From animal health, care, and handling to operations, outreach and fundraising, use these quick and easy instructional sheets to do almost anything in the shelter.
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From the Magazine
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July 1, 2011
Behavior Department: Kitty in Their Hands
Fledgling fosterers have a lot to learn before embarking on their first kitty-mentoring adventure. In this article, veteran fosterers offer their advice???and their practical knowledge and experiences are worth their weight in kitten chow.
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March 1, 2011
The "101" Department: Conducting a Basic Intake Exam
The HSUS Shelter Services team offers expert tips on how to conduct a ten-minute intake exam on every animal that comes into your shelter -- and the importance of doing so.
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March 1, 2010
The Soft Touch
Molding "hard" dogs into "soft" dogs may be easier than you think'and it also saves lives.
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March 1, 2009
The "101" Department: Shiny Happy Pooches
Dogs don't ask for a lot of grooming, but the potential adopters visiting your shelter probably prefer a well-tended pooch to a matted stinkball. Here are some basic tips for making your pups look presentable.
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May 1, 2008
The "101" Department: Getting to Know You
Creating a good cage card can be a critical tool for keeping track of the animals in your care and helping potential adopters to find their furry soulmate.
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