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The Open Sanctuary Podcast: Defining Sanctuary Capacity And Sustainability

Our staff discusses the variables of capacity in sanctuaries

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How To Conduct A Rabbit Health Check

Everything you wanted to know (and some stuff you probably didn't) about rabbitUnless explicitly mentioned, we are referring to domesticated rabbit breeds, not wild rabbits, who may have unique needs not covered by this resource. health checks!

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Daily Observation For Rabbit Health And Well-Being

Can you differentiate between normal and potentially concerning when observing rabbit residents?

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An Introduction to Fostering Agency in Farmed Animals at Your Animal Sanctuary

This is an introductory guide for animal sanctuary staff and volunteers who are interested in learning about agency in farmed animalsA species or specific breed of animal that is raised by humans for the use of their bodies or what comes from their bodies..

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How Animals Learn Infographic

If you are looking for an easy way to share information about how animals learn, check out this infographic!

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Spaying And Neutering Pigs: A Health Imperative

Spaying and neutering is a crucial tool in pig healthcare to help them live long, healthy lives.

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The Open Sanctuary Podcast: Mitigating The Risk Of Zoonotic Disease Transmission For Sanctuary Personnel

Our staff talks about preventing zoonotic diseaseAny disease or illness that can be spread between nonhuman animals and humans. at sanctuaries

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Behavior 101 For Animal Sanctuaries

This resource is intended to be valuable for anyone caring for residents who wishes to better understand their behavioral motivations, wants, and needs while keeping everyone safe and content.

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Celebrating Seven Years Strong At The Open Sanctuary Project!

Donate and vote in our Seven Years Strong Fundraising Campaign!

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The Open Sanctuary Project’s AI Tool Usage Policy

How does OSP use AI?

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Creating an Effective Education Strategic Plan for Your Animal Sanctuary Infographic

This handy infographic provides seven steps to creating an effective education strategic plan for your animal sanctuary.

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Additional Care Recommendations For Older Pigs

A few tips to keep older pigs happy and thriving at your animal sanctuary!

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Science For Sanctuaries: Visual Barriers

How does the presence of visual barriers and hiding places affect residents? How can it help improve their care?

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Possible Grant Opportunities For Your Animal Organization

Interested in learning about grant possibilities for your animal organization? Check out our list of possible donors!

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Four Tips for Communicating with Youth about Animal Exploitation Infographic

This handy infographic provides four tips for communicating with youth about animal exploitationExploitation is characterized by the abuse of a position of physical, psychological, emotional, social, or economic vulnerability to obtain agreement from someone (e.g., humans and nonhuman animals) or something (e.g, land and water) that is unable to reasonably refuse an offer or demand. It is also characterized by excessive self gain at the expense of something or someone else’s labor, well-being, and/or existence..

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Additional Care Recommendations For Older Cows

A few tips to keep older cowsWhile  "cows" can be defined to refer exclusively to female cattle, at The Open Sanctuary Project we refer to domesticated cattle of all ages and sexes as "cows." happy and thriving at your animal sanctuary!

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What is Humane Education? An Overview for Sanctuary Educators Infographic

This handy infographic provides a basic overview of humane education.

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An Introduction To The Care Of Fishes For Your Animal Sanctuary

To learn all about the compassionate care of fishesWhile "fish" is often used to refer to multiple fishes, we use "fishes" to underscore that each fish should be considered as an individual with their own needs, preferences, and abilities, rather than as a monolith consisting of thousands of different species. from a sanctuary lens, check out this introductory resource!

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Winter Staff Safety Infographic

6 quick tips to ensure your sanctuary staff's safety during winter conditions!

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Understanding Veterinary Diagnostics: Imaging

An overview of the most commonly used imaging techniques.

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Caring For Older Goat Residents Infographic

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Caring For Older Cows Inforgraphic

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The Open Sanctuary Podcast: Introduction To Fundraising For Animal Organizations

Our staff talks about challenges in fundraising for animal organizations.

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The Open Sanctuary Podcast: Rooster Stigma Part 2: Sharing A New Framework For Understanding Roosters

Our staff discusses how we can help dismantle rooster stigma.

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Caring For Older Sheep Residents Infographic

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Goat Resident Safety Part 2: Hay Feeder Safety

A look at common safety hazards associated with hay feeders and how to avoid them.

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Goat Resident Safety Part 1: General Safety Considerations

An overview of some of the unique safety challenges that can arise with goats.

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Créer un bon habitat pour les vaches

A volunteer translation of Creating A Good Home For Cows into French!

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Daily Observation For Cow Resident Health And Well-Being

Can you differentiate between normal and concerning when observing cowWhile  "cow" can be defined to refer exclusively to female cattle, at The Open Sanctuary Project we refer to domesticated cattle of all ages and sexes as "cows." residents?

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The Open Sanctuary Podcast: Rooster Stigma Part 1: Dismantling Rooster Stigma in Your Caregiving and Education Practices

Our staff discusses rooster stigma and myths.

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The Open Sanctuary Podcast: Zoonotic Disease Transmission and Onsite Sanctuary Education

Our staff talks about how sanctuary educators can manage zoonosisAny disease or illness that can be spread between nonhuman animals and humans. risks.

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How to Conduct A Cow Health Check

Everything you wanted to know (and some stuff you probably didn't) about cow health checks!

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Creating A Good Home For Cows

Indoor and outdoor living spaceThe indoor or outdoor area where an animal resident lives, eats, and rests. recommendations for cows.

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Cow Living Space Cleaning And Maintenance

A brief overview of cleaning and maintenance for cow living spaces!

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5 More Easy And Inexpensive Enrichment Tips Infographic

Looking for easy ways to enrich the lives of residents under your care?

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Laminitis In Horses: An Introduction

This resource will cover the general signs, stages, and causes of laminitis in horses, as well as diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

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Electrical Safety Basics For Farmed Animal Sanctuaries

An overview of electrical safety!

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How To Conduct A Cavy (Guinea Pig) Health Check

Everything you wanted to know (and some stuff you probably didn't) about cavy (guinea pig) health checks!

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Daily Observation For Cavy (Guinea Pig) Health And Well-Being

Do you know how to differentiate between normal and concerning when observing cavy residents?

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The Open Sanctuary Podcast: Caring For Chickens Indoors Part 2: Practical Considerations

Our staff talks the practical concerns of caring for indoor chickens

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The Open Sanctuary Podcast: Caring For Chickens Indoors Part 1: Why Indoor Chickens?

Our stuff discusses why compassionate folks should consider providing an indoor home for chicken residents

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The Open Sanctuary Podcast: How Your Animal Sanctuary Or Rescue Can Collaborate With Animal Shelters

Our staff discusses how sanctuaries and rescues can work with shelters

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The Open Sanctuary Podcast: Mission & Vision Statements For Your Animal Organization

Our staff discusses missionThe stated goals and activities of an organization. An animal sanctuary’s mission is commonly focused on objectives such as animal rescue and public advocacy. & vision statement purpose, creation, and refinements

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The Open Sanctuary Podcast: Predator Proofing For Avian Residents At Your Animal Sanctuary

Our staff discusses the basics of keeping avian residents safe from predators

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The Open Sanctuary Podcast: Sanctuary In-Person Education Options, Part 1

Our staff discusses some ways that sanctuaries can offer education onsite

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The Open Sanctuary Podcast: Communicating With Youth About Animal Exploitation

Our staff talks strategies for talking with youth about animal exploitation

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The Open Sanctuary Podcast: Starting A Nonprofit Animal Sanctuary Or Rescue

Our staff discusses the variables of starting a nonprofitA non-governmental organization whose primary purpose is something other than selling goods or services. sanctuary or rescue

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The Open Sanctuary Podcast: Building And Maintaining A Good Relationship With Your Veterinarian

Our staff discusses how to keep vet relationships positive and productive