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Animal Sheltering Magazine Articles
 

Working for Change in the Caribbean
The tourists’ dream of sun-filled beaches in Puerto Rico masks the harsh reality of neglect and abuse for many of the island’s animals. More...

 
 

Field Trip: Red Lake Rosie’s Rescue
A few years ago, Karen Good was picking up every stray that crossed her path on the Red Lake Indian Reservation in Northwestern Minnesota. It didn’t take long, however, for her and a couple of kindred spirits to realize that it wasn’t enough. More...

 
 

Off Leash: Many Tongues, One Message
A shelter outreach campaign in Seattle gets on the bus. More...

 
 

Abriendo Puertas a los Refugios de Animales
You may not speak Spanish, but chances are a significant segment of your community does—and many of your potential supporters may speak only Spanish. This feature looks at shelters that are reaching out to this growing but still underserved population. More...

 
 

What’s the Diagnosis?
New evaluation program aims to help shelters improve staff retention and morale. More...

 
 

Slowing the Revolving Door: Strategies for Improving Staff Retention, Part 2
This second of two articles on staff retention investigates the benefits of ensuring a support network for staff and the importance of providing training and opportunities for advancement. More...

 
 

Workplace Culture Agreement
The road to a healthy work environment can start with a simple document that describes the ideal interactions among staff. More...

 
 
HSUS Programs and Services
 

Everyone Ready
In partnership with Energize, Inc., this free cutting-edge staff development training plan is designed to support you in your work with volunteers. More...

 
 
HSUS Publications
 

Volunteer Management for Animal Care Organizations
Explore proven techniques for effective program design, recruitment, volunteer retention, and much more. More...