Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) establish an overall routine that'serves to ensure a consistent and repetitive approach to daily chores and empower shelter'staff by giving them the tools they need to succeed.
Resources and Articles
From the Magazine
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September 1, 2004
SOPs: Not an Alien Concept
Standard operating procedures: what they are and how they can help your shelter.
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January 1, 2002
ShelterSpeak: Owner Identity Verification
How do you verify identification/ownership when someone comes in to claim a stray or lost animal? How effective has this method been?
Policies
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HSUS Guidelines for Standard Operating Procedures for Animal Shelters
Written standard operating procedures (SOPs) are an important foundation for any professional organization. This resource was designed to help professionals within the animal care and control field gain a clearer understanding of the development and implementation of standard operating procedures.
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May 10, 2012
Animal Welfare Association - Treatment and Isolation Area Protocols
Use these sample isolation and treatment area protocols from the Animal Welfare Association in Voorhees, New Jersey to help you develop your shelter's own protocols.
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May 8, 2012
Sample: HSUS Rescue Group SOP Template
Use this sample document as a template to help you design your organization's rescue group procedures.
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May 7, 2012
Sample: HSUS Lost & Found SOP Template
Use this sample document to help you design your organization's lost and found procedures.
Programs
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Shelter Services
The HSUS's Shelter Services program helps shelters acquire the tools they need to ensure long-term organizational stability and success in the dynamic environment of animal welfare. No matter the size or issues facing your organization, Shelter Services is here to help.
More
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May 8, 2012
ASPCA Pro - Creating SOPs
View ASPCA Pro's guidelines to creating SOPs and download a template.
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