between stress and physical and mental health is necessary for animal caretakers in shelters to ensure animals’ best health and welfare. Recognizing that an animal’s emotional health is equally as important as their physical health is the first critical step toward maintaining emotional and physical health in the shelter environment. Only by safeguarding both physical and emotional health can we improve overall quality of life for animals in our care, facilitate their placement in homes, and help prevent their return to the shelter.
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