Ep. 66 - Sheltering Change: Examining Pet Adoption Data with Dr. Karen Shenoy and Stephanie Filer

On this episode, we explore key insights from the Hill’s State of Shelter Pet Adoption Report with Dr. Karen Shenoy, Chief Veterinary Officer for Hill’s, and Stephanie Filer, Executive Director of Shelter Animals Count. They provide a comprehensive overview of the report’s findings, highlighting the main factors contributing to pet relinquishment and revealing surprising consumer beliefs and behaviors that impact pet adoption.

Karen and Stephanie discuss actionable strategies that animal shelters and advocates can adopt to improve adoption rates, emphasizing the importance of understanding consumer perspectives. They also share how Hill’s partnership with the Street Dog Coalition has influenced their approach to tackling the challenges surrounding pet adoption and relinquishment.

Tune in for an enlightening conversation that sheds light on the current state of animal welfare, the critical role of data in shaping effective strategies, and how we can all contribute to making a positive difference for pets and their guardians in need.

To read the 2024 Hill's Pet Nutrition State of Shelter Pet Adoption Report, visit https://www.hillspet.com/content/dam/....

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