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Letter from the President: Join 700 of Your Closest Friends This October
Jim Tedford can’t wait to welcome you to his home state of Tennessee for this year’s Annual Conference. He’s got even more reasons why you should attend Registration for The...
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Word on the Street with Alisa Gray: Compassion Is Still a Powerful Force
Reflecting on her 18-year-career, Kentucky Humane Society’s President & CEO shares what still gives her the most hope I think, as a field, we’re evolving to be even be more...
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Tip of the Week: New World Screwworm Map
Animal Policy Group’s interactive resource provides an easy way to track state-level responses and policy developments related to the evolving New World Screwworm threat Wish there were an easy way...
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Return to Home Is A Leadership Strategy
It almost happened to me, and in that moment I understood fully that when you lose your pet, you want reunification fast. And that when we elevate Return to Home...
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Tip of the Week: Finding Time
Even though your schedule may be jam-packed, there are often ways to make time for what’s most important. In a past webinar for The Association, Dr. Michael Blackwell, Director of...
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Tip of the Week: Found Kitten Infographic
Got ten minutes and a Canva account? Customize this graphic to remind your community about what to do if they find a litter of kittens We’re deep into Kitten Season,...
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Member Spotlight: Get to Know Mike Clupper
After a 29-year career, this former police officer moved to Alaska to retire. Instead, he’s now leading a progressive shelter that’s changed the community’s idea of what animal control is...
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Jobs of the Month—July 2026
Are you looking to spread your professional wings, or know someone who’s ready to fly this summer? Following is a sampling of the latest opportunities from The Association’s Career Center. Mobile Spay/Neuter...
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Tip of the Week: Take Summer Vacation
Got PTO? Here are five science-based reasons to use it now . It’s no secret that the animal welfare profession has had a work-life balance problem. While we now understand...
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Special Invitation from the President: All Hands on Deck on July 29
Members of The Association, come join Jim for the annual Leadership Summit. Together we’ll work on solutions that will direct the field’s next steps on pet-inclusive housing Dear Friends and...
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3 Things To Know About Shelters, Adopters & Pet Insurance
More and more shelters are partnering with pet insurance companies to ensure their communities have access to veterinary care—and that their adopters have peace of mind In 2021, Doctor Jim...
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Tip of the Week: Managing Your Screen Time
Take a two-minute break to watch a video tip that could help improve your focus, memory and overall happiness.. Digital technology has shortened sustained attention spans, say some experts, to...
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