…two trainees in each CoMET cohort. According to a 2020 report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, roughly 92% of veterinarians and veterinary technicians and 74% of animal shelter workers…
…veterinary care for their animals. Veterinarians have the second highest monthly debt-to-income ratio among graduate degree holders. According to an American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) survey in 2020, the average…
Q&A with Aiko Anderson, Adoption Intake Supervisor How long have you worked at the SF SPCA? I started in October 2020 as an Animal Care Associate before being promoted to…
…Shelter Policy and Legal Services (Shelter PALS) program for help. Advancing animal welfare in California Launched in 2020, Shelter PALS provides free legal services to shelters and rescues across California….
…educated and experienced RVTs to administer vaccines under the indirect (offsite) supervision of a licensed veterinarian. This legislation will allow RVTs to administer vaccine clinics, expanding access to vaccines at…
…the roles and duties of Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs)— licensed professionals who provide medical care for animals under the supervision of a veterinarian. “Because of the ongoing veterinary shortage in…
…vision of care that connects outreach, education, spay/neuter services, and ongoing veterinary support. “I’ve been continually moved by the devotion our attendees show their pets and the gratitude they have…
…goal, reaching this milestone allows us to evaluate the 5-10 per capita model in a real-world, rural setting. Visionary support is making it possible Donor support is the backbone of…
As we reflect on what we’re grateful for in 2025, the team at the San Francisco SPCA is grateful for you. Your compassion helped us take major steps toward Vision…
…the number of animals entering shelters. It’s all part of our vision of a future where every pet receives the care they need, no matter their family’s circumstances. Veterinary care…
…for possible medical issues. 7. Sensory decline Dogs experiencing hearing or vision loss may howl more often, especially if they become disoriented or anxious. These vocalizations can be a way…
…to perform “wellness” appointments (such as administering vaccines and parasite prevention) under veterinary supervision, but without a veterinarian being physically present. This change will expand access to preventative care by…
