What are basic management guidelines for dog and cat shelters?
2 3BASIC MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES FOR DOG AND CAT SHELTERS Created by Animals Asia and the Humane Society International MESSAGE FROM JILL
How often do animal shelters need to be built?
At best most organizations get one opportunity every 20, 30, or more years to build a new sheltering facility; therefore, it is imperative that the design be right. If you start with this information sheet you will be well on your way. Re-evaluating the basics: what do animals need in primary enclosures?
What should be the design of animal housing?
Comfortable housing that meets animals’ behavioral needs for long term care, e.g. for animals caught up in a legal case or undergoing long term rehabilitation. In all these areas, segregation by species should be maintained. Uses of various segregation areas should be flexible to accommodate changes in housing needs over time.
What are the implications of animal shelter design?
The shelter facility and the housing it provides have implications far beyond the shelter walls. The design of the facility will impact disease levels, behavioral health, staffing needs and the daily cost of care (and therefore how much time and money is left over for other important programs).
What are standards of care in animal shelters?
Shelters must provide an environment that is conducive to maintaining animal health. Facilities must be appropriate for the species, the number of animals receiving care and the expected length of stay in order to ensure physical and psychological well- being of the animals.
At best most organizations get one opportunity every 20, 30, or more years to build a new sheltering facility; therefore, it is imperative that the design be right. If you start with this information sheet you will be well on your way. Re-evaluating the basics: what do animals need in primary enclosures?
Which is a cornerstone of successful animal shelter design?
A cornerstone of successful shelter design is determining the right size and type of animal housing. To meet animal needs, reduce animal stress and allow staff to care for animals safely and efficiently, housing should be double-compartment.
Comfortable housing that meets animals’ behavioral needs for long term care, e.g. for animals caught up in a legal case or undergoing long term rehabilitation. In all these areas, segregation by species should be maintained. Uses of various segregation areas should be flexible to accommodate changes in housing needs over time.
