Communication Through Transition
The role of strategic communication during change management cycles is a popular topic any day, but the shift of our world on its axis has propelled this discussion to the front of the interwebs. There’s a plethora of sound guidance to be had and, for once, an almost unanimous agreement: A good change management strategy requires a detailed plan that considers each of your stakeholder groups and addresses the fears associated with their particular investment.
ASPCA has grant funds of $2,000,000 for COVID-19 Relief for Shelters – deadline to apply 10/12/20!
The ASPCA is reopening its Request for Proposals under the COVID-19 Relief Initiative and is inviting grant applications from animal welfare organizations negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. We awarded $2,000,000 for this purpose in the spring and recognize that this national emergency continues to affect programs, operations, and fundraising.
NEW COURSE Available on the ShelterMedPortal: Shelter and Public Safety During COVID-19
In this course we’ve tried to gather a variety of materials that we feel could be of value to you as you make your way through the phases of re-opening during a pandemic. The focus is on human and animal safety as organizations adjust which services they offer and how.
Confirmed Pet Cases Update 6/3/20 —But Our Messaging to Public Remains the Same
Reposting from the Animal Welfare Daily Digest: In the U.S., two pets—one dog and one cat—have been confirmed to be infected with SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19). In each case, […]
New Course Available on the ShelterMedPortal – Animal Outcomes and Adoptions During COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic presents the animal sheltering industry with unprecedented challenges. Shelters throughout the country (and around the world) are rising to meet these challenges. As most work to focus […]
BLOG: Pets, Mental Health & COVID-19
Since I was a young child I have had a deep understanding of how animals can bring happiness into peoples’ lives. My first word as a 1 year old was “dog” and I grew up wanting to become a veterinarian due to my passion for animals and the love they give. However, in my later years I began to recognize the impact pets can have on your mental health as well.
New Course Available on the ShelterMedPortal – Part 2 – Spay/Neuter and Other Surgery During COVID-19 – Re-Opening Considerations and Process
As areas of the United States and other regions around the world contemplate and then begin the process of returning to a new normal, each shelter, clinic and rescue will […]
4/29/20 – ANNOUNCING: Just Released – COVID-19 Spay/Neuter and Wellness Clinic Preparedness Guide
This COVID-19 Spay/Neuter and Wellness Clinic Preparedness Guide is a collaborative effort led by shelter and spay/neuter professionals representing different aspects of veterinary clinic operations. In all cases, the intention […]
New Course Available on the ShelterMedPortal – Part 1 -Spay/Neuter and Other Surgery During COVID-19 – for Areas Under Strict Distancing/PPE Rationing
Given the current pandemic, in an effort to reduce resource use, workload, and the potential for human exposure, shelters and spay-neuter clinics have had to make decisions about which spay-neuter surgeries and other procedures are non-emergency procedures and discontinue those that could be deferred.
New Course Available on the UCD ShelterMedPortal – Responding to Kittens During COVID-19
Kittens and Kitten Season bring special challenges this year.
Learn about some options and resources for how your facility should deal with these challenges and then transition to a “new normal” once we are through this crisis.
