Unanswered question from the chat with panelists' answers below.
2. What if a client doesn't have a carrier?
GAYLE BAIR, Animal Friends, Pittsburgh: We speak with the client ahead of time to determine if they have a carrier. If not, we try to arrange dropping off a carrier in advance if possible. We have donated carriers and cardboard carriers at the shelter to share. We have only had this occur once thus far, and it was a special circumstance/case.
MARTY SAMPSON, LEASH: We do not require carriers for dogs, but we do require dogs wear a harness. If a dog does not have a harness, the driver will placed a Leash issued harness on the dog and tether the dog via harness to a seatbelt for safety. Cats are required to be in a carrier at pick-up. We ask that drivers do not handle cats directly to avoid potential injury.
SARAH McGOLDRICK, Dallas Pets Alive!: We can provide carriers for our Snyft drivers if they are needed!
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[Geraldine] [D'Silva]
[Maddie's National Director of Programs & Partnerships]
[Open Door Veterinary Collective]
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Original Message:
Sent: 01-14-2025 11:42 AM
From: Geraldine D'Silva
Subject: Pet Friendly Rides...to increase access to care. Join us on January 21, 12pm PST
Join Open Door Veterinary Collective for lively conversations as we explore innovative and practical solutions that organizations are using to address barriers to accessing pet care and resources in their communities.
This new monthly webcast series begins on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 from 12 pm - 12:30 pm Pacific Time.
We'll cover various topics and share successful strategies through short 30-minute presentations, panel discussions, video snippets and Q&A sessions.
On January 21, our topic is Pet Inclusive Transportation Options where our panelists will share how they are offering pet friendly rides to appointments to help increase access to care. This series is perfect for those interested or involved in access to veterinary care.
Here is the link to register and find more information on our other sessions coming up.
See you there!
#AccesstoCare
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[Geraldine] [D'Silva]
[Maddie's National Director of Programs & Partnerships]
[Open Door Veterinary Collective]
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