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Cate Mansfield
Executive Director
The Humane Society of the United States
Animal Care Expo
May 9, 2013
To end the euthanasia of healthy and
treatable cats and dogs
"No other disease or condition of
companion animals takes as many lives
as euthanasia. In fact, no other disease
comes close."
-Janet M. Scarlett, DVM, MPH, Ph.D
Opened January 2005
Located in Harrisonburg, VA Population: 125,000
Over 110,000 surgeries to date
High Quality, High Volume Spay Neuter (HQHVSN)- protocols to maintain standards
of care Proactive not reactive Makes a distinctive impact Effectively delivers on mission
Physical space to accommodate entire feral cat colonies and large dogs
Flexibility with admission and discharge time
Patients are able to return for exams as needed
Lower cost per surgery than some other models
Over 110,000 surgeries performed SVSNC Rate: .05% Average in Private Practice: 1.2% Pollari FL, et al. Postoperative complications of elective surgeries in dogs and cats determined by examining electronic and medical records. JAVMA 1996; 208: 1882-1886
Feral and outdoor cats
Organizations that do not
neuter before release
Guardians that do not
spay/neuter
Stray
Giveaway
Breeder
Shelter
GiftPet Store
Pit Fix
Aidan’s Friends Fund
Feline Fund
Spay It Forward
TNR trap loan program
Decreasing or eliminating barriers
• Perception of affordable clinics • Income restrictions • Vaccination or testing requirements • Accessibility and transportation
Educating the public
• When to spay/neuter: “Fix at 4” • The definition of euthanasia • Rate of euthanasia at local shelters
Over 50% of pets are from
accidental litters
Targeting young, female
dogs and cats is key
Best Friends Animal Sanctuary Fix at 4 Campaign Ad
Collaborative project
Tool for better understanding shelter intake
Identify and target “at risk” cats and dogs
Assist with better decision making
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Public admission 7:30 - 8 am
Transport arrives 8:30 - 9:30 am
Public discharge 3 -4 pm
Transport discharged following morning
Admission is open to everyone regardless of income or place of residency
All animals receive pain medicine and general anesthesia
Re-examinations are offered at no charge
All trapped cats receive a left ear tip
Juvenile spay/neuter
• 2 lbs., 8 weeks for shelter animals
• 2 lbs., 14 weeks for animals that have a guardian
No upper age limit
• Pre-operative blood testing and comprehensive exam is recommended for animals over 8 years of age
Flexibility with aggressive and special needs dogs
Extends geographic reach of clinic to 120 miles
Help raise awareness
Reach target population
Monthly invoicing for established clients
Scheduling appointments
Market research
Evaluate cost vs. need
Staff
Equipment
Vehicles
Personnel
Communication
Customer service
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