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United Kingdom (UK)
Association of Dogs and Cats Home (ADCH) Minimum Welfare & Operational Standards
The ADCH, a leading force in raising animal welfare standards across the UK and Ireland, has published operating standards to safeguard animal welfare. These standards apply to all members and applicants for membership.
United States (USA)
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.
Assessment Tools
Shelter Quality – Welfare Assessment Protocol for Shelter Dogs
Developed by the Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale dell’Abruzzo e del Molise ‘G. Caporale’, with help from RSPCA International, IFAW, and other organizations, and funded by the Italian Ministry of Health, the protocol empowers shelter operators to assess their environment and welfare of dogs in their care