Guidance on Screwworm for Shelters, Rescues & TNR Programs
New World Screwworm (NWS) is an emerging concern for animal shelters, rescue organizations, and community cat programs.
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Christiann Keith
From Shelter Veterinarian to CEO: How Shelter Medicine Builds Animal Welfare Leaders
Dr. Alyssa Comroe was named CEO of Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League and joins a growing group of shelter veterinarians stepping into top leadership roles.
Three Future Veterinarians Honored for Leadership and Excellence in Shelter Medicine
For three graduating students in the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine’s Class of 2026, Shelter Medicine is more than a career path.
Meet Our Class of 2026 Spring Graduate Students
Join us in congratulating our amazing students!
UF’s Online Shelter Medicine Programs Are Transforming Animal Welfare Leadership Around the World
From North Carolina to Australia, shelter professionals are finding new ways to lead, communicate, and save lives.
Strengthening Shelters, Together: The Maddie’s Million Pet Challenge Consulting Cooperative
Made possible by a generous grant from Maddie’s Fund, the Consulting Cooperative unites four organizations to provide shelters with guidance.
License to Save Lives: How a Florida License Plate Funds Spay/Neuter Across the State
The program is one of the most successful of its kind in the nation. In this year’s cycle, FAF distributed more than $756,000.
UF Shelter Medicine Intern Embarks on a Career of Purpose
One of the program’s most transformative experiences for Dr. DiRusso was seeing firsthand how interconnected animal welfare systems really are.
Fewer Spay/Neuters at Intake, Longer Stays in Shelters: What the Data Tells Us
It’s no secret that the sheltering landscape has shifted dramatically over the past few years.
Alumni Return to Where It All Began: Operation Catnip Hosts Historic TNR Reunion Clinic
A milestone celebration at UF's College of Veterinary Medicine as the program approaches its 100,000th surgery.
