17 - Animal Sanctuary Capacity Part 2: Managing Capacity Limitations Responsibly

Executive Director Mckenzee Griffler and Nonprofit Specialist Julia Magnus continue discussing animal sanctuary capacity. We review some of the many elements that play a role in determinations around capacity and discuss ways to make it easier for your organization and team when capacity limitations dictate that you say "no," and discuss other ways your organization can help even when you must decline a rescue request. We also discuss the concept of the "moral remainder" and how you and your team can address challenging emotions when they arise. Please be forewarned that there will be discussions around animal rescue and some of the emotional and complex ethical decisions rescuers must make. --- This Episode's Referenced Open Sanctuary Project Resources: Determining Your Animal Sanctuary's Capacity For Responsible Care What Does "Philosophy Of Care" Mean At The Open Sanctuary Project? Understanding Mission And Vision Statements For Your Animal Organization The Challenges Of Responsible Animal Rescue  25 Questions To Help Guide Responsible Intake Decisions At Your Animal Sanctuary How To Create An Effective Rescue Policy For Your Animal Sanctuary Managing Cruelty, Seizure, And Escapee Cases At Your Sanctuary Or Rescue Building And Maintaining A Good Relationship Between Your Animal Sanctuary And Veterinarians Considering Alternative Living Arrangements In Response To A Health Concern Establishing Safe And Effective Quarantine And Isolation Protocols For Your Animal Sanctuary Recognizing And Managing Compassion Fatigue At Your Animal Sanctuary Recognizing And Preventing Burnout At Your Animal Sanctuary The Importance Of Regular Health Checks For Residents At Your Animal Sanctuary Saying Goodbye With Respect and Safety At Your Animal Sanctuary Estimating Species Lifetime Care Costs At Your Animal Sanctuary Creating An Effective Set Of Contingency Plans For Your Animal Sanctuary Cultivating Resilience At Your Animal Organization In The Face Of Inflation Understanding Your Animal Sanctuary's Zoning Rights & Restrictions Fostering Positive Relationships Between Animal Sanctuaries Microsanctuary Resource Center  Accuracy And Transparency: Two Critical Responsibilities Of Your Farmed Animal Sanctuary A Forever Home? Adoption Program Considerations For Animal Sanctuaries Microsanctuary Resource Center  --- You can learn more about our organization here! You can send us a question, comment, or topic idea here! Want more Open Sanctuary Content? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! Want to support our nonprofit's work? Donate here! Or, buy designs to support and spread our mission here!