Casco Pet has expanded into the animal shelters sector with the launch of a new division focused on welfare-driven housing solutions.
The division will be led by Tori Williams, former chief operating officer of animal welfare organisation Fear Free, and the new shelters range is designed to align with Fear Free’s principles. The kennels feature high-strength tempered safety glass doors to help reduce noise and visual stress between animals, creating a calmer kennel environment, and to support better sanitation by simplifying daily cleaning routines.
As part of the initiative, Casco Pet has partnered with design company Therian, which has extensive experience of shelter operations.
Head of shelters Tori Williams said: “Shelters are often where pets are at their most vulnerable. Thoughtful, evidence-based design can make a meaningful difference to daily wellbeing and help support better adoption outcomes, giving animals the best possible chance of a new life.
“Casco Pet has built a powerful reputation for creating stress-reducing environments in pet retail and veterinary spaces, and expanding this mission into shelters and humane organisations feels both purposeful and necessary. I’m honoured to lead the expansion into this sector to support animal welfare teams and improve the lives of pets in their care.”
Casco Pet chief executive Matthew Bubear added: “The animal shelter and rescue sector has been crying out for modern housing solutions that prioritise animal welfare and stress reduction.
“By combining our global housing expertise with Therian’s operational insights, we aim to deliver high-performance, wellness-focused environments that help animals feel safe, calm and comfortable and increase their chances of adoption. I’m delighted to have Tori on board to lead that mission.”
