Neonatal kittens are the most vulnerable—and most euthanized—animals in shelters nationwide. This course empowers shelters and rescues of all sizes to build sustainable, high-impact neonatal programs grounded in the principles of Shelter Medicine/ High-Quality, High-Volume (HQHV) kitten care. Modeled after the success of National Kitten College, this four-session series offers a step-by-step guide to launching or strengthening your own Kitten College initiative. Participants will learn how to design foster-based systems, implement evidence-based protocols, train and support staff and fosters, and establish the partnerships and data infrastructure needed for long-term success.

Whether you're starting from scratch or scaling existing efforts, this course provides the tools to save more lives through innovation, collaboration, and compassion. Graduates may choose to establish their own nationally recognized Kitten College, join the National Kitten College network as a partner site, or adapt the strategies to meet the unique needs of their organization and community.

This course is eligible for 2.0 credit hours toward the AAVSB's (American Association of Veterinary State Boards) Registry of Approved Continuing Education (RACE) program.

(4) 75-minute Zoom classes over 4-weeks, estimated time commitment of 11 hours for coursework and classes

Instructor: Marnie Russ, Founder & Executive Director, National Kitten College

When?  Zoom classes will be held Mondays 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM PDT (6:00 PM - 7:15 PM EDT) on 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, and 9/29

Who should apply?  Shelter directors, program coordinators, veterinary staff, foster program managers