What types of organizations do you work with?

• That depends on what you are looking for, but we work with government agencies, animal shelters, rescue groups, and sanctuaries of all sizes—whether you’re just starting out, growing rapidly, or facing challenges in operations, staffing, or emergency planning.

 

What service do you provide?

• Our consulting includes animal care protocol reviews, staff training and support, facility operations assessments, emergency preparedness planning, development of sustainable organizational systems and more. See our services list for more specifics. Click here to learn more about our services.

 

How does Consulting For Animals assess our current needs?

• We begin with a consultation to understand your organization's current structure, challenges, and goals. From there, we create a tailored action plan. Click here to see how it works.

 

Do you offer in-person or remote consulting?

• Both. We provide virtual support for flexibility and cost-effectiveness, and we may also offer on-site visits for deeper assessments and hands-on training when needed.

 

How much do your services cost?

• Pricing varies based on the scope and duration of the project. To provide a custom quote to meet your unique needs, we start with a virtual or phone consultation at no charge. Please see How it Works section for more information Click here to see how it works.

 

Do you offer staff training or workshops?

• Yes! We offer training on a variety topics for both daily operations and emergencies. These can be customized for your team’s needs. Click here to contact us for more information.

 

How long does a typical engagement last?

• It depends on the scope. Some projects can take day or weeks; others may involve ongoing support over several months. We’re flexible based on what will make the most impact for your team.

 

Do you help with emergency planning?

• Absolutely! We specialize in helping organizations build or improve emergency preparedness, response and recovery plans to protect both animals and those who care for them.

 

Can you help us improve our volunteer program?

• Yes. We can help assess or enhance your volunteer engagement and onboarding processes to ensure consistency, safety, and retention.

 

What makes your approach different?

• We take a holistic approach—centering both animal welfare and human well-being. With years of hands-on experience in shelters, sanctuaries, and emergency response, we understand the real-world challenges teams face. Our goal is to create practical, sustainable systems that truly work for the animals in your care and the people showing up for them every day.