The Cloud Platform Built for Shelter Operations
ShelterOS is a comprehensive, cloud-based shelter management platform that digitizes every aspect of animal shelter operations — from intake to adoption, kennel to clinic, staff to schedule.
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What is ShelterOS™
One platform. Every operation.
ShelterOS™, is Guardian IntelliTech’s integrated welfare operations platform and replaces disconnected spreadsheets, paper logs, and siloed software with a single, intelligent cloud platform purpose-built for animal shelters of every size.
From the moment an animal arrives to the day it finds its forever home, ShelterOS tracks, manages, and optimizes every touchpoint — giving your team more time to focus on what matters most.
Platform features
Everything your shelter needs, in one place
Animal Intake & Records
Streamlined digital intake for every animal. Capture breed, age, weight, color, markings, intake source, and intake date at arrival.
- Digital intake forms with photo capture
- Unique Animal ID auto-assignment
- Breed identification and description fields
- Intake source tracking (stray, surrender, transfer)
- Full animal profile with history timeline
Kennel Management
Real-time kennel visibility across your entire facility. Know exactly which kennels are occupied, available, or flagged for cleaning at any moment.
- Unique Kennel ID system with floor-plan view
- Occupancy status and animal assignment
- Digital kennel lock/unlock via GuardianChip integration
- Cleaning status and sanitation logs
- Quarantine and isolation zone management
GuardianChip Integration
Connect ShelterOS directly to Guardian IntelliTech's GuardianChip microchip technology for seamless animal identification and smart kennel access control.
- Microchip ID lookup and registration
- GuardianChip pairing for biometric animal ID
- Smart kennel lock/unlock triggered by chip scan
- Lost animal chip scan and instant record pull
- Chip status tracking (registered, unregistered, transferred)
Medical Records & Health
A complete medical history for every animal in your care. Track vaccinations, treatments, surgeries, and ongoing health notes in one secure record.
- Vaccination schedules and expiration alerts
- Veterinary visit logs and treatment records
- Medication administration tracking
- Medical notes and diagnosis history
- Spay/neuter status and surgical records
Daily Schedules & Activities
Automate and assign daily care tasks across your team. Feeding, cleaning, walking, and enrichment — all tracked, timestamped, and accountable.
- Feeding schedules with diet and portion notes
- Cleaning and sanitation schedule management
- Walking and outdoor playtime scheduling
- Enrichment and socialization activity logs
- Task completion tracking with staff attribution
Behavioral Notes & Profiles
Build a complete behavioral profile for every animal. Track temperament, triggers, progress, and adoption compatibility over time.
- Behavioral assessment forms and scoring
- Ongoing behavioral notes with date and staff log
- Dog/cat/animal compatibility flags
- Adoption suitability and special needs tags
- Behavioral trend tracking over time
Smart kennel technology
Digital kennel control at your fingertips
ShelterOS integrates with Guardian IntelliTech's smart kennel locking technology, allowing authorized staff to digitally lock and unlock selected kennels directly from the ShelterOS platform — no physical keys required. Combined with SentriChip scanning, this creates a fully traceable, secure animal movement system.
- Remote lock/unlock from any ShelterOS dashboard
- GuardianChip scan triggers automatic kennel assignment
- Audit trail for every kennel access event
- Emergency lockdown mode for entire facility
- Role-based kennel access permissions
- Real-time kennel status on mobile and desktop
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Staff management
Built-in Staffing Solutions for Shelter Teams
ShelterOS includes a full staff management module so shelter directors and managers can coordinate their teams as efficiently as they manage their animals.
Staff Profiles & Roles
Create staff profiles with role-based access levels. Volunteers, technicians, veterinarians, and administrators each see only what they need.
Shift Scheduling
Build and publish staff schedules, assign shifts, and track coverage across departments and facilities.
Time & Attendance
Digital clock-in/clock-out with attendance history, overtime flags, and exportable timesheets.
Task Assignment & Alerts
Assign daily tasks to specific staff members with real-time notifications and completion confirmations.
Performance Reporting
Track task completion rates, attendance patterns, and staff activity logs to keep operations running smoothly.
Volunteer Management
Onboard, schedule, and track volunteers with the same tools used for paid staff — with appropriate access restrictions.
Pricing
Plans for every shelter
Starter
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for small shelters
For small shelters and rescues getting started with digital operations management.
- Up to 50 active animal records
- Intake, kennel, and basic scheduling
- Medical records and vaccination tracking
- Up to 10 staff profiles
- Email support
Professional
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for growing shelters
For mid-size shelters that need full operations management and SentriChip integration.
- Unlimited animal records
- Full scheduling, behavioral, and medical modules
- GuardianChip microchip integration
- Smart kennel lock/unlock control
- Up to 50 staff and volunteer profiles
- Priority support and onboarding
Enterprise
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multi-site organizations
For large shelters, municipal animal services, and multi-location rescue networks.
- Multi-facility management from one dashboard
- Custom integrations and API access
- Full GuardianChip device fleet management
- Unlimited staff and volunteer profiles
- Dedicated account manager and SLA
- Custom reporting and data exports
Ready to modernize your shelter operations?
Join the shelters already using ShelterOS to save time, reduce errors, and give every animal the care they deserve.