Animal Welfare Professionals

Hi Dianna, A vet clinic in St. Louis was in a similar situation - they have two sides to their organization, for-profit and non-profit. Judy's Forgotten Jewels, you might contact them to see how their organization works. They have accepted a few mom/puppy combos from us. Connie ------------------------------ ... See More

Hello, I manage a farm animal rescue. I'm not sure if I can be included in this group. We take in a lot of potbelly pigs. We try to educate people about these intelligent animals, but so many people get them without doing the homework. Any ideas on how to make people understand that these animals ... See More

Happy Thursday Fellow Animal Welfare Professionals! Our rescue is desperately needing a new van. Any ideas on where we can look for transport grants. I have tried PetSmart Charities but they have not responded. Thank you so much, Mary Spring Branch Rescue #TransfersandTransport ------------------------------ ... See More

Excellent information in this talk. I do believe this is something we are seeing more often. In hearing Dr Sackman mention that it is often seen around 6 months, I wonder if some dogs who have been sheltered for longer periods begin to experience neurological changes that may lead to later diagnosis. ... See More

Hi Everyone, Just sending an update for anyone who has received their REDI badges. First, CONGRATs! We are really starting to see a shift in the field and support in new places. CARE loves watching all the progress and seeing all the sweet success stories. Second update: Due to the large influx ... See More

This message was posted by a user wishing to remain anonymous I did adoptions on the dog side of an open admission County animal shelter for years. I currently 'advise' on adoptions on the cat side by evaluating a family with a dog in the home who want a cat. Some of the evaluations are easy - dog ... See More

Life Line in Atlanta has done a nice job creating Life Line Ambassadors and one of the things they do is help with the use of Next Door. Here is their main page, along with a link to signing up to be an Ambassador (easy jot form). Good luck, it's a great way to reach lots of people! Also, don't forget ... See More

Hello! I lead a 501 (c)(3) animal shelter in the process of planning a new shelter. One question my staff, board and I have been discussing is on-site housing for staff weather-related emergencies (winter storms). Two options discussed have been a sleeping room inside the shelter or completely separate ... See More

While my signature is with a local animal shelter group ... I am also with Feral Cat Assistance Program in Greensboro, NC. We use large 30 gallon black plastic storage tubs and cut two holes, one on each side, as high as possible to the top. We paint the tops if they are brightly colored, generally a ... See More