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Chew-Resistant Housing

By using durable, chew-resistant Kuranda beds in animal housing, animals are kept safe from ingesting harmful materials, because these materials prevent self-inflicted injury and exposure to toxins during confinement. This strategy prioritizes animal safety in shelter environments by proactively eliminating a common risk—destructive chewing of standard bedding. Unlike reactive medical treatments or behavioral interventions, this approach reduces harm before it occurs, supporting overall well-being and reducing veterinary costs.

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activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above. These are what the strategy looks like on the ground.

  • Aluminum Can Recycling Program HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL AZ INC
    direct service
    Operates a public drop-off program for aluminum can recycling, with proceeds benefiting homeless animals.
  • Animal Shelter Services HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL AZ INC
    direct service
    Operates an animal shelter providing services such as stray animal intake, adoptions, and temporary housing for 60-80 animals annually through its Humanitarian Hold program. This includes providing food, care, daily needs, and vaccinations for animals in the 30-day temporary housing program.
  • Animal Shelter Services HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL AZ INC
    direct service
    Operates an animal shelter providing services such as stray animal intake, adoptions, and temporary housing for 60-80 animals annually through its Humanitarian Hold program, including food, care, daily needs, and vaccinations.
  • Animal Shelter Services HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL AZ INC
    direct service
    Operates an animal shelter providing stray animal intake and adoptions during business hours, including facility cleaning and maintenance, and providing durable beds for dogs.
  • Community Engagement Events HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL AZ INC
    direct service
    Hosts a "Noley's Kids Club" event that includes adoptable dogs for story time.
  • Dog Licensing Program HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL AZ INC
    direct service
    Administers a dog licensing program for residents of the Town of Payson, offering online, mail, or in-person options at the shelter.
  • Dog Licensing Program HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL AZ INC
    direct service
    Administers a dog licensing program for residents of the Town of Payson, offering online, mail, or in-person options for obtaining or renewing licenses.
  • Humanitarian Hold Program HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL AZ INC
    direct service
    Provides temporary housing for 60-80 animals annually through its Humanitarian Hold program, offering food, care, daily needs, and vaccinations for animals in its 30-day program.
  • Kitten Care Guidance HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL AZ INC
    direct service
    Provides guidance for public intervention to care for abandoned kittens until weaning age.
  • Kitten Care Guidance HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL AZ INC
    direct service
    Provides guidance to the public on how to care for abandoned kittens until they reach weaning age.
  • Noley's Kids Club HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL AZ INC
    direct service
    Hosts a "Noley's Kids Club" event that includes adoptable dogs for story time.
  • Pet Food Pantry HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL AZ INC
    direct service
    Operates the Feeding Fido Pet Food Pantry program, distributing free pet food monthly to low-income pet owners in Gila County, Arizona, for up to four animals per household.
  • Resale Store Operations HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL AZ INC
    direct service
    Operates a 4,000+ square foot resale store and vintage boutique, selling gently-used clothing, housewares, electronics, home décor, books, furniture, and vintage collectibles, including sales on eBay, to support shelter operations. The store also arranges for shelter dogs to make regular visits.
  • Resale Store Operations HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL AZ INC
    direct service
    Operates a 4,000+ square foot resale store and vintage boutique, selling gently-used clothing, housewares, electronics, home décor, books, furniture, and vintage collectibles to support shelter operations. The store also arranges for shelter dogs to visit and offers donation pickup services.
  • Resale Store Operations HUMANE SOCIETY OF CENTRAL AZ INC
    direct service
    Operates a 4,000+ square foot resale store and vintage boutique, selling gently-used clothing, housewares, electronics, home décor, books, furniture, and vintage collectibles, including sales on eBay, to support shelter operations. The store also arranges for shelter dogs to visit regularly and offers donation pickup services.