Seattle’s Pet Sheltering Plan provides a strong framework for caring for animals during disasters, but several areas, like updated pet population estimates, digital tools, and partner coordination, could be strengthened. Our analysis highlights what’s working well and where improvements can help Seattle stay prepared.

Seattle Animal Watch just launched our new Data Dashboard, using city open data and public disclosure records to bring transparency to animal services. This is the first step in understanding Seattle’s true animal welfare needs and building a citywide, data-driven plan for meaningful change. Explore the dashboard at seattleanimalwatch.org/data.

Discover why Seattle lacks an advisory committee for animal services. Explore the vital role an advisory committee could play in addressing animal welfare.

Join a volunteer's journey at The BIG FIX, the largest free spay/neuter event in WA. Discover how volunteers make a difference in animal advocacy.

Explore free and low-cost animal welfare training with Best Friends, Maddie's Fund, ASPCA, HumanePro, and more.