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Trained shelter veterinarians have a broad knowledge base and skill set encompassing not just the care of the individual animal, but also the population as a whole.  Veterinarians are also trained leaders – they decide the care of patients, oversee their medical staff and operations, and advise on best policies for healthcare.  The veterinarian’s medical and leadership skills bring a unique and valuable perspective to the shelter management team. However, many shelter management teams are not aware of the full value of veterinarians outside of performing exams and spay/neuter surgery.  Likewise, many veterinarians do not understand the roles and responsibilities of shelter managers. Shelter managers and shelter veterinarians generally have the same high-level goals regarding animal health and welfare, but they too often view shelter policy and operations through conflicting lenses that can create an impasse in communication, expectations, and respect.

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