East Bay SPCA

Telemedicine is Here! We're proud to announce that our veterinary clinic has expanded services to include virtual appointments! In 2024, California approved establishing a veterinarian-client-patient relationship via a video/audio conference (zoom, teams, etc.). This means that a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine can now diagnose, order diagnostics, and prescribe without the animal having to physically come in to see the doctor. Telemedicine appointments are time-efficient, affordable, and easier on our pets' nerves than in-person visits. With this addition to our services we hope to make care accessible to even more individuals, and not just in the East Bay. We're now able to offer fear-free consultations, flea and tick prevention, medication check-ins, and more to any pet owner residing in California. Book an appointment today: https://lnkd.in/gY94sghZ

June 15 in Oakland: Dr. Sophie Liu leads From Chaotic to Calm, a half-day seminar and training workshop on improving leash reactivity. You'll have a chance to learn what science tells us about reactive behaviors in dogs, and watch in real-time as dogs go through the basics of how to begin to manage these behaviors. The intersection of behavior and veterinary studies is so important, but few individuals hold credentials in both fields. Because of this, hiring their services can be prohibitively expensive. This is why we are thrilled to host Dr. Liu for this groundbreaking, affordable community seminar! From Chaotic to Calm: Improving Leash Reactivity 8323 Baldwin St., Oakland June 15, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. General admission is humans-only. Register here: https://bit.ly/3ylXMF8

We're hiring! We have multiple positions open at our Oakland campus, ranging from marketing to animal care and veterinary roles! Check out all our positions on Indeed: https://lnkd.in/gtRQAz_N

Vote for us! 📣 We're nominated in multiple categories in Oakland Magazine's 2024 Best of Oakland vote! You can find us under Animal Shelters, Dog Training Services, Veterinary Services, and Kids Summer and Winter Camps - cast your ballot at https://lnkd.in/g7qh_Jwy We appreciate your support!

Shaping a Compassionate and Prepared Community 🌟 🐾 We're thrilled to share that our VP of Operations, Karalyn Aranow, and our esteemed Shelter Vet, Dr. Katherine Swanson, recently presented at the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) event in Union City, California! The event, titled "Union City & Newark CERT: Animal Sheltering During Emergencies," provided a fantastic platform for sharing invaluable insights into providing care and shelter for animals during challenging times. They delved into various aspects of animal emergency response, including proper handling techniques, basic animal first aid, and creating safe environments for animals in crisis situations. We're incredibly proud of Karalyn and Dr. Swanson for their dedication to animal welfare and their commitment to sharing their expertise with the community. Their participation underscores East Bay SPCA's ongoing efforts to educate and empower individuals to support animals in need during emergencies. A special thank you to the Union City CERT team for organizing this meaningful event and for their dedication to emergency preparedness and community resilience. Together, we're building a more compassionate and prepared community for both humans and animals alike! Learn More at eastbayspca.org. #AnimalWelfare #EmergencyResponse #CommunityEngagement #EastBaySPCA

East Bay SPCA's very own Karalyn Aronow, CAWA, took the stage at the annual conference held by The Association for Animal Welfare Advancement (AAWA) in November 2023. Her workshop, titled "Behavior Evaluation: Providing Progressive Pathways for People and Pups," was a highlight of the Industry Innovations Track. Watch Now 👉️ https://lnkd.in/grRZhwNd Karalyn's talk delved into the proactive measures taken by East Bay SPCA to address the challenge of large, high-arousal dogs in shelters. By restructuring our behavior evaluation process and implementing a comprehensive staff and volunteer training program, we witnessed remarkable improvements. These initiatives have led to expanded staff engagement and career opportunities, enhanced volunteer retention, and increased adoptability of dogs in their care. Karalyn Aronow is no stranger to leadership in the animal welfare sector. As the Vice President of Operations at East Bay SPCA and a Certified Animal Welfare Administrator, she brings over a decade of experience to the table. Karalyn's dedication to the field is evident through her involvement in various industry initiatives, including serving on committees and contributing to the development of guidelines for shelter dog enrichment. Her impact ensures that East Bay SPCA remains at the forefront of positive change in the industry. Mark your calendars for the upcoming 2024 AAWA Conference in New Orleans this November, where industry leaders like Karalyn will continue to share insights and strategies for advancing animal welfare. Stay tuned as Karalyn and East Bay SPCA continue to pave the way for enriching the human-animal bond. #AnimalWelfare #IndustryInnovations #EastBaySPCA #AAWAConference #ProgressivePathways

It's 2024, and we're celebrating our 150th anniversary! We're excited to share that we've received a $200,000 transformative multi-year grant from @petsmartcharities as part of their "Accelerator" program, aimed at improving access to veterinary care in communities. ⁠ “With deep appreciation for the PetSmart Charities grant, East Bay SPCA is embarking on a transformative journey. This endeavor extends beyond the scope of providing veterinary care," explains Allison Lindquist, President/CEO at East Bay SPCA. “This initiative is a commitment to building a healthier and more connected community. The grant will allow us to expand our services so more pet owners in our region can access affordable and high-quality veterinary care. We believe that by making veterinary care more accessible to more residents, we are contributing to the overall well-being of our community and fostering a deep bond between pets and their owners.”⁠ ⁠ Fifty million pets in the U.S. currently experience a lack of access to even basic veterinary care. Rising costs and various obstacles have resulted in these pets struggling to obtain services such as spay/neuter procedures, vaccinations, and critical medical and preventative care. With pets now residing in approximately 70% of households, this issue affects families across nearly every community.⁠ ⁠ Thank you PetSmart Charities for your partnership in making pet care accessible to more community members! Learn More >> eastbayspca.org/about/news #MoreThanaShelter⁠

We are so happy that our 3-month-old shepherd mix Artemis is doing great after surviving Parvovirus. We are proud to be one of the first shelters in the country offering the only known U.S. treatment for the deadly disease. Thank you to Dr. Josie Noah and our incredible Shelter Medicine team for providing innovative and cutting-edge medical treatment. All animals, including those in a shelter, deserve access to the highest level of medical care. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/dbjb6zAP

Thank you, Roo, for highlighting the incredible work of our shelter medicine team and veterinary clinic. We are proud to be among other shelters offering the highest level of care for pets and their people. "We do everything we can to keep people and their pets together: meeting them where they are and making creative treatment plans that are realistic for families to follow. We also provide heavily discounted treatment to reduce euthanasia due to financial constraints faced by community members."

We're looking for an Individual Giving Officer to join our Philanthropy Team. Join our team at an exciting time, as we head into our 150th anniversary!