VI ------------------------------ See More

  • Does anyone have SOP's or resources they use in regards to bonded pairs in the shelter environment. At my shelter, I generally avoid labeling animals that come in together as bonded pairs unless they have 1. been together in the same home for a considerable amount of years and/or 2. I see a behavioral ... See More

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    RE: Shelf Life Pet Food

    Hi Karen, The industry standard is safe up to a year after the expiration date when unopened. Our policy for opened bags is original packaging, up to 6 months past expiration, and no signs of rodent or insect activity. ------------------------------ Quinn Douglas-Hiley Community Resources Manager ... See More

  • When I look for resources on this topic, "crisis" is usually approached from the operational point of view and not as much from the communications/marketing side. As animal welfare organizations, we are not exempt from other types of crises, like an internal or external backlash for a euthanasia decision, ... See More

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    RE: Puppy protocols

    Hello all: I read Augusta's post and just said "WOW!" - I can't imagine not having puppies out for walks or other experiences until they are 4-6 months old. In the private practice world where I started, "puppy kindergarten" was all the rage - as long as pups were appropriately immunized and dewormed ... See More

  • Hi, Dogs who experience stress in the shelter environment might behave differently than they would in a home. What factors can we modify to help improve their welfare and get to know the dog as an individual? Join us on Wednesday, April 3 at 9 am PT/noon ET when we’ll ... See More

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    RE: How to Begin a Career

    I agree. Check with the agency that you would like to apply to. Beginning in the kennel is definitely a plus; and I would definitely say to request to cross-train. There is much to know about the sheltering world and knowing how it intersects with being an ACO is invaluable. Volunteering can also be ... See More

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    RE: Shelf Life Pet Food

    I think this depends on whether you are charging anything for the food. If you charge the community something then I think it needs to be in date. If you give it away for free we work on the basis that if it smells ok and looks ok then it is ok to use, but if anyone has any doubts to throw it away. Anything ... See More

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