Why People Interested in Pets Leave the Shelter Empty Handed

We know how much heart and effort you put into helping animals find loving homes. But it can be frustrating when potential adopters walk into your shelter, show interest in the animals—and then leave without adopting. Why does that happen? And more importantly, what can you do about it?
In this guide, we’ll look at the common reasons people leave shelters empty-handed and explore practical, real-world strategies to turn more visitors into forever families.

Topics Include:

• • Common barriers to pet adoption in shelters

  • How shelters can compete with breeders

  • Simple ways to improve the visitor experience

Course Details:

• • The course is self-guided and takes approximately 2 hours.
  • Must score at least 16 correct questions out of 20 (80%).
  • Must complete the exam in 30 minutes.