April 22, 2024
Avoid these Common Disinfection Mistakes
1) Not measuring accurately Always follow the instructions on the label when mixing and using a disinfectant. Make sure to measure accurately! People often use too little disinfectant, either because they measure it wrong or they want to save money by using less. But doing this can make the disinfectant
April 15, 2024
Build an effective C&D Program with these 5 Resources
When creating a C&D program, the Infection Prevention Leader should consider: What’s the best product for our needs? Which areas and surfaces require cleaning with or without disinfection? Who is responsible for each area? What checklists and SOPs will be needed? How do we determine if the C&D program is successful? The following resources
March 5, 2024
Five Ways to Reduce FAS in the ER
Learn how to reduce fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) in emergency settings by understanding animal emotions, employing strategic handling techniques, and creating a calming environment. This handout will offer practical tips and tricks to turn a stressful situation into a more calming one for your patients. 1 Understand
February 15, 2024
Rescue MythBusters: 5 Myths about Disinfectants
1) Myth: Neutral pH disinfectants are always safer False! A disinfectant’s pH level (a measure of acidity or alkalinity) is not the most reliable indicator of how safe it is. Cranberry sauce and pickles, with acidic pH values of 1-2 do not pose safety concerns, which is why so many
News outlets across the US are reporting an outbreak of a “mysterious” canine respiratory illness that have similarities to “kennel cough”, a term that covers various viral and bacterial infections that result in a honking cough in dogs. While dogs usually recover from kennel cough, some of the recent cases
August 23, 2023
Rescue Concentrate Dilution Chart
Use this dilution chart to find out how to properly dilute Rescue Concentrate so that it works optimally. Desired Dilution RatioAmount of Rescue Concentrate to add to 32 oz of Water (ex: Spray Bottle)Amount of Rescue Concentrate to add to 1 Gallon of Water (ex: Pail)Amount of Rescue Concentrate to
August 17, 2023
How to Create a Fear Free Boarding and Daycare Environment
Boarding and daycare environments are often fraught with potential stressors for dogs and cats. Pets are away from home, their family is gone, unfamiliar people and animals surround them, and their daily sleep/wake schedule is thrown off. But there are environmental modifications you can make that can help reduce stress
End-of-life is a challenging time for pets, clients and the veterinary team alike and the care you provide is essential. Infection prevention plays a crucial role to keep patients, clients and veterinary team members safe especially with the potential heightened risk of infection when caring for terminally ill patients. Cleaning
Around the shelter things can be stressful. Not only for you, but also the cats in your care. Let’s take a look at some common sources of anxiety and things you can do to help our feline friends feel Fear Free. Common Sources and Signs of Anxiety When cats sense
Fostering an animal can be a very rewarding and positive experience. As a foster, it is important to address the physical and emotional wellbeing of the animal to set them up for a successful transition to their next home and the rest of their life.In this webinar, Tabitha Kucera will
May 31, 2023
Disinfection Protocols for Foster Care
Thank you so much for fostering a shelter pet! Your work truly saves lives. Even the best shelters can be stressful for pets, which has been shown to inhibit the immune system, making it harder for pets to recover in a shelter environment. In order to keep illness from spreading in
April 21, 2023
3 Ways to Spring into Sustainable Disinfection
With Spring in full swing and Earth month wrapping up, now is the time for you and your facility to continue showing your support for the environment! Earth Day is celebrated by over 1 billion people worldwide, so let’s make sure your staff and non-human companions aren’t missing out! Here
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