Animal Sheltering 2010-12

JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2010

Matchmakers help rabbits find that special somebunny
The Wildlife Aid Brigade works to keep wild babies and their kin together and safe
Unwanted CDs benefit upstate New York SPCA
Study suggests that microchipping and database registration should happen concurrently
Better options for horses
Stemming the tide of pet overpopulation in Alabama
Study identifies coping strategies for staff stress related to euthanasia
Want to help save puppy mill dogs? Become a Placement Partner
Humane officer branches out to attempt daring, aerial rescue to free trapped bird
Newly redesigned Form 990 proves taxing for nonprofit shelters filing with the IRS

In your space, you told us about what gadget—real or imagined—you would most like to have, and how it would help you help animals.

Prison programs transform inmates as well as animals

Formalizing your volunteer program is worth the effort

Amazing new tools to engage people, create community, and support your mission

A secret shopper program finds plenty to purr about—and some room for improvements

Does turning down a potential adoption put your organization at risk of a lawsuit?

Volunteer programs continue to thrive with the right people and systems in place

Rescue group uses private-label vintage and the amorous image of rabbits to raise funds— and promote awareness of spay/neuter