Animal Shelter Daily Operations Checklist
Complete this checklist each shift to ensure proper care for all shelter animals.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Each shift
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Animal Care Technician / Shelter Staff
- Total Items: 31
- Compliance: Association of Shelter Veterinarians Guidelines, State Animal Welfare Laws, USDA APHIS
Animal Care
Daily animal care tasks.
- All animals fed appropriate diet?
- Fresh water provided to all animals?
- All kennels/cages cleaned?
- Bedding changed as needed?
- Dogs exercised/walked?
Health Monitoring
Monitor animal health.
- Visual health check completed on all animals?
- Any signs of illness noted and reported?
- All medications administered as prescribed?
- New intakes properly processed?
Facility
Facility maintenance.
- Common areas cleaned and sanitized?
- Laundry completed?
- Supplies stocked (food, cleaning, medical)?
- All waste properly disposed?
Initial Setup & Documentation
Complete initial documentation and preparation
- Inspector / Assessor Name
- Date
- Location / Area
- Inspection Type
- Previous findings reviewed?
Safety & Compliance Verification
Verify all safety requirements are met
- All safety protocols being followed?
- Emergency exits clear and accessible?
- First aid supplies available and stocked?
- All hazards identified and controlled?
- Required PPE being worn correctly?
Operational Standards Check
Verify operational standards and procedures are maintained
- Standard operating procedures being followed?
- All equipment in proper working condition?
- Maintenance schedule current?
- All staff training current and documented?
Quality Assessment
Evaluate quality standards and performance metrics
- Quality standards met for all items checked?
- Any deficiencies or non-conformances identified?
- Root cause analysis completed for issues?
- Continuous improvement opportunities identified?
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Why Use This Animal Shelter Daily Operations Checklist?
This animal shelter daily operations checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for animal care technician / shelter staff professionals, this checklist covers 31 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: each shift.
Ensures compliance with Association of Shelter Veterinarians Guidelines, State Animal Welfare Laws, USDA APHIS. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Animal Shelter Daily Operations Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 31 inspection items across 7 sections: Animal Care, Health Monitoring, Facility, Initial Setup & Documentation, Safety & Compliance Verification, Operational Standards Check, Quality Assessment. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed each shift. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this Animal Shelter Daily Operations Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Animal Care Technician / Shelter Staff professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.