The animal welfare industry’s approach to data has come a long way in the last few years. As a result, we understand more than ever the importance of tracking our lifesaving efforts and using that data to ensure we have the right resources in the right places to save the most lives. However, the processes and tools available to help collect and analyze data have been due for an upgrade. 

This week we focus on a newly launched platform that aims to help you take the way you use data to the next level. The Best Friends data science team designed the features of Shelter Pet Data Alliance. It includes automatically populated dashboards that quickly show you what you need to know and help you understand what you need to do to improve and how to do it.

The Chief Mission Officer for Best Friends, Holly Sizemore, joins us this week to discuss this exciting new platform.

Links:

• Shelter Pet Data Alliance: shelterpetdata.org
• Best Friends Pet Lifesaving Dashboard: bestfriends.org/no-kill-2025/animal-shelter-statistics
• BF Podcast episode 147: network.bestfriends.org/proven-strategies/best-friends-podcast/best-friends-podcast-ep-147