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What strategies can improve the adoption rates at animal rescue shelters?

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Animal rescue shelters play a vital role in the welfare of abandoned and stray animals, providing them with a temporary home and the chance for a new life. However, these shelters often face the challenge of finding adoptive families for their furry residents. To improve adoption rates, shelters can employ a variety of strategies that make the process more appealing and accessible to potential pet owners. Engaging the community, using technology effectively, and creating a positive environment for both animals and humans are key to increasing the number of successful adoptions.

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Vincent BOURREL

Co-fondateur de Animal&Cité, société spécialisée dans l'ingénierie de l'animal en ville.
Jessica Moore-Jones

Keeping veterinary professionals in the veterinary profession // Consultant in veterinary resilience, leadership, and…
Alasdair Hotston Moore

Clinical educator. Peripatetic soft tissue small animal surgeon. Clinical Editor VetSurgeon.org

1 Community Engagement

Community engagement is essential in raising awareness about the importance of animal adoption. Organizing events such as adoption fairs, open houses, and educational workshops can draw in people who might not have considered adoption before. Partnering with local businesses for sponsorship or joint events can also broaden your reach. Remember, the more people are aware of the need for adoptive homes and the joys of pet adoption, the higher the likelihood that they will choose to adopt from a shelter.

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Vincent BOURREL

Co-fondateur de Animal&Cité, société spécialisée dans l'ingénierie de l'animal en ville.
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Concernant ces axe d'engagement communautaire, il faut veille Intégrer les professionnels de l'animal tels que les éducateurs et comportementalistes canins et félins dans le processus d'adoption. Par leurs expertises et accompagnement en amont de l'adoption, ces professionnels peuvent considérablement améliorer le taux d'adoption dans les refuges, non seulement en préparant les adoptants mais aussi en assurant un soutien continu, réduisant ainsi les retours d'animaux et favorisant des adoptions réussies et durables. Cette approche collaborative crée un environnement propice à l'épanouissement des animaux et au bonheur des familles adoptantes.

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Jessica Moore-Jones

Keeping veterinary professionals in the veterinary profession // Consultant in veterinary resilience, leadership, and professional success
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It's important that we put more emphasis on the people skills of our teams. Helping them understand how the human mind work, what factors influence a decision to adopt vs purchase from a breeder, and how we can adapt our language and approach to facilitate the way the human mind DOES work rather than how we wish it did.

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Nola Johnson

Equine and Canine News - #1 Equine and Canine Publication in Southern California
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In my experience, having events for adoptions outside of the shelters are the most successful. Usually at parks or other public locations. Have pets chipped, shots, neutered and ready for adoption. I agree with Vincent...education for adoptees about the breed they are adopting and whatever other information they need to be a successful adoptee.

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Dr. Frank Akawi, BS, DVM, MS, MBA, PhD, CVA, CCRP

Veterinary practice consultant with emphasis on veterinary Telehealth. Vetster Platform partner
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Holding Special Events to Stay in Touch With the Community! In addition to performing community services and improving the looks of the facilities & the services they provide!

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2 Online Presence

In today's digital age, a strong online presence is crucial for animal shelters. A user-friendly website with detailed profiles of each animal, including photos and videos, can entice potential adopters. Social media platforms are powerful tools for storytelling and can showcase the individual personalities of pets, creating emotional connections even before a physical meeting. Regular updates and engaging content can keep your audience invested and more likely to consider adoption.

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3 Adoption Process

The adoption process itself can be a barrier if it's perceived as cumbersome or overly strict. Simplifying paperwork, offering guidance on pet care, and providing post-adoption support can alleviate concerns for adopters. Transparent communication about the requirements and what to expect can also help build trust with potential pet parents, making them feel more confident about their decision to adopt.

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Alasdair Hotston Moore

Clinical educator. Peripatetic soft tissue small animal surgeon. Clinical Editor VetSurgeon.org
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Overly onerous conditions for the adoptees life style can present unnecessary barriers. Requirements for 2m fencing even of large rural gardens are unrealistic. As are insistence that full time work is an absolute barrier to adoption, even if the dog can got to the office or doggy day care can be used when necessary. Complete ban on homes with children and son on. I’ve heard of all of these. Shelters must vet new owners but this requires some flexibility and common sense. This is one reason why rescue dogs are trafficked across continents whilst local dogs remain in kennels

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4 Volunteer Programs

Volunteers are the backbone of any rescue shelter, and a robust volunteer program can significantly impact adoption rates. Well-trained volunteers can provide better care for the animals, improving their socialization and behavior, which makes them more attractive to adopters. Additionally, volunteers can act as advocates for the animals, sharing their experiences and encouraging their own networks to consider adoption.

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5 Shelter Environment

The physical environment of the shelter can influence an individual's decision to adopt. A clean, well-maintained, and welcoming space can make a positive impression on visitors. Creating areas where potential adopters can interact with animals in a relaxed setting allows for bonding and can be a decisive factor in the adoption process. Remember, comfort is key for both animals and humans.

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6 Post-Adoption Support

Providing support after an animal is adopted can reinforce the decision to adopt and encourage adopters to become repeat adopters or advocates for the shelter. Offering resources such as training classes, behavioral counseling, and health advice can help ease the transition for the animal and the adopter. A supportive community can create a network of passionate individuals who spread the word about the benefits of adopting from a shelter.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Fred E. Kunkle

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Might it help when re-homing pets to provide for all spay/neutering costs associated with adoptions from animal friend's donations, or others?

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Jessica Moore-Jones

Keeping veterinary professionals in the veterinary profession // Consultant in veterinary resilience, leadership, and professional success
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I think we regularly overlook the people who are doing the adoptions. Creating a positive, proactive, problem-solving culture is the foundation of success of any of our animal outcomes. Without a focus on the culture of our teams, the empowerment and resilience of our professionals, we'll always be relying on black and white processes to manage infinite shades of grey scenarios.

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