Should you use punishment or positive reinforcement? Animal shelter best practices point toward positive reinforcement. Learn why shelters never use punishment.

If you’ve worked or volunteered in an animal shelter, you’ve probably come across slip leads and dog harnesses in the day-to-day hustle and bustle. Though both a slip lead and a dog harness perform the same basic function, they are not necessarily created equal. Let’s talk about the difference between a slip lead and a dog harness, evaluate the pros and cons of both tools, and decide when to use each one.

Learn how to use enrichment to improve the health, safety, and happiness of shelter cats.