Original Article: https://chewonthis.maddiesfund.org/2021/08/maddies-weekly-roundup-the-open-arms-challenge-cat-language-webcast-and-more/

Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week.

New webcast: Language that harms cats – August 18 at 12:00 PM PT
How we talk about cats can influence public attitudes and behavior, so it is important to consider the words, images and stories we use – particularly when we are trying to change the way the public views and responds to our work. Register Now

You’re invited to join the Open Arms Challenge!
This Challenge is all about opening our hearts and minds to more accessible and inclusive practices. With $200,000 in grant prizes available and the support of 15 organizations, we’d say this Challenge may be the best one yet! Registration begins on August 23. Learn More

Join us for the Maddie’s^® Candid Conversation with Dr. Lila Miller
In a career spanning 42 years, Dr. Miller transformed the lives of countless pets, developing the first veterinarian-written guidelines for shelter animal care, which are now used in shelters across the country to ensure the humane treatment of shelter pets. Join us on August 24 to hear more from this amazing woman.  Register Now

From Human Animal Support Services: 6 tips to bring in adopters and fosters
Is your shelter or rescue organization facing a population crisis? Check out these tips for recruiting fosters and adopters during an emergency. Read More

Grant opportunities
PetcoLove: Love Stories grant
Rachael Ray Grant Cycle 2022: You must be a Best Friends Network partner to apply. Learn More

Want to help keep more people and pets together?
Join Maddie’s^® Mailing List, connect with us at Maddie’s^® Pet Forum and take advantage of free online training with Maddie’s^® University!

Source: Chew On This