New England Federation of Humane Societies

New England Federation of Humane Societies

Helping animals by helping animal welfare organizations through education, information, and networking

The New England Federation of Humane Societies (NEFHS) is a dynamic and active organization that provides information and education to animal welfare workers in our region and beyond. Our Board of Directors and Advisory Council members represent a wide variety of animal welfare organizations across New England, from large shelters to small rescues, and everything in between. Each year in April, th

05/08/2024

Don't forget to register for our upcoming webinar, Rethinking Stray Cats, Plus Smalls & Exotics Lost and Found! It's on Wednesday, August 14th at 11am.

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_r-fl1EUlRsGovIlA8FTLXw #/registration

31/07/2024

Check out our latest blog post from NEFHS President, Caitie Tomlinson about our new strategic plan!

http://www.newenglandfed.org/pawsitive-change-the-new-england-federation-of-humane-societies-new-strategic-plan/

27/07/2024

Have you checked out our cute merch lately? Show your support for NEFHS! https://www.etsy.com/shop/nefhsonlinestore/

NEFHS 2025 Annual Training Conference Survey 24/07/2024

We need your help developing the 2025 Annual Training Conference curriculum. We're in the process of soliciting proposals from potential speakers. But, we want to hear directly from YOU, too! We have two questions for you--it'll take only a couple of minutes. Your reply by July 31st is appreciated!

NEFHS 2025 Annual Training Conference Survey Help give us some insight on what you would like to see at next year's conference!

11/07/2024

Curious about animal behavior? Recently, NEFHS Board Member and Red Rover Field Services and Community Programs Manager, Devon Krusko, had the opportunity to attend the Canine Science Symposium held in San Francisco, California. Check out our blog to find out what she learned!

https://www.newenglandfed.org/canine-and-feline-science/

18/03/2024

Our team is all set up at the New England Federation of Humane Societies Conference in Warwick, RI this week! Stop by the AnimalKeepers booth to speak with Territory Sales Manager John Scott about our insurance and risk management offerings.

Photos from Speaker Joe Shekarchi's post 18/03/2024

Thank you, Speaker Joe Shekarchi for joining us this morning!

18/03/2024

We’re excited to present at two conferences this week! Check out our session and stop by our booths at the New England Federation of Humane Societies Conference and the Virginia Federation of Humane Societies Conference.

Join us for our session called, “Tame the Chaos” where we’ll explore how animal welfare organizations & startups—despite their differences—share common challenges: big goals, limited resources, and ever-changing environments. Learn practical techniques to manage time and achieve your goals. Don’t miss out! 🌟

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Ferrets! Ferrets! Ferrets!. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. 07/11/2023

There is still time to register for our FERRETS! Webinar! Join us as we learn all about how to keep ferrets in our shelters healthy & happy! This is a 1 hour presentation by our friends at Association of Connecticut!

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Ferrets! Ferrets! Ferrets!. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Join us as L. Vanessa Gruden, Executive Director of the Ferret Association of Connecticut leads a one-hour session all about ferrets! This session will cover ferrets behavior, how to hold & handle them, care/housing tips and more! Bring your questions and plan for a fun session featuring the shelter...

Home | New England Federation of Humane Societies’ Leadership Summit 2023 28/08/2023

Join leaders to discuss the issues we are all facing and share ideas and insights! Registration is open for our Leadership Summit on September 22 in Norwood, MA! Join us!!

Home | New England Federation of Humane Societies’ Leadership Summit 2023 We are very excited to host our Leadership Summit for New England Animal Welfare Professionals.When: Friday, September 22, 2023 from 8:00am – 3:30pmWhere: Four Points by Sheraton Norwood What: This Leadership Summit is geared towards the top leaders of animal welfare organizations and it’s these...

03/08/2023

SPEAKERS WANTED for our 2024 Conference!
http://www.newenglandfed.org/speakers-wanted-for-2024-conference/

31/07/2023

It's National Mutt Day! SHOW US YOUR MUTTS! What are your best guesses on what breeds they are?!

29/07/2023

Tag your shelter vet staff!! 👇👇

16/07/2023

Who are you sharing your ice cream with today?!

29/06/2023

What does your shelter or rescue offer for rabbit enrichment? Share your ideas below! 👇🏾

26/06/2023

What does your shelter offer for feline enrichment? Let's hear your ideas below 👇👇

21/06/2023

HAPPY SUMMER!!!

18/06/2023

Happy Father's Day to all the pet dads out there!

16/06/2023

What's the most interesting animal you have in your shelter or rescue right now?! 👇🏽 Let's see them!

14/06/2023

Having a tough day? YOU GOT THIS! Just keep rolling with it. You can do it!

12/06/2023

Does your organization take in guinea pigs? How many do you currently have? What are your promotion ideas to help them find homes? 👇👇 Share below!

09/06/2023

Let's talk animals that are TOUGH to adopt out. We all have them. What are you doing to get them home? Share some ideas 👇👇

06/06/2023

Congratulations to Lindsay Hamrick, winner of the 2022-2023 Feddy Award! We appreciate you Lindsay!!!

05/06/2023

We're at it again! The New England Federation of Humane Societies Board and Advisors are hard at work the next two days to begin the planning process for the next year ahead! What do you want to see, learn, and do with us this year? 👇 comment below!

2023 NEFHS Engagement Survey 17/05/2023

Looking for training options for staff? Tell us what you need! We're planning programming for the next year and we want to know what will be most helpful for YOUR ORG! Shelter, rescue, leadership or front line- we want ALL your feedback.

2023 NEFHS Engagement Survey We want YOUR feedback on what to offer in the next year. We're here to support New England organizations and their staff with training and networking opportunities- what do you need?

15/04/2023

Don't forget to check out our brand new merch today!! It's going fast already! Can't find what color or size you are looking for? All of our gear can be found in our online store!

13/04/2023

Time is running out! Our annual conference is THIS WEEKEND! 3 days of learning, collaborating, networking and FUN! If you haven't already, sign up TODAY! 👉 https://sites.grenadine.co/sites/newenglandfed/en/nefhs2023

23/03/2023

Want to make a bigger difference in the world of animal welfare?! Join us! We are a group of hard working volunteers that strive to offer year round education and networking between animal welfare groups in the region. Learn more and apply to join us here 👉 https://www.newenglandfed.org/join-the-board-at-nefed/

02/03/2023

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What does your shelter or rescue offer for rabbit enrichment? Share your ideas below! 👇🏾
HAPPY SUMMER!!!
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