Reduce crowding and get more animals back home where they belong
Did you know that by getting just 20% more stray dogs back home, we can end unnecessary shelter euthanasia and have enough homes for every dog who needs one? Earlier this year, the Back Where they Belong Summit addressed these issues and more. And now, your colleagues’ best strategies, toolkits, and talking points for getting dogs and cats home faster and easier are available on-demand, for free. Access resources and short, solution-focused sessions from the Back Where They Belong Summit with Nina Stively, Cole Wakefield,...
What to Expect When Expecting (Bottle Baby) Kittens
May 08, 2024 Neonatal kittens. Bottle Babies. Teeny, not yet weaned. However you describe them, whatever you call them, kittens who depend on humans to make it through their first several weeks of life are some of the cutest souls you will encounter and also some of the most vulnerable. The Austin Pets Alive! Neonatal Kitten Nursery is the first of its kind and since its inception in 2008, has taken in thousands of kittens with an average 90% save rate. This work can’t be done without the support of neonatal kitten fosters. Because...
A New Model for Pet Intake
Understanding the true reasons for pets entering today’s shelter Roughly eight million cats and dogs entered animal shelters in the U.S. in 2023, according to Shelter Animals Count–and the numbers don’t show much sign of slowing. Since the inception of Human Animal Support Services (HASS), we’re aiming for a better understanding of the downstream effect human hardships have on overcrowded animal shelters. It’s no secret that people are struggling and when people struggle, so do their pets, which are found in 66%...
Check out these helpful posts on Maddie’s Pet Forum
Spring has sprung and the activity is blooming on Maddie’s® Pet Forum! We rounded up several recent posts that you may find useful or may want to contribute to. Happy reading! Trap-neuter-return (TNR) kitsOne organization shares that they’re putting together “TNR Kits” for their TNR applicants. Has your organization tried this and had success or advice? Can you think of anything else that might be essential for trapping in addition to their list? Add your advice From south to northAnother...
Take Off! — APA! Transport Hub’s Inaugural Transport
May 06, 2024 Transporting pets from Texas to shelters across the country, even as far as Canada, isn’t a new process for APA!.. We’ve done it hundreds of times at this point, with our Transport Program beginning out of desperation to save pets across Texas during Winter Storm Uri in January of 2021. Whether by air or by road, our team has worked with many partner shelters both in Texas and throughout the U.S. to save dogs and cats who otherwise wouldn’t have made it out of the shelter system alive. The latest milestone for...
Is Your Dog or Cat Missing Out on These 3 Superfoods?
Superfoods aren’t just for people! Your dog or cat could benefit from the key nutrients in ZIWI’s Z-BOOST Superfood blend! Kale, blueberries, green tea—you know the common superfoods that are healthy additions to your diet. But did you know some superfoods are great for dogs and cats as well? Our companion animals have unique dietary requirements, but some foods are so packed with micronutrients, macronutrients, and other good things that every dog and cat could benefit from them. Let’s look at the three unique...
Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Kitten season resources, foster recruitment and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Conquer kitten season with these valuable resourcesWe know kitten season is well underway and we have lots of resources to help! Did you know healthy neonatal kittens do not need to be fed every two hours? Learn about the latest guidelines for kitten feeding and other kitten care in this… Learn More Want to place 50% or more of your pets in foster homes? Take a comprehensive approach to foster recruitmentThis post originally ran in 2021. We are republishing...
New Dog Parent Guide
Becoming a new dog parent, whether to a puppy or an adult dog, is an exciting feat; it can also be a tad scary if you are a first-time dog parent. What can they eat or not eat? How do I potty train? How do I keep them out of dangerous items? These are all questions you may be asking yourself. Here are some tips to help you get started. 1. Stock Up on Supplies Before picking up your new dog, we suggest having all needed supplies on hand at home to prevent needing to run to the store or being left empty-handed in case of an emergency. Leash,...
Why You Should Choose Ashwagandha Pure Root Extract for Your Dog or Cat
If you’ve visited the supplement aisle of your local health food store recently, chances are you’ve come across ashwagandha. And now this ancient herb, revered by Ayurvedic doctors in India for more than 4000 years, is increasingly being harnessed by the companion animal health community to benefit our furry favorites! Vets and natural healers alike know that ashwagandha has the power to heal and help animals as much as their humans. But there’s a twist to this tale: not all parts of this remarkable plant are created equal....
Conquer kitten season with these valuable resources
We know kitten season is well underway and we have lots of resources to help! Taking the Fear out of Bottle Feeding and Basic Kitten CareDid you know healthy neonatal kittens do not need to be fed every two hours? Learn about the latest guidelines for kitten feeding and other kitten care in this course. The course was developed by the Kitten College at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington in Arlington, VA to help their foster caregivers raise happy, healthy kittens. Bottle feeding tips and tricksWhether you are new to bottle feeding or a...
