Maddie’s Weekly Roundup: Open Arms Challenge, keeping tenants & pets together and more!
Happy Monday! Below is a brief roundup of resources added over the past week. Join us for the final webcast of 2023: Keeping Tenants & Their Pets TogetherJoin us on Thursday, December 21 at 12:00 PM PT / 3:00PM ET for a question and answer session with housing rights expert Dianne Prado of HEART LA. Hear about the three most important things you can ask and do to help a person with a pet who is facing housing insecurity or unable to… Learn More Get your first year of Shelterluv FREEShelterluv is running a Giving Season...
7 Cat Care Tips for National Cat Lovers’ Month (and Every Day)
They say that cats take care of themselves, but pet parents still have plenty of responsibilities when it comes to cat care. These seven tips in honor of National Cat Lovers’ Month will help ensure your cat lives a long, happy, and healthy life. Cats and cat lovers know that every day is unofficially Kitty’s Day, but December is formally National Cat Lovers’ Month! To help you celebrate and keep your cat in the best shape possible for as long as possible, here are some cat care tips with help from the science team at...
Why Pet-Friendly Ice Melts Aren’t Always Pet-Safe
Pet-friendly ice melts aren’t the same as pet-safe ice melts, and your dogs, cats, and even young children could be at risk with certain products. Let’s look at what a pet-safe ice melt is and what you should avoid when choosing winter products. The winter months bring a flurry of concerns for pet parents and parents of young children, especially when it comes to choosing the right ice melt. There are plenty of pet-friendly ice melts on the market, but how many of these are safe for your dog, cat, or toddler? You shouldn’t...
Paws for Celebration: A Look into Resources, Tools, and the Year Ahead From the HASS Division Leads
[embedded content] Watch this webinar that promises a celebration of the work done by the HASS community and valuable insights into tools, resources, and the work shaping the future of supporting people and pets! Hear from HASS division leads: Maggie Lynch, Senior Director of Research and Development, and Amanda Foster, Assistant Director of Implementation Analysis, share our Social Return on Investment (SROI) in Supporting Human-Animal Bonds research collection and examples of data dashboards that help HASS pilots improve their operations....
5 Nutraceuticals for Cats Who Are Losing Weight
Cats that lose weight because they don’t eat for long periods are said to have cachexia, and can develop serious secondary health problems. These five nutraceuticals can help manage this complicated condition. If your cat has stopped eating and is losing weight because of it, he has cachexia. This condition has a range of causes, and can lead to further serious health issues if left untreated. So it’s important to take your cat to the veterinarian as soon as possible to find out what might be at the root of his appetite and weight...
Join us for the final webcast of 2023: Keeping Tenants & Their Pets Together
Join us on Thursday, December 21 at 12:00 PM PT / 3:00PM ET for a question and answer session with housing rights expert Dianne Prado of HEART LA. Hear about the three most important things you can ask and do to help a person with a pet who is facing housing insecurity or unable to find housing because of their pet. This will be a highly interactive discussion, so bring your questions as well as any issues or topics related to pets and housing that you have. Attendees will also learn the basic eviction process, leave with concrete steps to...
7 Ways Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Dogs Support Lifelong Health
Omega-3 fatty acids for dogs are essential nutrients they need as puppies, adults, and seniors. These healthy fats support the skin, brain, eyes, and heart, and they’re an excellent source of energy. These are seven ways they can support lifelong health for your dog! Omega-3 fatty acids are healthy fats that help to keep dogs healthy from puppyhood to the golden years. Fish oils, shellfish, plant oils, nut oils, and flaxseed all contain these essential nutrients. Your dog needs omega-3 fatty acids throughout their life for energy, joint...
Why Winter Hydration Is Important for Dogs
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Collagen Peptides: A Boost for Aging Pets
Is collagen a magic potion? That mythical elixir of youth made real? No. But does collagen have a real potential to help man’s best friend age with a wag in their tail? Absolutely! It’s time to embrace collagen for your pet’s health and happiness. Here’s why. Understanding Collagen and Its Significance As the most abundant protein in the bodies of mammals, including dogs and cats, collagen plays a crucial role in various bodily functions. In particular, collagen serves as a building block for the body’s...
Last chance to register for Camp Maddie: Foster Edition!
Camp Maddie: Foster Edition is this Thursday! Be sure to register as soon as possible. Camp Maddie is a free, new learning series beginning with a virtual half-day dog foster edition on Thursday, December 7, 9am-1 pm PT (12 pm-4 pm ET). At Camp Maddie, we will cover various topics in to-the-point presentations, panel discussions, strategy-sharing seminars, videos and question and answer sessions. Presenters will discuss breaking down barriers in the foster field, how they recruit foster caregivers and provide insight into strategies they use...
