List of Shelter Operating Standards
From the Dog Welfare Library: A global list of shelter operating standards and assessment tools for organizations to use as reference.
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Publications
Essential Reading for Dog Welfare Advocates: Explore a comprehensive collection of publications that offer essential information and tools for saving dogs and promoting their well-being.
Managing Dogs In First Nations
The Managing Dogs in First Nations guide was designed to help individuals develop and implement effective dog population management programs within indigenous communities.
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Field Manual of Veterinary Standards: Dog and Cat Surgical Sterilization
IFAW’s Field Manual of Veterinary Standards outlines best practices for sterilizing cats and dogs, emphasizing animal welfare through stress reduction and humane treatment, even in challenging field conditions.
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The Association of Shelter Veterinarians’ (ASV) Guidelines for Standards of Care in Animal Shelters, Second Edition
The Association of Shelter Veterinarians’ (ASV) Guidelines for Standards of Care in Animal Shelters provide a comprehensive framework for ensuring the well-being of companion animals in shelters, addressing issues such as overcrowding, stress, disease prevention, and medical care.
CFSG Guidance on Dog Conformation
The CFSG Guidance on Dog Conformation provides practical advice on dog breeding and acquisition, emphasizing the importance of considering a dog’s physical characteristics to minimize the risk of hereditary health problems.
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Professional Dog Walkers’ Guidelines
The CFSG, in collaboration with leading animal welfare organizations, developed guidelines for professional dog walkers to ensure the well-being of dogs and responsible pet care practices.
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Report on the OIE’s International Standard on Stray Dog Population Control
World Animal Net’s report called out the fact that WOAH’s 2009 guidelines for stray dog population control remain largely unimplemented, highlighting a critical gap in global animal welfare.
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Report of the Canadian National Canine Importation Working Group
The Canadian National Canine Importation Working Group, a collaborative group of government agencies, veterinary organizations, and academic experts, published a report in 2016 outlining the health risks associated with canine importation and proposing solutions.
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Dog Care and Control Program by Canadian Animal Task Force (CATF)
Targeting indigenous communities, CATF’s Dog Care and Control Program publication highlights why dog population management is critical and offers a high-level introduction to the support provided by the task force.
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Terrestrial Animal Health Code, Chapter 7.7
Chapter 7.7 of WOAH’s Terrestrial Animal Health Code is a comprehensive framework that can serve as a reference for almost all dog population management programs.
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