Using Heat Mapping in Field Services

Use animal data mapping to solve problems and rethink our roles in field services! In this video, Scott Giacoppo, the Director of National Shelter Outreach for Best Friends Animal Society, will guide you through the uses — and misuses — of heat mapping to help your agency allocate resources, and identify and solve problems in your community. You’ll learn about real-world examples demonstrating the practical application of heat mapping data, and other strategies to protect people and pets in your community. 

Heat Mapping Guide and Templates:

Use these resources to get started with heat mapping your own data, including spreadsheet templates where you can add your own information.

• Animal Data Mapping Guide for Google My Maps
• Customizable Spreadsheet Templates
  • All Species
  • Dogs
  • Cats

Additional Resources from Video:

• Mapping Made Easy: Using Data to Find Your Problems
• ASU Center for Problem-Oriented Policing
• Community Oriented Policing Services