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05Dec’24

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Kitten-Level Data: Insights & Strategies for Improved Shelter Outcomes

Webinar Recap

In partnership with Hill’s Pet Nutrition, we hosted a webinar exploring the critical role of data in kitten care and shelter outcomes. Experts Dr. Julie Levy (University of Florida), Hannah Shaw (The Kitten Lady), and Kristen Hassen (Outcomes Consulting) shared actionable strategies for leveraging data to enhance kitten pathways, from intake to adoption.

Key Takeaways:

  • + Understanding Kitten Needs: Kittens under eight weeks require unique care, with developmental changes influencing their needs week-to-week. Proper age segmentation (neonates, transitional, and juveniles) can improve care strategies and outcomes.

+ Data’s Role in Kitten Care: Using APIs to collect detailed animal-level data, Shelter Animals Count can track kitten intakes, outcomes, and non-live statistics, which were reported in this webinar. This data helps shelters identify trends, target resources, and advocate for community support.

  • + Community Solutions: Diversion programs empower finders to care for kittens with medical and material support, turning compassionate community members into lifesaving partners. Foster networks and seasonal staffing help alleviate shelter strain during peak kitten season.
  • + Proactive Prevention: TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) programs targeting community cats are essential to reducing the flow of kittens into shelters. Effective spay and neuter initiatives, combined with community education and collaboration, address the root cause of kitten overpopulation.

Watch the Conversation:

Shelter Animals Count is proud to partner with Hill’s Pet Nutrition to empower animal welfare organizations with essential data knowledge and tools. Together, we’ve launched the Data Foundations Series, featuring educational webinars, blogs, and resources designed to help organizations strengthen data-driven practices and make a greater impact in their communities.