For Rescues
For Rescues
Rescue organizations do critically important work statewide and are valuable partners to our California shelters. This page was created to ensure our rescue partners have access to important information.
Increase Adoptions:
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Adopters Welcome manual | HumanePro by The Humane Society of the United States
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Common Barriers to Adoption (mspca.org)
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Training Webinar: Open Adoptions and Adoption Counseling Essentials
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Laws and Recent Legislation:
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Spay/Neuter Requirements (Dogs)
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Spay/Neuter Requirements (Cats)
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Microchipping requirements (Dogs)
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Microchipping requirements (Cats)
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California Animal Laws Handbook, 2024 - California Animal Welfare Association
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See Pending Legislation here:
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Legal Services for Animal Welfare Organizations:
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Helpful Webinars on State Laws
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Rescue Organization Essentials: California Laws, Resources, and More!
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Finder to Foster to Adoption: Keeping Found Animals in the Community
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Intake and Holding Periods: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know
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What's Happening in Our Industry?:
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Shelters and Rescues at Risk | calanimals
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Statewide Veterinary Shortage | calanimals
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Information on California Animal Welfare Laws:
Helpful Trainings:
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Communicate on Your Own Terms: A Training for Animal Shelter and Rescue Leaders – April 11, 2024
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Mitigating Risk in Animal Shelters and Rescues - June 5, 2024
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Understanding Aggressive Behavior in Dogs - July 18, 2024
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Free CalAnimals Upcoming and Recorded Webinars
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CalAnimals - Education & Training
Adopter Support
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