Presented by PetSmart Charities of Canada, the Animal Sheltering award acknowledges the extraordinary efforts to address both the physical and psychological aspects of animal care for animals in shelters, pounds, retail outlets, kennels, veterinary clinics, grooming shops and other facilities where animals are housed. The Animal Sheltering award is a quintessential example of recognition in all four sectors of the companion animal industry.
Only one nominee met the vetting criteria for the 2011 ISUAS Animal Sheltering award. The City of Edmonton, Animal Care and Control Centre was selected for its construction of a new facility to safely house pets while providing excellence in health care and incorporating best practices in cleanliness and disease management.
Nominations for the International Summit of Urban Animal Strategies award nominations are accepted until 14 September 2012. Nominees must meet eligibility criteria.
- A description of programs, codes of conduct and / or best practices that improve levels of care, reduce stress and / or improve socialization of animals.
and at least one of the following:
- Corroborated statistics over a minimum of 12 months that show measurable achievement of improved performance to program goals.
- Collaboration with at least one other community stakeholder.
Support of Merit may include:
- Exemplary community and industry collaboration.
- Commitment to creating responsible pet communities.
- Peer recognition and awards.
- Media reports, published program summaries, publications, web content etc.
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